509 Main Street
East Machias
Active Residential Single Family Residence MLS# 1604599
  • 10Beds
  • 9Baths
  • 6,860SqFt
  • $950,000 Price
  • Type: Single Family Residence
  • 10 Beds
  • 9 Baths
  • 18 Rooms
  • Year Built: 1874
  • 6,860 SqFt
  • 3.46 Acres
  • View: Scenic, Trees/Woods
  • Waterbody: East Machias River
  • Waterbody Type: River

Unique opportunity to own a Bed & Breakfast in Downeast Maine near the East Machias River! Want a home big enough for all your family and friends? Dream of running your own business? This historic property could be kept as a commercial business, used as a single family private home, or both. The B&B earns 5-star ratings on TripAdvisor & was awarded the 2024 Traveler's Choice Award. The 3-story mansard roof Greek Revival home was built in 1874 & is on the National Historic Register. It was designed by James A. Tenney & is his only remaining mansard house in eastern Maine. Renovated 4 years prior to its opening as a B&B in July 2012, the owners preserved the original features: tin ceilings, marble fireplaces, maple floors, plaster medallions, crown molding, wood inlay floors, etc. On the grounds is a storage shed & a 589 sq ft building currently used as an antique/gift shop. On the 1st floor you will find a large kitchen that will meet your personal or business needs. It has a center Island, prep sink with dishwasher, quartz countertops, 5 burner gas stove, refrigerator, & storage galore. A huge 3 bay sink is located in the adjoining pantry. Other rooms on the 1st floor include: a bathroom, 2 dining rooms, a library, & a living room. On the 2nd floor you will find the laundry room & 5 spacious bedrooms each w/large closets & ensuite bathrooms. 2 sets of stairs & a separate entrance allow your patrons or family to come and go at their leisure. The 3rd floor, currently used as the owner's quarters, has 2 office spaces, a bedroom w/ a giant closet & a full bath across the hall. Attached to the back of the main house is the section of the home originally built in 1771. Accessible from the first floor this 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit has it's own separate outside entrance. Just minutes away from the spectacular views of the Bold Coast, Jasper Beach & steps away from the Downeast Sunrise Trail! You can learn more at The Talbot House Inn website.

  • Style Bed & Breakfast, Greek-Revival, Mansard, Multi-Level
  • Year Built 1874
  • Lot Size 3.46 acres
  • SQFT Finished Above Grade 6860
  • County Washington
  • City East Machias
  • Zone Residential
  • View Scenic, Trees/Woods
  • Location Historic District, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Neighborhood, Rural
  • School District East Machias Public Schools
  • Water Frontage No
  • Water Body Type River
  • Water Body Name East Machias River
  • Seasonal No
  • Full Tax Amount $5,196.00
  • Tax Year 2023
  • Association Fee $0.00
  • Rooms 18
  • Baths Total 9
  • Baths Full 9
  • Basement Full, Unfinished
  • Amenities 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Furniture Included, In-Law Apartment, Laundry - 2nd Floor, One-Floor Living, Pantry, Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Storage, Walk-in Closets
  • Accessibility 36 - 48 Inch Halls, Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Appliances Included Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Construction Wood Frame
  • Exterior Asphalt, Clapboard, Vinyl Siding
  • Color Gray
  • Basement Full, Unfinished
  • Roof Fiberglass, Other, Shingle
  • Floors Vinyl, Wood
  • Heat System Baseboard, Direct Vent Furnace, Forced Air
  • Heat Fuel Oil,Propane
  • Gas No Gas
  • Water Heater Tank
  • Electric Circuit Breakers
  • Water Private, Well
  • Waste Water Disposal Quasi-Public, Septic Design Available
  • Driveway Gravel, Paved
  • Parking 11 - 20 Spaces
  • Roads Paved, Public
Listed By:
Elevate Maine Realty