1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH

Name: 1000 Upper Mad River Road, For Sale in Thornton - Zoocasa
Brand: Owl's Nest Real Estate
SKU: 5095761
Price: 40000 USD

House

For Sale

Listed price in listed location currency (USD).

$40,000

200

MLS® 5095761

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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence

Levels Residential

Size 252 sqft

Garage

Taxes $1,541

Days Active 0

Lot Size 1 Acres

Approx. Age 1970

Avg. Price Per Sqft $158

MLS® Number 5095761

Property Address: 1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH, 03285

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Hidden among the towering pines of Thornton and tucked away beyond a year-round brook crossing lies a rare piece of old New Hampshire. Accessed by deeded right-of-way from a publicly maintained town road, this one-acre parcel has been cherished by the same family for generations and offers a setting that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from Waterville Valley and endless White Mountains recreation. Built around 1970, the rustic cabin sits approximately 450 feet from the road and remains surrounded by old-growth forest, with seasonal mountain views already visible and even greater view potential with selective clearing. Though unused for roughly the past decade, the cabin retains much of its original character, including a stone fireplace with wood stove, sleeping loft, two bedrooms, and an existing outhouse. With no electricity, well, or septic, the property has long served as an off-grid retreat and presents a unique opportunity for restoration, continued seasonal enjoyment, or simply preserving a disappearing style of New Hampshire camp ownership. The former access road historically allowed four-wheel-drive vehicles directly to the cabin and could potentially be reclaimed. The mostly level lot offers room to expand clearings while maintaining the privacy and tranquility that make this setting so special. Surrounded by former farmland and with nearby access to skiing, hiking, and year-round recreation, this is a property for those who appreciate simplicity, adventure, and places with history. Offered strictly as-is, this hidden retreat is not for everyone—but for the right buyer, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're seeking a rustic getaway, hunting camp, family retreat, or a project with character, this is a chance to own a small piece of the White Mountains at an exceptional value.

MLS® Number5095761

Laundry Level

Central VacNo

FireplaceNo

Acreage

Exterior

Garage

Approx. Age1970

Basement

Driveway

Garage Spaces

HeatWood, Wood Stove

A/CNone

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Price History

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For Sale

Jun 19, 2026List Date

$40,000List Price

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