91 Driscoll Rd Deering, NH 03244

Goodale Farm is centered around a Federal-style1830 home and its barn. At the crest of Driscoll Hill on a quiet gravel road, it was a second home for city folks until the 1980's when it was purchased by local people who loved its good bones and who went to work to save its historic beginnings. The biggest undertaking was the rebuilding of the center chimney allowing for 5 working fireplaces in the main house. They also reconstructed the ell, formerly the summer kitchen, into a big family-style kitchen with room for a harvest table on the other side of another reconstructed chimney. A brick hearth was created, large enough to hold a wood-fired cookstove that has since been replaced with a more efficient woodstove. Each owner going forward contributed to the cause. A private, covered porch was added along the east wall to sit and watch the sunrise, foundation work was completed, efficient double hung windows installed and the 5 year old metal roof is practical and handsome. Many floors appear to be chestnut, there are six panel doors throughout and an incredible variety of ornate moldings, from crown to fireplace surrounds. Some minor plastering needs to be completed, then choose your historic colors and enjoy! This is a special find in the southern portion of the state, just 30 minutes to our state capitol, and 35 minutes to Bedford. A hub for business and all things majorly retail. Local stores and supermarket a 15 minute drive. Contact Shirley Sullivan, Listing Broker @ 603-493-1493.