New Hampshire
Private Island Escape in New Hampshire That Can Be Accessed Only by Boat or Snowmobile Is Listed for Less Than $350K
Jetting off to a private island for the summer may seem like a luxury enjoyed only by the ultrawealthy—but in New Hampshire, that dream is readily available for nearly $100,000 less than the national median home price.
The 7,800-square-foot isle in Milan, NH, which is on the market for just $337,700, is home to a fully-sustainable cottage that was designed as “the ultimate escape from the everyday,” something that is readily achieved by the property’s remote location.
Accessible only by water—or ice during the coldest winter months—the island can be completely cut off from civilization should the next owner desire, a rare feature that has helped the dwelling to bob right to the top of the week’s most popular homes list.
The exclusive off-grid retreat, which is tucked away on Nay Pond in New Hampshire’s North Country, has been outfitted with several eco-friendly amenities that allow it to continue running without assistance from the mainland, including solar power, a backup generator, a water collection system, and a composting toilet.
Designed for buyers seeking a true escape where the only visitors dropping by are local loons, the getaway is accessible during all four seasons. It has a boat dock for access during the warmer months and “direct snowmobile trail access” in the winter.
The home can accommodate eight guests, making it an ideal investment property for investors seeking additional rental income, or it could be used as a family getaway.
Other properties grabbing attention this week are a historic log home with four guest cabins in Montana, an Italian Renaissance Revival home in Louisiana, and a 1902 Georgian Revival and neoclassical landmark in Indiana.
Price: $4,490,000
Why it’s here: It’s a four-bedroom luxury mountain retreat tucked away on 43.92 wooded acres with multiple springs, creeks, and a pond. It’s being sold at auction without reserve on May 23.
The chateau-inspired residence “designed for those seeking the ultimate privacy” offers long-range mountain views that reach Tennessee “on a clear day.”
Designed for grand-scale entertaining, the 5,000-square-foot interior features a luxurious chef’s kitchen with dual refrigerators and dishwashers, a lavish primary suite with marble shower and covered terrace, and a secondary suite with a kitchenette. The lower level could be transformed into a studio, wellness center, or entertainment level.
Multiple covered decks and a covered back porch overlook an outdoor fireplace and offer scenic mountain views.
Teresa Bryant Brown of Teresa B. Brown is the listing agent.
Price: $850,000
Why it’s here: Here’s the chance to step back in time with this 200-year-old hand-hewn log home.
Offering just 690 square feet of space, the tiny two-bedroom residence boasts a vintage-inspired interior with original wide-plank wood floors, exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, a stone fireplace, a Dutch door, and a hand-painted sink. The kitchen features a herringbone-patterned original brick floor along with modern appliances.
A bluestone slate patio found out back overlooks the 6.41-acre lot, which also has a pond and a brook.
Josephine O’Leary Weir of Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty is the listing agent.
Price: $1,549,000
Why it’s here: Calling all investors! Here’s the chance to buy a historic log home with four guest cabins located on 24.25 acres overlooking Trapper Creek. It is currently being used as a fishing lodge.
The “income-producing retreat” is dotted by ponds, outbuildings, outdoor areas, and an expansive deck designed for entertaining and soaking in the tranquil scenery. Offering hunting and fishing opportunities onsite, the property is also located near Lost Trail Powder Mountain and the Bitterroot River.
While the cabins “provide immediate rental potential,” they could also be used to create a multigenerational legacy compound, event venue, or corporate getaway.
Jani Summers of Engel & Volkers Western Frontier – Hamilton is the listing agent.
Price: $499,900
Why it’s here: Built in 1930, this Italian Renaissance Revival home features many period details and modern conveniences.
Original hardwood floors, a grand staircase, and arched doorways can be found throughout the 4,139-square-foot interior. A formal living room surrounded by oversized windows has a gas fireplace with an ornate mantel. Other highlights include a sunroom, a spacious eat-in kitchen with updated appliances, and a light-filled formal dining room.
A large carport can accommodate three vehicles.
Allison M Romaguera of WayMaker Realty is the listing agent.
Price: $1,125,000
Why it’s here: It’s a 160-acre, off-grid, prepper’s paradise nestled near Trinity National Forest. It features high-end finishes and luxurious amenities.
