@@lifestyleproperties happy for them! Would've bought this home in a heartbeat if it were just a bit further south. I hope new owners can maintain the integrity of the old period details.
Wow, I've never seen a property shown in this detailed a manner; especially the overheads of where it is in the town, closeness of neighboring houses, and the house layout and measurements. Really excellent job!
Agreed. I love to look at old homes, and would have loved to own one. Thanks for letting us imagine the life of people who lived there with your great descriptions, & visuals.
Beautiful Old Home,in One of Americas Most Beautiful States!,First Thing that would have to go, Would be all of that Wood Paneling and Wall Paper and Take the Carpet off of That Beautiful Staircase!
I would love living in this house, I hope whoever buys it does restore it to original. after all if they wanted something modern then build new, I just adore old houses with natural wood work, hardwood floors.
I agree. So many gorgeous older homes, mansions & cottages alike, are being destroyed by painting or tearing down irreplaceable woodwork. The newer generations seem to all want gray & white only. Really wish they wouldn't buy these homes & just build modern cookie cutter houses instead with one huge living area with white & gray bland interiors. My favorite era was the Arts & Crafts (1920s-1930s) period; losing the handcrafted wood detailed work by master craftsmen is a major loss of history. Done the right way, kitchens & bathrooms can be updated while still retaining the character and dignity of the original house.
@@southernlady8809 I share your sadness toward our lost history. I often shake my head upon seeing such cheap materials and corners cut in construction. You probably know this, but I’d like to say that often all is not lost. Usually the best materials and artifacts are stripped, sold and enjoyed again by other homeowners. Though not the same as restoring entire homes, many people are able to enjoy whatever has been salvaged.
I Know, Right? I Absolutely Love Old Houses. Newer Homes Just Don't Have Any Character, In My Opinion. And I Have Always Wanted To Move To New England. It's Just Beautiful.
Love the house! It reminds me of my great-grandparents house in a small town from the early 1900’s. They still had the original leaded glass windows, claw foot tubs, curved mahogany staircase and crystal doorknobs with skeleton keys. All the furniture was from 1920 and before. They had an orchard and a carriage house. I still have fond memories of my time spent there on vacations as a child and teenager in the 60’s and 70’s. It gave me appreciation for real wood and the importance of caring for things. I hope that the new owners don’t paint over everything.
@@Mikkaray014 No they built a one story house across the street and sold it to a large family as my great-grandmother couldn’t walk up the stairs and my great-grandfather would carry her up. The house was always immaculate but I did get their roll top desk from the early 1900’s and the family trunk from the late 1800’s. It was hard to watch the family break original windows and let the outside deteriorate.
Wow! I loved this video. I'm a real estate investor in Dallas, Texas and I wish ALL realtors would use a presentation format like this: beautiful and thoroughly detailed! In particular, I wish all United Country franchises across the nation would do the same. A pleasure to see!
Just hope whoever buys it does the restoration correctly to honour the style of home, and make it up-to-date and above code with safety with electrical, plumbing, HVAC and structure. The Real Estate Agent did a good job showing the home.
I hate it when people purchase a vintage/historic home and gut it to the bones to modernize it. It changes the aesthetics and loses its characteristics. If they want a modern house, buy a modern one and leave the older homes for those who appreciate charm and craftsmanship associated with the style.
I want to buy it so bad! I live in Scottsdale, AZ & would love to go there in the summer - away from the 112 degree heat! I wonder if it would Air B&B very often??
It's amazing that this house, in spite of the work it needs, is listed for under $100K! The overheated real estate market hasn't reached rural Maine, I guess. In spite of the house's issues, it also has a lot going for it. It's nice that most of the 1st floor rooms and the bedrooms are still in their original state, so they don't need much "undoing". The original millwork/casings are phenomenal!!
Beautiful house! Makes me wish I was 20 yrs younger so I could restore this home and live there too! Beautiful area also, I love old houses with history attached to them plus the whole town itself looks so quaint.
Carmen you are a delight! I've seen many of realtors showing properties on You Tube and you bring a warmth and honesty to the presentation so rarely seen today on the Internet in marketing. This house has great character and promise. Built in a time when craftsmanship was the gold standard, this home has it. If I had the $$ today, you'd have an immediate sale offer from me! Thank you for the wonderful tour.
Thank you, great tour. We have been looking at this home since it came to market. Your video tour helps alot and this video will help complete this sale for the lucky buyer! We are in escrow in another home and moving to the area. Have to tell you wish we had such a realtor as you!🏆❤️ Great Job, our move date is September.
@@kitstrandberg8747 well it's not this house, however it's a good one. Yes it's not easy and very expensive, especially theses days UGGGG. Thankful though, have a blessed day❤️
@Beyond Memory Old Movies sorry my wording was off. We didn't purchase this home. We did although buy one closer to mapleton. I will fix my mistake. 👍❤️
@Beyond Memory Old Movies lol doesn't have woodwork like this. We are just greatful to get a home and start a new life in the great state of Maine👍👍👍👍 ❤️🇺🇸💪 Thank you for being cool, be safe and God bless🥇🙏
That’s beautiful! It’s so unique that they kept the flour bin, & especially caught my attention because I’ve been looking for a vintage cabinet section that includes the flour sifter part. I don’t think I’ve seen the hopper separate from the sifter, unless maybe it’s an entire baking section and has a bin for sugar as well as flour. 🤔 I need to study to see how
This is so beautiful 🤩 I’m from Western Connecticut and we have tons of houses just like this. I’ve been living in Arizona since 2009 and this makes me homesick!! What a steal at 89k
It was awesome until they showed the basement. That house will need jacked up and the entire basement removed and replaced. The foundation is falling apart and the water is getting in. $$$$
@@wendybrown7068Wow, That's really too bad, what a surprise to hear. In the short time I've listened to these showings I think they state that homes have issues, if they do. It's nice to hear from someone that's actually done an in person walk through. Thanks for sharing and commenting.
