luxury house for sale Newry, United States

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.

Welcome to an irreplaceable slice of Maineparadise. Perched directly on the water's edge, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom year-round residence offers a proximity to theshoreline that simply cannot be replicated under today's building code. Boasting an impressive 275 feet of private frontage on Twitchell Pond, the property sits down a paved driveway from a dead end road, offering unparalleled peace and privacy. Thanks to its coveted southwestern exposure, your evenings will be defined by brilliant, unobstructed sunsets painting the sky over the water. Inside, gorgeous water views greet you from every angle. The sunroom, wrapped in giant windows onthree sides and dramatically perched on the rocks over the pond, makes you feel as though you are floating on the water. The spacious, updated chef's kitchen features elegant granite countertops, a generous pantry, and an abundance of smart storage solutions. For outdoor enthusiasts, the property features a massive three-level detached garage with room for four cars and all the toys. The flexible, unfinished third-floor space offers incredible potential to betransformed into an art studio, a home office, or an accessory dwelling unit for guests or lucrative rental income (buyers to confirm options with the town). Perfectly positioned for year-round recreation, you are just 10 minutes from the family-friendly trails ofMt. Abram, 15 minutes to the shops and restaurants of Bethel, and a mere 20 minutes to the world-class skiing and golf at Sunday River. Whether you are seeking a premier four-season vacation destination or a tranquil primary residence, this property offers an exquisitely cared for home in a unique relationship to the water of one of Maine's most scenic ponds.