188 Brave Boat Harbor Rd
Closed 7/16/20
Closed 7/16/20
Description
Welcome to Brave Boat Harbor! This magical Maine Cottage nestles atop a ledge, tucked into an oasis in nature in the desirable Kittery Point area known as the Brave Boat Headwaters. Built in 3 stages, this tiny cottage-turned-sprawling artist homestead offers eclectic design details such as restored antique leaded glass windows throughout, wide pine plank floors, exposed beams, 2 vaulted bedrooms, art studios on either end of the home with plumbing and separate entrances, an open concept dine-in...Welcome to Brave Boat Harbor! This magical Maine Cottage nestles atop a ledge, tucked into an oasis in nature in the desirable Kittery Point area known as the Brave Boat Headwaters. Built in 3 stages, this tiny cottage-turned-sprawling artist homestead offers eclectic design details such as restored antique leaded glass windows throughout, wide pine plank floors, exposed beams, 2 vaulted bedrooms, art studios on either end of the home with plumbing and separate entrances, an open concept dine-in kitchen with a deck to the back yard, 2 cozy family rooms with working wood stove and gas wood stove, and a spectacular screen porch designed by McHenry Architects overlooking gardens and mature landscaping. There is option for one-floor living or potential in-law set-up. Set off the main road, this home offers plenty of privacy in the heart of the headwaters. Across the street you'll find the Brave Boat Harbor Headwaters trailhead. Within a stones throw are Seapoint and Crescent Beaches, the Rachel Carson Nature Preserve and trails, Chauncey Creek, Fort Foster and golf, tennis, shops, restaurants, the town pier, several boat launches and the white sandy beaches in York. You'll feel miles away from it all within just minutes of downtown Kittery Foreside and Portsmouth, NH. Just one hour to Boston or Portland. This is the year-round Maine Retreat you've been pining for! Scheduled Virtual Tours and online 3D Tour available. COVID-19 Protocol - Gloves and Masks required for all showings.
- Listed by Alicia Goodwin • Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains RealtyP: (603)-610-8500 ndickey@kw.com
Property Details for 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
Architectural Style
Cottage, Colonial
StyleColonial, Cottage
ViewScenic, Trees/Woods
Has WaterfrontNo
ZoningR-RL
LISTING CLOSED: 07/16/2020 12:00 AM
Property Details for 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1456934 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Taxes | $5,124 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| Lot Size | 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF |
| County | York County |
Location
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Sold By Bean Group
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Building Information for 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
Stories-Year Built1980Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
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$3,168 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$2,741
Property Taxes
$427
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Water View: No
- Location: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Rural
- Page: 272
- Directions: From Kittery, take Route 103 approx. 5 miles through Scenic Kittery Point. House will be on your right across from the parking area for the Brave Boat Harbor Headwaters Trail Head. First Driveway before Salt Marsh Lane. House set back from road.
- Latitude: 43.108197
- Longitude: -70.67234
Taxes and HOA
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: KITT-000069-000000-000014-D000000
- Tax Lot: 14D
- Tax Book Number: 3925
- Tax Map Number: 69
- Tax Year: 2019
- Tax Annual Amount: $5,124.30
Parking
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
- Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
- Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
- Has Attached Garage: No
- Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Rural
- Lot Size Acres: 1.0
- Lot Size Area: 1.0
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Roads: Paved, Public
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Site: Rolling/Sloping, Well Landscaped, Wooded
Property and Assessments
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2750.0
- Building Area Source: Seller
- Building Area Total: 2750.0
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Deed: All
- Surveyed: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Year Built: 1980
Building Features
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
- Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Color: Yellow
Financial Information
- List Price/SqFt: $194.55
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency: Dehumidifier
- Green Energy Efficient: Dehumidifier
Utilities
- Heat Fuel: Electric, Gas Bottled, Oil, Wood
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Bottled
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water Source: Well, Private
- Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Clapboard
- Roof: Shingle
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows
- Driveway: Gravel
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
Interior Features
- Amenities: Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - Hookup, One-Floor Living, Shower
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Laundry Features: Utility Sink, Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer Hookup
- # Full Baths Level 1: 1
- # Full Baths Level 2: 1
- Rooms Total: 8
- Basement: Interior, Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Bulkhead
- Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
- Has Fireplace: Yes
- Has Cooling: No
- Heating: Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Has Heating: Yes
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
- Interior Features: Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower
- Room Features: Closet, Dining Area, Heat Stove, Kitchen Island, Skylight, Utility Sink, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Room Information
Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 1 Level: Second
- Bedroom 1 Amenities: Skylight, Closet, Vaulted Ceiling
Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom Amenities 2: Skylight, Closet, Vaulted Ceiling
Bonus Room
- Bonus Room: Bonus Room
- Bonus Room Level: First
- Bonus Room Amenities: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling
Den
- Den: Den
- Den Level: First
- Den Amenities: Skylight, Heat Stove, Vaulted Ceiling
Dining Room
- Dining Room: Dining Room
- Dining Room Level: First
- Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area
Kitchen
- Kitchen: Kitchen
- Kitchen Level: First
- Kitchen Amenities: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Island
- Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface
Laundry
- Laundry Room: Laundry
- Laundry Room Level: First
- Laundry Room Amenities: Utility Sink
Living Room
- Living Room: Living Room
- Living Room Level: First
- Living Room Amenities: Heat Stove
Office Room
- Office: Office
- Office Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
- Land Lease: No
Property History for 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2020 | Sold Maine Listings #1456934 | $550,000 | — |
| Jun 25, 2020 | Pending Maine Listings #1456934 | — | |
| Jun 18, 2020 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1456934 | $535,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2020 | Sold Maine Listings #1456934 | $550,000 |
| 06/25/2020 | Pending Maine Listings #1456934 | — |
| 06/18/2020 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1456934 | $535,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
Taxable ValueLand$237,000Additions$391,800Total$628,800
Tax Record2025$5,842 ($487 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,487 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,487 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980ZoningR-RLCountyYORKAPNKITT M:069 L:014-D
Schools near 188 Brave Boat Harbor Road
This home is within Kittery Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 3 | |||
| Public - | 4 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Horace Mitchell Primary School PublicPK to 3 | ||
Shapleigh School Public4 to 8 | ||
Robert W Traip Academy Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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