4 River View Avenue, Phippsburg, ME 04562

$3,500,000

Aerial of Popham Beach Life Savings Station sited on 7 miles of sandy beach, 400' owned frontage.

Virtual Tour

https://youtu.be/wveddcuzkbu

Close up aerial of 5 buildings forming the courtyard and lawn/parking easement where games of croquet, volleyball and more can occur or use to park multiple cars when entertaining.

Original Life Savings Station 1873-1971 with dunes and European courtyard.

The compound with the islands in sight, and a vision of the endless possibilities which exist with this property.

The main house as seen through beach grass, and across the sand is an oasis of tranquility with scents of sea air, the gulls cry and the a view across the horizon that is unparalleled.

Bountiful and ever changing vistas including ships, sailing vessels, surfers, and also the spectacular sea birds.

The courtyard and the gardens have been carefully designed and created by LandCrafters. The effect is stunning.

Ever the sentinel the Popham Beach Life Saving Station main house retains all the character and aura it has had since it was commissioned in 1873 although now completely rebuilt with all the modern amenities one could wish for.

Miles of sandy beach lead to your doorstep , the dunes protect your privacy while still allowing for fantastic views.

The dining embodies the home's design--understated and casually elegant with views that go on forever.

A spectacular seating area in the living room sited behind the dunes and looking at miles of river views.

One of the seating areas in the spacious ( 50') living room.

Dining room opens to the chef's kitchen, and has plenty of space to entertain, and yet comfortable for everyday beachfront living.

Gourmet kitchen with Lacanche range, custom built cabinets and pot hanger, marble counter tops and stunning views and a door leading to the dunes--what could be better ?

Looking across the parlor into the entry and the simply elegant staircase.

First floor guest room off the entry and overlooking the gardens.

First floor guest room with views over the courtyard and the and dunes.

This lovely guest room overlooks the courtyard and is serene and quiet.

This south facing guest room overlooks the beach.

Private bath for south facing guest room.

One of the charming guest rooms on the second floor.

Sun filled master bedroom with stunning views filled with light, blue sky and moonlit nights.

Private deck off the master bedroom. The deck is tucked in behind the eaves offering privacy perfect for sunbathing.

Two bedroom guest cottage situated between the courtyard and the sand dunes.

Eastward view of guest cottage across the colorful gardens.

The lookout where you can see up or down the river for miles. A prime vantage point as this is where Coast Guardsmen watched for seafaring mariners and now you can.

View across the original boathouse to the water, renovated and ready to house boats, paddle boards and gear.

The studio building with endless possibilities, media room, game room, artist studio or fun bunk room for overflow guests.

Westward view of beach house and main house showing your path to the beach.

The ocean is your playground, and a constant source of ever changing scenery with 7 miles of sand, dunes, and tidal pools. Capture the memories.

Iconic property, a place to create a family legacy.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 5,167 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 42,253 Status: Closed

Current Price: $3,500,000 List Date: 5/19/2016 Last Modified: 10/05/2024

Overview

Description

Seize this once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy the unrivaled beachfront setting and the finest residence available on the coast of Maine. The iconic beachfront estate with a rich maritime history, meticulously restored & modernized into a luxury family compound is located on the dunes of Maine's renowned 7-mile Popham Beach. The eight bedroom residence pays homage to the rich history of the former Life-Saving Station while, incorporating the finest amenities, and modern building systems available.

Listing Details MLS# 1264172

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 4
Street Name: River View
Street Type: Avenue
County: Sagadahoc
Town: Phippsburg
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04562
Leased Land: No
Book: 3358
Page: 205
Map: 14
Lot: 82
Zoning: Shoreland
Association: No
Full Tax Amount $: 10406
Tax Year: 2015

Contract Information

Original List Price: 3495000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
# Rooms: 14
# Bedrooms: 8
Total Full Baths: 5
Total Half Baths: Yes
Total Baths: 6
Color: White
Year Built: 1883
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 5167
SqFt Finished Total: 5167
SqFt Source: Seller
Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.97
Source of Acreage: Survey
Road Frontage: No
SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2016-07-28
Closed Date: 2016-09-22
Closed Price: 3500000

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 400
Water Frontage Owned: 400
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Kennebec
Water Frontage Shared: 0

More Information

Utilities

Utilities On: No

Site

Level: Yes
Open: Yes

Location

Near Public Beach: Yes

Roads

Dead End: Yes
Dirt: Yes
Gravel: Yes

Source of Water Frontage

Seller: Yes

Water Body Type

Ocean: Yes
River: Yes

Recreational Water

Boat Mooring: Yes
Dock: Yes
Oceanfront: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Other Structures

Outbuilding: Yes
Shed(s): Yes

Basement

Unfinished: Yes

View

Scenic: Yes

Foundation Materials

Poured Concrete: Yes

Exterior

Clapboard: Yes
Wood Siding: Yes

Roof

Shingle: Yes

Heat System

Radiant: Yes

Appliances Included

Cooktop: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Energy Efficiency

90% Efficient Furnace: Yes
Insulated Foundation: Yes
Recirculating Hot Water: Yes

Heat Fuel

Propane: Yes

Cooling

None: Yes

Floors

Wood: Yes

Parking

11 - 20 Spaces: Yes
Off Street: Yes

Style

Other: Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers: Yes
Underground: Yes

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: Yes
Bedroom 1 Level: First

Bedroom 1 Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling: Yes

Gas

Bottled: Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank: Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 2 Level: First

Water

Well: Yes

Bedroom Amenities 2

Vaulted Ceiling: Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 3 Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4: Yes
Bedroom 4 Level: Second

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 5: Yes
Bedroom 5 Level: Second

Driveway

Gravel: Yes

Basement Entry

Interior: Yes

Water Heater

Off Heating System: Yes

Window Features

Storm Window(s): Yes

Door Features

Storm Door(s): Yes

Amenities

1st Floor Bedroom: Yes
Bathtub: Yes
Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
Primary Bedroom w/Bath: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: Yes
Patio: Yes

Equipment

Cable: Yes
Internet Access Available: Yes

Vehicle Storage

No Vehicle Storage: Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First

Kitchen Amenities

Island: Yes

Laundry Room

Laundry: Yes
Laundry Room Level: First

Laundry Room Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Balcony/Deck: Yes
Double Vanities: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Soaking Tub: Yes
Vaulted Ceiling: Yes

Property Features

Site: Level; Open Location: Near Public Beach Roads: Dead End; Dirt; Gravel Source of Water Frontage: Seller Water Body Type: Ocean; River Recreational Water: Boat Mooring; Dock; Oceanfront View: Scenic Appliances Included: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Style: Other Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Unfinished Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Shingle Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding Heat System: Radiant Heat Fuel: Propane Water Heater: Off Heating System Cooling: None Floors: Wood Window Features: Storm Window(s) Door Features: Storm Door(s) Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; Bathtub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Primary Bedroom w/Bath Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Equipment: Cable; Internet Access Available Energy Efficiency: 90% Efficient Furnace; Insulated Foundation; Recirculating Hot Water Driveway: Gravel Parking: 11 - 20 Spaces; Off Street Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Other Structures: Outbuilding; Shed(s) Electric: Circuit Breakers; Underground Gas: Bottled Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Bedroom 1	First
Bedroom 2	First
Bedroom 3	Second
Bedroom 4	Second
Bedroom 5	Second
Primary Bedroom	Second
Kitchen	First
Laundry	First

Documents

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IDX

Listing Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Selling Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Last Updated: October - 05 - 2024

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