256 Watson Pond Road
Rome, ME 04963
$839,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,600 Sq. Ft.
$233 / Sq. Ft.
3,600
Sq. Ft.
$233
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
Embrace unmatched privacy and natural beauty with this custom-built property on 6 acres in Rome, Maine within the picturesque Belgrade Lakes Region. Nestled on the south side of French's Mountain, this unique setting offers abundant wildlife, stunning sunrises, and sunsets. Arrive via the gated, 800-foot tear dropped turn around winding driveway to discover a terraced landscape enhanced by elegant stone walls. Meticulously designed gardens, featuring stone walls and raised planters created by Certified...Embrace unmatched privacy and natural beauty with this custom-built property on 6 acres in Rome, Maine within the picturesque Belgrade Lakes Region. Nestled on the south side of French's Mountain, this unique setting offers abundant wildlife, stunning sunrises, and sunsets. Arrive via the gated, 800-foot tear dropped turn around winding driveway to discover a terraced landscape enhanced by elegant stone walls. Meticulously designed gardens, featuring stone walls and raised planters created by Certified Master Gardeners, provide breathtaking views of Vienna Mountain and Round Top which are the highest peaks in Kennebec County. A wrap-around covered porch leads to a 28x36 carport. The interior boasts a post-and-beam design with open living and dining areas, coastal Maine hardwood maple floors and an arched entrance leading to a spacious kitchen and bar area with Venetian plaster walls. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a large walk-in closet and additional space to relax. One of the guest rooms features a cozy private deck and walk-in close as well. A private office in the full basement along with high-speed internet ensures convenient remote work. Outdoor amenities include seating areas, pathways, perennial gardens, ornamental trees and shrubs, patios, and an outdoor bar with a Vermont Cottage stone fireplace and wall. Ideal for weddings, camping, or even large events, this property offers abundant, ample parking to accommodate all venues. Abutting the Kennebec Highlands, the home is adjacent to and across from the 6,800 acre preserve that provides extensive recreational opportunities within the pristine streams, wetlands, and five undeveloped ponds. Just minutes from Belgrade Lakes Village with boating, swimming, hiking, skiing and much more! This property comes with most furnishings included and is move-in ready. Don't miss this exceptional retreat!
- Listed by Spencer Wood • United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine • 207-794-6164
Property Details for 256 Watson Pond Road
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleOther Style
Garage Spaces.00
GarageNo
ZoningResidential
ViewMountain(s), Scenic, Trees/Woods
LISTING UPDATED: 09/13/2024 09:37 AM
Property Details for 256 Watson Pond Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1598875 |
| Days on Market | 138 |
| Taxes | $1,234 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1984 |
| Lot Size | 6.00 AC / 261,360 SF |
| County | Kennebec County |
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Building Information for 256 Watson Pond Road
Stories-Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size6.00 AC / 261,360 SF
Property Information for 256 Watson Pond Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 3624
- Town: Rome
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04963
- County: Kennebec
- Geo Latitude: 44.566711
- Geo Longitude: -69.921353
- Tax Lot: 14
- Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Site:Wooded: Yes
- Location:Abuts Conservation: Yes
- Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Near Town: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
- Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
- Recreational Water:Lake/Fresh Water: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: Gravel, On Site, Carport
- Attached Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 6657
- Tax Map Number: 3
- Tax Year: 2024
- Parcel Number: ROME-000003-000000-000014
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,234.05
- Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
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- Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=6u3aFPmUM6n&mls=1
Property
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 600.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3000.0
- Lot Size Acres: 6.0
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 3600.0
- Lot Size Area: 6.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 261360.0
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 256
- Property Information:Surveyed: No
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 11.00
- Property Information:Acreage Other Source: Seller
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Wood
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Seller
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Gravel: Yes
Property and Assessments
- Documents Available: Property Disclosure Public Access, Deed Public Access
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Seller
- Year Built: 1984
Utilities
- Electric: True
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Existing on Site
- Water Source: Private, Well
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Post & Beam, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:4+ Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Carport: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
- Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- Heating: Other, Multi-Zones, Heat Pump, Baseboard
- Room Total: 11
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Room 4
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
Room 5
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: Basement
Room 6
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 9
- Room Type: Laundry Room
- Room Level: Basement
Room 10
- Room Type: Loft
- Room Level: Third
Room 11
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: First
Property History for 256 Watson Pond Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 256 Watson Pond Road
Taxable ValueLand$33,500Additions$96,500Total$130,000
Tax Record2023$1,521 ($127 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size261,360 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyKENNEBECAPNROME M:03 L:014
Schools near 256 Watson Pond Road
This home is within Regional School Unit 18.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 4 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
China Primary School PublicPK to 4 | ||
Belgrade Central School PublicPK to 5 | ||
China Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
Messalonskee Middle School Public6 to 8 |
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