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A gated entrance welcomes you home, where a beautifully illuminated driveway lined with granite posts and carriage lights sets the tone for the property’s refined approach

to your new home! Welcome

Set on 15.31 private acres with sweeping mountain views, this striking 2026 modern farmhouse blends timeless architecture with thoughtful luxury and exceptional functionality A gated entrance welcomes you home, where a beautifully illuminated driveway lined with granite posts and carriage lights sets the tone for the property’s refined approach. The home’s inviting farmer’s porch offers the perfect place to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings Inside, the heart of the home is an impressive open-concept kitchen and living area featuring soaring vaulted ceilings and a massive fireplace, creating a warm yet dramatic gathering space designed for both everyday living and entertaining.Above the garage, a fully independent apartment offers outstanding flexibility ideal for guests, extended family, an au pair, or potential rental income The lower level is a car enthusiast’s dream, featuring a garage door designed to easily move collectible vehicles in and out, along with an incredible restaurant-style bar and entertainment space perfect for hosting unforgettable gatherings Yet perhaps the home’s greatest advantage is its remarkably convenient location Despite the privacy of its 15+ acre setting, the property is just 28 minutes from the New Hampshire State House in Concord and within easy reach of several respected schools including Tilton School, Proctor Academy, and St Paul’s School.Outdoor recreation is also close at hand, with Franklin’s rapidly growing outdoor recreation district including the new whitewater park on the Winnipesaukee River just minutes away, offering kayaking, biking, hiking, and year-round adventure Combining privacy, luxury, accessibility, and lifestyle, this exceptional modern farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to own a truly distinctive New Hampshire property.

Kitchen

Living Area

Dining Area

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bathroom

Bedroom

Bedroom

Jacuzzi on the Deck

Recreation Room

Garage

Exterior

ActivationDate

PublicRemarks Set on 15.31 private acres with sweeping mountain views, this striking 2026 modern farmhouse blends timeless architecture with thoughtful luxury and exceptional functionality.A gated entrance welcomes you home, where a beautifully illuminated driveway lined with granite posts and carriage lights sets the tone for the property’s refined approach. The home’s inviting farmer’s porch offers the perfect place to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, the heart of the home is an impressive open-concept kitchen and living area featuring soaring vaulted ceilings and a massive fireplace, creating a warm yet dramatic gathering space designed for both everyday living and entertaining.Above the garage, a fully independent apartment offers outstanding flexibility — ideal for guests, extended family, an au pair, or potential rental income.The lower level is a car enthusiast’s dream, featuring a garage door designed to easily move collectible vehicles in and out, along with an incredible restaurant-style bar and entertainment space perfect for hosting unforgettable gatherings.Yet perhaps the home’s greatest advantage is its remarkably convenient location. Despite the privacy of its 15+ acre setting, the property is just 28 minutes from the New Hampshire State House in Concord and within easy reach of several respected schools including Tilton School, Proctor Academy, and St. Paul’s School.Outdoor recreation is also close at hand, with Franklin’s rapidly growing outdoor recreation district—including the new whitewater park on the Winnipesaukee River—just minutes away, offering kayaking, biking, hiking, and year-round adventure.Combining privacy, luxury, accessibility, and lifestyle, this exceptional modern farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to own a truly distinctive New Hampshire property.

STRUCTURE

ConstructionStatus Existing

ConstructionMaterials Board and Batten Exterior, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding

FoundationDetails Concrete

Basement Yes

BasementAccessType Interior

Roof Architectural Shingle

ParkingFeatures Direct Entry, Heated Garage, RV Garage, Garage, RV Access/Parking , Attached

Garage Yes

GarageCapacity 6

OwnedLand Yes

SCHOOLS,LOTANDLOCATION

DeedRecordedType Quit Claim

TotalDeeds

DeedBook 3809

DeedPage 267

LotFeatures Country Setting, Secluded, Sloping, Rural, Private

WaterfrontProperty

WaterView

WaterBodyAccess

WaterBodyName

WaterBodyType

WaterFrontageLength

WaterFrRit

WaterBodyRestrictions

Utilities Cable

Heating Propane, Wood, Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Boiler

Electric 200+ Amp Service

Cooling Mini Split

WaterSource Drilled Well

Sewer 1500+ Gallon

CondoName

BuildingNumber

UnitsPerBuilding CondoFees

MobileParkName

MobileParkApproval

MobileCo-Op

MobileMustMove

Auction No

AuctionDate

AuctionTime

AuctioneerName

DISCLOSURES

Fee Fee2

Fee3

Exclusions

Timeshare/Fract.Ownrshp No Foreclosed/Bank-Owned/REO No

FloodZone Unknown

Seasonal No RightofFirstRefusal No

Adam Dow

Phone: 866-525-3946

adam@thedowgroup.com

MyOfficeInfo: Listed By:

KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro 136 South Main St.

