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Down Easter Inn

$1,575,000

220 Bristol Rd, Damariscotta, ME 04543

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Last Updated: 03/31/2025

10,314 sqft

Building Size

4.9109 acres

Lot Area

Details:
Building Size:    10,314 sqft
Lot Area:    4.9109 acres
Year Built:    1950
Floors:    1
Highlights:
  • Former 25 guest room inn redevelopment opportunity
  • Separate two-bedroom cottage
  • Several additional bedrooms in main house
  • 39+ acres with potential for additional apartments or residential units
Description:

Nestled on nearly 40 acres in the picturesque town of Damariscotta, Maine, this historic property offers a unique opportunity for redevelopment. With roots dating back centuries, this esteemed estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features a stunning Greek Revival facade that exudes timeless elegance.

The main house includes nine bedrooms (three with ensuite baths and several with fireplaces), a reception area, an impressive front porch, a dining room, a living room, and a kitchen. A 22-room guest wing, added in the 1980s, provides flexibility for conversion into apartments, assisted living units, or other creative uses. Adjacent to the main building, a two-bedroom cottage with its own living room, kitchen, and bathroom offers potential as a private residence or staff housing. A detached garage provides ample storage and could be repurposed as a workshop, fitness center, or studio space.

The expansive grounds are ideal for outdoor activities, community events, or further development. Located just a short drive from Pemaquid Beach, Boothbay Harbor, and other local attractions, this property offers convenient access to the best of Midcoast Maine.

With zoning changes allowing for creative redevelopment, this property presents a rare opportunity to transform a piece of Maine’s history into a residence, affordable housing, apartments, or possible assisted living facility.

Nestled on nearly 40 acres, the Down Easter Inn in the picturesque town of Damariscotta, Maine, is a charming retreat steeped in rich heritage. With roots dating back centuries, this esteemed establishment is listed on the National Register of Historic Places boasting a Greek Revival façade that exudes timeless elegance. Conveniently located just a short drive from Pemaquid Beach, Boothbay Harbor, and other local attractions, the Down Easter Inn presents a prime investment opportunity for Maine's thriving hospitality market.

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