@@wendybrown7068 you must be an under-40 city person-- i grew up with a CELLAR like that only with smaller stone-- you don't just 'jack it up and replace it'-- you work WITH it, especially massive rock like that. And unless it's in a flood zone, you work with the surrounding landscape to channel water away and create drainage. The ill-informed 'flip' mentality wastes SO much valuable quality material in their quest for speed. Yeah time is money, but sometimes that's a false economy. With the money you'd spend lifting that massive house and getting those massive boulders out of there,, then putting in some crap 21st century concrete, you could do a helluva lot.
The thing to take into consideration is, if you restore it, will you get your money back? Considering the location, I think it will be hard. Lovely project for someone who's willing to keep it and enjoy the history. 😎
Such a pity that this wasn't available six months ago. It would've made my "worth looking into" list when I was house shopping. I am certain that it will sell quickly. Congratulations and many years of happiness to whomever buys and restores this house.
@@AnnSisuLiv that's where a licensed appraiser comes in handy just to properly inspect the property. I understand Maine doesn't require this but not sure? But I would think the money spent on one would be well worth it.
@@AnnSisuLiv I disagree...they can point out any structural damage which is the most costly. And the roof...another costly repair. With this house, it's a relatively small part of the roof that needs replacing.
Insanely gorgeous house!! If only this was shown 10 years ago😭. Definitely has the makings for a bed & breakfast. Best wishes to whoever purchases this home!
A young family would do well in this house with the safety of Maine, good schools, ATV and snowmobile access... personally I love the old everything in it. The owners loved, honored and cherished!
@@barbaram5214 I don’t think people who choose to live in Island Falls are going to do remote jobs, they don’t even want their kids doing remote learning
The place has so much character. The workmanship cannot be duplicated at all today. The best anyone can do is to restore to its former glory. It's surrounded by all those wonderful trees. Installing a pool would spoil it. It's a fantastic bargain.
What a great tour! Thank you, so entertaining and informative as well. The house is remarkable. I wish I could get my husband to move to Maine! He keeps saying NH is better for retirees...I'm not so sure. Anyway, Carmen, you did a great job. I just love the kitchen! Those cabinets!! And a butler's pantry, I love it. With a safe, lol!
Watch the property taxes in NH. It varies town to town. We have a normal 3 bed 2 1/2 bath house and we pay over $8k a year. I’d rather pay income tax! Lol
So beautiful. I love old victorian homes, they have so much character and charm. So unique. If I could comfortably afford it, and knew what I was doing, I’d love to buy one and restore it.
@@lifestyleproperties You're quite welcome. I see maybe period wall paper and antiques. The kitchen would be a a fun redo. Maybe a granny flat in the barn area or a studio. The entryway is unusual and that wood paneling doesn't do it justice what with that beautiful staircase. I do think panelling halfway topped with wallpaper on the straight up walls would be nice but there are so many angled areas that plaster or wall paper would be best. I'm curious how it was originally. I would love to see original photos. Lots of space, original features, interesting history and beautiful grounds. My kind of project just not at my senior age. I hope someone takes it on and gives it a new life.
@@jhankri We are on the same page! I am not able to do the renovations like I could when younger, but I agree with your ideas! Without being able to physically do a lot of the work personally (tiles, ceramic replacement, painting) will get very expensive. The renovations will probably start at $300k minimum (plumbing, replace rotten boards, roof, electrical, etc) and probably has termite damage, need Asbestos removal, etc. It would be worth it to restore though.
@@jhankri We are on the same page! I am not able to do the renovations like I could when younger, but I agree with your ideas! Without being able to physically do a lot of the work personally, the renovations will start at $200k minimum ... probably have termites,
Hey, good luck !! Hope you get it !!! Just stock up for the winter months so you don't have to worry about being snowed in n unable to get to the stores !!! Not that hard to do !!! That house is so worth the unconvinced of winter time !!! It's a dream home !!! Absolutely beautiful !! Besides, you will be able to find lots to do inside the home that should keep you busy til Spring time anyways!! Just don't forget to get all your supplies for updating n restoration, paint, nails, etc .. You will have so much fun that by Spring you will be done n ready to tend to the outside areas !! Perfect !!! Wish I was there to help out !!! I wish you all the best !!! Keep us updated on your progress !!
I'm 3000 miles away in Ca, don't know why your video is recommended to me, but I sure enjoy it. It's a beautiful house, I really hope the new owner would upload an update after renovation. And the golf comment is just pure gold.
