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

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.

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More Information MLS# 1264172

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Book: 3358 Leased Land: No Page: 205 Map: 14 Lot: 82 Association: No Street #: 4 Street Name: River View Street Type: Avenue County: Sagadahoc Town: Phippsburg State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04562 Zoning: Shoreland Full Tax Amount $: 10406 Tax Year: 2015 Geo Lat: 43.749819 Geo Lon: -69.781587

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes Seasonal: No Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.97 # Rooms: 14 Total Baths: 6 Total Half Baths: 1 Color: White Road Frontage: No SqFt Finished Above Grade: 5167 SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0 SqFt Source: Seller # Bedrooms: 8 Total Full Baths: 5 Year Built: 1883 SqFt Finished Total: 5167 Source of Acreage: Survey

Site

Level: 1 Open: 1

Location

Near Public Beach: 1

Roads

Dead End: 1 Dirt: 1 Gravel: 1

Water Info

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

Source of Water Frontage

Seller: 1

Water Body Type

Ocean: 1 River: 1

Recreational Water

Boat Mooring: 1 Dock: 1 Oceanfront: 1

Construction

Wood Frame: 1

Other Structures

Outbuilding: 1 Shed(s): 1

Basement

Unfinished: 1

View

Scenic: 1

Foundation Materials

Poured Concrete: 1

Exterior

Clapboard: 1 Wood Siding: 1

Roof

Shingle: 1

Heat System

Radiant: 1

Appliances Included

Cooktop: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Gas Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1

Energy Efficiency

90% Efficient Furnace: 1 Insulated Foundation: 1 Recirculating Hot Water: 1

Heat Fuel

Propane: 1

Cooling

None: 1

Floors

Wood: 1

Parking

11 - 20 Spaces: 1 Off Street: 1

Style

Other: 1

Electric

Circuit Breakers: 1 Underground: 1

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: 1 Bedroom 1 Level: First

Utilities

Utilities On: No

Bedroom 1 Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling: 1

Gas

Bottled: 1

Sewer

Septic Tank: 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: 1 Bedroom 2 Level: First

Water

Well: 1

Bedroom Amenities 2

Vaulted Ceiling: 1

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3: 1 Bedroom 3 Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4: 1 Bedroom 4 Level: Second

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 5: 1 Bedroom 5 Level: Second

Driveway

Gravel: 1

Basement Entry

Interior: 1

Water Heater

Off Heating System: 1

Window Features

Storm Window(s): 1

Door Features

Storm Door(s): 1

Amenities

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

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: 1 Patio: 1

Equipment

Cable: 1 Internet Access Available: 1

Vehicle Storage

No Vehicle Storage: 1

Kitchen

Kitchen: 1 Kitchen Level: First

Kitchen Amenities

Island: 1

Laundry Room

Laundry: 1 Laundry Room Level: First

Laundry Room Amenities

Built-Ins: 1

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: 1 Primary Bedroom Level: Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Balcony/Deck: 1 Double Vanities: 1 Full Bath: 1 Soaking Tub: 1 Vaulted Ceiling: 1

Contract Information

Status: Closed Original List Price: 3495000 Sold Price: $3,500,000 Current Price: $3,500,000

Status Change Info

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

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

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

Documents

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