Property Description

This striking historic home features panoramic views of the Machias River and the town of Machias with direct river access. With every season comes a different view and experience! Filled with natural light, this home offers exceptional flexibility for entertaining, guests or multi-generational living. There are many distinct spaces for gathering, relaxing, or working from home.The second level primary suite features a bedroom and sitting room with a wood burning fireplace, and an adjacent walk-in dressing room. The third level office, media room, or library offers a spectacular elevated view of the river and town, with a private half bath. This 3,530 square foot home boasts a spacious kitchen and breakfast room with an island and multiple sinks/cooking stations. There are 4 dedicated bedroom spaces, multiple fireplaces, a wood burning stove, as well as a full basement with work spaces and central heating system. The detatched 2 car garage features a full second level with much potential. This unique property was procured in 1902 by Samuel M. Holway from Sarah Palmer, who had owned it since 1864. The current home was built by Samuel in 1903. At this time in history, Machias boasted a healthy economy and maritime trade fueled by wood products, ship building, and wild blueberry harvesting.Samuel was the son of William Crocker Holway, who along with his brother, Ladwick Holway were prominent local merchants.William and Ladwick Holway owned a center of coastal maritime trade, Holway Wharf, the remains of which are visible today along the riverside by this property. The Holway Wharf accommodated schooners and cargo ships essential to the area's lumber trade. The floating timber from the upper saw mills (upper Bad Little Falls) was then loaded at the wharf to be shipped along the Atlantic Coast.This is a rare opportunity to own a substantial riverfront property deeply rooted in our Machias history. Make this your home today!

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