Property Description

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On the National Register of Historic Homes, meet the Leonard Bond Chapman House (1866-1868).  

 

An Italianate Victorian, with mansard roof, this home was built during the Reconstruction Period, following the Civil War.  This very first Show House for the Portland Symphony Orchestra (1979), with most period details intact, has been lovingly restored and upgraded to modern standards and conveniences.  The corner porch and front, arched, double door, with original, brass, lions-head knocker welcomes all.

 

This large home blends the best of old and new. Mahogany, circular staircase, wide  moldings, ceiling crowns and medallions, walnut wainscoting, original, massive doors, several mantels (one hand-painted), a mix of glass, porcelain and wood doorknobs and original pantry are all complemented with Wirsbo, Quik Trak radiant heat, Rinnai on-demand hot water, a completely renovated kitchen with gas cook-top, a bath with large shower, central vac, PEX plumbing, alarm system and a new steam boiler.  The electrical system has been upgraded too.  Hardwood floors have been restored and well maintained. 

 

With a three-quarter or full bath on each floor, several bedrooms and connecting rooms, this home would make a great Bed and Breakfast.  The connected rooms accommodate nurseries, changing rooms, exercise rooms off master or other bedrooms.  The tower room is a great place to curl up with a book or study in tranquility and inspiration.  The home could easily accommodate two master bedroom suites.  With a conditional use permit, the home may also be easily converted back to a two-family residence.

 

A renovated, insulated, Spring House, with replacement windows and a Rinnai space heater, serves as a home office with unmatched privacy and isolation.  Walk out, close the door and leave your work behind!

 

Further, this grand home, right off the peninsula, convenient to everything, on a half-acre lot, with a circular drive, boasts a three-story barn, ready for its own interior renovation. All windows, including a lovely, third-floor rose window have been re-glazed. Finish the basement as a media room, envision a circular staircase from the second floor to the third, leading up to a large master bedroom with  rose window with original, period charm. This barn presents you with a blank pallet on which to release your vision of additional living space, nanny's or in-law quarters or maybe artist workshop or studio.