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That entryway! Sea Captain’s Home, Circa 1880 in Maine. $389,000

May 19, 2023

This home was built by a wealthy sea captain for his wife. The home has a beautiful entryway! The house was built in 1880. It is located in Bangor, Maine. The home features hardwood floors, parquet floors, unpainted woodwork, arched entryways, wainscoting, beautiful plasterwork and original mantels. There is a basement and it looks like the house was being used as apartments possibly. Twelve bedrooms, five bathrooms and 5,700 square feet. $389,000

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From the Zillow listing:

 

This stunning victorian mansion has so much to offer. With a total of 12 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms. Built by a wealthy sea captain in the late 1800’s for his wife. This spacious home offers 4 levels (walk out basement, plus 3 upper floors) a total of 26 rooms including a breathtaking entry foyer, sitting rooms at top of stairs. Lovely original/antique pieces including 5 fireplaces (with fancy Italian tile), stained glass windows, original hardwood floors, spectacular views across the Penobscot River and to the mountains. This home is a true treasure! Solid block granite foundation, all electrical updated in the last year, furnace maintained and cleaned, natural gas at the street. This incredible unique home offers the intense beauty of the past but intertwine with some modern updates to create a homey environment!

 

 

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