1 Shipley Road, South Bristol, ME 04568

Commanding a premier location in the most desirable Christmas Cove neighborhood on Rutherford Island. This beautifully renovated historic residence is an elegant, light filled home with spectacular views of the Damariscotta River, Inner Heron Island, the Ram Island Lighthouse and beyond to the Atlantic Ocean. Perched on a prominent hillside with 2.13+ private acres, this home was creatively reimagined by the current owners and is now an exceptional year-round, five-bedroom residence with comfortable and elegant living spaces that highlight original period details. The house's unique tower offers spectacular panoramic views of the water and surrounding landscape. The expertly designed grounds are well attended offering a beautiful front lawn, flowering perennial gardens, stone walls, an exquisite bluestone terrace with an outdoor fireplace overlooking dramatic views of the water. Centrally located to all the activities in Christmas Cove, the property is across the road from Sand Cove Beach and an easy walk to all the amenities of the Christmas Cove Improvement Association. Absolutely no drive-bys or walk-bys. Property is under video surveillance.