
Land with Home for Sale in Holderness, New Hampshire
46 Laurel Island Ln, Holderness, NH 03245
Holderness, NH--Squam Lake--This is a classic summer cottage. Use it from mid-April through mid-November and you will love it for what it is. Formerly known as "Sam Merrill's Point," this extraordinary property has been cherished and carefully preserved through generations. Towering pines rise like sentinels along the shoreline, their presence evoking a timeless sense of place. Around the turn of the century, this summer cottage was built for Katherine Balch, sister of Ernest Balch, founder of the boys' camp on Chocorua (Church) Island. Reflecting the family's appreciation for a simple, rustic lifestyle, the home retains its authentic turn-of-the-century character and enduring charm. The cottage offers four bedrooms, a full bath on the first floor, and a half bath upstairs. A separate pump house/wood shed adds a second full bath and a charming outdoor shower. Inside, you'll find inviting gathering spaces, including a spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining room, and a cozy kitchen that remains true to the home's heritage. The showpiece of the property is the expansive 34' x 10' screened porch, showcasing panoramic 270-degree views of Squam Lake and the surrounding mountains-a setting of pure tranquility. Nestled on over 12 acres with nearly 600 feet of pristine waterfront, this property represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of Squam's most historic and captivating retreats. Please No Drive-by, showings by Appointment Only.
Location
- Street address
- 46 Laurel Island Ln
- County
- Grafton County
- Zip code
- 03245
- School district
- Holderness
- Elevation
- 578 feet
Directions
From Meredith Take Rt 3 North to Holderness. Laurel Island Lane is on your right. Follow to garage. Garage is not part of the property. The sellers and and the neighbors are asking for NO DRIVE-BYS, please. ASSISTED showings only, please.
Property details
- Acreage
- 12.89 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- NNEREN 5061341
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $26,300
Parcels
- 05105-245-019-000
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Franchise
- RE/MAX International
Lot
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Features
- Country Setting, Deed Restricted, Lake Access, Lake Frontage, Lake View, Mountain View, Secluded, Timber, Water View, Waterfront, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway, Paved or Surfaced
- Pool
- Deck, Porch
- Structures
- Outbuilding
- Features
- Boat Slip/Dock, Covered Porch, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Private Dock, Screened Porch, Shed
Structure
- Style
- Colonial, Cottage
- Stories
- 2
- Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas
- Materials
- Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 9
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Softwood, Vinyl
- Appliances
- Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Features
- 2 Fireplaces, Dining Area, Furnished, Hearth, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Primary BRW/BA, Walk-In Closet
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2026 | Price drop | $3,495,000 | $1,005,000 -22.3% | NNEREN |
| May 1, 2026 | New listing | $4,500,000 | — | NNEREN |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Listing removed | $4,900,000 | — | Listing agent |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Price drop | $4,900,000 | $700,000 -12.5% | NNEREN |
| Sept 15, 2025 | New listing | $5,600,000 | — | NNEREN |



























































