Unique Mid-Century Modern Home | 435 Avery Hill Rd, Alton, NH 03810

One of kind retreat nestled in the hills of the Lakes Region. This late mid-century modern house incorporates a thematic use of architectural concrete, wood and glass. The compound melds itself into the landscape in dramatic fashion. Stunning views across the fields to the Belknap mountains, this home is situated on 30 acres and bounded by a stream and fieldstone walls. Designed by Manfred H. Hufschmid over a period of 30+ years. Hufschmid graduated from The Cooper Union and spent time at the architectural firms of Jen Risom and Max Urbahn in NYC, Willian Pereira in LA, and the Perkins and Will Partnership. One of his designs was a finalist for the 1958 Toronto City Hall Competition. The architect's impressive pedigree is on full display throughout this unique architectural masterpiece. As you enter from the circular drive you are greeted by an arched entryway and concrete water fountain. Once inside the house you open to a custom kitchen and dining area. There are bedrooms on either wing of the house, with creative storage throughout. Everything in this house is custom built. You'll feel the warmth of white cedar walls, native white pine beams, and teak trim throughout. Yodel wood stoves, forced hot air, and wood and oil furnaces will bring you winter comfort. Back outside there is an in-ground pool, barn and garage. This home is ready for some love to bring it back to it's full grandeur. More than a home, this is a work of art. Shown by appt.
Asking $1,250,000
Listed by Terry Small 603-321-1036 | 603-875-3128 & David Countway 603-520-5211 | 603-875-3128
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[@_Jay_Maker_]

Can't see the inside, huh? Bummer. The listing on Zillow and elsewhere shows it all, and it's just as unique inside as it is outside.
The outside looks rough. Not exactly "shabby," but more like put-upon by time. I absolutely adore the architectural design, but it seems like this place has seen better days. Still, I've seen much, much worse, and this place absolutely deserves some TLC for the simple fact that it exists at all. Similar to 20 Wyman Drive up in Winnie and other artsy properties, this place is definitely unique.
Edit: I might have been too polite. There's actually a virtual tour of this home online that includes basically all of the interior, and the inside needs about as much work as the outside. "Unique" is an understatement. The state of the inside makes it seem like this was a project that was abandoned half-complete, or one that you'd have to force someone to live in than anything an actual human might want to inhabit. It's a puzzle box from _Hellraiser_ in house form. Yikes.

[@maxfieldrealestate7705]

Hey Jay! Thank you for taking the time to look into this property further to see the inside. We completely understand your take on the interior/exterior and hope the future owners find a way to bring this cool property back to life!