
Stacey Matthews
Listing courtesy of Susan Wiley, Senne Residential LLC Phone: 603-356-9444
26 Balcony Seat View, Conway, NH, 03860

9 rooms
5 beds
2 Full baths
1929
Colonial
2,725 sqft
A Rare and Storied Retreat in the Heart of the Mount Washington Valley. Perched on the iconic Balcony Seat View in Intervale, 26 Balcony Seat offersa once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a home steeped in New Hampshire’s cultural and artistic legacy. Built in 1929 by Dorothy Bumstead—who acquired the landfrom the historic Dinsmore family—this timeless Colonial has remained in the same family for nearly a century. The property spans 1.6 acres of land with sweeping,unobstructed views of the Saco River Valley and Mount Washington—a breathtaking landscape that has drawn and inspired generations of artists, including members ofthe famed White Mountain School in the 19th/20th centuries. Thoughtfully expanded in the 1990s, the home is currently configured as a two-family residence but couldeasily be restored to a spacious single-family home. With 2,725 square feet, it offers 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, and 2 kitchens. Outdoor highlights includea charming bandstand overlook, a summer bunkhouse, mature perennial gardens cultivated over generations, and a view from nearly every window. A true legacyproperty. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a generational legacy property, or a creative sanctuary, this home embodies the timeless spirit of Intervale and thegrandeur of the White Mountains. Close to skiing, hiking, and the restaurants/shops of North Conway, yet privately set in one of the Valley’s most picturesque corners.This is a rare opportunity.
Status:
Active
Type:
Multi-family
Units:
2
Zoning:
RA
Heating:
Oil
Cooling:
None
Basement:
Bulkhead, Climate Controlled, Concrete Floor, Stairs - Exterior, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Stairs - Basement
Acreage:
1.6
Est. Taxes:
$6,871
Lot Description:
Country Setting,Field/Pasture,Landscaped,Mountain View,River,River Frontage,Sloping,Stream,View,Walking Trails,Water View,Waterfront,Abuts Conservation,In Town,Mountain,Near Paths,Near Shopping,Near Skiing
Waterfront:
Yes
Elementary School:
Pine Tree Elem
Middle School:
A. Crosby Kennett Middle Sch
High School:
A. Crosby Kennett Sr. High
School District:
SAU #9
MLS #:
5044624