5 Secluded and Historic Homes Across New England Towns

A study in contemporary design, this secluded Warren home pairs an open-concept kitchen and living room with a soaring cathedral ceiling and a generous loft—equally suited to slow mornings, reading, or a focused home office. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms include a ground-floor primary suite with a private en suite for everyday ease. Outside, a deck looks onto a mature, sun-filled landscape with southern exposure, offering room to shape a dream garden and the simple pleasure of summer peaches and blueberries gathered right outside the front door. Just minutes from Warren Village, a stone’s throw from scenic Warren Falls, and about a 10-minute drive to Sugarbush Resort, the setting balances quiet with connection. An oversized detached two-car garage adds radiant heat, built-in storage, and a sizable workshop for projects year-round.

From its elevated setting above South Canaan Road in North Canaan, this newly remodeled residence pairs timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates and a welcome sense of privacy. Engineered hardwood floors run through the living spaces, setting a warm, cohesive tone. The spacious living and dining room centers on a striking stone fireplace, while French doors open directly to an outdoor patio—an easy extension for quiet mornings or casual entertaining. On the main level, a primary suite offers a walk-in closet and an updated en-suite bath with a walk-in shower. A flexible den, also outfitted with French doors to the patio, adapts beautifully as a home office, family room, or guest retreat. A powder room and generously sized laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide comfortable accommodations for family and friends. Virtually staged interior photo.

Set on five acres at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this distinctive property sits just ¾ mile from downtown Errol, New Hampshire, with easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails (with landowner permission) and close proximity to the Androscoggin River, Umbagog Lake, and Dixville Notch. The main residence is a 30’ x 50’ Gambrel with four spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths. On the first floor, two bedrooms—one currently used as an office—offer private exterior entrances and en-suite baths, joined by convenient first-floor laundry. A newly remodeled kitchen with updated appliances brings fresh functionality to daily life. Upstairs, two oversized bedrooms share a ¾ bath. Four fireplaces, including one with a propane insert, add warmth and character, while a wood/oil combination furnace supports comfortable, year-round living—indoors after a day outside, or around the fire on a quiet evening in.

A study in contemporary design, this Contemporary style home is located in desirable Wayne, Maine. The setting on Coolidge Road places you within this lakes-region town’s quiet, residential rhythm, where daily life feels unhurried and connected to the community around you. With an emphasis on location, the home offers the kind of straightforward convenience that makes errands, visits with neighbors, and weekend plans feel easy to arrange from a central base. The modern character suggested by its contemporary style invites a lifestyle that values clean lines and a current sensibility, while the Wayne address adds a distinctly Maine sense of place. Mornings can begin with a calm departure from home, and evenings can end with the simple comfort of returning to a contemporary retreat in a sought-after setting.

Originally built in 1803 and known locally as the “Simonds House,” this brick Federal on Main Street in Charlestown pairs early craftsmanship with thoughtful modern upgrades and remarkable flexibility. A welcoming foyer and sweeping staircase set the tone, leading to a comfortable living room with a fireplace insert, plus an exposed-beam and brick kitchen and a dining room anchored by a sunny alcove. The main level includes the ease of a first-floor bedroom and full bath. Upstairs, the primary suite offers double closets and a fireplace, alongside two additional bedrooms and a second full bath with a double-sink vanity. Beyond the main residence, a private one-bedroom accessory apartment with its own Rinnai heater, washer/dryer, and screened-in porch adds guest-ready or income potential, while a ground-level bonus space with an exterior entrance invites work, play, or expanded living. Outside, a fenced backyard with patio and pergola and a detached barn with upgraded electric round out the setting.