Welcome to this exceptional Belgrade Lakes Area Country Estate, where timeless New England character meets the privacy and beauty of 12 surveyed acres. Offering over 3,400 square feet of living space, this distinctive Cape combines historic craftsmanship with a versatile floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living, entertaining, and enjoying the outdoors. Rich in character, the home features beautiful wood floors, exposed beams, multiple gathering spaces, and a bright eat-in kitchen. The dramatic cathedral-ceiling family room is the centerpiece of the home, showcasing floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases, abundant natural light, and peaceful views of the surrounding landscape. With four bedrooms, two full baths, first-floor laundry, and a finished walkout lower level, the flexible layout easily accommodates guests, remote work, hobbies, or multi-generational living. Outside, the property offers a private retreat with beautifully landscaped grounds, mature trees, walking trails, an in-ground swimming pool, expansive deck, stone patio, and two detached outbuildings ideal for a workshop, studio, or additional storage. Located just minutes from East Pond's public boat launch and the Belgrade Lakes Region, you'll enjoy convenient access to boating, fishing, hiking, and year-round recreation while remaining within an easy drive of Waterville and Augusta.