What a beautiful home. Born in Maine, I can recall visiting my grandma in Lincolnville with a home similar in beauty! Early in the morning a man would come by in a truck selling home made donuts & my grandma would go out to meet him; just to please her grandchildren!❤
Love rubarb! I’d keep the doorbell!💕loads of potential! Would make a separate living quarters and reuse the old kitchen 💕💕. I would also save some wallpapers they are so nice!
The way they built houses back then - utter human and humanitarian stunners. What human beings should be. Maine and all the beautiful natural areas of the US are stunning.
Oh my gosh, I absolutely love it - and it really looking at it, renovation costs won't be that high. True, you might spend about the same as it costs to purchase, but by the time all is said & done, it would truly be worth so much more ! Finding a job in the area for hubby isn't easy, sadly. I've looked. You have so many properties that are what we're looking for (I just feel pulled to Maine) but the job situation is a deal breaker =(
I live in Maine and would never want to be anywhere else but….. the job situation is tough… you either have to come to this state with money, or be willing to work for low wages.. and be satisfied with that..it’s quite safe and beautiful and the seasons are delightful….but Maine is not going to offer top dollar in the income Dept…still, it’s so worth it, to be here..🙂
I was born in Maine. Miss my Granny's house in Hebron...Maine the people are down to earth with TRUE GRIT..sorry don't miss the winters anymore. Beautiful home could be magnificent with a tiny bit of love!!!
If I ever die this is the type of house I’d want to haunt lol but seriously this is magnificent. It’s got so much historical value and can be so nicely restored since a lot of the original features are still there. It seems like a nice serene area to live in too.
I read the disclosures. I estimated about $200,000 to fully restore, but would be beautiful after. There are some cracks in the walls so certainly have the foundation surveyed. Also the septic may need replaced since it hasn’t been cared for in over 20 years. Given all that, if I were younger I would still consider it.
When she says "This house has everything." I was wondering from the beginning if the house is possibly haunted..... Do the Kelley's still inhabit the house? It's a beautiful house and if I had that kind of money, I would love to live in a place like this.
Beautiful, amazing what location will do for a price, that house in the Hudson Valley would be a Minimum of $300K to almost 1M depending on town and view.
$89,900 seems like a steal to me for this very large home with that GORGEOUS staircase that enthralled me and had me hooked from the very beginning of our splendid tour. Great job!!!
Incredible showing. I am enchanted. It is in my purchase budget but the restoratives costs could be dramatic. Where is the nearest major medical center pharmacy ? I am retired and those are key questions for me & library ?
Definitely a beautiful house with great features waiting to be lovingly restored. The kitchen is large, take out the laundry and move it to the cold storage room, turn the barn into a gorgeous modern rustic great room barn style. Once the house is fully updated structurally, septics, electric, foundation, plumbing, lead and asbestos removal, heating and cooling, rotted wood and features replaced, roofing, insulation, windows repaired, I can see it being delightful. Need to add several modern full and half baths there. Expect to drop at least $300k there and rip down to the studs.
What a great house. Agreed paneling (and carpet) must go. The upstairs wallpaper is loud but AWESOME... us it depicting Mt. Vernon? Hard to tell... This realty company does the best videos... Any old-fashioned general stores for sale?
Outstanding house!!!! WOW! High ceilings, great layout. This would be a really fun project. Maine is so beautiful. I'd love to have this glorious home 💖
😮 ❤ Too big for me, but that sure is so sweet. Heck of a deal. If I were younger, I'd love to put the time and effort into that house. I miss those doorbells. I grew up around lots of Queen Anne homes. Thank you for sharing this one, it was like going down memory lane. ❤
@@philmcphail2228 I'm only 62, but old enough to have known many people from late 1800s. I can actually afford it, but for heat bill and restoring it. Wow though, just WOW !!! Find me a ~2bdrm/2bath in the woods ! Nice kitchen for cooking w counter space, dishwasher, bathtub, fireplace, 20mi from grocery store, 2 car garage.
It will need a lot of updating and some major renovation projects done too. But the natural beauty that is hidden could be easily brought back to its original grandeur! A pearl that is just waiting to be extracted!
If you're not from New England, Rhubarb isn't a fruit. It's a native, sour stalk, introduced to the first settlers by the native people. It's still used today, in pies. (with lots of sugar to make it palatable - commonly mixed with strawberries)
Growing up in the upper Midwest we had a rhubarb patch in the backyard. I remember sitting out there for hours, using the sugar bowl like a dip. I also seem to remember more than one scolding when the sugar bowl got left out there.
Not sure why this video was recommended to me, other than the fact that I have looked at real estate in my area. I am not in Maine or anywhere in New England...but my family has roots in Connecticut and I can really appreciate the beauty of this old house!!! Carmen, you also did a great job showing it!!! 💗🙏🌺
This realtor does an excellent job. Doesn’t try to over sell. Nice video👏🏻
Thanks for the comments C N
Agree. KUDOS to that Realtor.
She did an outstanding job.
I shared this with all my friends. If I bought in maine I would call her first.
Agreed!
I've lived in New England for years, and have never ,ever seen such a beautiful home for so little money!!! I would have jumped on it!!
Thanks Mary, a lot of people did and it has gone under contract.
@@lifestyleproperties happy for them! Would've bought this home in a heartbeat if it were just a bit further south. I hope new owners can maintain the integrity of the old period details.
@@lifestyleproperties oh no! Do you have any others?
