Strafford County
200 +/- Acres With River Frontage Near Dover
59 Curtis Road Farmington, NH 03835
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Finding 200 contiguous acres within easy reach of New Hampshire's Seacoast is uncommon. Finding one with extensive river frontage, established trails, level terrain, and development potential is even rarer. Consisting of two adjoining parcels totaling approximately 200 acres, this Farmington property offers a unique combination of natural beauty, long-term investment potential, and the opportunity to shape its next chapter.
The landscape is diverse yet highly usable. Approximately 640 feet of road frontage provides access to a predominantly wooded property with a network of existing trails throughout the acreage. Frontage along the scenic Cocheco River enhances both the recreational appeal and the overall character of the land. While the river is primarily scenic in this location, it creates an attractive natural boundary and contributes to the privacy and setting that make larger parcels increasingly desirable.
Evidence of the property's agricultural history remains. Approximately ten acres of former fields could be reclaimed, providing opportunities for farming, pasture, wildlife habitat enhancement, or open space. Combined with the existing trail system, the land is well-suited for recreation, hunting, horseback riding, or simply enjoying the privacy that only a parcel of this size can provide.
From an investment standpoint, the property deserves careful consideration. Located within Farmington's Rural Residential zoning district with one-acre minimum lot requirements, the combination of level terrain, road frontage, and proximity to Dover and Rochester may support subdivision or cluster development opportunities, subject to Town approvals and buyer due diligence. Large tracts with this combination of location and development flexibility are becoming increasingly difficult to acquire throughout southeastern New Hampshire.
An approximately 2,558-square-foot farmhouse built in 1850 remains on the property. While the home requires substantial renovation, it appears structurally sound and offers the chance to preserve a piece of the property's history. Exposed beams, multiple fireplaces, and the proportions typical of a classic New England farmhouse provide a foundation for a thoughtful restoration. Existing improvements include a drilled well, private septic system, forced hot air heat, and a detached garage, allowing the next owner to decide whether to restore the residence, incorporate it into future development plans, or adapt it to suit another vision.
This is not simply a home with acreage. It is a rare landholding offering multiple paths forward. Whether your plans include residential development, a private estate, long-term investment, recreational ownership, or restoring a historic farmhouse surrounded by hundreds of acres, opportunities of this scale and location seldom reach the market.
If you've been searching for a property that offers room to build, invest, restore, or simply hold for the future, this is one worth exploring. Walk the trails, experience the river frontage, and imagine what 200 acres in one of New Hampshire's most desirable regions could become.
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- Approximately 200± contiguous acres in two adjoining parcels
- Approximately 640± feet of road frontage
- Established internal trail network throughout the property
- Convenient access to Dover, Rochester, Portsmouth, and the New Hampshire Seacoast
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