2172 State Route 129, South Bristol, ME 04568

Located on desirable Rutherford Island accessible via year-round swing bridge, the iconic South Bristol "School House" is nicely sited on a knoll surrounded by water views and walking distance to unlimited recreational opportunities in majestic Christmas Cove, "The Gut" waterway and nearby town landing. Serving as the town school until the 1960s, the historically significant building has since been converted to a stylish open-concept 3,600 SF residence featuring 12' ceilings, modern chef's kitchen, walk-in pantry, great room with pellet stove and large master-suite with office and laundry area. The second-floor space features a large 1,000 SF open space family room with two guest bedrooms, kitchenette, a half bathroom and a full bathroom. A spiral staircase leads to a walk-up attic with belfry and working school bell. A separate private entrance would provide easy access to a lovely and sought-after vacation rental. Buy your fresh lobster and oysters only a short stroll from the front door. The town landing is located a few minutes' walk from the property and two nearby marinas will provide Sailors, boaters and paddlers with access to renowned cruising grounds and onto open ocean. Nearby boating excursion opportunities include Boothbay & Boothbay Harbor, Southport, Pemaquid Point, and Popham Beach. The annual fee for a town mooring is $20. Other special touches and charming features of the property include historical school house photographs and a school desk. The belfry area with working school house bell provides unmatched views of Christmas Cove. The open and flexible interior spaces on the second floor of the residence in particular offer many options. A pellet stove in the great room, new roof, full house automatic generator, two-car garage with heated workshop, high efficiency Italian boiler, security system, and outdoor lighting with sensor make this a comfortable and low-maintenance residence. The School House would make an outstanding rental property for an investor and would also make an excellent vacation home or primary residence with unlimited potential to be adapted to the specific goals of the future owner interested in living in this inspiring and unique residence.