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Spectacular, almost new home in a private setting in Windham, N.H.

By Linda Greenstein
Correspondent
Published: November 8, 2009

WINDHAM, N.H. — Imagine a spectacular home on 13-plus private acres with plenty of room for horses, barns, out buildings and parking for an RV.

Then imagine this 2-year-old home with fabulous designer details, a wonderful first-floor master bedroom suite and an enormous sun or party room overlooking the serene yard in desirable Windham.

The home, at 63 Goodhue Road, offers all of this and so much more. The location could not be better. It is just minutes from Interstate 93, the shopping district of Salem and the highly regarded Windham schools, yet the property itself is a rural oasis where bird song and the wind rustling through the trees provide a calming backdrop.

The home is immaculate inside and out. The landscaping is lovely, with natural stone walls, granite steps and a vast crushed stone parking area for a recreational vehicle, which includes a separate water and electrical connection. The professional landscaping complements both the architectural details of the contemporary cape style house and the verdant woodlands that surround the home.

The front farmer's porch is delightful and welcoming. It's easy to imagine sitting on the spacious porch watching the sunset or gazing at the stars in the crisp clear night sky, far from urban lighting.

Stepping inside, the front foyer is bright and beautiful. The open concept is dramatic, with the vaulted great room open to the impressive kitchen. A wall of glass doors separates the great room from the sun or party room, allowing filtered natural light to warm the large space.

To the left of the front foyer is a private home office with a French door, and to the right is the dazzling dining room. The polished oak random width floors gleam, and the soaring ceiling is balanced by wonderful woodwork details and recessed lighting to give the home a comfortable feel.

The soaring great room with a fantastic corner gas log fireplace is perfect for a large-screen television and entertainment system. Overhead, an efficient ceiling fan keeps the warm air moving. Open to the kitchen, the floor plan works wonderfully for family living.

An absolutely gorgeous granite-topped angled peninsula divides the two rooms and provides comfortable seating for six to eight people. The peninsula is attractive and highly functional as workspace, breakfast bar, entertainment area or even a special spot for a child to do homework while having an after school snack.

The kitchen would please even the most serious cook, with a five-burner Wolf cooktop, double ovens, dishwasher and an enormous, side-by-side GE profile refrigerator. The handsome cabinets have a soft painted finish, and there is unbelievable storage, including a walk-in pantry.

On one side of the kitchen is the formal dining room, and on the other is the sunny breakfast room with peaceful views of the natural landscape. Off of the kitchen are a large tile mudroom, attractive half bath, laundry room and direct access to the garage. This space is well-planned, with a double closet, lots of natural light from large windows and a built-in folding counter and storage cabinets next to the washer and dryer.

The sunroom is immense, with walls of windows that afford amazing views. Set at the back of the home with direct access to the deck and backyard, it is a great entertainment space.

The first-floor master bedroom suite is extraordinary. The room is spacious, with a vaulted ceiling, hardwood floor and loads of windows that make the wooded views part of the remarkable decor and texture of the room. There is a huge walk-in closet with a full window and an extravagant bath with whirlpool tub, oversized art tile shower and beautiful cabinetry.

The second floor offers two good-sized bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, large closets and plush carpeting. There is a handsome full bath with skylight and the same artistic tile work as downstairs. A comfortable sitting room at the top of the second floor landing makes a great spot for relaxing, reading or conversation.

This home has some pretty special extras, including the three-car, 1 1/2-story garage that features LiftMaster side mounted garage door openers and space for a professional car lift. This would be a great amenity for a classic car enthusiast.

All of the doors have Schlage touch code security handles.

The home offers direct access from the garage to the huge basement, with tons of storage space. The home features lovely carefree siding, central air conditioning and multi-zone propane heat.

With a private pond, brook and acres of woodlands, this is a nature lover's paradise. This almost-new home is marketed by Paul Redmond of Better Homes & Gardens, The Masiello Group, at $699,900. For further details on this unique property or an appointment to tour the home, contact Redmond at 603-434-2374, ext. 18, directly at 603-234-9945, or at masiello.com.

AT A GLANCE

Where: 63 Goodhue Road, Windham, N.H.

Designed for: Anyone who wants an extraordinary, almost new home in a private, 13-plus acre Windham setting

Price: $699,900

Listing agency: Paul Redmond, Better Homes and Gardens Masiello Group Real Estate, 603-234-9945