134 Falls RoadBenton, ME 04901Price: $120,000

Step into history with this magnificent 1840 home, where timeless charm and original craftsmanship await your restoration touch. With original woodwork, flooring, and mantels, every corner whispers tales of bygone eras, inviting you to be a part of its storied past. Set on a serene .28-acre lot with two driveways and ample frontage on Falls Road, this property is perfectly situated just 15 minutes from Waterville's amenities and under an hour from live theater, prime skiing, golfing, mountain hiking, fishing, and the stunning Maine coastline. This grand former boarding home boasts 18 spacious rooms, offering endless possibilities for an at-home business, rental income, or simply a sprawling family residence. The 20'x25' detached garage with service pit adds to the practicality, while the abundant closets, attic, and basement ensure you'll never run out of storage space. The first floor features seven rooms, including two porches, a main kitchen and scullery kitchen, a formal dining room, double parlor, and a den or bedroom, complemented by a grand central hall, a full bath, and a half bath. The second floor offers four spacious bedrooms, a three-season sleeping porch, attic storage, and a full bathroom with a large walk-in closet. The roomy third floor presents five more versatile rooms, perfect for bedrooms, a home library, playrooms, or a personal hobby area. Outside, mature maples provide shade and privacy, while lilacs and perennials burst with color, creating a picturesque setting. Recent updates include a private well and newer septic, new well pump, and updates to heating, wiring, and plumbing. This home is a fixer-upper's dream, needing some TLC to fully restore its former glory. Imagine the stories these walls could tell—of family gatherings, grand entertaining, and lives well-lived. Don't miss this opportunity to become the next guardian of this incredible historic home. Survey & septic design available upon request.