278 Egypt RD Damariscotta, ME 04543

In the mid 1700s, settlers harvested wild hay for their cattle in the ''Back Meadow'' of eastern Damariscotta. Nestled between Pemaquid Lake and Muddy Pond, you will discover a collection of antique homes dating back to those early days. This home was built in 1872 by sea captain Samuel Morton, a charming 3 bedroom Cape on 3 acres of pristine gardens, lawn & woods; a thoughtfully maintained & updated property. Today, the property boasts a new roof, insulated basement, central vac system, stunning antique wood floors, gorgeous mature perennial gardens with stone walls, large garage and pottery/potting shed. Upon entering through the mudroom, you are greeted by the warmth of a traditional kitchen with exposed beams, wide horizontal wall panels below the windows, slate countertops & farm sink, open cupboards & closed cabinetry with unique architectural features reminiscent of nautical practicality. Beyond the kitchen, a formal dining room with recessed window panels, gleaming wide-board floors, & woodstove hook-up. In the newer addition, a fabulous great room with radiant floor heat, gas parlor stove, ample windows to both maximize passive solar and for enjoying those gentle summer breezes. For one-level living, the first floor sports a bedroom with exposed beams, dressing room and full bathroom. Finally, the laundry room and one-half bath complete the first-level floor plan. The 2nd floor includes 2 more bedrooms- one with cathedral ceilings, exposed beams and loft, Up the back staircase from the kitchen, you will find a den/office & exercise room. Located next door to the Doyle Preserve for hiking & nearby Pemaquid Lake & Biscay Pond for swimming, boating activities & winter ice-fishing. A short 5 minutes drive to downtown Damariscotta for a variety of stores & shops, restaurants, galleries, an award-winning library, town marina and LincolnHealth medical campus. Just 30-40 mins. to Bowdoin College, Camden Hills State Park & 60 mins to Portland JetPort. A true Gem!