5 Homes with Beautiful Staircases

First appearances can say it all, and these beautiful, graceful and majestic staircases speak loudly to anyone entering these fine homes. The five houses for sale, according to our partners at Zillow, are:  

296 Edgewater Drive, Gilford: $10,000,000
Description on Zillow: "This prestigious Governors Island waterfront has 360' of shoreline on Lake Winnipesaukee with a large sandy beach and docking for three boats. Tasteful custom finishes are found throughout this lovely estate. The grand foyer welcomes guests in to enjoy the comfort and outstanding views this home has to offer."

9 Ryan Farm Road, Windham: $2,200,000
Description on Zillow: High Atop Ryan Farm Road with panoramic views to the North you'll find this stunning Windham Chateau. Carefully designed to capture the breathtaking views of this premiere lot with walls of windows across its expansive brick façade. Through the front door you'll be impressed with the cherry and wrought iron bridal staircase rising up from under the 21' ceilings.

20 Camelot Road, Windham:  $1,299,000
Zillow Description: "The details are apparent the moment you drive up the wide circular paver drive and get the first look into this private 2.2 Acre setting of lush lawn and gardens. Impressive 2-story foyer with rounded graceful staircase and granite flooring welcomes you!" 

5 Esther Drive, Bedford: $659,000
Zillow Description: "Elegant brick front colonial located in Pulpit Estates. Grand two story foyer, formal living room and dining room with detailed moldings and double sided gas fireplace. Exquisite kitchen high end SS appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Viking Cook top, double ovens, wine fridge, granite counters and built in granite high top table in the breakfast nook."
160 Love Lane, Rye: $1,400,000
Zillow Description: This spectacular mini estate is located in Rye and Rye Beach and abuts Abenaqui CC. Notable are the exquisite details like dentil molding and wood inlays; dramatic, light-filled living spaces; grand 2-story foyer; curved staircase, formal dining and living rooms