A Damariscotta River Gem! Just beyond the private homestead, nearly 10 acres of rolling open fields and 570+ feet of tidal waterfront have been conserved as a habitat sanctuary for a multitude of marine plants and animals. Built in 1960, this contemporary Cape is ideal for one-level living. Enjoy the updated eat-in kitchen with cherry cabinets & stainless steel appliances, the cozy dining room with French doors opening to an expansive screened porch. In summer, this 20' x 29' porch, becomes the prized outdoor-living space with wonderful views of the open meadows leading to the River and Bay. The formal front foyer with ample coat closet, leads to a gracious living room with gas fireplace insert which is ideal for taking the chill off on cool evenings! Rounding out the first level is a full bath with laundry and 2 bedrooms, one with an over-sized walk-in closet! In addition to the central hot water baseboard, energy-efficient heat pumps have been installed for both heating/cooling & hot water-- predominantly powered by a roof-mounted solar array. The 2nd floor staircase opens to a large library or den with built-ins that leads to a primary bedroom with full bath, combine the 2 rooms into the perfect guest suite. Bring your design ideas! The finished daylight basement with backyard walk-out access, boasts a generous family room with fireplace & built-ins, full bath, 2nd laundry & potential mudroom or exercise room--it's presently used for grooming the owners' prized poodles. Bring your creativity! Attached 2 car garage has direct access plus a solid barn with multiple storage loft areas. Add a seasonal dock for your small boats & kayaks. After a day of fishing, birdwatching, and gardening, enjoy the sunsets on the porch. Just 2 miles drive to all conveniences of Damariscotta-a vibrant year-round community with an award-winning library, movie theater, marina, hospital and assorted restaurants, shops & galleries. Easy Rte.1 access to Camden, Bath & Portland Jetport.
