Step into a remarkable piece of Amherst history at 244 Boston Post Road, a distinctive 4 bedroom, 2 bath home set on 12.58 beautiful acres in one of New Hampshire’s most historic communities. With roots reaching back to Amherst’s earliest settlement, this extraordinary property occupies land associated with Samuel Lamson,… Read More one of the town’s first settlers in the 1730s. The property was identified on an 1858 Amherst map as the site of the “First house built in Amherst,” giving it a fascinating connection to the very beginnings of the community. Over the centuries, the property has lived many lives. It served as a tavern and inn along historic Boston Post Road in the early 1800s, welcoming travelers during an era when the road was an important regional route. In the 20th century, the home became Camp Collyer, a summer camp that welcomed boys from the Greater Boston area for decades. Today, the property offers an exceptional opportunity to become the next steward of this storied Amherst home. With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 3,496 square feet of living space, there is abundant room to make the home your own while preserving the character and craftsmanship that speak to its past. Outside, 12.58 acres provide a beautiful and private New England setting with room to enjoy the land and the peaceful surroundings. Adding to its possibilities, with Town approval, the property may have the potential to be operated as a Bed & Breakfast Inn—an especially fitting opportunity for a home with its own history of welcoming travelers and guests. 244 Boston Post Road is more than a home—it is a tangible piece of Amherst history. From its connection to the town’s earliest settlers, to its years as a tavern and later a summer camp, generations of stories have unfolded here. Whether envisioned as a distinctive private residence or explored for its potential as a Bed & Breakfast, this is a rare opportunity to preserve the past while writing the property’s next chapter. Read Less
Courtesy of Vanessa Sheehan, Renvia Realty Group LLC Off: 603-379-5900
Listing Snapshot - source: Home Junction
Days Online
4
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Square Ft.
3,496
Lot Size
12.58 Acres
Year Built
1735
MLS Number
5110446
30 Days Snapshot - source: Home Junction
30 Days Snapshot Of 03031
$643k
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+5%
homes sold
16
-33%
(avg) days on market
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Road Frontage: TBD
Building
Basement: Yes, 8 rooms, Built in 1735, 3,496 total finished sqft, Total stories: 2, Construction status: Existing, 2,448 unfinished sqft above grade, 390 unfinished sqft below grade, 3,496 finished sqft above grade
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