A historic bed and breakfast in Bartlett, New Hampshire, known as the Covered Bridge House, is being offered for sale for the first time in 32 years. The property, listed at $1.25 million, includes a classic New England inn alongside one of the state’s few privately owned covered bridges, which currently operates as a seasonal gift shop.

Located at 404 US Route 302, the Covered Bridge House has been a fixture in the Mount Washington Valley for decades. The inn, built in 1900, features five guest rooms each equipped with private bathrooms, a spacious dining area, and a lounge with a gas fireplace. The attached owner’s residence includes three bedrooms, a living room with a wood-burning stove, and a dining room. One bedroom on the first floor has direct access to the backyard and the nearby Saco River, where guests and residents can enjoy recreational activities.

The covered bridge, constructed in 1850, was originally a key transportation link across the Saco River on Route 302 before being decommissioned from commuter use. It was repurposed as the Covered Bridge Gift Shoppe in 1965 and draws thousands of visitors each season. According to Tanner Wheeler of Senné Residential, the property’s listing agent, the bridge exemplifies traditional New England craftsmanship and adds unique appeal to the business.

The inn’s location on the Saco River offers guests the opportunity to float on inner tubes along a private stretch of water leading back to the property. Summers bring outdoor leisure activities, while winters provide easy access to several ski resorts, including nearby Attitash Mountain Resort about 1.5 miles away, with Bretton Woods, Cranmore, and Wildcat located within a half-hour drive. The region also caters to cross-country and backcountry skiers.

Wheeler emphasized the property’s dual residential and commercial zoning, highlighting the lifestyle appeal of the area with its array of outdoor activities such as fly fishing and rock climbing. Room rates currently range from $179 to $229 per night, making it a viable operating business alongside the opportunity to live amidst New Hampshire’s scenic natural environment.