Wow, I've never seen a property shown in this detailed a manner; especially the overheads of where it is in the town, closeness of neighboring houses, and the house layout and measurements. Really excellent job!
Thanks, we are glad you liked it.
Agreed. I love to look at old homes, and would have loved to own one. Thanks for letting us imagine the life of people who lived there with your great descriptions, & visuals.
@@moonbaby8743 You are welcome, thanks for watching our channel.
Beautiful Old Home,in One of Americas Most Beautiful States!,First Thing that would have to go, Would be all of that Wood Paneling and Wall Paper and Take the Carpet off of That Beautiful Staircase!
I love the old stuff I wouldn’t touch it it’s so beautiful
I would love living in this house, I hope whoever buys it does restore it to original. after all if they wanted something modern then build new, I just adore old houses with natural wood work, hardwood floors.
We agree thanks for the comments Dana!
I agree, but I would add more bathrooms in better locations.
I agree. So many gorgeous older homes, mansions & cottages alike, are being destroyed by painting or tearing down irreplaceable woodwork. The newer generations seem to all want gray & white only. Really wish they wouldn't buy these homes & just build modern cookie cutter houses instead with one huge living area with white & gray bland interiors.
My favorite era was the Arts & Crafts (1920s-1930s) period; losing the handcrafted wood detailed work by master craftsmen is a major loss of history. Done the right way, kitchens & bathrooms can be updated while still retaining the character and dignity of the original house.
@@southernlady8809 I share your sadness toward our lost history. I often shake my head upon seeing such cheap materials and corners cut in construction. You probably know this, but I’d like to say that often all is not lost. Usually the best materials and artifacts are stripped, sold and enjoyed again by other homeowners. Though not the same as restoring entire homes, many people are able to enjoy whatever has been salvaged.
I Know, Right? I Absolutely Love Old Houses. Newer Homes Just Don't Have Any Character, In My Opinion. And I Have Always Wanted To Move To New England. It's Just Beautiful.
One of the best Realtor presentations I've viewed on Y/T in all its 20 years of existence.
Thanks for the kind words.
Not just "one of ..." but the very best BY FAR, by orders of magnitude!
I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of that tour of the lovely Queen Anne Victorian home, and it’s surrounding features! Well done!
Thanks Launa
Love the house! It reminds me of my great-grandparents house in a small town from the early 1900’s. They still had the original leaded glass windows, claw foot tubs, curved mahogany staircase and crystal doorknobs with skeleton keys. All the furniture was from 1920 and before. They had an orchard and a carriage house. I still have fond memories of my time spent there on vacations as a child and teenager in the 60’s and 70’s. It gave me appreciation for real wood and the importance of caring for things. I hope that the new owners don’t paint over everything.
Thanks for sharing your memories with us.
What a lovely remembrance! Thank you!
@@fredericmartin7148 You are very welcome.
Please don't mind me asking but didn't you get their house in inheritance.
@@Mikkaray014 No they built a one story house across the street and sold it to a large family as my great-grandmother couldn’t walk up the stairs and my great-grandfather would carry her up. The house was always immaculate but I did get their roll top desk from the early 1900’s and the family trunk from the late 1800’s. It was hard to watch the family break original windows and let the outside deteriorate.
Wow! I loved this video. I'm a real estate investor in Dallas, Texas and I wish ALL realtors would use a presentation format like this: beautiful and thoroughly detailed! In particular, I wish all United Country franchises across the nation would do the same. A pleasure to see!
Thanks for sharing and commenting Frederic. Have a great day!
She needs her own comedy show.
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Agree, this was just great... (!)
Carmen, what a lovely home. It deserves to be restored. Those arches! ❤
Thanks for watching.
Absolutely gorgeous! If I had the income I would renovate in a heartbeat 💓!
And curved/arched pocket doors!
@@LivnNLearnin ikr! Some of the period details are amazingly well preserved and that porch....oh my!
Out in middle of nowhere 🤣😂🤣
The granite block foundation is amazing. Never seen anything like it.
It is common in homes like this from that time period.
I have 36 inch thick limestone blocks for a basement
That foundation will last forever
The wood used in a lumber baron's house would be quality stuff, most of it still in good shape.
Thanks for commenting.
Yes, you could see that in the bare roof rafters when she toured the attic. That's good wood.
Makes sense!
Just hope whoever buys it does the restoration correctly to honour the style of home, and make it up-to-date and above code with safety with electrical, plumbing, HVAC and structure.
The Real Estate Agent did a good job showing the home.
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I hate it when people purchase a vintage/historic home and gut it to the bones to modernize it. It changes the aesthetics and loses its characteristics. If they want a modern house, buy a modern one and leave the older homes for those who appreciate charm and craftsmanship associated with the style.
@@carrieannmcleod5219
Like Nicole Curtis
@@carrieannmcleod5219 Totally agreed!
Pocket doors and back stairs!!! So lovely.
They are gorgeous!
I love back stairs
$89,000, with one small caveat - Stephen King lives in the basement, and he’s fed every other month, or so.
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Perfect! 😆
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What an incredibly well done video, I was so impressed. I love the house and the town what a great opportunity for someone.
Glad you enjoyed it
I want to buy it so bad! I live in Scottsdale, AZ & would love to go there in the summer - away from the 112 degree heat! I wonder if it would Air B&B very often??
