Transition to the tranquil elegance of this pristine early 1800's colonial sited on 525' of navigable waters of the Saco River. Hollis is an historic town and retreat from the bustle of Portland, only 30 minutes from the Jetport and Amtrak, it boasts a manicured golf course, upscale restaurant and pub, some of the finest examples of 18th and 19th century architecture, including the Kate Douglas Wiggins library, in Salmon Falls village close by.
Professionally restored and enhanced with today's conveniences, this elegant Federal has 6 working fireplaces, gleaming pine floors, new Stainless appliances, whimsical bathrooms, period woodwork. Noted artists have done stenciling and murals. There is a first floor bedroom with fireplace. Featured in many period magazines and on line antique home sites highlighting the attention to detail. The charm and comfort of this lovey gem welcomes family, friends and guests to walk the spacious 4+ acres, have tea in the patio garden, relax in the screened gazebo by the river, swim or boat from your dock on the peaceful Saco. Most recently owners have operated a reproduction furniture workshop. The solid and restored Barn is finished with heat, A/C with several showrooms to display their talents and to sell the marvelous treasures they have collected from times past. They envision many other possible uses for the grand old home, spacious barn and outbuildings. The inviting, rural location with the always present draw of The River will fulfill your dreams of and living in a pastoral Maine community. Perfect for someone who wants to work remotely.
If you love the the charm of the past but want the comfort and amenities of today, let us show you this very special property.
Active
$1,399,000
237 River Road, Hollis, ME 04042
4beds
4,400sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1816
4.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$318/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Whimsical bathroomsPatio gardenGleaming pine floorsNew stainless appliancesStenciling and muralsPeriod woodwork
- 49 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 01:03pm
Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1628417

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Formal, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Formal, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- Pellet Stove, Space Heater, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Interior,Brick/Mortar,Bulkhead,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,400
- Total interior livable area: 4,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,400
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Heated, Auto Door Opener, 11 - 20 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Body of water: Saco River
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 525,Waterfrontage Owned: 525
Lot
- Size: 4.3 Acres
- Features: Well Landscaped, Pasture/Field, Open Lot, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Barn(s)
- Parcel number: HLLSM2L55
- Zoning: RR3
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Granite, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1816
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water: Well, Private
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Hollis Center
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $318/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $337,510
- Annual tax amount: $5,063
- Date on market: 6/27/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
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