MLS# 1659681 - 978 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay, ME 04537
Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Status:
Active
Property Type:
Single Family Residence
Year Built:
1797
Days On Website:
2
Property Details for 978 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay, ME 04537
Description
Discover a rare opportunity to own the beautifully restored Kenniston Hill House, an iconic Boothbay property where historic New England character and modern comfort come together seamlessly. Originally dating to 1797, this remarkable home has now been thoughtfully completed with extensive renovations and a full restoration that preserves its extraordinary craftsmanship while delivering the style and functionality today's buyers desire. Inside, period details including the impressive six-flue central chimney, exposed beams, built-ins, and wide pine character blend effortlessly with updated systems and refined finishes throughout. The newly completed kitchen and dining area offer a fresh, inviting atmosphere designed for gathering, featuring modern appointments and views overlooking the newly landscaped and private backyard setting. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the Boothbay Peninsula, the property places the new owner within close reach of the very best Midcoast Maine has to offer. Enjoy nearby hiking trails, kayaking adventures, boating, and waterfront exploration, along with the vibrant cultural energy of Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor, known for their celebrated restaurants, galleries, festivals, and year-round calendar of local events. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is just moments away, while one of Maine's premier golf clubs sits within walking distance of the property. Rich in history yet fully renewed for modern living, the Kenniston Hill House offers a truly distinctive lifestyle opportunity in one of Maine's most treasured coastal communities.
Open House
Features
Property Access
- Road Surface Type: "Paved"
Appliances & Equipment
- Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Microwave", "Electric Range", "Refrigerator"
Basement
- Basement: "Bulkhead", "Interior Entry", "Daylight", "Full"
Bathrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- 3 total bathrooms
Bedrooms
- 4 total bedrooms
Building
- Architectural Style: "Colonial"
- Building Area Source: Seller
- Building Area Total: 2,136
- Construction Materials: "Wood Frame", "Clapboard", "Wood Siding"
- Year Built: 1797
Cooling
- Cooling Included
- Cooling: "Heat Pump"
Exterior Features
- Other Equipment: "Cable"
- Patio And Porch Features: "Patio"
- Patio And Porch Features: "Patio"
Fence
- Fencing: "Fenced"
Fireplaces
- Building includes fireplace
- 6 total fireplaces
Floors
- Flooring: "Tile", "Hardwood"
Foundation
- Foundation Details: "Poured Concrete"
Water Features
- Waterfront Features: "Nearby", "Public"
Heating
- Heating: "Electric", "Wood", "Heat Pump", "Other", "Wood Stove"
- Heating Included
Interior Features
- Features: "1st Floor Bedroom", "Attic", "Bathtub", "Pantry", "Shower", "Storage", "Primary Bedroom w/Bath"
Laundry
- Features: "Washer Hookup"
Listing
- Listing Id: 1659681
- Mls Status: Active
- Modification Timestamp: 2026-05-28 15:48:35.43
- On Market Date: 2026-05-01
- Original List Price: $929,000
- Previous List Price: 929000
- Price Change Timestamp: 2026-05-28 15:45:09
- Standard Status: Active
- Status Change Timestamp: 2026-05-01 07:15:06
Location
- City: Boothbay
- State Or Province: ME
- County Or Parish: Lincoln
- Postal Code: 04537
Lot
- Features: "Historic District", "Intown", "Near Country Club", "Near Shopping", "Near Town", "Open Lot", "Other", "Rolling Slope", "Landscaped"
- 0.63 acres
- Area: 0.63
- 27,443 square feet
Parking
- Features: "Reclaimed", "5 - 10 Spaces", "On Site", "Off Street"
Property
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- View: "Scenic"
- Zoning: Village Center
Roof
- Roof: "Fiberglass", "Shingle"
Additional Rooms
- Rooms Total: 8
Sewer
- Sewer: "Public Sewer"
Taxes
- Annual Amount: $1,007
- Tax Lot: 001-B
Utilities
- Electric: "On Site", "Circuit Breakers", "Underground"
- Water Source: "Public"
Windows
- Features: "Double Pane Windows"
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$899,000 - 978 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay, ME 04537
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978 Wiscasset Road
Boothbay, ME 04537
City: Boothbay