Welcome to “Bolivar’s Rest, ” a timeless Victorian masterpiece built circa 1905 by vaudeville legend Billy B. Van. Steeped in Hollywood history and New England charm, this grand home invites you in with its sweeping wraparound farmer’s porch and elegant circular driveway framed by mature trees. Inside, sunlight pours through tall windows, illuminating natural woodwork and high ceilings, Each room feels both gracious and inviting—from the expansive dining room perfect for lively gatherings, to the massive fireplace that anchors the heart of the home. The three floors of living space offer five spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and thoughtful touches like cedar-lined closets and charming architectural details that blend warmth with grandeur. 11Just minutes from Lake Sunapee and Mount Sunapee Resort, this property offers the rare combination of serenity and accessibility—only two hours from Boston and moments from I-89. Whether envisioned as a private residence, country retreat, or boutique inn, Bolivar’s Rest is more than a home—it’s a piece of living history, waiting for its next chapter.
