27 Church StreetGorham, ME 04038Sale Price: $690,000

Nestled in the heart of Gorham Village, step through the front door of this gracious Colonial and sense the home's rich history, while enjoying all the comforts of today. A splendid property offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and countless distinctive features that make it truly one-of-a-kind, you'll have easy access to USM, shops, restaurants, schools, and library, with Portland only a short drive away. The first floor is comprised of an entry foyer, light-filled living room with Rufus Porter-style mural, cozy family room with fireplace mantel and built-in bookcase, sunporch with stained glass transom windows and French pocket door, dining room with integral china cabinet, renovated kitchen with granite counters, oversized mudroom with laundry, front and back staircases, half bath, and a versatile space suited for use as a home office or exercise room. Up the lovely, turned wooden staircase, you'll find a spacious landing, an unusually stunning bay window with stained glass above and a large slate basin below-- the ideal spot for your indoor plants. The 4 corner bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned for privacy. One has its own en-suite bathroom and the others share a hall bathroom with cast iron tub/shower. A full, unfinished, walk-up attic and separate attic space over the ell provide ample storage or scope for additional living space in the future. The .47 acre property also provides a 2-car barn/garage with storage space above, mature landscaping with many perennials, a peaceful pergola covered with a canopy of Concord grapes, and a brand new perimeter fence around the back yard. Built on Main St in 1797, the house was expertly moved to Church St and placed on a new foundation in the 1960's, allowing it to stand the test of time. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Maine's rich past with this meticulously updated antique house, this is the one you've been waiting for. Come and see!