@@davisholman8149 I wouldn't want it to because an air B&B. It would get destroyed in no time!
@@davisholman8149 Would you enjoy Maine winters though? 😁
@@jewels4028 he says he would only go in the summer. He would be in AZ during the winter. Sounds perfect to me!
It's amazing that this house, in spite of the work it needs, is listed for under $100K! The overheated real estate market hasn't reached rural Maine, I guess. In spite of the house's issues, it also has a lot going for it. It's nice that most of the 1st floor rooms and the bedrooms are still in their original state, so they don't need much "undoing". The original millwork/casings are phenomenal!!
Well said!
@@lifestyleproperties What are the taxes?
@@ablueyedsissy59 Price $89,900 | Taxes $1563 (it was in the derscription)
Overheated, only for morons..?
@@redwolfexr very reasonable comparatively speaking...
Putting our offer in on Monday! So excited to hopefully restore this home and raise our family here.
Thanks for commenting.
Would love to know if you get it!
It's beautiful.best of luck on your offer.🏠
What town is it in? Hope you get it!
I am in maine! Good luck!
Great home! And I love this realtor, I applaud her wonderful descriptions and would use her as my realtor anytime. Thanks for the video!
Thanks Charlie! Carmen put this under contract.
Beautiful house! Makes me wish I was 20 yrs younger so I could restore this home and live there too! Beautiful area also, I love old houses with history attached to them plus the whole town itself looks so quaint.
Thanks for sharing
Carmen you are a delight! I've seen many of realtors showing properties on You Tube and you bring a warmth and honesty to the presentation so rarely seen today on the Internet in marketing. This house has great character and promise. Built in a time when craftsmanship was the gold standard, this home has it. If I had the $$ today, you'd have an immediate sale offer from me! Thank you for the wonderful tour.
Carmen says thank you and she appreciates the feedback.
Agreed. Same
I love the woodwork, the pocket doors, the fireplace on main floor, the curving stairway; the realtor does a decent job!👏
We agree! Thanks for watching.
Thank you, great tour. We have been looking at this home since it came to market. Your video tour helps
alot and this video will help complete this sale for the lucky buyer! We are in escrow in another home and moving to the area. Have to tell you wish we had such a realtor as you!🏆❤️ Great Job, our move date is September.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the kind words.
Oh Lucky you! If I were 30 years younger I'd move across the country for this house.
@@kitstrandberg8747 well it's not this house, however it's a good one. Yes it's not easy and very expensive, especially theses days UGGGG. Thankful though, have a blessed day❤️
@Beyond Memory Old Movies sorry my wording was off. We didn't purchase this home. We did although buy one closer to mapleton. I will fix my mistake. 👍❤️
@Beyond Memory Old Movies lol doesn't have woodwork like this. We are just greatful to get a home and start a new life in the great state of Maine👍👍👍👍
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Thank you for being cool, be safe and God bless🥇🙏
That’s beautiful! It’s so unique that they kept the flour bin, & especially caught my attention because I’ve been looking for a vintage cabinet section that includes the flour sifter part. I don’t think I’ve seen the hopper separate from the sifter, unless maybe it’s an entire baking section and has a bin for sugar as well as flour. 🤔 I need to study to see how
Thanks so much for watching! 😊
Just wow. That would be a dream for me, but I still have too many years to go before retiring to a place just like that.
Thanks for the comments.
This is so beautiful 🤩 I’m from Western Connecticut and we have tons of houses just like this. I’ve been living in Arizona since 2009 and this makes me homesick!! What a steal at 89k
Thanks for watching Donna.
A beauty, the problem is: difficult to find workers to restore the property, how far is the next hospital, and doctors, how far is the next airport.
Hospital 25 miles airport in Presque Isle about 60 miles.
its in the middle of no where
It is absolutely stunning. It will go in a heartbeat. I can't tell you how much I love it. Thanks for the spectacular tour.
You are so welcome! Thank you for the comments.
It was awesome until they showed the basement. That house will need jacked up and the entire basement removed and replaced. The foundation is falling apart and the water is getting in. $$$$
@@wendybrown7068Wow, That's really too bad, what a surprise to hear. In the short time I've listened to these showings I think they state that homes have issues, if they do. It's nice to hear from someone that's actually done an in person walk through. Thanks for sharing and commenting.
@@wendybrown7068 you must be an under-40 city person-- i grew up with a CELLAR like that only with smaller stone-- you don't just 'jack it up and replace it'-- you work WITH it, especially massive rock like that. And unless it's in a flood zone, you work with the surrounding landscape to channel water away and create drainage. The ill-informed 'flip' mentality wastes SO much valuable quality material in their quest for speed. Yeah time is money, but sometimes that's a false economy. With the money you'd spend lifting that massive house and getting those massive boulders out of there,, then putting in some crap 21st century concrete, you could do a helluva lot.
I'd love to see that house renovated.
Come do a drive by in a couple years, we think you will see that happen.
The thing to take into consideration is, if you restore it, will you get your money back? Considering the location, I think it will be hard. Lovely project for someone who's willing to keep it and enjoy the history. 😎
@@kman2783 why would it be hard to get your money back. I’m from Texas so I don’t understand Maine realty.
@@lifestyleproperties Did this house sell?
Wow, that's a pretty good price for a home like this, especially in Maine.