The two-bedroom sustainable residence boasts heated concrete floors, solar power, fire-resistant wood paneling, an outdoor shower, and a private well. Multiple skylights can be found throughout the 3,000-square-foot interior.
A modern kitchen has quartz and butcher block countertops and a built-in dining bench. The sun-soaked living room has a brick fireplace and sliders that open to a covered patio.
A detached three-car garage with electric charging capabilities and a mobile home for guests can also be found on the enormous lot.
Doren Morgan of California Outdoor Properties is the listing agent.
Price: $749,995
Why it’s here: The Charles Over Mansion is a “meticulously restored” 1902 Georgian Revival and neoclassical landmark.
Historic highlights include Corinthian columns, custom millwork, preserved hardwood floors, solid oak and leaded-glass entry doors, original terrazzo floors, crystal chandeliers, leaded and stained glass, coffered ceilings, pocket doors, and five fireplaces.
The 12,892-square-foot residence also features a formal dining room with oak wainscoting, a drawing room, a kitchen with commercial-grade appliances, a grand staircase with dual built-in bench seating, and a third-floor “speakeasy-style retreat” with brick floors, a guest suite, and a hidden ballroom with a stage, media lounge, and dance floor.
An expansive front porch and second-level portico were designed for relaxing.
Shawna Lubus of Compass of Indiana is the listing agent.
Price: $375,000
Why it’s here: Built in 1960 by architect B. Milton Cuppy Jr. as his personal residence, this midcentury home was “rescued in 2023” and restored to its original beauty.
Original terrazzo floors, glass walls, multiple skylights, and period-specific enhancements can be found throughout the 2,280-square-foot dwelling. The four-bedroom residence with a two-car attached garage also features a retro kitchen with 1960s electric range and salvaged original tile lining the 2.5 bathrooms.
A large wood deck overlooks the 1-acre wooded lot.
Christy Kalavsky of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Indiana Realty is the listing agent.
Price: $179,900
Why it’s here: This A-frame residence surprises with its very own private cave carved into a bluff, surrounded by a towering rock wall and tucked away behind the cabin!
Located on 2 acres in the gated second-home community of Aspenhof, the 1,632-square-foot abode features a two-story living room with a wood-burning stove and sliders that open to a wraparound deck. Loft-style accommodations can be found upstairs, offering three sleeping areas. According to the listing, “most furnishings can remain with the property.”
It also comes with exclusive access to four private lakes designed for fishing, swimming, and nonmotorized boating.
Dan Dieckmann of Innsbrook Properties is the listing agent.
Price: $2,639,000
Why it’s here: The Tobias Langdon House pre-dates the Declaration of Independence and still features much of its historic charm.
Built in 1710, the four-bedroom Colonial has been thoughtfully modernized while still preserving many period details. Highlights include custom millwork, original wide-plank floors, built-ins, multiple fireplaces, and dual staircases. A country kitchen has high-end appliances as well as a cooking fireplace.
A lushly landscaped back garden with a brick patio has views of the nearby Piscataqua River and also overlooks a fully equipped outdoor kitchen designed for entertaining.
Patrick Carey of Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach is the listing agent.
Price: $337,700
Why it’s here: Here’s the chance to buy a sustainable two-bedroom home and live on your very own private island on Nay Pond!
The secluded sanctuary features a 600-square-foot home where the only neighbors are local loons. The eco-friendly residence designed for “self-sufficient living” features a backup generator, solar power, a water collection system, a composting toilet, and a gas fireplace. Pull-down stairs lead to an unfinished sleeping area.
Designed as a vacation rental or private getaway, the year-round property can be accessed by snowmobiles during the winter and boats during the warmer months.
“No offers will be accepted until May 17, 2026,” according to the listing.
Debi Davis of Re/Max Northern Edge Realty is the listing agent.
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New Hampshire
As Nottingham prepares to address backlash to a data center proposal, where does NH stand on data centers?
What happened in Nottingham?
Thomas Moulton, the Seacoast entrepreneur, proposed converting a vacant warehouse on Route 4 into a data center to the Nottingham planning board in May, which was first reported by InDepthNH.
