62 High Winds Drive, Yarmouth, Maine

Description

Inspired by the classic turn-of-the-century coastal estates, complete with all the luxuries and conveniences of today's lifestyle—in a natural setting of timeless beauty.

All homes are built to last—but some homes are built to last for generations.

62 High Winds Drive speaks to what a home can be when no detail is too small to be considered, elevated and treasured. From the vintage glass doorknobs to the exquisite millwork, this is a home built with extraordinary care, craftsmanship and an impeccable eye for design. Just like the turn-of-the-century seaside retreats that inspired it, 62 High Winds Drive is meant to entertain guests in high style while remaining a personal and private sanctuary for your family and friends. Few homes from Maine's past or present can offer so much.

62 High Winds Drive is a home equal to its stunning location. The 1.81 acre lot extends into the woods, and offers glimpses of sparkling Broad Cove. The property includes a deeded right of way to the water and access to the homeowner's association's many trails, fresh water pond and ocean dock, where motorized boats are restricted to preserve the natural serenity and protect the abundant wildlife. Bring your kayaks, canoes, sailboats and fishing poles and spend many happy hours on the water. Back at home, the expansive lawn is ideal for croquet, badminton, bocce or touch football—while the woods are the perfect place to build fairy houses or forts. The gorgeously hardscaped stone patio in the backyard will host cookouts, leisurely Sunday brunches or formal dinner parties with ease.

Nestled in this stunning setting and a gem in this prestigious neighborhood, 62 High Winds Drive's shingle style Colonial architecture blends beautifully with the landscaped grounds. The gracious front entrance is framed by a profusion of springtime blossoms and a long, welcoming farmer's porch, the perfect place to rock or swing away a sultry summer's afternoon.

From the moment you step inside you are transported to the craftsmanship and quality of a distant era. Red birch floors throughout, beadboard and coffered ceilings, high wainscoting, solid and decorative moldings, period light fixtures, doors with heft and presence, banks of divided light windows filling rooms with sunlit brilliance ... and transom windows drawing your eye from room to beautiful room. Yet the floor plan is a savvy marvel of space and convenience, letting rooms breathe and facilitating contemporary family life, and casual and formal entertaining.

The chef's kitchen iwas designed to pay homage to turn-of-the-century style while allowing ample space for the modern family. The crisp white custom cabinetry is a smart contrast with the rich walnut and maple island and the professional grade stainless steel appliances. The casual or committed cook will be thrilled with a 48" Blue Star range, two Shaws Original farmer sinks, Meile dishwasher, Vermont marble countertops and much more. The generous pantry is even set behind a charming screen door. This is a kitchen not only to be admired, but to be used, so let the kids assemble their own pizzas or your dinner guests toss the salad.

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and opens to the inviting dining area, which opens to the back patio through French doors; to the comfortable family/great room with its cast iron gas stove and media built-ins; and to one of the most breathtaking spots in the home—the sunroom. The sunroom's seaglass palette of pale blues and natural woods, coffered ceiling and walls of windows bring the outdoors in to be enjoyed in all seasons. The living room is centered around a magnificent Maine granite fireplace, and the main staircase (one of two in the home) makes a bold architectural statement with its custom newel posts and woodwork.

Upstairs, the bedrooms provide storage, style and privacy. Ample closets, spacious window seats, wide windows and more will make these rooms personal sanctuaries. None more so than the master bedroom suite, which manages to be both spacious and intimate. His-and-hers sinks, a tiled shower with Grohe fixtures, a towel warmer and a clawfoot tub surrounded by plantation-shuttered windows combine spa-like comfort with traditional Maine style. The fourth bedroom with ensuite 3/4 bath is the perfect guest suite, so invite friends and family for long stays.

The mudroom with its built-in cubbies, stained glass accents and clever nooks will help you organize winter boots, sports gear and school bags with ease. The second staircase leads off the mudroom to the gameroom/playroom above the garage. This larger space could easily be converted to an in-law suite or a more formal home office, leaving the first floor office as a library, reading room or bedroom. The attached three-car garage provides plenty of space for personal and recreational vehicles.

In homage to its stunning location, 62 High Winds Drive incorporates numerous green building elements. It is oriented for passive solar heating and daylighting, and includes solar hot water, blown cellulose insulation, and a high efficiency heating and cooling system. Building materials and paints were chosen to ensure indoor air quality.

62 High Winds Drive is a home dreamed of, and designed for, a family eager to embrace the Maine coastal lifestyle. A family appreciative of historic detail and modern design, but with their own distinctive style. A family hoping to live in and love this home and its location for generations to come.

Offered at $1.35 million