A Fabulous Country Estate...Peeks of Rock Harbor Creek...Expansive Grounds. A wonderful opportunity awaits the new buyer of this lovely antique home set on a large level lot in a great part of town. Built in 1830 and known as the Jabez Sparrow homestead this very special property has been lovingly cared for, tastefully updated & thoughtfully expanded by the current owners during their stewardship of this fine residence over the last 26 years. Recent additions include a beautiful sundrenched dining room with a wood burning fireplace and a bright and cheery sunroom to enjoy morning coffee or a good afternoon read! With a nod to French country decor, wide plank floors, a renovated kitchen & baths and historical charm and character...this home offers a perfect blend of yesterday and today. The primary bedroom is on the main level with an attached home office. The grounds are spectacular offering a great sunny deck, a huge fenced garden with shed, rolling lawns, a new small antiques barn, a large boat barn and a very big functional garage. The systems and roof are in great shape, natural gas heat and whole house generator. Room for a pool! Call today!
Sold
$1,049,000
188 Rock Harbor Road, Orleans, MA 02653
3beds
2,110sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1830
1.04 Acres lot
$1,072,900 Zestimate®
$497/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2025 at 11:31am
Listed by:
Lisa Adams 508-254-8001,
Orleans Village Properties, LLC,
Amber Dauphinais 508-360-3366,
Orleans Village Properties, LLC
Bought with:
Barbara P Garside, 9514815
Compass Massachusetts, LLC
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22405630

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Dining room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
Kitchen
- Features: Recessed Lighting, Pantry
Living room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer - Electric, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- HU Cable TV, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Mud Room
- Flooring: Other, Tile, Laminate, Wood, Vinyl
- Windows: Bay/Bow Windows
- Basement: Bulkhead Access,Full,Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,110
- Total interior livable area: 2,110 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Private Yard, Garden
Lot
- Size: 1.04 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 17951
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Greek Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Poured, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled, Actual
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1830
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orleans
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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