In the days leading up to the planning board meeting, a petition online garnered more than 25,000 signatures.
Moulton withdrew his application hours before the meeting last Wednesday, where he was slated to discuss the proposal.
He cited the fierce criticism from local residents, which included a planned protest outside the meeting.
Protestors still gathered outside the meeting on May 27, and dozens of residents spoke out against data centers during the meeting’s public comment section.
What caused public pushback to the data center?
Kristen Lamb, who serves on the town’s conservation committee and master plan update subcommittee, said she was concerned about water quality impacts, increased electricity bills and noise pollution. She said Nottingham residents care deeply about protecting the natural landscape.
“We have a history of prioritizing our natural history, our natural resources and water quality” she said.
Numerous studies have found the energy consumption of data centers could place a serious strain on water infrastructure and power grids.
Plus, Lamb argued that building a data center would violate the town’s zoning ordinances.
In the days leading up to last week’s meeting, Lamb spoke out online and wrote letters detailing her concerns to the planning board and Gov. Kelly Ayotte.
What does state law say?
Data centers have become an increasingly hot-button issue in state legislatures across the country.
In New Hampshire, Democratic legislators introduced Senate Bill 439 earlier this year, which would have created a statewide definition of data centers and granted local municipalities more authority over regulating them. Sen. Debra Altschiller co-sponsored the bill.
“[Building data centers is] one of the fastest growing and, quite frankly, most disruptive forms of industrial development in the country,” said Altschiller. “It’s something brand new, and we can’t treat the development of AI data centers as if it is just any other kind of manufacturing.”
In a Senate committee in January, Sen. Timothy Lang, a Republican, introduced an amendment that pushed the legislation in the opposite direction.
“Basically, what the amendment does is rewrite the bill,” he said during the committee meeting on Jan. 20. The amended bill would instead limit towns’ ability to regulate data centers, and allow them in commercial and industrial zones.
The amended bill passed the House Committee on Municipal and County Government along party lines on May 5.
However, it died in a bipartisan floor vote in the House, 304-11, meaning there was no real movement in state laws or regulations on data centers this year.
“Municipalities are left with whatever they have in place right now, today,” said Altschiller. “And it’s not a whole lot.”
Democrats in the House also introduced a bill that would prohibit building data centers in the state and create a committee to study their environmental impact. It failed in committee.
What happens now?
Despite Moulton’s withdrawal, Kristen Lamb said he could still reintroduce the proposal in the future or another developer could try a similar plan, so she and other residents are continuing their fight.
“Our town is interested in moving forward with a moratorium or exploring what we can do to make it explicit that data centers or any kind of commercial industry that has that kind of impact on our water, residents income and way of life and wildlife doesn’t get passed,” she said.
The planning board’s workshop meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on June 3 at the town office building.
DOVER — Summer looks like it’ll be packed with fun activities in the Garrison City. With a Porchfest neighborhood music festival, a new city park slated to open, fireworks, a celebration of the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” a concert series and fun events for kids, there will be no shortage of things to do.
Here’s what to know about events in Dover in summer 2026:
Porchfest Dover
Looking for an afternoon of free music? Porchfest has got you covered. The city’s first Porchfest Sunday, June 14, will feature local performances outside people’s homes and downtown, bringing the community together. There are more than 30 bands to perform, according to organizer Steve Sulewski, and 14 stages.
Sulewski said he recently moved to Dover and is from Massachusetts. He previously hosted Porchfest events for multiple years and had a great experience, and said he was reminiscing on that, and thought “maybe we could start our own Porchfest.”
So, with a community effort, Porchfest will come to Dover. He said they thought to have the effort start out small with only a few houses for the event. However, there was a huge interest, with many bands asking to perform, and Matt Freeman stepped in and helped get the word out. Sulewski said there’s a “wide variety of talent,” such as rock, alternative, hip hop, jazz and blues. The performers list and with locations and times are posted at porchfestdover.com.
Nebi Park to open
The more than 3-acre public park, called Nebi Park, in the Waterfront District has been coming along. Mayor Dennis Shanahan said an opening ceremony open to the public is currently in the works, and the week of July 13 is being considered for the event.
Water access, a gathering space, public restrooms and a walkway along the Cocheco River will be featured at the park, according to Chris Parker, deputy city manager.
