237 River Road

Property Description

Transition to the tranquil elegance of this pristine early 1800’s colonial sited on 525’ of navigable waters of the Saco River. Hollis is an historic town and retreat from the bustle of Portland, only 30 minutes from the Jetport and Amtrak, it boasts a manicured golf course, upscale restaurant and pub, some of the finest examples of 18th and 19th century architecture, including the Kate Douglas Wiggins library, in Salmon Falls village close by. Professionally restored and enhanced with today’s conveniences, this elegant Federal has 6 working fireplaces, gleaming pine floors, new Stainless appliances, whimsical bathrooms, period woodwork. Noted artists have done stenciling and murals. There is a first floor bedroom with fireplace. Featured in many period magazines and on line antique home sites highlighting the attention to detail. The charm and comfort of this lovey gem welcomes family, friends and guests to walk the spacious 4+ acres, have tea in the patio garden, relax in the screened gazebo by the river, swim or boat from your dock on the peaceful Saco. Most recently owners have operated a reproduction furniture workshop. The solid and restored Barn is finished with heat, A/C with several showrooms to display their talents and to sell the marvelous treasures they have collected from times past. They envision many other possible uses for the grand old home, spacious barn and outbuildings. The inviting, rural location with the always present draw of The River will fulfill your dreams of and living in a pastoral Maine community. Perfect for someone who wants to work remotely.