Welcome to the Captain Richard Snow Handy Estate, Circa 1830. Classic sea side Colonial offers elegance on prestigious Oceanview Avenue steps to pristine Riley's Beach & Loop beach. Fondly known as the General Mather House, on the National Register of Historic Places. Rare legacy property being offered for the first time in nearly 90 years. Expansive rooms are designed for multi generational living for both family life and entertaining. Substantial addition was built to the rear in approximately 1917. On the second level you have plenty of room for guests with 5 bedrooms each offering easy access to 3 full baths. You'll love the original honey colored warm wide pine floors, custom paneling and the authentic 4 chimneys with 7 fireplaces, 3 are operational. Located on the first level where you will be relaxing with family and friends. Spacious kitchen w/ adjoining pantry & laundry room. Celebrating holidays will be special in the luxuriously large dining room, living room w/ built ins and parlor. Bonus family room with easy access to patio and screened porch for ocean breezes. Private 1/2 acre with rose Arbor, mature Holly and Linden trees. Buyer/agent to verify all information
For sale
$2,950,000
188 Ocean View Avenue, Cotuit, MA 02635
5beds
3,740sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1830
0.5 Acres Lot
$2,788,400 Zestimate®
$789/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Luxuriously large dining room
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 05, 2025 at 12:24pm
Listed by:
Adrienne G Siegel 508-775-8000,
Strawberry Hill R E
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22504970
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 2, Shared Full Bath, Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 3, Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 4, Closet, Private Full Bath
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared Full Bath
Dining room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Built-in Features, Dining Room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Countertop(s): Granite,Flooring: Vinyl,Stove(s): Electric
- Features: Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Built-in Features, Living Room
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink, Countertops, First Floor
Features
- HU Cable TV, Pantry, Linen Closet
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,740
- Total interior livable area: 3,740 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: First Floor
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened Porch
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Conservation Area, Near Golf Course, Marina, In Town Location, Wooded, Level, Cleared, South of Route 28
Details
- Parcel number: 033009001
- Zoning: RF
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt, Pitched
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled, Cer. Historic, Approximate
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1830
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cotuit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $789/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,169,200
- Annual tax amount: $18,564
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 72 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,788,400
$2.65M - $2.93M
$2,832/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000$789/sqft |
Source:  CCIMLS #22504970 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,113 +8.2% | $2,169,200 +2.1% |
| 2024 | $16,734 +17% | $2,123,600 +24.3% |
| 2023 | $14,297 +5.5% | $1,708,100 +30.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$17,633/mo
Principal & interest
$15027
Property taxes
$1573
Home insurance
$1033
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cotuit
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Barnstable United Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 4.4 mi
- 4/10Barnstable High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 6.8 mi
- 7/10West Villages Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Barnstable
Source: CCIMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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