$899,999

About this home

Located in the Historic District of Gilmanton, the circa 1793 Temperance Tavern offers a rare opportunity to own a landmark property with strong commercial and mixed-use potential. This 14-room colonial with an attached two-story barn sits on 1.1 acres and has served as a stagecoach stop on the Canada-to-Dover route, as well as a post office, courthouse, Masonic lodge, and boarding house for students of the Gilmanton Academy. Highly visible location near the Gilmanton Four Corners intersection of Routes 107 & 140, the property features a unique triangular lot with road frontage on all three sides totaling approximately 1,050 feet - offering exceptional exposure, access, and signage potential for a variety of commercial uses. Period details include six open-hearth fireplaces, original Indian shutters, and Moses Eaton stenciling—ideal for hospitality, event, or destination-based business concepts. With 5+ bedrooms, 5.5 baths,(1 is a private owner’s suite),the layout supports boutique inn/B&B use,retreat or wellness center, professional offices, café/tea room, gallery space, or a live/work investment (subject to town approvals). The attached barn and improved garage provide flexible space for event hosting, studio/workshop use, storage, or expansion of operations. Site layout allows for on-site parking and outdoor gathering areas, enhancing its appeal for weddings, small events, or seasonal business models. Over $100,000 of recent upgrades, including a new well, extensive plumbing improvements, and structural restoration to the barn. The detached garage was raised, the foundation updated with a concrete floor, and a new roof (2024). Landscaping, cleanup, and site improvements further enhance usability while preserving historic character. High-visibility, story-rich property with strong branding potential in a quintessential New Hampshire setting. Buyer to perform due diligence with the town regarding zoning and permitted uses. Private showings by appointment only.

Property details

MLS

Prime MLS

MLS #

5093840

Property type

Commercial Sale

Subdivision

N/A

Status

Active

Days on market

63

On market date

N/A

Stories

N/A

Total bathrooms

N/A

Garage spaces

N/A

Parking spaces

N/A

Lot size

1.1 acres

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.