Cotton Valley House, est. 1880, made new in 2022

Enjoy Crescent Lake views in this classic New Englander built in 1880 and fully renovated with modern luxuries in 2022. The home is located on the Cotton Valley Rail Trail which makes for an enjoyable walk or bike (<1 mile) to downtown Wolfeboro. Cotton Valley House does not have direct lake access but access is available by walking to Mast Landing. (<.1 mile)

The original structure has had several additions and remodels. A lot can happen over 140 years. We wanted to take Cotton Valley House back to its origins and showcase its maturity while being equipped with modern comforts. The master bedroom is on the main floor with a full bathroom. The half bathroom is also located on the main floor. Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 are on the second level with a full bathroom.

Guests have access to the entire house and property except for the barn. The barn is not accessible for guests staying at Cotton Valley House.
Guests do not have direct lake access. A small beach located just beyond the back of property does not belong to Cotton Valley House and is private. Parties are not permitted at any time.

Cotton Valley Rail Trail History

In 1872, the Eastern Railroad opened a branch line from Sanbornville to Wolfeboro to transport freight and passengers to Lake Winnipesaukee. The Boston and Maine Railroad (B&M) purchased the line in 1892 and ran it until 1936. The line originally reached Dockside where passengers boarded the MV Mount Washington and other boats to travel to inns and hotels around the lake. In 1972, a group of investors, The Wolfeboro Railroad, bought the line and ran site seeing train service until shutting down in 1986. 6 years later, Wolfeboro Pathways Committee considered developing a pathway along the old train corridor from Wolfeboro Falls through Brookfield to Sanbornville. There was a great deal of interest by all three communities for a cooperative effort to convert the corridor into a multi-use recreation and travel pathway. 15 years later the last mile was completed in October 2017 to finish the 12 mile public trail. Source - Cotton Valley Rail Trail website