- 10Beds
- 9Baths
- 6,860SqFt
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$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.
Listing Files
- 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