The park will feature a public pavilion, and Cochecho River Recreation was recently approved for a lease to operate at the pavilion. CRR will offer kayak rentals for river use on weekends and provide opportunities for residents to keep personal kayaks at the waterfront. Rentals may extend to weekdays in the future.
Parker noted the operator also hopes “to work with the Recreation Department to offer youth education and group tours of the River and educational programming about the ecosystem.”
Dover Public Library to reopen, ribbon cutting
The Dover Public Library at 73 Locust St. has undergone major renovations over more than a year, and is scheduled to reopen Friday, June 26 at 9 a.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The public is invited to attend and explore the renovated library during an open house from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, June 26, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 27.
The renovation is adding approximately 3,000 square feet, library director Denise LaFrance previously said. The children’s room on the ground level is also expanded, LaFrance has said.
40th annual Cochecho Arts Festival
The summer long 40th annual Cochecho Arts Festival presented by the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce is set to bring music and arts to the city. Starting July 10, weekly Friday night concerts featuring many local artists are free to the public, located at the Rotary Arts Pavilion Stage at Henry Law Park from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Here’s the schedule:
- July 10: Jon Nolan & Good Co.
- July 17: Lightheaded Collective & Diaspora Radio plays “Let it Be” by The Beatles
- July 24: Coyote Smoke & Sneaky Miles
- July 31: Wheel of Awesome
- August 7: Foxglove & Caitlin Piper
- August 14: The Speed of Sound
Weekly children’s shows begin July 14 on Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., also on the Rotary Arts Pavilion Stage. Here’s the schedule:
- July 14: Seacoast Science Center presents Coastal Critters
- July 21: Bryson Lang, comedian and juggler
- July 28: Wildlife Encounters
- August 4: BJ Hickman, magician
Children’s Museum of New Hampshire
The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire has many events this summer.
The 14th annual NH Maker Fest is Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for all ages to celebrate innovation and creativity, hosted and organized by the museum. There will be more than 35 local makers, including lightsaber Jedi cosplayers, a gelato truck, robotics and more.
“The Kids Cafe” at the museum is being turned into a neighborhood pizzeria, and the exhibit will be unveiled in June. A “Calling All Superheroes!” exhibit will be revealed later this summer featuring capes and green-screen superpowers, according to Neva Cole, the museum’s communications director. Through the summer at the museum will be Wacky Art Wednesdays and Science Fridays.
Other offerings this summer include:
- Sensory Friendly Playtime: Tuesday, June 2, 1–3 p.m.
- Blue Star Museum Free Admission Summer for Active Military Personnel and Families Saturday, May 16 – Sunday, Aug. 30
- Ancient Greek Discovery Summer Camp: Tuesday, July 28 through Thursday, July 30
Firework display
On July 2, the city will have its firework display, according to Mayor Dennis Shanahan, with fireworks set off from Garrison Hill. The 39th Army Band will perform at the Rotary Arts Pavilion from 6 to 8 p.m., and fireworks will begin around 9 or 9:15 p.m.
CowabungaFest to celebrate Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
A three-day Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-themed event called CowabungaFest will offer fun events this August honoring Dover’s history as the birthplace of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird’s iconic comic book series, according to the event description. Nichols said several organizations and the museum are teaming up for the Aug. 21-23 event. There will be a family movie night Friday, Aug. 21 at Henry Law Park with “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II”, a Saturday, Aug. 22 pizza fest at Cocheco Courtyard and skate jam at Dover Skate Park on Sunday, Aug. 23.
The Woodman Museum has several events happening this summer, executive director Jonathan Nichols said. This includes ‘Nature Day,’ July 18 with free admission and a donation drive for the museum’s natural history galleries from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Jenny Thompson Outdoor Pool reopening
The Jenny Thompson Outdoor Pool is scheduled to reopen July 1, said Ricky Conway, assistant recreation director, after a renovation. The repairs included a “complete reconstruction” of part of the wall and the pool deck and diving boards, and new tile and plaster on the inside, Conway said. The project also included two new pumps in the pump room, he said.
The outdoor pool closed early for the season last August for the major repair work. Conway said they’re looking to extend recreation swimming hours.
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