397 State Route 129South Bristol, ME 04573Price: $3,645,000

In a peaceful setting on the Damariscotta River in South Bristol, this exceptional waterfront property offers 5.7± acres, 422± feet of shorefront, and broad river views. Designed to be cherished for generations, the expansive custom-built residence is exceptionally well constructed, with fine finishes, elaborate woodwork and paneling, luxurious materials, and top-of-the-line systems throughout. Thoughtfully conceived and carefully built in collaboration with the owners and the area's top professionals, the house combines high-end craftsmanship with distinctive details, including five wood-burning fireplaces and a gourmet kitchen with butler's pantry. The versatile layout features three levels of living space, five bedrooms, six full baths, and two half baths, with elegant spaces designed for comfortable year-round use, from winter meals beside a roaring fire to summer evenings on the screened porch overlooking the pool. A bright, open main living room offers generous space for casual dining and two seating areas, along with two fireplaces, a wet bar, curved windows overlooking the property and water, and doors to the wraparound deck. The property also includes a two-car garage, professionally landscaped grounds with established gardens, stone paths, a heated swimming pool, and a dock with a ramp and float providing access to the protected waters of the Damariscotta River. The town of Damariscotta, with its broader amenities, is just a short drive away.