111 E Main StreetVinalhaven, ME 04863Price: $289,000

Charming c.1900 island home offering year-round comfort and classic New England character just moments from the village center. The original white clapboard exterior, simple period details, and well-proportioned windows reflect the home's timeless coastal appeal, while recent improvements make it move-in ready for modern living. The house has a cheerful interior with bright, soothing colors and is ready to be enjoyed immediately. The updated kitchen is just off the entry/laundry room and has warm wood tones, freshly painted white wainscoting trim, and soft cream colored walls. It has plenty of storage and counter space, and dining options at the peninsula bar or in the cozy area near the pellet stove. The living room has wood floors and light colored walls, and connects with the kitchen via a wide doorway, creating somewhat of an open floor plan. The original staircase leads to two bedrooms and roomy full bath with tub/shower on the second level. Recent cosmetic updates include removal of carpeting and linoleum on the 2nd floor, painted pine flooring, as well as painted walls and trim throughout the house. A forced hot water furnace provides year-round warmth, and a pellet stove serves as a second heating option. Replacement thermo-pane windows on both levels, original granite foundation, and asphalt roof. Outside is a spacious two-sided deck ideal for grilling and warm weather enjoyment and a south facing yard ideal for gardening and outdoor activities. The antique one-story outbuilding needs some TLC, and could be a nice workshop, gardening shed, kids playhouse, or studio. The location is very convenient and within walking distance to the school, library, village shops, restaurants , and other community amenities. Whether you are looking for a year-round or second home opportunity, this sweet island classic will be sure to please. Come enjoy island living now!