Current Price:$3,495,000List Date:4/06/2026Last 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.
Status: ActiveOriginal List Price: 3495000List Price: $3,495,000Current Price: $3,495,000
Property Information
Surveyed: YesSeasonal: No# Rooms: 9# Bedrooms: 5# Fireplaces: 1Total Full Baths: 3Total Baths: 3Year Built: 1920SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3076SqFt Finished Total: 3076SqFt Source: Public RecordsGarage: NoLot Size Acres +/-: 1.14Source of Acreage: Public Records
Water Info
Water Frontage: YesWaterfront Amount: 170Water Frontage Owned: 170Water View: YesWater Body Name: Christmas Cove, Damariscotta River
Property Features
Site: Level; Open; Rolling/Sloping; Well LandscapedLocation: Near Country Club; Near Public Beach; Near Shopping; Near Town; RuralRoads: Private RoadTransportation: Deep Water AccessSource of Water Frontage: Public RecordsWater Body Type: Cove; Harbor; RiverRecreational Water: Dock; Oceanfront; Waterfront DeepView: ScenicStyle: Cottage; New EnglanderConstruction: Wood FrameBasement: UnfinishedBasement Entry: InteriorRoof: ShingleExterior: ClapboardHeat System: Forced AirHeat Fuel: OilWater Heater: ElectricCooling: NoneFloors: Carpet; Tile; WoodDriveway: Other; PavedParking: 5 - 10 SpacesVehicle Storage: No Vehicle StorageOther Structures: OutbuildingElectric: Circuit BreakersGas: No GasSewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available; Septic TankWater: Private; Well
Room Information
KitchenLevel: First Dining RoomLevel: First Living RoomLevel: First Bedroom 1Level: First Bedroom 2Level: Second Bedroom 3Level: Second Bedroom 4Level: Second Bedroom 5Level: Second OfficeLevel: First