284 Hawthorne St, Manchester, NH 03104

Welcome to this sprawling North End Ranch, lovingly owned by the same owners for over 56 years! Beautifully maintained, thoughtfully updated, and expanded over the years, this special home combines the ease of single-level living with warmth, character, and an abundance of space. The heart of the home is the inviting kitchen, featuring beautiful cherry cabinetry, abundant built-ins for displaying treasures, a two-tiered island with stool seating, and an eat-in area spacious enough for a full-size dining table. Just off the kitchen, the vaulted-ceiling family room is filled with natural light from skylights and features an incredible stained-glass window inspired by the Book of Kells in Dublin; truly a one-of-a-kind detail. An atrium door provides direct access to the beautifully landscaped 9,500-square-foot lot, complete with a lovely patio, bench seating, and grassy lawn. The backyard can also be accessed through the charming breezeway connecting the kitchen to the one-car garage. The kitchen also leads to a terrific home office/study with another wall of built-ins. The inviting living room features a lovely bay window with diamond lattice, a charming archway toward the front entry, and beautiful hardwood floors that continue into the three spacious bedrooms. The full hall bath offers a jetted tub for relaxing soaks, while the primary suite includes its own bath. Many rooms feature recessed and/or overhead lighting and ceiling fans. The biggest surprise awaits downstairs: a