$455,000

A historic house situated in the charming and friendly town of Richmond. A light-filled house with large entertainment spaces for gathering coupled with quiet rooms for offices or just reading a book. The first floor of the main house features a sitting room, living room, library (configured as a bedroom for summer rental), office, bedroom and two bathrooms. The second floor of the main house has a room with a balcony that contains a kitchenette and an adjoining sitting room, three additional rooms and a bathroom/laundry to complete the second floor. The wing consists of a grand kitchen/family room with pantry and laundry room opening out to a fenced yard. A two-car garage with storage space above sits at the end of a paved driveway. Enjoy the heat pump as it cools the first floor in the summer and heats it in the winter. Built by Zaccheus 'Tiger' Allen, a clipper ship Captain. Enjoy walking paths and a quick five-minute walk to the town center. Pass the library, restaurants, general store, ice cream shop, bakery, Pub, and other amenities as you walk through downtown towards the Kennebec River. The riverfront park features a boat launch; outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the proximity to the river, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, scenic walks along its banks or take a short paddle to Swan Island: a 2019-acre Wildlife Management and Recreational area. With its combination of peaceful surroundings, comfortable living spaces, and proximity to modern conveniences, this property offers a harmonious balance between serenity and convenience.