Sailor’s Valentine

Built in 1682, Sea Wynd thrills to a five-century romance with York Harbor.

BY COLIN W. SARGENT

Listed for $3.2M, the pre-Georgian harbor-front pocket mansion at 12 Barrell Lane Extension in York isn’t just the most adorable sea-captain’s house ever; it’s a space capsule through history.

Perched on a magical promontory along the York River, it was built 14 years a er the House of the Seven Gables, and almost sixty years before Boston merchant and Decla-

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ration of Independence signer John Hancock built his wharf 1200 yards upriver.

Listing agent Jennifer Walker invites you inside.

What’s it like to walk through a house in Maine built before the Salem witch trials?

JW: It’s actually amazing. You can see some of the ancient beams and timber looking up from the basement. Sea Wynd has huge, huge planks for ooring on both the rst and second oors. ey’re warped, but that makes you feel like you’re walking through history. My guess is they’re original—sixteen inches wide! Compare that with the seven inches you see today.

Sea Wynd predates the Lady Pepperrell House at Kittery Point by 80 years, though it conjures it like a miniature painting of a sweetheart that sailors would take to sea with them back in the day.

Correct. My understanding is that most ship captains built houses with wide front porches for departures and reunions with wives and children before and a er extended voyages.

What drama kings!

You’d see your dad or husband going into the blue for six months at a time. You just never knew if he’d ever come home.

How many bedrooms?

Six to eight, depending on how you count.

What can you see out the windows?

All the ships in the river. e harbor is on the other side. You see the Route 103 bridge, the sun glinting on the water. You can also see the ghost of an old footbridge where it touched the land once. Part of a railroad bridge.

Sea Wynd will outlast them all. Why did the sellers buy it originally? ey’re from midcoast Maine. ey grew up in Camden, le town, came back, had children, and were excited because it was a similar ship captain’s house to the one they had in Camden. ey run a Home Goods kind of store outside of Maine. ey currently live in Vermont.

A pocket mansion this sweet is also very dear. What’s the sellers’ line of work?

Obviously it’s not a tear-down. Some guy said, “You know, it’s going to take $1M to make this better.”

I said, “Really? I don’t think so.” ere are some great contractors in the York area who can make old houses seem new without ruining the historic charm.

I guess I don’t have to ask who the architect was, unless it’s Christopher Wren.

It was built before “architect” was even a job title [in the Colonies].

I can tell you, everything is plumb. Nothing is out of whack. Yes, it’s in good nick. ere are things you could do absolutely in this house.

But why? n

Located in one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Portland, 218 Washington offers the amenities and lifestyle people are looking for. Sited across from Loring Memorial Park, residents of 218 Washington will have some of the most spectacular views in all of Portland. The park itself, the city skyline, Back Cove and the western mountains are some of the scenes.

Located in one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Portland, 218 Washington offers the amenities and lifestyle people are looking for. Sited across from Loring Memorial Park, residents of 218 Washington will have some of the most spectacular views in all of Portland. The park itself, the city skyline, Back Cove and the western mountains are some of the scenes.

The residences will offer thoughtful floor plans, energy efficient systems and modern amenities. A spacious rooftop deck for all residents to enjoy will offer sweeping views. Climate conditioned parking in the lower level garage is included.

The residences will offer thoughtful floor plans, energy efficient systems and modern amenities. A spacious rooftop deck for all residents to enjoy will offer sweeping views. Climate conditioned parking in the lower level garage is included.

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31 Merrill Road, Freeport | Sold

$525,000 bunkhouse with perfect permits).

Fantastic home in great neighborhood. Large 2.54-acre wooded corner lot with much privacy. Freshly painted interior. Open living area with cathedral ceilings, kitchen with new granite counters. Lots of large windows with views of trees and nature. 16x16 private deck, Hardwood floors. Spacious and eficient three bedrooms including one with balcony overlooking living room. Primary bedroom with full bath and deck, ½ bath could be easily a full bath. Laundry and utility area with great ofice or exercise room on main level. Atached two car garage.

Wiscasset

Westport Island Newly Built

This well maintained 4-bedroom Colonial offers plenty of space for entertaining, working from home or just relaxing. A gourmet chef’s kitchen awaits along with private back deck and screened porch. Sits back from the road and shielded by trees this also offers a sense of privacy but just a short distance to all local amenities either by car or foot. House has large, finished breezeway connector to 2 car garage. Plenty of space for work and play.

