16 Townley DriveDamariscotta, ME 04543Price: $1,315,000

Privacy Plus! Nestled along the banks of the Great Salt Bay, this contemporary home enjoys a long private drive through hayfields and forest to the homestead clearing. For nature enthusiasts, the property lends itself well to recreational activities that include kayaking, swimming and fishing. The abutting property is a conservation preserve with public trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and sledding. The spacious layout maximizes the natural light with ample windows and views of the Bay from most every room. Enjoy the cool autumn nights beside the wood-burning fireplace with woodstove insert. The classic great room concept with cathedral ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors includes a spacious kitchen with breakfast bar that leads into the dining and living rooms. Enjoy gorgeous sunset vistas across the Bay from the backyard deck. The main level boasts a 1st floor bedroom complete with walk-in closet and full bathroom. The laundry & pantry room are located directly off the kitchen. The bright 2nd floor, with skylights, includes a primary bedroom ensuite with full bathroom & separate open den/office. Spacious 4-season sunroom with sliders, leads to a 2 car garage & entrance to spacious year-round, 1 bedroom apartment located above the garage with its own private entrance. Ideal for your summer house guests or for consistent rental income. The grounds embrace a natural landscaping complimented by perennial garden beds around the home. The location, off Belvedere Rd, with Route 1 nearby, is just 5 minutes from all conveniences of downtown Damariscotta. Enjoy 3 supermarkets, specialty markets, bakeries, restaurants, galleries, our award-winning Skidompha Library, LincolnHealth medical center, and year-round performances & films at both the Lincoln Theater & Heartwood Theater. The public boat launch & marina on Damariscotta River are 5 minutes away. Brunswick's Bowdoin College & Camden's Snowball are a 30-40 minutes drive. The Portland Jetport is 1 hour away.