$730,000

178 Rattlesnake Island Alton, NH 03810

Estimated payment $4,449/month

Total Views 560
2 Beds
1 Bath
694 Sq Ft
$1,052 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Private Dock
  • Boat Slip
  • Lake Front
  • Nearby Water Access
  • Deck

About This Home

This charming Rattlesnake Island, Lake Winnipesaukee retreat offers 145 feet of private waterfront. The warm southwest exposure, provides sun throughout the day and breathtaking sunsets over the lake as well as sweeping mountain views from north to south. The property features an abundance of outdoor space, including a massive deck at the camp and level seating areas along the water’s edge—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or simply taking in the views. The main camp includes one bedroom, a sleeping loft, updated kitchen and an open living/dining area with sliders and a wall of windows that lead to the expansive deck. A separate private bunkhouse serves as a second bedroom, offering additional accommodations for guests. Located just minutes from Rattlesnake Landing on the mainland offering two transient docks, a boat ramp and parking for members (4 passes per lot). There is still plenty of time left to enjoy lake life this season.

Listing Agent

Jen McCullough

Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro Listed on: 08/25/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Betty Ann Bickford

Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro License #031787

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,648

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 0.65 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Property is zoned LR-LAK

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 694 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Woodwork
  • Natural Light
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Loft

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Deep Water Access
  • Boat Slip
  • Private Dock
  • Access to a Dock
  • Lake, Pond or Stream
  • Deck

Schools

  • Alton Central Elementary And Middle School
  • Prospect Mountain High School

Utilities

  • The lake is a source of water for the property

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 11
  • Assessor Parcel Number 761

Community Details

Amenities

  • Common Area

Recreation

  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,648

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: Located on the northwest side of the island. The property is only accessible by boat.
  • Seasonal: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Display On Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site
  • Architectural Style: Cottage/Camp
  • ResoLotFeatures: Deep Water Access, Lake Frontage, Lake View, Mountain View, Trail/Near Trail, Water View, Waterfront, Island
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 2340-0
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 694.0
  • Reso Interior Features: Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
  • Unit Levels: One
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Condo_Name: n
  • Flood_Zone: Unknown
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Living Room
  • Room_2_Type: Kitchen/Dining
  • Room_4_Type: Loft
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Water_Body_Access: Yes
  • Water_Body_Type: Lake
  • Water_View: Yes
  • Water_Access_Details: Deep Water Access, Directly Adjoining, Dock Access
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl Plank
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: None
  • Exterior Features: Boat Slip, Deck, Private Dock
  • Roof: Metal
  • Water Body Name: Lake Winnipesaukee
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Post/Piers

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Alternative System
  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Lake/Pond

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee: 180
  • Association Amenities: Common Acreage, Boat Dock

Fee Information

  • PAD Fee Frequency: Yearly

Schools

  • Elementary School: Alton Central School
  • High School: Prospect Mountain High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Alton Central School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: LR-LAK
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.65
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 28314.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5648.0
  • Tax Block: 11
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Map Number: 761

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,648 $435,100 $374,200 $60,900
2022 $4,947 $435,100 $374,200 $60,900
2021 $4,951 $435,100 $374,200 $60,900
2020 $3,796 $272,100 $210,300 $61,800
2019 $3,404 $272,100 $210,300 $61,800
2018 $3,695 $264,100 $210,300 $53,800
2017 $3,396 $264,100 $210,300 $53,800
2016 $3,141 $222,000 $177,500 $44,500
2015 $3,168 $222,000 $177,500 $44,500
2014 $3,131 $226,100 $182,900 $43,200
2013 $2,998 $223,100 $178,300 $44,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2025 08/25/25 For Sale $730,000 +29.2% $1,052 / Sq Ft
07/15/2022 07/15/22 Sold $565,000 +2.7% $966 / Sq Ft
06/12/2022 06/12/22 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2022 06/11/22 For Sale $550,000 0.0% $940 / Sq Ft
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2022 05/27/22 For Sale $550,000 +96.4% $940 / Sq Ft
12/02/2016 12/02/16 Sold $280,000 -11.0% $479 / Sq Ft
08/30/2016 08/30/16 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2016 07/21/16 For Sale $314,500 -- $538 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $280,000 --
Deed $135,000 --
Deed $170,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $452,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $325,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $350,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $136,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $190,800 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5058120

PrimeMLS

APN: ALTN-000076-000000-000011