10 South Arm RD Andover, ME 04226
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Key Details
Property Type Residential
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Square Footage 9,000 sqft
MLS Listing ID 1632191
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 20
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 9,000
Year Built 1791
Annual Tax Amount $11,647
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 126.000 Acres
Acres 126.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Land Area 9000
Property Description
In the early 1900s, Henry Varnum Poor (founder of Standard & Poor's, later the S&P 500) carried out the final expansion, with contributions from influential architects Stanford White and Frederick Law Olmstead. It has been home to 8 generations of the same family, the setting for a major motion picture, and a profitable retreat, event, and vacation rental venue.
The property offers extensive manicured lawns, gardens, trails, and magnificent views. The main home boasts 16 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a stately dining room, and an impressive Great Hall for which photos do not do justice. There are also income-producing caretaker's cottage and barns, and generous garage and workshop space.
Originally homesteaded in 1791, the Merrill House is poised for its next owner to carry on its legacy, own a piece of American history, and operate a successful business in a setting like no other. Perhaps a retreat center, outdoor adventure base, or wedding venue.
The property is partially heated, supporting three-season occupancy of up to 32 overnight guests, and four season for up to 12 overnight with 6 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, study, & Great Hall, with 200-amp electrical service and updated plumbing.
Merrill House is surrounded by four-season outdoor recreation. Bethel, ME is about 30 minutes away, as are the Sunday River and Black Mountain ski areas. The Appalachian Trail is about 12 minutes away, and numerous walking, biking, ski, and motorsports trails right out the door. Rangeley, ME is about 1 hour away and Portland International Jetport and North Conway, NH are about 90 minutes away.
Location
State ME
County Oxford
Zoning Mixed
Body of Water Ellis River
Rooms
Basement Interior, Brick/Mortar
Master Bedroom First
Bedroom 2 Second
Bedroom 3 Second
Bedroom 4 Second
Bedroom 5 Second
Kitchen First
Family Room First
Interior
Interior Features 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub
Heating Wood Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Fireplaces Number 14
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Exterior
Parking Features 21+ Spaces, Gravel
Garage Spaces 3.0
View Y/N Yes
View Fields, Mountain(s), Scenic, Trees/Woods
Street Surface Paved
Porch Deck
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Wooded, Rural
Foundation Block, Granite, Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
Sewer Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Water Well
Architectural Style Colonial
Structure Type Wood Siding,Wood Frame
Others
Restrictions Yes
Energy Description Wood, Oil, Electric
