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$3,285,000
80 Days On Site

17 French Lane
South Bristol, ME 04568

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
3,076
SqFt
$1,068
/SqFt
1920
Built
County:
Lincoln
Days online/new listing status provided by Showcase IDX.
Listing courtesy of of LandVest, Inc.
17 French Lane17 French Lane17 French Lane17 French Lane
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Located in the heart of Christmas Cove on Rutherford Island in South Bristol, 17 French Lane is a classic waterfront property with 1.14± acres, 170± feet of shorefront, and spectacular views over the Cove to the Damariscotta River. The year-round historic house is full of charm, thoughtfully updated, and exceptionally well maintained, with five comfortable bedrooms, bright and open living spaces, and lovely water views. The setting is both picturesque and inviting, with open lawn from which to enjoy activity in the harbor, mature trees that provide privacy, flowering shrubs, and stonework. A deep-water dock system and versatile outbuilding further enhance the property's appeal. Held by the same family for more than 60 years, the property represents a rare legacy offering with a combination of authentic coastal character and practical waterfront amenities in one of South Bristol's most coveted neighborhoods.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$3,285,000
Days On Site 
80 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,076 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
1.14 Acres
Year Built 
1920
MLS® Number 
1656626
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$6,767.12
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
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Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 weeks agoPrice changed to $3,285,000
4 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 months agoStatus changed to Active
3 months agoListing first seen on site
Price history, status history, and update history provided by Showcase IDX.
General Features
Acres 
1.14
Land Lease 
No
Parking 
OtherPaved
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Private SewerSeptic Tank
SqFt Above 
3076
SqFt Total 
3076
Style 
CottageNew Englander
Utilities 
Natural Gas Not Available
Water Source 
PrivateWell
Zoning 
Residential
Interior Features
Basement 
Interior EntryUnfinished
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
CarpetTileWood
Heating 
OilForced Air
Bedroom 1 
Level - First
Bedroom 2 
Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Level - Second
Dining Room 
Level - First
Kitchen 
Level - First
Living Room 
Level - First
Office 
Level - First
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
ClapboardFrame
Lot Features 
LandscapedLevelRolling SlopeOpen Lot
Other Structures 
Outbuilding
Road Frontage 
Private Road
Roof 
Shingle
View 
ScenicWater
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Ocean FrontWaterfront
Waterview 
ScenicWater
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