Waterfront
Address
10 South Arm Road, Andover, ME
Price
$ 1,620,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1632191
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOxford
- CityAndover
- Zip04226
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1791
- Taxes$ 11647
- Price$ 1,620,000
- Bedrooms20
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage9000
- Lot Size126 Acres
Data Source:
Maine Listings (MREIS)
Property Description
Once in a lifetime a commercial property becomes available that is steeped in American history while retaining its timeless elegance, offering a compelling business opportunity in a unique mountain and riverfront setting. This is that property. The Merrill House is a vast Gilded Age country estate with a storied past, on 126 acres in the beautiful mountains of Western Maine. In the early 1900s, Henry Varnum Poor (founder of Standard & Poor's, later the S&P 500) carried out the final expansion, with contributions from influential architects Stanford White and Frederick Law Olmstead. It has been home to 8 generations of the same family, the setting for a major motion picture, and a profitable retreat, event, and vacation rental venue. The property offers extensive manicured lawns, gardens, trails, and magnificent views. The main home boasts 16 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a stately dining room, and an impressive Great Hall for which photos do not do justice. There are also income-producing caretaker's cottage and barns, and generous garage and workshop space. Originally homesteaded in 1791, the Merrill House is poised for its next owner to carry on its legacy, own a piece of American history, and operate a successful business in a setting like no other. Perhaps a retreat center, outdoor adventure base, or wedding venue. The property is partially heated, supporting three-season occupancy of up to 32 overnight guests, and four season for up to 12 overnight with 6 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, study, & Great Hall, with 200-amp electrical service and updated plumbing. Merrill House is surrounded by four-season outdoor recreation. Bethel, ME is about 30 minutes away, as are the Sunday River and Black Mountain ski areas. The Appalachian Trail is about 12 minutes away, and numerous walking, biking, ski, and motorsports trails right out the door. Rangeley, ME is about 1 hour away and Portland International Jetport and North Conway, NH are about 90 minutes away.
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer,Septic Design Available |
|---|---|
| Zoning | Mixed |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| County | Oxford |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Status | Active |
| City | Andover |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5488560 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 11647.88 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 19 |
| View | Fields,Mountain(s),Scenic,Trees/Woods |
| Body of Water | Ellis River |
| Heating | Electric,Oil,Wood,Baseboard,Hot Water,Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Roof | Composition |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1791 |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Total Rooms | 31 |
| Full Baths | 5 |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator |
| Other Structures | Outbuilding,Shed(s),Barn(s) |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 7 |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Basement | Interior Entry,Brick/Mortar |
| Flooring | Vinyl,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 14 |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 9000 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Total Bedrooms | 20 |
| Interior Amenities | 1st Floor Bedroom,Attic,Bathtub |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Gravel,21+ Spaces |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Rural,Open Lot,Pasture,Rolling Slope,Landscaped,Wooded |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 126 |
| Lot Size Acres | 126 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Building Area Total | 9000 |
| Foundation Details | Block,Granite,Poured Concrete,Brick/Mortar |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 04226
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