Your very own Quintessential Midcoast Maine experience on an island close to Wiscasset, “the prettiest village in Maine,” with beautiful westerly views of the Back River and enchanting sunsets. This recently completed “Arched Cabin” with wrap around deck perfect for those summer evening gatherings is less than an hour to Portland jetport, 25 minutes to Brunswick’s Amtrak station, 45 minutes to the Camden area and 25 minutes to the Boothbay peninsula. Westport Island has it all!! A local potter, yoga studio, alpacas and a brewery with organic gardens not to mention the necessary lobster co-op and hiking trails on land preserves. Call Julie direct 207-208-9311. Price $399900.

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SUGARLOAF CONDO

Fall Line. 3 bd 2.5 baths. Fireplace.

Wonderful location with in walking distance to new Bucksaw Express Chair being installed on West Mountain Road or to the Snubber Trail. Perfect for a family or would make an ideal rental. Nordic skiing and mountain biking trails can also be accessed from here. Very quiet setting. This unit has new furnishings and will be included with the sale. $725.000

LOOKING FOR WATERFRONT? Here is one of our several waterfront listings. 4 bd 3 bath with ROW to water and near boat launch and public beach. $380,000.CSM has water front homes, camps and land in the beautiful western mtns of Maine. Spring Lake, Flagstaff Lake, Embden Pond and rivers and streams.

Beautiful western mountains of Maine. of fields and forest! Dead end road in Salem Township. Fish Hatchery Rd. Fireplace. 3 bed, 2 baths plus additional large sunroom. Garage and building/ workshop. Fruit trees and berry bushes. $395,000 www.Morton-Furbish.com

James L. Eastlack, Owner Broker 207-864-5777 or 207-670-5058 | JLEastlack@gmail.com

North Twin Island - Pond In The River

Escape to nature and a wonderful waterfront property on a great remote body of water. Off grid w/generator, year round building, detached garage, Ice fish, hunt, enjoy all

100 Proctor Rd - Shadow Pine, a one of a kind property with 48.32 acres, Saddleback Mtn Views, Rangeley Lake Views, 6 beds, 6 baths, 5+ car garages, addition

– A park like setting, extremely private location, 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 596 feet of waterfront, attached garage, detached garage, potential

A POND IN THE RIVER - North Twin Island, only 2 owners in almost 100yrs. Own your own PRIVATE ISLAND in an area that is world renown for its pristine waters and brook trout fshing. A short paddle to the Rapid River which ofers 3.2 miles of nearly continuous class III-IV rapids and some of the best fshing in the Northeast. This property refects on life from an era of hand-built excellence and summer long retreats. Accessible by gated road and boat or foat plane, the island ofers superb privacy. The shoreline of the entire river and pond is fully protected from development in perpetuity by a non-proft trust, Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust. The property ofers fve main buildings and two small outbuildings. The main house ofers 4 bedrooms and a large living area overlooking the pond with a freplace and wood burning stove.

SPRING LAKE – 6 Spring Lake Rd - Escape to nature and a wonderful waterfront property on a great remote body of water. Off grid w/generator, year round building, detached garage, Ice fish, hunt, enjoy all seasons! $495,000.

RANGELEY LAKE – Lakeside Marina & Convenience - Wonderful business opportuinty in downtown commercial zoning, convenience store, 25 boat slips, gas, boat rental business, great waterfront location! $965,000.

20 Vista Lane – RANGELEY LAKE – A rare offering, the Buena Vista Estate on 567 feet of deep water frontage,53 private acres w/south facing exposure, total privacy, development potential. $2,650,000.

$1,900,000

Located close to the village with expansive southwest views of Rangeley Lake, 4 beds, 3.5 baths, very close to Saddleback Ski Area, snowmobile and ATV from your doorstep, heated garage! $639,000.

2582 Main St - Wonderful commercial business on Main Street w/ 105' on Rangeley Lake, Marina/ Convenience Store, 25+ Slips, Gas, Shop, Downtown Commercial Zoning, High Traffic Location, $965,000.

