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Bentley By The Sea

86 Lafayette Rd
Route 1
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 964-7277
34 & 32 Willow
North Hampton, NH
MLS Number: 5030135
Price: $18,500,000.00
10
Bedrooms
13
Bathrooms
11326
Sq Feet
9.04
Acres (approx)
Listed Agent: Tony Jalbert
Listing Office: Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty 603-964-8028
Listing Date: Feb 24, 2025 - Active

Testarossa al Mare offers an exceptional opportunity to own a distinguished piece of New England history. Constructed between 1903 and 1904 by philanthropist Emma Blood French and Dr. Leonard Melville French, the estate was designed by renowned architect William G. Rantoul. This architectural masterpiece blends English Manor, Tudor, Italian Renaissance, and Colonial Revival styles, showcasing a visionary design. The estate spans over 9 acres with ten bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, and expansive living spaces, thoughtfully crafted for large-scale entertaining. Its exceptional craftsmanship features distinctive chimneys, Doric columns, an expansive piazza, intricate wood moldings, and beamed ceilings. A striking red roof crowns the property, offering sweeping, unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding marshlands, preserving its historic character and emphasizing the foresight of its original creators. In addition to the main residence, the property features a caretaker's quarters and a newly renovated four-bedroom carriage house, providing ample space for guests, staff, or family. These thoughtfully designed additions ensure the estate's functionality and upkeep. Lovingly restored, Testarossa al Mare seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern comforts, offering a rare opportunity to own a truly unique and historic estate.

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Basic Information
City/Town
North Hampton
County
NH-Rockingham
Taxes/Year
$97,403.00 / 2024
Year Built
1904
Garage
7 cars
Sq. Footage
11326 SF
School District
North Hampton
Elem School
North Hampton School
Middle School
North Hampton School
High School
Winnacunnet High School
Zoning
R2
Lot Size
9.04 Acres (approx)
Room Details
Rooms
20
Bedrooms
10
Full Bath
4
3/4 Baths
6
1/2 Baths
2
1/4 Baths
1
Living Room
33.7 X 24.8
Dining Room
18.5 X 19.7
Kitchen
20.8 X 15.4
Family Room
34.2 X 20.2
Bedroom 1
10.10 X 12.8
Bedroom 2
26.5 X 14.7
Property Features
Basement
Y
Basement
Concrete Floor, Crawl Space, Daylight, Partial, Stairs - Interior, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Stairs - Basement
Docs Available
Covenants, Deed, Property Disclosure, Septic Design, Survey, Tax Map
Driveway
Brick/Pavers, Heated, Paved
Electric
200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s), Generator, Underground
Equipment
CO Detector, Enrgy Recvry Ventlatr Unt, Humidifier, Irrigation System, Security System, Smoke Detector, Smoke Detectr-HrdWrdw/Bat, Generator - Standby
Appliances
Cooktop - Down-Draft, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater - Off Boiler, Water Heater - On Demand, Water Heater - Tank, Water Heater - Tankless, Wine Cooler, Ice Maker-Stand Alone, Exhaust Fan
Foundation
Concrete, Granite, Poured Concrete, Stone
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Manufactured, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Heating/ Cooling
Propane, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Hot Air, Hot Water, Multi Zone Central AC, Multi Zone
Interior Features
Bar, Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Elevator, Fireplace - Gas, Fireplace - Screens/Equip, Fireplaces - 3+, In-Law Suite, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Kitchen/Living, Laundry Hook-ups, Lighting - LED, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Security, Skylight, Storage - Indoor, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Walk-in Pantry, Wet Bar, Window Treatment, Programmable Thermostat, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - 2nd Floor, Smart Thermostat, Attic - Walkup
Exterior Features
Deck, Fence - Partial, Garden Space, Guest House, Natural Shade, Patio, Porch - Covered, Windows - Double Pane, Windows - Storm
Stories
2.5
Roof
Metal
Sewer
Private, Septic
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