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Last Sold Price
6 beds4,000 sqft$202/sqft
53 Coveside Rd, South Bristol, ME 04568
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.05 acresLot Size
1987Year Built
$202/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Large 5-6 BR Home on Rutherford Island near Christmas Cove in South Bristol. Overlooks the Cove and John's Bay! Over 4000 square feet of living space. Formerly a B&B with its spectacular views looking out to Pemaquid Point from the 4th floor lookout room.. Large open concept living room flows from the kitchen and dining area. There are a total of 6 bedrooms (5 with private bath that has a shower, jacuzzi tub, small refrigerator, microwave & TV. 1st floor laundry room. Large wrap around deck. Perennial...Large 5-6 BR Home on Rutherford Island near Christmas Cove in South Bristol. Overlooks the Cove and John's Bay! Over 4000 square feet of living space. Formerly a B&B with its spectacular views looking out to Pemaquid Point from the 4th floor lookout room.. Large open concept living room flows from the kitchen and dining area. There are a total of 6 bedrooms (5 with private bath that has a shower, jacuzzi tub, small refrigerator, microwave & TV. 1st floor laundry room. Large wrap around deck. Perennial gardens and rose bushes! There is a 4 car garage with workshop areas. Walk to the Coveside Restaurant/Marina.
  • Listed by: Wayne Farrin 207.563.2750 WayneFarrin@gmail.com • Peninsula Properties
Listing closed: 02/28/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1553335

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 53 Coveside Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,166 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Style: Bed & Breakfast, Contemporary
  • View: Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Features: Nearby
  • Zoning: Rural
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Lot Size: 1.05 AC / 45,738 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Near Public Beach, Rural
  • Page: 261
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: Proceed from Damariscotta 3 miles south on Route130/129 and turn right onto Route 129. Go ten miles into South Bristol village and cross bridge onto Rutherford's Island. Go 3/4 mile take a right onto the Coveside Rd. Home is 1/4 mile on right. See sign.
  • Latitude: 43.852003
  • Longitude: -$69.56
  • Water Body Type: Bay, Ocean
  • Water Body Name: John's Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: SOUL-000011-000000-000040-B000000
  • Tax Lot: 40-B
  • Tax Book Number: 4715
  • Tax Map Number: 11
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,166.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Reclaimed, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Underground, Basement
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car, Auto Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Underground, Basement
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
School Information
  • High School District: AOS 93
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Near Public Beach, Rural, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.05
  • Lot Size Area: 1.05
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 45738.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Source of Square Footage: Estimate
  • Roads: Paved, Public, Right of Way
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4000.0
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 4000.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Personal Rep
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1987
Building Features
  • Levels: One
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Fiber Cement
  • Color: Light Blue
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $216.25
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Propane
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Water Heater: Gas, Tank
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Fiber Cement
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Reclaimed
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, Pantry
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Appliances Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Fireplaces Total: 8
  • Laundry Features: Utility Sink
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 2
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 3
  • # Half Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 13
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, Pantry
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet, Heat Stove, Full Bath, Jetted Tub
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Balcony/Deck, Closet, Heat Stove, Full Bath, Jetted Tub
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Gas Fireplace, Skylight, Closet, Full Bath, Jetted Tub
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 4: Heat Stove, Half Bath
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 5: Heat Stove, Full Bath, Jetted Tub
Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom 6: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom 6 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 6: Heat Stove, Full Bath, Jetted Tub
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Gas Fireplace, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Dining Area
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Skylight, Island, Pantry
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica, Other
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Utility Sink
Library
  • Library: Library
  • Library Level: Second
  • Library Amenities: Built-Ins
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Gas Fireplace, Formal
Loft
  • Loft: Loft
  • Loft Amenities: Ladder, Stairway
Mud Room
  • Mud Room: Mud Room
  • Mud Room Level: First
  • Mud Room Amenities: Closet
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
Tenant Information
  • Business Type: Bed & Breakfast

Property History for 53 Coveside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 28, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1553335

$808,000
Jan 27, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1553335

Mar 3, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1553335

$885,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/28/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1553335

$808,000
01/27/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1553335

03/03/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1553335

$885,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 53 Coveside Road

Taxable ValueLand$332,200Additions$701,600Total$1,033,800
Tax Record2025$5,738 ($478 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size45,738 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyLINCOLNAPNSOUL M:11 L:40-B

Schools near 53 Coveside Road

This home is within South Bristol Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
South Bristol Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

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This home: 53 Coveside Road, South Bristol, ME 04568
$808,000
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43,995
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