Wolfeboro NH 03894

Off: 603-610-8500

KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains

PROPERTY DISCLOSURE - RESIDENTIAL ONLY

New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Standard Form TO BE COMPLETED BY SELLER

The following answers and explanations are true and complete to the best of SELLER'S knowledge. This statement has been prepared to assist prospective BUYERS in evaluating SELLER'S property. This disclosure is not a warranty of any kind by the SELLER, or any real estate FIRM representing the SELLER, and is not a substitute for any inspection by the BUYER. SELLERS authorize FIRM in this transaction to disclose the information in this statement to other real estate agents and to prospective buyers of this property.

NOTICE TO SELLER(S): COMPLETE ALL INFORMATION AND STATE NOT APPLICABLE OR UNKNOWN AS APPROPRIATE. IF ANY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS PROPERTY DISCLOSURE FORM CHANGES FROM THE DATE OF COMPLETION, YOU ARE TO NOTIFY THE LISTING FIRM PROMPTLY IN WRITING.

WATER SUPPLY

Please answer all questions regardless of type of water supply.

a. TYPE OF SYSTEM: Public Private Seasonal Unknown Drilled Dug Other

b. INSTALLATION: Location:

Installed By:

Date of Installation: What is the source of your information?

c. USE: Number of persons currently using the system: Does system supply water for more than one household? Yes No

d. MALFUNCTIONS: Are you aware of or have you experienced any malfunctions with the (public/private/other) water systems?

Pump: Yes No N/A

Quantity: Yes No

Quality: Yes No Unknown If YES to any question, please explain in Comments below or with attachment.

e. WATER TEST: Have you had the water tested? Yes No Date of most recent test IF YES to any question, please explain in Comments below or with attachment. Are you aware of any test results reported as unsatisfactory or satisfactory with notations? Yes No IF YES, are test results available? Yes No What steps were taken to remedy the problem? COMMENTS:

6.

SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM

a. TYPE OF SYSTEM: Public: Yes No Community/Shared: Yes No Private: Yes No Unknown Septic Design Available: Yes No

b. IF PUBLIC OR COMMUNITY/SHARED

Have you experienced any problems such as line or other malfunctions? Yes No What steps were taken to remedy the problem?

c. IF PRIVATE:

TANK: Septic Tank Holding Tank Cesspool Unknown Other Tank Size Gal. Unknown Other Tank Type Concrete Metal Unknown Other

Location: Location Unknown Date of Installation:

Date of Last Servicing: Name of Company Servicing Tank:

Have you experienced any malfunctions? Yes No COMMENTS:

PROPERTY DISCLOSURE - RESIDENTIAL ONLY

New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Standard Form

TO BE COMPLETED BY SELLER PROPERTY LOCATION:

231 Smith Hill Road, Franklin, NH 03235

d. LEACH FIELD: Yes No Other

IF YES, Location:

north side of garage

Size: Unknown

Date of installation of leach field: Installed By:

40x 80 pipe and stone 10/2023

Scptt Hebrert License # 05241

Have you experienced any malfunctions? Yes No

Comments:

e. IS SYSTEM LOCATED ON “DEVELOPED WATERFRONT” as described in RSA 485-A? Yes No

Unknown IF YES, has a septic system evaluation been done within 180 days? Yes No Unknown Date of Evaluation:

Comments:

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION THE BUYER IS ENCOURAGED TO CONTACT THE NH DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SUBSURFACE SYSTEMS BUREAU, 603-271-3501

7. INSULATION LOCATION Yes No Unknown If YES, Type Amount Unknown

Attic or Cap

Crawl Space

Exterior Walls Floors

8. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

blown in fiberglas R50`

Basementext walls R10 spraay foam hybri r30 fiberglass batts R30

a. UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS - Current or previously existing:

Are you aware of any past or present underground storage tanks on your property? Yes No

Unknown IF YES: Are tanks currently in use? Yes No IF NO: How long have tank(s) been out of service?

