Every home tells a story--this one tells many. Built in 1876, as the summer residence of Massachusetts Governor and industrialist William Lewis Douglas, this remarkable estate is a true piece of Cape Cod history. Blending Queen Anne & Colonial Revival architecture, it captures the elegance of its era with soaring ceilings, gleaming fir hardwood floors, intricate woodwork, bay windows, custom made gas fireplace, columns, and a striking wraparound porch perfect for sea breezes and gatherings. Set on just over an acre above Monument Beach and Buzzards Bay, the property offers privacy, mature trees, and the possibility of enhanced views. The spacious 3,467 sq. ft. residence features 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, & expansive entertaining rooms where generations have hosted family celebrations, weddings, and clambakes. Easy access to the beach & convenient to Boston and Providence, the home offers both retreat & connection. Whether preserved in its historic grandeur or reimagined with modern luxuries, it remains what it has always been--a place to gather, celebrate, and dream. Rare offering to own an exceptional property!
Sold for $1,300,000 on 10/07/25
$1,300,000
20 Douglas Avenue, Monument Beach, MA 02553
6beds
3,467sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1876
1.14 Acres Lot
$1,308,600 Zestimate®
$375/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 07, 2025 at 02:18pm
Listed by:
Erin Cameron 774-313-0455,
William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services
Bought with:
Paul McCormick, 9554748
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22504058

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 2, Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 3, Closet
Bedroom 4
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Dining Room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl,Stove(s): Gas
- Features: Kitchen, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Gas,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Living Room
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Features
- HU Cable TV
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,467
- Total interior livable area: 3,467 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Shell
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
Lot
- Size: 1.14 Acres
- Features: Marina, Major Highway, House of Worship, Near Golf Course, Shopping, Wooded, Level, South of Route 28
Details
- Parcel number: 30.42760
- Zoning: 1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Approximate
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1876
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Pocasset
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
Sell for more
Get a Zillow Showcase℠ listing at no additional cost and you could sell for .
$1,308,600
2% more+$26,172
With Zillow Showcase(estimated)$1,334,772