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$2,240,000

242/247 Prospect Hill Rd Sunapee, NH 03782

7 beds
3 full, 2 partial
4,986 sqft
17.0 acres
$449 / sqft
House

Property details

About 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd

Historic Prospect Hill Estate, a 17±-acre gem blending Hollywood legacy with modern income potential. Built ~1905 by vaudeville star Billy B. Van as"Bolivar’s Rest," the grand Victorian main house offers 5 beds, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors, carpeting, high ceilings, a spacious dining room, massive fireplace, and wrap-around porches across three finished floors, currently vacant (former rental). A house across the street (barn side), currently rented on a month-to-month lease, a 2-bed, 1.5-bath house, fully occupied. Directly across from the house is a magnificent 100 foot long Gambrel roof barn encompassing 3 levels, 2 with drive in access. This structure provides an amazing 12,000 sq ft of usable space for cars, boats, gathering spaces or a commercial enterprise. Currently the barn is used for paid storage, workshop and retail spaces. An 8,000 sqft Metal Building offers storage, antique restoration, and woodworking for structural components. A 700 sqft former piggery provides additional rented storage. Evolving from a dairy farm to a1930s chicken farm, 1940s dance hall, 1950s theater, and 1970s riding academy, this estate is minutes from Lake Sunapee and Mt. Sunapee, close to I-89, and just 2hours from Boston, ideal for entrepreneurs, equestrians, or investors seeking history and opportunity.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingPropane, Oil, Wood Stove
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size4,986 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size17 Acres
Year built1905
MLS #5053505

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 7
  • Heating: Propane, Oil, Wood Stove
  • Cooling: Other
  • List Price: $2,240,000
  • Price/SqFt: $449
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,986 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 5053505
  • Office Name: Dolan Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (603) 359-9177
  • Listing Agent: Jessica & Anthony Dolan

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Nearby schools

8

Sunapee Central School

Public District KG-5

3.2 mi

22 School St

6

Kearsarge Regional Elementary School at New London

Public District KG-5

4.3 mi

64 Cougar Ct

9

Grantham Village School

Public District PK-6

5.3 mi

75 Learning Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,144. Most Sunapee, NH residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd

The listing price of 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd property is $2,240,000.

The property 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd is a house located in Sunapee, New Hampshire, 03782.

Active Listing: 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd are: Sunapee Central School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Kearsarge Regional Elementary School at New London (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Grantham Village School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Sunapee Middle High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Newport Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kearsarge Regional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sunapee Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Newport High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kearsarge Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

The property at 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd has 7 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.

The property 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd is 4,986 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd is 1905.

This home is located at 242/247 Prospect Hill Rd in Sunapee, NH and zip code 03782. This 4,986 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 17.00 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,240,000.

Sunapee, NH housing market in June 2025 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 2 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Sunapee, NH increased by 78.9% between May and June 2025.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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