What materials are, or were, stored in the tank(s)?

Age of tank(s): Size of tank(s):

Location:

3 years 1000 gallon side yard

Are you aware of any past or present problems such as leakage, etc? Yes No

Comments: If tanks are no longer in use, have the tanks been removed? Yes No Unknown

Comments:

b. ASBESTOS - Current or previously existing:

As insulation on the heating system pipes or ducts? Yes No Unknown In the siding? Yes No Unknown In the roofing shingles? Yes No Unknown In flooring tiles? Yes No Unknown Other Yes No Unknown If YES, Source of information:

Comments:

c. RADON/AIR - Current or previously existing:

Has the property been tested? Yes No Unknown If YES: Date: By:

Results: If applicable, what remedial steps were taken? Has the property been tested since remedial steps? Yes No Are test results available? Yes No

Comments:

SELLER(S) INITIALS / BUYER(S) INITIALS /

TO BE COMPLETED BY SELLER

New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Standard Form

PROPERTY LOCATION:

231 Smith Hill Road, Franklin, NH 03235

d. RADON/WATER - Current or previously existing: Has the property been tested? Yes No Unknown If YES: Date: By: Results: If applicable, what remedial steps were taken? Has the property been tested since remedial steps? Yes No Are test results available? Yes No Comments:

e. LEAD-BASED PAINT - Current or previously existing: Are you aware of lead-based paint on this property? Yes No If YES: Source of information:

Are you aware of any cracking, peeling, or flaking lead-based paint? Yes No Comments:

f. Are you aware of any other hazardous materials? Yes No If YES: Source of information: Comments:

9. GENERAL INFORMATION

a. Is this property subject to liens, encroachments, easements, rights-of-way, leases, restrictive covenants, attachments, life estates, or right of first refusal? Yes No Unknown If YES, Explain: What is your source of information?

b. Is this property subject to special assessments, betterment fees, association fees, or any other transferable fees? Yes No Unknown If YES, Explain: What is your source of information?

c. Are you aware of any onsite landfills or any other factors, such as soil, flooding, drainage, etc? Yes No If YES, Explain:

d. Are you aware of any problems with other buildings on the property? Yes No If YES, Explain:

e. Are you receiving a tax exemption or reduction for this property for any reason including but not limited to current use, land conservation, etc.? Yes No Unknown If YES, Explain:

f. Is this property located in a Federally Designated Flood Hazard Zone? Yes No Unknown Comments:

g. Has the property been surveyed? Yes No Unknown If YES, By: If YES, is survey available? Yes No Unknown

h. How is the property zoned?

i. Heating System Age: Type: Fuel: Tank Location:

Owner of Tank:

Annual Fuel Consumption: Price: Gallons: Date system was last serviced and by whom?

Secondary Heat Systems: Comments:

j. Roof Age: Type of Roof Covering: Moisture or leakage: Comments:

New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Standard Form

TO BE COMPLETED BY SELLER PROPERTY LOCATION:

k. Foundation/Basement Full Partial Other: Type: Moisture or leakage: Comments:

l. Chimney(s) How Many? Lined? Last Cleaned: Problems? Comments:

m. Plumbing Type: Age: Comments:

n. Domestic Hot Water Age: Type: Gallons:

o. Electrical System # of Amps Circuit Breakers Fuses Comments: Solar Panels: Leased Owned If leased, explain terms of agreement: Comments:

p. Modifications: Are you aware of any modifications or repairs made without the necessary permits? Yes No If Yes, please explain:

q. Pest Infestation: Are you aware of any past or present pest infestations? Yes No Type: Comments:

r. Methamphetamine Production Do you have knowledge of methamphetamine production ever occurring on the property? (Per RSA 477:4-g) Yes No If YES, please explain:

s. Air Conditioning Type: Age: Date Last Serviced and by whom: Comments:

t. Pool Age: Heated: Yes No Type: Last Date of Service: By Whom:

u. Generator Portable: Yes No Whole House: Yes No Kw/Size: Last Date of Service: If Portable: Included Negotiable Comments:

New with house in 2023

v. Internet Type Currently Used at Property:

w. Other (e.g. Alarm System, Irrigation System, etc.) Comments:

broadband wifi. UNFI wifi antennas throught house and property with ethernet commerial grade fire alarm system , also wired for security system . House is wired for sound system

NOTICE TO PURCHASER(S): PRIOR TO SETTLEMENT YOU SHOULD EXERCISE WHATEVER DUE DILIGENCE YOU DEEM NECESSARY WITH RESPECT TO ADJACENT PARCELS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS MAY BE CONTAINED IN PURCHASE AND SALES AGREEMENT AND DEPOSIT RECEIPT. YOU SHOULD EXERCISE WHATEVER DUE DILIGENCE YOU DEEM NECESSARY WITH RESPECT TO INFORMATION ON ANY SEXUAL OFFENDERS REGISTERED UNDER NH RSA CHAPTER 651-B. SUCH INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT.

PROPERTY DISCLOSURE - RESIDENTIAL ONLY

New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Standard Form TO BE COMPLETED BY SELLER

PROPERTY LOCATION:

231 Smith Hill Road, Franklin, NH 03235

10. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

a. ATTACHMENT EXPLAINING CURRENT PROBLEMS, PAST REPAIRS, OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Yes No

b. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Infloor radient heating with7 zonesgarage is heated as well as basement. gated lit driveway with remote access/ card reader at gate. ring camera at gate, as well as ring cameras at front and garage doors

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

SELLER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE/SHE HAS PROVIDED THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND THAT SUCH INFORMATION IS ACCURATE, TRUE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF HIS/HER KNOWLEDGE. SELLER AUTHORIZES THE LISTING BROKER TO DISCLOSE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN TO OTHER BROKERS AND PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS.

SELLER(S) MAY BE RESPONSIBLE AND LIABLE FOR ANY FAILURE TO PROVIDE KNOWN INFORMATION TO BUYER(S).

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BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF THIS PROPERTY DISCLOSURE RIDER AND HEREBY UNDERSTANDS THE PRECEDING INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED BY SELLER AND IS NOT GUARANTEED BY BROKER/AGENT. THIS DISCLOSURE STATEMENT IS NOT A REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR GUARANTY AS TO THE CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY BY EITHER SELLER OR BROKER. BUYER IS ENCOURAGED TO UNDERTAKE HIS/HER OWN INSPECTIONS AND INVESTIGATIONS VIA LEGAL COUNSEL, HOME, STRUCTURAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL AND QUALIFIED ADVISORS AND TO INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY INFORMATION DIRECTLY WITH THE TOWN OR MUNICIPALITY.

SELLER(S) INITIALS /

INITIALS /

Property Card: 231 SMITH HILL ROAD

Town of Franklin, NH

Parcel ID: PID:

Owner: Co-Owner: Mailing Address: 060-404-01 000060000404000001

HERBERT, SCOTT J DOHERTY, APRIL J 247 SMITH HILL ROAD FRANKLIN, NH 03235

Sale History

Dueamountsreflectinterestasof10/27/2023.

Thetotaldueonthispageis$0.00.

InvoiceNumber:2023P01024401

Making a Partial Payment?

Current Owner HERBERT, SCOTT J Due Date 7/3/2023

Current Owner 2

APRIL J

Billed Owner HERBERT, SCOTT J

TheNetAssessmentwas$205,290atthetimeofthisbill.

InvoiceNumber:2023U01-S0088

Partial payments can be made by adjusting the Payment Amount on the CheckOut Page. If you haven't already added an invoice to the cart do so now by clicking ADD TO CART Continue to the CheckOut Page by clicking 'Check Out' above. PAYMENT OPTIONS CASH or CHECK

US Mail or In Person: 316 Central Street Franklin, NH 03235

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

Current Owner HERBERT, SCOTT J Due Date 1/12/2023

Current Owner 2

Billed

SCOTT J

InvoiceNumber:2022P02024407

Current Owner HERBERT, SCOTT J Due Date 12/19/2022

Current Owner 2 DOHERTY, APRIL J

Billed Owner HERBERT, SCOTT J

TheNetAssessmentwas$0atthetimeofthisbill.

