7 Dalton DriveBarnstead, NH 03225MLS Number 5105444

Welcome to 7 Dalton Drive-a sun-drenched, turn-key lakeside retreat offering single-level living at its finest and the ultimate Lakes Region lifestyle. Set on an exceptionally generous lot, this move-in-ready sanctuary features an open-concept kitchen and living area boasting soaring vaulted ceilings, a cozy pellet stove for efficient secondary heat, and a huge peninsula designed for entertaining. Beautiful brand-new, low-maintenance flooring flows across the main level, complemented by peace of mind with a brand-new roof installed in April 2026. Downstairs, a versatile semi-finished basement room offers the perfect space for a game night lounge, home gym, or bonus guest area. Your outdoor oasis awaits in the backyard, where a lovely main deck and a secondary patio create an idyllic setting for alfresco dining and star-filled summer evenings, all framed by ample parking, a large paved driveway, and a spacious full-sized two-car garage. Living here means adventure is right outside your front door: stroll over to Halfmoon Lake (283 acres, 14 ft avg depth) or Locke Lake (149 acres, 7 ft avg depth) for endless boating, fishing, and swimming. As part of the resort-style Locke Lake Colony association, you'll enjoy exclusive access to an incredible collection of private amenities, including nine private beaches across both lakes (six on Locke Lake and three on Half Moon Lake), two outdoor swimming pools, a 6-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, a basketball court, a baseball field, playgrounds, canoe/kayak racks, two marinas with boat launches, covered pavilions, and a community Lodge featuring a lake-view deck. Whether you're making the quick 12-minute commute to the lively shores of Alton Bay on Lake Winnipesaukee or taking an under-an-hour drive to historic, coastal Portsmouth, this home delivers the perfect blend of neighborhood tranquility and easy New England getaway vibes. Showings at open house only 8/22/26 from 12 to 2 and 8/23/26 from 11 to 1.