We agree!
Wow Wow Wow!!!! A little work and she would stand stand proud and grand!!! What a beautiful piece of history
It is absolutely teeming with potential!
Such a pity that this wasn't available six months ago. It would've made my "worth looking into" list when I was house shopping.
I am certain that it will sell quickly. Congratulations and many years of happiness to whomever buys and restores this house.
Thanks for the comments Paul
There are a few other homes on this street priced in the mid $200k range. The price of this home reflects the reno costs involved. Good buy
Great point, Claire!
It would take 200k just to reno it right.
@@AnnSisuLiv that's where a licensed appraiser comes in handy just to properly inspect the property. I understand Maine doesn't require this but not sure? But I would think the money spent on one would be well worth it.
@@clairelivefreeordie2551 Appraisers tell nothing regarding how much reno will be needed.
@@AnnSisuLiv I disagree...they can point out any structural damage which is the most costly. And the roof...another costly repair. With this house, it's a relatively small part of the roof that needs replacing.
Insanely gorgeous house!! If only this was shown 10 years ago😭. Definitely has the makings for a bed & breakfast. Best wishes to whoever purchases this home!
Thank you for watching and commenting! It is a special place for sure.
Def needs more bathrooms for that though.
@@nvalles2565 Most definitely ☺️
What a beautiful home!!! I have always loved these old homes.
Us too.
I've never been to Maine, but now I have an urge to live there. What a beautiful home for a great price!
This is a gorgeous home! I would love to have this to raise foster care children. A dream home for foster care children. Wish I could afford.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Lots of running. :)
Perfect
A young family would do well in this house with the safety of Maine, good schools, ATV and snowmobile access... personally I love the old everything in it. The owners loved, honored and cherished!
Thanks for sharing!
good luck getting a job there
@@lifestyleproperties I can see a Bed and Breakfast...or a home business out of that home. Its beautiful!!
@@barbaram5214 I don’t think people who choose to live in Island Falls are going to do remote jobs, they don’t even want their kids doing remote learning
The place has so much character. The workmanship cannot be duplicated at all today. The best anyone can do is to restore to its former glory. It's surrounded by all those wonderful trees. Installing a pool would spoil it. It's a fantastic bargain.
Thanks for sharing.
Oh yea? Character can cost a lot of money.
Thanks so much for showing exactly where in Maine this is. It's a pain having to look each town up for each video.
What a great tour! Thank you, so entertaining and informative as well. The house is remarkable. I wish I could get my husband to move to Maine! He keeps saying NH is better for retirees...I'm not so sure. Anyway, Carmen, you did a great job. I just love the kitchen! Those cabinets!! And a butler's pantry, I love it. With a safe, lol!
Glad you enjoyed it! Maybe your husband will come around!
Watch the property taxes in NH. It varies town to town. We have a normal 3 bed 2 1/2 bath house and we pay over $8k a year. I’d rather pay income tax! Lol
@@croberts709 For sure. Moving from MA we know all about property taxes!
I’d buy this in a heartbeat as a family home. It’s so worth saving
We agree, thanks for watching.
The best tour I have seen you do so far. Well done.
Thanks for the compliment!
Carmen I think you are a doll and are obviously very honest, thank you for being you.
Thanks for watching and subscribing.
So beautiful. I love old victorian homes, they have so much character and charm. So unique. If I could comfortably afford it, and knew what I was doing, I’d love to buy one and restore it.
Oh yes that wood paneling has to go! The house has lots of potential for future residents.
Thanks for sharing.
@@lifestyleproperties You're quite welcome. I see maybe period wall paper and antiques. The kitchen would be a a fun redo. Maybe a granny flat in the barn area or a studio. The entryway is unusual and that wood paneling doesn't do it justice what with that beautiful staircase. I do think panelling halfway topped with wallpaper on the straight up walls would be nice but there are so many angled areas that plaster or wall paper would be best. I'm curious how it was originally. I would love to see original photos. Lots of space, original features, interesting history and beautiful grounds. My kind of project just not at my senior age. I hope someone takes it on and gives it a new life.
@@jhankri We are on the same page! I am not able to do the renovations like I could when younger, but I agree with your ideas! Without being able to physically do a lot of the work personally (tiles, ceramic replacement, painting) will get very expensive. The renovations will probably start at $300k minimum (plumbing, replace rotten boards, roof, electrical, etc) and probably has termite damage, need Asbestos removal, etc. It would be worth it to restore though.
@@jhankri We are on the same page! I am not able to do the renovations like I could when younger, but I agree with your ideas! Without being able to physically do a lot of the work personally, the renovations will start at $200k minimum ... probably have termites,
Paint the paneling a quality paint Sherwin williams has a great selection
What a beautiful home , Thank you for sharing this with us .. Someone will be lucky to purchase
Thanks for sharing. We now have a lucky winner.
That stairway at the entrance is Magnificent 💕
Thanks for sharing.
4:13 large crack in wall near light fixture. What a gorgeous home!
It sure is.
I wish I could follow the restoration of this property! It would be gorgeous!
Yes it would.
