Carroll County · Lakes Region

Moultonborough

Home to Castle in the Clouds and Largest Winnipesaukee Island

About Moultonborough

Moultonborough stretches across the northern shores of Lake Winnipesaukee and the western edge of the Ossipee Mountains, offering some of New Hampshire's most stunning lakefront landscapes. Castle in the Clouds, the historic Lucknow Estate perched on a mountainside with panoramic lake views, is the town's crown jewel and draws visitors from across New England. The Old Country Store on Whittier Highway has been operating since 1781 and claims to be the oldest continuously running general store in America. With over 65 miles of shoreline, Moultonborough is a haven for boaters, anglers, and summer residents who treasure the unhurried pace of lakeside living. Long Island and the quiet coves of Moultonborough Neck give the town a distinctive geography that feels like its own private corner of the Lakes Region.

Why Moultonborough?

65+ miles of Lake Winnipesaukee shoreline — unmatched waterfront access
Exceptionally low property tax rate of $5.65 per $1,000
Castle in the Clouds and the Old Country Store provide unique cultural landmarks
Independent SAU 45 school district with small class sizes and strong community support
Quiet, scenic beauty with easy access to hiking in the Ossipee Range

Quick Facts

Population

4,399

County

Carroll

Region

Lakes Region

School District

SAU 45

Weather in Moultonborough

32°F

Clear

Today

57 / 32

Sun

61 / 38

Mon

61 / 42

Map

Living in Moultonborough

What you need to know about making Moultonborough your home.

Major Employers

Castle in the CloudsThe Old Country StoreMoultonborough School DistrictTown of MoultonboroughMoultonborough Recreation Department

Schools & Education

Moultonborough operates its own independent school district (SAU 45) with three schools — Central, Middle, and the Academy — serving about 477 students with notably small class sizes.

Cost of Living

Moultonborough's median home price of $730,000 reflects its premium lakefront real estate, but the state's lowest property tax rate at $5.65 per $1,000 makes it remarkably affordable to own once you're in.

Real Estate

$730,000 median home price

$5.65 per $1,000 property tax rate

No state income or sales tax in NH

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Commute Times

60 min

Concord

35 min

Laconia

25 min

Meredith

20 min

Wolfeboro

75 min

Manchester

School District

School district

Moultonborough School District(SAU 45)

Grades served: PreK-12

Website

Moultonborough Central School

PK-5Elementary

Moultonborough Middle School

6-8Middle School

Moultonborough Academy

9-12High School

Hidden Gems in Moultonborough

Beyond the well-known attractions, Moultonborough has spots that locals love and visitors rarely find.

Falls of Song at Castle in the Clouds

year-round

A dramatic 40-foot plunge waterfall that thunders into Shannon Brook, reached by just a 0.1-mile hike from the auto road. The roar echoes through the forest as mist rises from the pool below, creating that perfect 'hidden in plain sight' feel. Wooden boardwalks provide viewing platforms, and if you're feeling adventurous, the Brook Walk trail continues past six more waterfalls.

Mount Roberts Ridge Views

spring

Locals know the secret: skip the summit and linger on the open ledges about half a mile before the peak. Here you'll find the most spectacular lake views in the area - sweeping panoramas across Lake Winnipesaukee that rival any White Mountain vista. The rocky outcrops provide perfect lunch spots while you watch boats below look like toys.

Red Hill Fire Tower

fall

This steel tower from the late 1920s offers 360-degree views from its enclosed top platform, but what makes it special is the climb itself. The cabin trail winds past old cellar holes and stone walls from 18th-century settlements, while the tower provides views of both Lake Winnipesaukee and Squam Lake. The haunting call of loons drifts up from the water below at sunset.