Description
Villa Como is a distinguished 16.3-acre estate with over 1,000 feet of prime Cocheco River frontage, just minutes from Portsmouth. Exceptional amenities include a tennis/pickleball court, bocce court, golf green, pond, and private dock, all set amid lush landscaping and elegant granite stonework. A grand stone-pillared porte cochère leads to the Great Room, featuring limestone floors, a granite fireplace, and soaring cathedral ceilings. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls frame stunning river views, while a suspended canoe adds a unique focal point.The gourmet kitchen boasts multiple ovens, an antique-style "ice box" refrigerator, and two expansive pantries. A sunroom with a fireplace opens to a screened porch, and the front-facing rooms lead to an infinity pool, spa, and outdoor kitchen. The primary suite offers a fireplace, opulent bath, and river views, while a private family wing includes two ensuite bedrooms, a sitting room, and outdoor spaces. The lower level features a game room, home theater, wine cellar, gym, sauna, golf simulator, and sports room. A second-floor office provides 270-degree views. Additional highlights include a 3-car garage, detached 2-bedroom guest house, and a solar array for enhanced sustainability.
Details
| MLS # | 5013022 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $925 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | (10) Active - Active |
| Year | 2005 |
| Days On Site | 317 |
| Listing Provided By | Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty | Tony Jalbert |
Features
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 9 Total |
| SQ Feet | 14,709 |
| Garage | 6 |
| Basement | Y |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | R-40 |
| Acreage | 16.30 |
| Water Front | Yes |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 23 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Propane, Hot Air |
| Interior Features | Central Vacuum, Bar, Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Elevator, Fireplace - Gas, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Hearth, Home Theatre Wiring, Hot Tub, In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Kitchen/Living, Laundry Hook-ups, Lead/Stain Glass, Living/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Security, Skylight, Soaking Tub, Storage - Indoor, Surround Sound Wiring, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Pantry, Wet Bar, Whirlpool Tub, Window Treatment, Laundry - 1st Floor |
| Appliances | Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Gas, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Off Boiler, Water Heater - On Demand, Water Heater–Ht Wtr–Solar, Water Heater - Tank, Water Heater - Tankless, Wine Cooler, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Boat Slip, Dock, Building, Deck, Fence - Partial, Garden, Guest House, Hot Tub, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Patio, Pool - In Ground, Porch, Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Private Dock, Sauna, Shed, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Porch - Heated, Built in Gas Grill |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle - Asphalt |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Clapboard, Shake Siding, Stone, Stucco |
| Foundation Details | Concrete |
| Lot Features | Agricultural, Conserved Land, Country Setting, Deed Restricted, Landscaped, Pond, Pond Frontage, Recreational, River, River Frontage, Rolling Slope, Secluded, Sloping, Views, Water View, Waterfall, Waterfront, Abuts Conservation, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Rural, Tidal, Near Public Transit, Near Railroad, Near Hospital |
| Accessibility Features | 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, 1st Floor Laundry, Access Parking, Hard Surface Flooring, Paved Parking |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Auto Open, Heated Garage, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 11 - 20, Paved, Attached |
Utilities
| Utilities | Underground Utilities |
|---|---|
| Electric | Circuit Breakers, Generator, Other, Underground |
| Sewer | Private Sewer, Septic Tank |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 89031.45 |
|---|---|
| Tax Rate | 18.7 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 5565300 |
| Tax Block | 2 |
| Tax Lot | 0 |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
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| State | NH |
|---|---|
| County | Strafford |
| City | Dover |
| Zip Code | 03820 |
| Area | NH Strafford |
| School District | Dover School District SAU #11 |
| Elementary School | Garrison School |
| Middle School | Dover Middle School |
| High School | Dover High School |