– A rare offering, 4 bed, 4.5 bath contemporary lakefront home w/beach, detached garage AND private island w/2 bedroom guest cottage, 3.56 Acres! $1,899,000.

277 Stephens Road – MOOSELOOK LAKE

Sandy Beach frontage, 4 bed, 3 bath home w/attached 3 car heated garage and detached 3 car garage w/large bonus room! $850,000.

RANGELEY LAKE VIEWS – 21 Pine Grove - 4 Beds, 3.5 Baths, Fully Furnished, SW facing views w/LOTS of sun, Snowmobile and ATV from your doorstep, Detached 32x32 garage fully heated, a must see! $639,000.

PROCTOR ROAD – Gorgeous VIEWS overlooking Rangeley Lake and Saddleback Ski Area, wonderful estate property located just outside the Rangeley village, 48.32 Acres,4 bed,4.5 bath home w/ guest quarters. $1,495,000.

Aimee Danforth 207-890-3744

MLS #1547561 Over 8.5 acres of undeveloped land ready for your next adventure! Easy road access, great swimming and boat access. Only 15 mi. north of Caribou, 20 min to Long Lake. $499,900.

Earl Bowen 207-670-8837

MLS #1526567 41 acres of land. A large parcel which has been in tree growth since 1994. Build your home or camp and enjoy the peacefulness of no neighbors. Hike, hunt, ATV on your property. $230,000.

Wendy Dodge 207-212-9979

MLS #1532036 Imagine your Rangeley area home, built where you experience waterfront tranquility on 500 feet of Long Pond Stream from this 6.2 acre parcel. Close to skiing and hiking. $240,000.

Brent Quimby 207-670-8293

MLS #1551671 Here is a unique opportunity to own a large view lot with deeded access to Mooselookmeguntic Lake. Includes use of the boat launch at Bermis Landing. Day use of common sandy beach area. $175,000.

Aimee Danforth 207-890-3744

MLS #1547971 A rare oppotunity to own an iconic destination well known across The County! The Long Lake Sporting Club with a half century of family owned operation is being sold absolutely turn key! $2,500,000.

Ginny Nuttall 207-557-4139

MLS # 1556591 Meticulously maintained home on desirable Mingo Loop Rd. Quiet country living with all the amenities close by. 3 BR/2BA. Oversized attached garage with large living space above. $489,000.

Aimee Danforth 207-890-3744

MLS #1555706 Fabulous home, close to all of the area amenities and a short walk or drive to the Village of Oquossoc. 3 BR/IBA home. Wood burning stove, full kitchen. $289,000

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Welcome to ‘Safe Harbor”, a private estate on 9.55 acres, situated on the shores of Penobscot Bay in Beautiful, Belfast. An extraordinary property, offering a parklike setting with manicured lawns cascading to the ocean and sandy beach, stretching across 620’ on the shore. This elegant home comes to you fully furnished, including the art, piano, Waterford; lawn tractors – this home is turn-key! Boasting custom interior design and décor, all timeless, sophisticated and elegant. Through the gated entrance, the approach is manicured, leading to the circular drive. The library features walls of built-ins with light filled space from the skylights. The living room overlooks the ocean with walls of glass. Formal dining room offers the same breathtaking views over the ocean. Casual dining opens to the water facing deck for outdoor entertaining. The kitchen is warmed with a gas fireplace stove. Jenn-Air 6 burner cooktop, wall ovens; pantry, and walls of cabinets atop granite counters. Den - place. Primary En-Suite features amaz features an intimate space with the fireing ocean views with a private deck to enjoy the sun glistening over the water. The Master bath features a tiled shower spa, soaking tub, dual vanities, water closet and storage. 2nd En-Suite is located on the 2nd floor; full bath & 2 additional bdrms with a shared full bath. 5th bedroom on 1st floor shares the guest, full bath. Walkout lower level invites you to billiards, relaxing, gaming and outdoor ocean side entertaining. 5,700 sq. ft. living space; 14 rooms, 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths. Located only 4 miles to downtown Belfast, 45 minutes to International Airport, 4-hour drive to Boston. Unique and rare offering in Mid Coast Maine on the Ocean, Exclusively Offered. Call us for your private viewing. MLS: 1551658 walk-in closet. 2nd Stairway leads to