Hey, good luck !! Hope you get it !!! Just stock up for the winter months so you don't have to worry about being snowed in n unable to get to the stores !!! Not that hard to do !!! That house is so worth the unconvinced of winter time !!! It's a dream home !!! Absolutely beautiful !! Besides, you will be able to find lots to do inside the home that should keep you busy til Spring time anyways!! Just don't forget to get all your supplies for updating n restoration, paint, nails, etc .. You will have so much fun that by Spring you will be done n ready to tend to the outside areas !! Perfect !!! Wish I was there to help out !!! I wish you all the best !!! Keep us updated on your progress !!
Thanks for watching. We do plow our roads in Maine pretty well in the winter. It is not hard to get out and about.
Wow old Victorian Homes were a dream of mine they still take my breath away! 💜💜💜
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
Thank you for the video of this unique property. I wish I had the funds to purchase and restore that beautiful Victorian.
Glad you enjoyed it
I'm 3000 miles away in Ca, don't know why your video is recommended to me, but I sure enjoy it. It's a beautiful house, I really hope the new owner would upload an update after renovation.
And the golf comment is just pure gold.
Awesome! Thank you!
Carmen did a VERY GOOD JOB presenting this property. I noted the full information page says Pending. Very nice property.
Yes! Thank you!
You did a beautiful job of presenting the house and the area around it
Thanks
What a beautiful home. Born in Maine, I can recall visiting my grandma in Lincolnville with a home similar in beauty! Early in the morning a man would come by in a truck selling home made donuts & my grandma would go out to meet him; just to please her grandchildren!❤
Thanks for sharing the memories!
Love rubarb! I’d keep the doorbell!💕loads of potential! Would make a separate living quarters and reuse the old kitchen 💕💕. I would also save some wallpapers they are so nice!
Thanks for the comments.
Fantastic tour! Probably the best, most in depth home tour video I've seen... thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
The way they built houses back then - utter human and humanitarian stunners. What human beings should be. Maine and all the beautiful natural areas of the US are stunning.
Thanks for sharing.
Wow I love this house! And the price is great too!
It really is!
Gorgeous stairway! Must have been a master carpenter that did it!
For sure! Thanks for watching.
The stair itself would probably cost tens of thousands of dollars to replicate today,
My jaw hit the floor when I saw it!
#1 rule for me in buying a house, is a grand entrance, with a handsome staircase inviting you in.
Oh my gosh, I absolutely love it - and it really looking at it, renovation costs won't be that high. True, you might spend about the same as it costs to purchase, but by the time all is said & done, it would truly be worth so much more !
Finding a job in the area for hubby isn't easy, sadly. I've looked. You have so many properties that are what we're looking for (I just feel pulled to Maine) but the job situation is a deal breaker =(
I live in Maine and would never want to be anywhere else but….. the job situation is tough… you either have to come to this state with money, or be willing to work for low wages.. and be satisfied with that..it’s quite safe and beautiful and the seasons are delightful….but Maine is not going to offer top dollar in the income Dept…still, it’s so worth it, to be here..🙂
Businesses are hiring in Maine. Also, many people are able to do work from home. It all depends on your skills, but is worth considering.
If you can work from home this place would be worth it. Have an online business too.
I’ve never heard of an 18 hole golf course described that way…loved it! House is beautiful love those 1890-1905 Victorian homes!
I was born in Maine. Miss my Granny's house in Hebron...Maine the people are down to earth with TRUE GRIT..sorry don't miss the winters anymore.
Beautiful home could be magnificent with a tiny bit of love!!!
Thanks for sharing.
MY GOODNESS!! THIS IS STEAL FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL PLACE! I LOVE THESE VICTORIAN STYLE HOMES❤🙏
BEAUTIFUL HOME🙏
Thank you so much!
As beautiful as it is, the restoration cost would be double the asking price.
Maybe, but look what you would have when done.
Still less than an average ugly new build in most states.
Furnace doesn't work?
double? You wish it were that low.
Perhaps, but that would still be a deal. It looks very well preserved as is.
If I ever die this is the type of house I’d want to haunt lol but seriously this is magnificent. It’s got so much historical value and can be so nicely restored since a lot of the original features are still there. It seems like a nice serene area to live in too.
Thanks for sharing.
I love the Virginia landmarks (Mt Vernon and Monticello) wallpaper on the walls of the second floor hallway!
I read the disclosures. I estimated about $200,000 to fully restore, but would be beautiful after. There are some cracks in the walls so certainly have the foundation surveyed. Also the septic may need replaced since it hasn’t been cared for in over 20 years.
Given all that, if I were younger I would still consider it.
Thanks for the comments.
This house is gorgeous. I absolutely love it.
When she says "This house has everything." I was wondering from the beginning if the house is possibly haunted..... Do the Kelley's still inhabit the house? It's a beautiful house and if I had that kind of money, I would love to live in a place like this.
No hauntings to our knowledge.
I thought the same thing!
I owned a 1904 home that had a ghost. I simply demsnded it leave in the name of Jesus Christ and invited the Holy Spirit in. No problem.
Tell us about the Kelleys!
Beautiful, amazing what location will do for a price, that house in the Hudson Valley would be a Minimum of $300K to almost 1M depending on town and view.
Very true. Thanks for watching.
I lived in the Hudson Valley and you're right about the pricing. There are many Victorian homes still there.
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@@peggyhiggins6923 I'm Realtor in HV and just checked the MLS homes in that condition are $599K to $3M.
I think someone got a great deal, and it is so well preserved!
