Property Description

Approximately 17,285 square foot historic property in Bath - Income and Redevelopment Potential. Offered for the first time in over 25 years, this substantial Bath property presents a rare opportunity to reposition a landmark residence on a prominent 1.8 acre corner lot. With its generous scale and flexible configuration, the property offers a strong foundation for restoration or repurposing.Originally constructed in the early 1800s by Captain Samuel Davis and later redesigned by architect Francis Fassett and expanded by a prominent shipbuilder, the building previously served as the Bath Military and Naval Children's Home and the Patten Free Library, before becoming a private residence.The offering includes approximately 17,285 total square feet, with an approximately 12,000 square foot main house and a connected wing currently configured as income producing units. The property is deeded for bed and breakfast use and, subject to city approval, may support expanded residential redevelopment.Features include an in-ground swimming pool, elevator, ample off-street parking and space for reimagined gardens. The property's historical significance, scale, and location offer a rare opportunity for the right buyer in one of Maine's most cherished coastal communities.

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