Welcome to the Captain George T. Getchell House, a charming 1893 Victorian with modern touches situated in the center of desirable Bowdoinham village and mere blocks away from waterfront, gastropub and library.
Stained glass windows, rich carved wood and tin ceilings adorn an open layout well-suited to modern lifestyles. The 1.35 acre fenced grounds - visited by hummingbirds, woodpeckers and a host of songbirds - feature cool maple woods, large sunny yard with fire pit, greenhouse, native pollinator gardens edged with rock walls, fenced permaculture-method vegetable garden and 2-coop chicken area with fenced run. Two small post and beam outbuildings and a yurt invite many uses. A stone patio in the backyard is a perfect spot for Summer dining. Energy efficiency upgrades include 24 solar panels, heat pumps for year-round comfort and an on-demand, whole-house generator. The ample three-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, storage, work or art space with a heat pump, new windows, french door and a full, insulated room above - great for a gym! In the main house, a newly renovated kitchen with stainless steel island flows into a spacious room with wood stove, farmhouse dining table and seating area, which in turn connects to a cozy den. A versatile bonus room with cabinets is an ideal spot for crafts, hobbies or an additional kitchen area with its own wood stove. First floor full bath features convenient Jack and Jill doors. The beautiful woodlined 3-season garden-view room is a haven for relaxation. Upstairs are four ample bedrooms, a full bath with laundry and a small, three-season porch for plants. Walk-up attic and full insulated, unfinished basement. Step back in time with a harmonious blend of historic charm, modern updates and captivating outdoor spaces. 15 minute drive to Brunswick and 35 minutes to Portland. A Maine sanctuary in the heart of Bowdoinham. *NEW septic system installed Nov 2023.*
Closed
$533,460
61 Main Street, Bowdoinham, ME 04008
4beds
2,580sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
1.35 Acres Lot
$582,300 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$3,078 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 26, 2025 at 06:29pm
Listed by:
Balsam Realty
Bought with:
Portside Real Estate Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1566878

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Features: Heat Stove
- Level: First
Den
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Heat Stove
- Level: First
Mud room
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Stove, Heat Pump, Forced Air
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Attic, Storage
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Exterior Entry,Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,580
- Total interior livable area: 2,580 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,580
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Heated Garage, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.35 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Rolling Slope, Landscaped, Wooded, City Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: BOWNMU01L038
- Zoning: Village I
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bowdoinham
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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