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Peaceful country living in Barrington
Barrington is a peaceful town in Strafford County, New Hampshire. Encompassing about 50 square miles of natural landscape and tranquil lakes, Barrington offers many outdoor opportunities and recreational activities. The town has a population of around 10,000, and is primarily a residential community with some local establishments along Calef Highway. “People here love their town and take great pride in living here,” says Stephanie Sweeney, the town’s youth and community program coordinator. “Barrington is a unique setup in that the town has some really cute mom and pop local stores, but it’s also easily accessible to bigger places like Rochester, Dover and Portsmouth, so nothing’s out of reach.”
Properties along Swains Lake enjoy direct access to the water.
Caleb’s Country Store adds local flavor to Barrington.
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Single-family homes in the New Hampshire woods
With rolling hills and dense, forested terrain, Barrington's homes are often tucked behind towering trees and verdant greens. Houses are comfortably spread apart, and many homes have lots that go from quarter-acre to over two acres. Homes were built throughout the 20th century, with a mix of new developments and subdivisions. Homes range from Cape Cods and ranch-style homes to Colonial Revivals, split-levels and New Traditional. Smaller properties, typically under 2,000 square feet, go between $300,000 and $550,000, and larger builds can reach $800,000. New developments go from $800,000 to about $1 million, with a handful of waterfront properties reaching just over $1.2 million. Open lots, ranging from quarter-acre to two acres, are selling between $40,000 and over $200,000.
Ranch-style homes are popular in Barrington.
Colonials set on large lots are common in Barrington.
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Hiking and boating opportunities around Barrington
Barrington has lots of nature reserves and conservation land, providing hiking and camping opportunities to residents. Popular trails include Winnie the Pooh Trail, the 7-mile-long Locke Trail and the 4-mile loop trail around Barrington Watershed Area. People can also go boating, kayaking and fishing at the 340-acre Swains Lake and Mendums Pond. The 18-hole Nippo Lake Golf Club is open to the public, and the town has a very active recreation department. “We have recreational programs for all ages and all year round,” Sweeney says. “We also offer before- and after-school care and summer camps, which are big for families.”
Golfers in Barrington enjoy the Nippo Lake Golf Club's 18 hole public course.
There is no shortage of water ways for boating in Barrington.
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Barrington School District and school choice for high schoolers
The community is served by Barrington School District, which is comprised of an early learning center, Barrington Elementary and Barrington Middle School. The elementary school has a C-plus grade from Niche, and Barrington Middle gets a B-plus. Since the district does not have a high school, students may choose to attend one of the high schools in surrounding communities, including Oyster River High School, Dover High School and Coe-Brown Northwood Academy, which rate a C, a B and an A-minus, respectively.
Barrington Middle School is a public school in Strafford County for students grades 5-8.
Barrington Elementary School is a public school in Strafford County that serves grades 1-4.
Dover High School is a public high school in Strafford County.
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Shopping and dining options along Calef Highway
Restaurants and shops are concentrated along Calef Highway, including Dante’s Pasta and Millo's Pizza & Grill. Caleb’s Country Store, which has been open since 1869, is the town’s staple establishment, selling an assortment of old-fashioned candy, gourmet food and gifts. From October to April, Nippo Lake's Restaurant, located inside the golf club, offers bluegrass music on Sundays. Grocery options include George Calef Fine Foods, Market Basket and Hannaford. Big-box stores like Kohl’s and Walmart are in Rochester, which is about 10 miles away.
Residents travel to nearby Lee for larger grocery shops at Market Basket.
George Calef's is a classic local deli and general store.
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Navigating to other places in New Hampshire
New Hampshire Route 125 and U.S. Route 202 pass through town. Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is about 35 miles away, and Frisbie Memorial Hospital is about 10 miles northeast in Rochester. Public transit in town is provided by the Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation.
Community events in Barrington
The town has many community events throughout the year, including fishing derbies, an egg hunt in spring and a summer concert series. The annual fall festival features vendor booths, live music, and games and activities for children.
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On average, homes in Barrington, NH sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Barrington, NH over the last 12 months is $642,250, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this beautifully crafted 2-year-old ranch that blends modern comfort with timeless charm. The open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area creates a seamless flow—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. A spacious primary bedroom and full bath complete the main level. The walk-out lower level adds two additional bedrooms and a second full bath—ideal for family, guests or home office.
Welcome to Meadowbrook Village, Barrington’s newest 11-lot subdivision tucked away on a quiet, wooded cul-de-sac! This under-construction colonial-style home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an open-concept floor plan with gleaming hardwood flooring throughout the main living spaces. The spacious kitchen with large dining area offers custom finishes and flows seamlessly into the family room
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Welcome to 366 Old Concord Turnpike, a beautifully preserved 1810 Colonial estate set on an expansive 48 acres in scenic Barrington, NH. This remarkable property seamlessly blends historic charm with boundless potential, offering both residential and commercial zoning—a rare opportunity for future owners.The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is rich with character, featuring gorgeous hardwood
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Step into the timeless charm of 5 McDaniel Road — a beautifully preserved Cape-style home dating back to the 1800s, now available for rent. This unique residence offers a cozy yet spacious layout with two-plus bedrooms, a well-appointed bathroom, and stunning architectural details including exposed brick fireplaces and rustic beams. Enjoy the warmth of two gas log fireplaces and the convenience
Private home on Swains Lake in Barrington, NH furnished. 8 Month Lease. Very close to UNH & the Seacoast. Enjoy the sports on the lake depending on the season, nice country atmosphere. Modern Kitchen with dishwasher & stainless gas self cleaning stove. Internet included. No other utilities included.
Finishing touches are being made to this brand new executive 3 bedroom 3 bath Barrington duplex rental close to Routes 4 and 125. This unit epitomizes open floor plan with a wide open kitchen living room space with vaulted ceilings, breakfast nook, gas fireplace and slider to a spacious deck overlooking the back yard. Down the hall off the living room is one guest bedroom, guest bath with tub and
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