Thanks for watching and commenting.
$89,900 seems like a steal to me for this very large home with that GORGEOUS staircase that enthralled me and had me hooked from the very beginning of our splendid tour. Great job!!!
Thanks for sharing.
I love the front porch
Beautiful! Good luck in the sale! Historic Maine.
Thank you!
Incredible showing. I am enchanted. It is in my purchase budget but the restoratives costs could be dramatic. Where is the nearest major medical center pharmacy ? I am retired and those are key questions for me & library ?
The nearest hospital is in Houlton 27 miles +/-. Northern Light hospital in Bangor is about 92 miles.
Gorgeous, I love Victorian era homes.
Absolutely beautiful home and I love all of its original detailing. Very costly to renovate these but so worth it to preserve a true victorian gem!
Absolutely!! Thanks for sharing.
Such a beautiful house! I'm only 16, but after college I really hope I'll be able to move to Maine and enjoy these beautiful houses
Definitely a beautiful house with great features waiting to be lovingly restored. The kitchen is large, take out the laundry and move it to the cold storage room, turn the barn into a gorgeous modern rustic great room barn style. Once the house is fully updated structurally, septics, electric, foundation, plumbing, lead and asbestos removal, heating and cooling, rotted wood and features replaced, roofing, insulation, windows repaired, I can see it being delightful. Need to add several modern full and half baths there. Expect to drop at least $300k there and rip down to the studs.
We suggest you build a new home instead.
@@lifestyleproperties 😂
What a great house. Agreed paneling (and carpet) must go.
The upstairs wallpaper is loud but AWESOME... us it depicting Mt. Vernon? Hard to tell...
This realty company does the best videos...
Any old-fashioned general stores for sale?
Thanks for comments. We are not sure on the wall paper in the hall. No old stores for sale at the moment.
Museum quality property. I hope someone restores it to its original glory.
We hope so too.
A video so wonderfully made that this Indiana boy with no intent of moving anytime soon watched the entire thing. A dreamy property, indeed.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Outstanding house!!!! WOW!
High ceilings, great layout.
This would be a really fun project. Maine is so beautiful. I'd love to have this glorious home 💖
Thanks so much!
For a beautiful house like that at that price it's probably Haunted.
That’s what I was thinking too.🤣😂🤣
Thanks for watching.
Before buying , talk to some neighbors
Thats a bonus!
Friendly ghosts if anything, seems like a great family home
😮 ❤ Too big for me, but that sure is so sweet. Heck of a deal.
If I were younger, I'd love to put the time and effort into that house.
I miss those doorbells. I grew up around lots of Queen Anne homes.
Thank you for sharing this one, it was like going down memory lane. ❤
You never too old to come home 😉
@@philmcphail2228 I'm only 62, but old enough to have known many people from late 1800s. I can actually afford it, but for heat bill and restoring it. Wow though, just WOW !!!
Find me a ~2bdrm/2bath in the woods ! Nice kitchen for cooking w counter space, dishwasher, bathtub, fireplace, 20mi from grocery store,
2 car garage.
Beautiful tour...Love the house!
Thank you!
You totally caught me off guard when you said, “there’s even a golf course….if you like that kind of…frustration”. I almost spit out my coffee! 😆🤣😂😂💀
It will need a lot of updating and some major renovation projects done too.
But the natural beauty that is hidden could be easily brought back to its original grandeur!
A pearl that is just waiting to be extracted!
Thanks for sharing.
If you're not from New England, Rhubarb isn't a fruit. It's a native, sour stalk, introduced to the first settlers by the native people. It's still used today, in pies. (with lots of sugar to make it palatable - commonly mixed with strawberries)
Thanks for sharing your expertise.
Growing up in the upper Midwest we had a rhubarb patch in the backyard. I remember sitting out there for hours, using the sugar bowl like a dip. I also seem to remember more than one scolding when the sugar bowl got left out there.
How beautiful is that? Is the price reflecting the furnace issue? Do they know the cost to repair? I love this property !!
The price reflects the condition. No estimate for heating repair has been done.
Perfect family home!
Thank you!
I'd love to restore this whole place wow what a fantastic house
Thanks Debby
This house is already sold has to be . Love it I could raise my 5 grandchildren here . In love with this.
It is under contract.
Glorious and the quality and charm of Maine...my Soul's home!
Thank you for a wonderful presentation. My parents honeymooned
in Bethel in 1937.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Bargain. If I weren't 79, I'd buy it this instant with a phone call.
Thanks for sharing.
You could always buy it for me...🙂
Truly beautiful home! A bargain too! Would also buy in an instant, if l could!
Would u buy it for me ?
I grew up in a Victorian home very much like this one! I absolutely loved it. Wish I could buy and restore one now. ❤️
Thanks for sharing.
That place is an ongoing money pit. After a few years of work it may have killed you from frustration or you’ll be divorced
So it is definitely not the place for you Robert.
@@lifestyleproperties But his wife really wants it now! lol
Love it that you showed the floor plan ❤️
Glad you liked it!!
Not sure why this video was recommended to me, other than the fact that I have looked at real estate in my area. I am not in Maine or anywhere in New England...but my family has roots in Connecticut and I can really appreciate the beauty of this old house!!! Carmen, you also did a great job showing it!!! 💗🙏🌺
Thanks for watching.