New Hampshire Employment Security

Community Profile

Franklin, NH

Incorporated: 1828

Community Contact City of Franklin Scott R. Clarenbach, City Manager 316 Central Street, City Hall Franklin, NH 03235

Telephone (603) 934-3900

Fax (603) 934-7413

E-mail citymgr@franklinnh.org

Web Site www.franklinnh.org

Municipal Office Hours City Manager: Monday-Friday 8-5; City Clerk/Tax Collector: Monday-Friday 8:15-5

County Merrimack County

Labor Market Area Concord, NH Micropolitan Statistical Area

Tourism Region Lakes Region

Planning Commission Lakes Region Planning Commission

Regional Development Capital Regional Development Council

Election Districts

US Congress District 2 (All Wards)

Executive Council District 1

State Senate District 7 (All Wards)

State Representative Merrimack County Districts 3 (Wards 1-3), 25 (Wards 1-3)

Origin: Situated at the junction of the Pemigewasset and Winnipesaukee Rivers, where they meet to form the Merrimack River, this territory was originally known as Pemigewasset Village. Franklin was created from portions of Salisbury, Andover, Sanbornton, and Northfield, and named in honor of Benjamin Franklin. Franklin is the location of Daniel Webster's birthplace, which was in the portion of Salisbury taken to establish the town. Franklin was incorporated as a city in 1895. Franklin was known for a machine-made hosiery mill that used a process developed by the Shakers.

Villages and Place Names: Webster Lake, Webster Place, West Franklin

Population, Year of the First Census Taken: 1370 residents in 1830

Population Trends: Population change for Franklin totaled 922 over 44 years, from 7,901 in 1980 to 8,823 in 2024. The largest decennial percent change was a six percent increase between 1990 and 2000. The 2024 Census estimate for Franklin was 8,823 residents, which ranked 35th among New Hampshire's incorporated cities and towns.

Population Density and Land Area: 2023 (US Census Bureau): 317.3 persons per square mile of land area. Franklin contains 27.7 square miles of land area and 1.5 square miles of inland water area.

Municipal Services

Type

Zoning Ordinance

Boards and Commissions

Elected: City Council Appointed:Planning; Zoning; Library; Conservation; Heritage

If "n" appears, data do not meet disclosure standards.

Education and Child Care

NH Department of Education, 2024 Schools Students Attend: Franklin operates grades K-12 District: SAU 18 Career Technology Center: J. Oliva Huot Technical Center (Laconia); Winnisquam Agricultural Programs Educational Facilities(includes Charter Schools)

Nearest Community/Technical College: Lakes Region; NHTI-Concord

Nearest College or Universities: Colby-Sawyer; Plymouth State; Granite State; UNH School of Law 2024 NH Licensed Child Care Facilities (DHHS-Bureau of Child Care Licensing)

Employer Information Supplied by Municipality

Nearest Public Use Airport, General Aviation Laconia Municipal Runway 5,286 ft. asphalt Lighted? Yes Navigation Aids? Yes

Nearest Airport With Scheduled Service

Commuting To Work

Drove

Recreation, Attractions, Events

X Municipal Parks

YMCA/YWCA

Boys Club/Girls Club Golf Courses

Swimming: INDOOR FACILITY

Swimming: OUTDOOR FACILITY

Tennis Courts: Indoor Facility

X Tennis Courts: Outdoor Facility

Ice Skating Rink: Indoor Facility

Bowling Facilities

X Museums

Cinemas

X Performing Arts Facilities

X Tourist Attractions

X Youth Organizations (ie Scouts and 4-H)

X Youth Sports: Baseball

X Youth Sports: Soccer

X Youth Sports: Football

X Youth Sports: Basketball

Youth Sports: Hockey Campgrounds

X Fishing/Hunting

X Boating/Marinas

X Snowmobile Trails

X Bicycle Trails

X Cross Country Skiing

X Beach or Waterfront Recreation Areas

X Overnight or Day Camps

Nearest Ski Areas: Veteran's Memorial Ski Area

Other: Daniel Webster Birthplace; Daniel Webster Farm; Franklin Falls Recreation Area (US Army Corps of Engineers) Tarbin Gardens; White Water Park/Kayaking

Economic & Labor Market Information Bureau, NH Employment Security, October 2025. Community Response Received 5/8/25 All information regarding the communities is from sources deemed reliable and is submitted subject to errors, omissions, modifications, and withdrawals without notice. No warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy of the information contained herein. Specific questions regarding individual cities and towns should be directed to the community contact.

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