9 Dow Lane, Rye NH 03870

Rare Opportunity to own this lovingly cared for Colonial filled with charm & character. Gather in the kitchen which combines old & new. Stainless appliances, wide wood floors and a beehive oven to keep the food warm. Cozy up next to the fireplace in the sitting room, entertain in the dining room with fireplace, cedar closet & storage closet, enjoy the charm of the living rm and family rooms with built-ins and wide pine floors. A mudroom and laundry room round out the 1st floor. Upstairs, the primary suite will surprise you with a large bathroom, a fireplace and walk in closet. There are two additional large bedrooms with ample closet space. The 4th bedroom can be accessed via separate staircase and makes a private office space or guest retreat, with potential and plumbing for a kitchenette. The walk-up attic is convenient for storage. The back yard is a peaceful, private, oasis you won't want to leave. Expansive yard has a raised vegetable bed, an herb garden and flower garden. You can relax and entertain on the beautiful brick patio. The outdoor shower is useful for washing the pets or kids after a day at the beach. Great location near beaches and downtown Portsmouth. Many updates including a complete restoration of the main center chimney and new gutters w/leaf guard (2023), new furnace and HW heater and updated wiring (2020). 1/2 mi to the New Seacoast rail Trail!