978 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay, ME 04537

New Listing
$929,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,136 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 27,443 Status: Coming Soon / No Show
Current Price: $929,000 List Date: 4/29/2026 Last Modified: 4/29/2026

Description

Discover a rare opportunity to own the beautifully restored Kenniston Hill House, an iconic Boothbay property where historic New England character and modern comfort come together seamlessly. Originally dating to 1797, this remarkable home has now been thoughtfully completed with extensive renovations and a full restoration that preserves its extraordinary craftsmanship while delivering the style and functionality today's buyers desire. Inside, period details including the impressive six-flue central chimney, exposed beams, built-ins, and wide pine character blend effortlessly with updated systems and refined finishes throughout. The newly completed kitchen and dining area offer a fresh, inviting atmosphere designed for gathering, featuring modern appointments and views overlooking the newly landscaped and private backyard setting. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the Boothbay Peninsula, the property places the new owner within close reach of the very best Midcoast Maine has to offer. Enjoy nearby hiking trails, kayaking adventures, boating, and waterfront exploration, along with the vibrant cultural energy of Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor, known for their celebrated restaurants, galleries, festivals, and year-round calendar of local events. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is just moments away, while one of Maine's premier golf clubs sits within walking distance of the property. Rich in history yet fully renewed for modern living, the Kenniston Hill House offers a truly distinctive lifestyle opportunity in one of Maine's most treasured coastal communities.

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More Information MLS# 1659681

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 978 Street Name: Wiscasset Street Type: Road County: Lincoln Town: Boothbay State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04537 Leased Land: No Book: 6194 Page: 69 Map: R-7 Lot: 001-B Zoning: Village Center Zoning Overlay: Yes Association: No Full Tax Amount $: 1007 Tax Year: 2025 Tree Growth Y/N: No Geo Lat: 43.878014 Geo Lon: -69.632043

Contract Information

Status: Coming Soon / No Show Original List Price: 929000 List Price: $929,000 Current Price: $929,000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes Seasonal: No Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant Deed: All # Rooms: 8 # Bedrooms: 4 # Fireplaces: 6 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Baths: 3 Color: Maize Year Built: 1797 SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2136 SqFt Finished Total: 2136 SqFt Source: Seller Garage: No Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.63 Source of Acreage: Public Records

Water Info

Water Frontage: No Water View: No

Property Features

Site: Open; Other Site; Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped Location: Historic District; Intown; Near Country Club; Near Shopping; Near Town Roads: Paved; Public Transportation: Major Road Access Recreational Water: Nearby; Public View: Scenic Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface Style: Colonial Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Daylight; Full Basement Entry: Bulkhead; Interior Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Fiberglass; Shingle Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding Heat System: Heat Pump; Other; Wood Stove Heat Fuel: Wood Water Heater: Electric Cooling: Heat Pump Floors: Hardwood; Tile Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; Attic; Bathtub; Fence; Laundry - Hookup; Pantry; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Shower; Storage Patio and Porch Features: Patio Equipment: Cable Energy Efficiency: LED Light Fixtures; Water Heater Driveway: Reclaimed Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; Off Street; On Site Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Electric: Circuit Breakers; On Site; Underground Gas: Bottled Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public

Room Information

Kitchen Level: First Living Room Level: First Dining Room Level: First Bedroom 1 Level: First Primary Bedroom Level: Second Bedroom 3 Level: Second Bedroom 4 Level: Second Mud Room Level: First
Listing Office: Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Last Updated: April - 29 - 2026
978 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay, ME 04537- MLS# 1659681
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