17 French Lane, South Bristol, ME 04568

$3,495,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,076 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 49,658 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,495,000 List Date: 4/06/2026 Last Modified: 4/06/2026

Description

Located in the heart of Christmas Cove on Rutherford Island in South Bristol, 17 French Lane is a classic waterfront property with 1.14± acres, 170± feet of shorefront, and spectacular views over the Cove to the Damariscotta River. The year-round historic house is full of charm, thoughtfully updated, and exceptionally well maintained, with five comfortable bedrooms, bright and open living spaces, and lovely water views. The setting is both picturesque and inviting, with open lawn from which to enjoy activity in the harbor, mature trees that provide privacy, flowering shrubs, and stonework. A deep-water dock system and versatile outbuilding further enhance the property's appeal. Held by the same family for more than 60 years, the property represents a rare legacy offering with a combination of authentic coastal character and practical waterfront amenities in one of South Bristol's most coveted neighborhoods.

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More Information MLS# 1656626

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 17 Street Name: French Street Type: Lane County: Lincoln Town: South Bristol State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04568 Leased Land: No Book: 4829 Page: 171 Map: 10 Lot: 9A Zoning: Residential Zoning Overlay: Unknown Association: No Full Tax Amount $: 6767.12 Tax Year: 2025 Tree Growth Y/N: No Geo Lat: 43.847929 Geo Lon: -69.553625

Contract Information

Status: Active Original List Price: 3495000 List Price: $3,495,000 Current Price: $3,495,000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes Seasonal: No # Rooms: 9 # Bedrooms: 5 # Fireplaces: 1 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Baths: 3 Year Built: 1920 SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3076 SqFt Finished Total: 3076 SqFt Source: Public Records Garage: No Lot Size Acres +/-: 1.14 Source of Acreage: Public Records

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes Waterfront Amount: 170 Water Frontage Owned: 170 Water View: Yes Water Body Name: Christmas Cove, Damariscotta River

Property Features

Site: Level; Open; Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped Location: Near Country Club; Near Public Beach; Near Shopping; Near Town; Rural Roads: Private Road Transportation: Deep Water Access Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Cove; Harbor; River Recreational Water: Dock; Oceanfront; Waterfront Deep View: Scenic Style: Cottage; New Englander Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Unfinished Basement Entry: Interior Roof: Shingle Exterior: Clapboard Heat System: Forced Air Heat Fuel: Oil Water Heater: Electric Cooling: None Floors: Carpet; Tile; Wood Driveway: Other; Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Other Structures: Outbuilding Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: No Gas Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available; Septic Tank Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Kitchen Level: First Dining Room Level: First Living Room Level: First Bedroom 1 Level: First Bedroom 2 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Level: Second Bedroom 4 Level: Second Bedroom 5 Level: Second Office Level: First
Listing Office: LandVest, Inc.
Last Updated: April - 06 - 2026
17 French Lane, South Bristol, ME 04568- MLS# 1656626
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