MERRILL HOUSE ESTATE FOR SALE - enchanting and expansive Early $1,750,000

River Home Off Market

MERRILL HOUSE ESTATE FOR SALE - enchanting and expansive Early American river-front estate in Andover, Maine, originally homesteaded in 1791. Profitably operating as an event venue and vacation home. Lucrative solar ground-lease option. Seeking buyer(s) with a passion for the outdoors, who are looking for historic property for events, retreats, hospitality, historical development, or a grand vacation experience. Architectural contributions from Stanford White and Frederick Law Olmsted. 9600sf 16-bedroom main house, 2500sf 4-bedroom guest/caretaker cottage, 2000sf workshop & 6000sf barn and outbuildings. 126 acres includes private, spring-fed swimming pond with beach, .6-mile riverfront, woodlot, pristine pastures, manicured lawns, gardens and walk paths, dramatic monument stones, stone walls and gates, Mahoosuc mountain vistas. Approach through stone gates and a long, winding driveway. Enter through massive doorway into the expansive Great Hall, 30'x60' and 30' cathedral ceiling, featuring 12' wide showcase fireplace and hearth, 20' tall picture window, and dramatic decorations and furnishings. Enjoy the porches and parlors, a formal dining room that seats 25 or more, 14 fireplaces, 16 bedrooms, 6+ baths, and 2 full kitchens. Contents of the main house are included. Street access on 3 sides with 3-phase electrical service. Half-hour to Sunday River. Many nearby skiing, golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, lake, and river adventures in Maine's western mountains and Rangeley Lakes region.