Historic Hilltop Home With Barn And Development Potential On Acreage
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Residential Land, Undeveloped Land
- Road Frontage
- State Highway, Township Road
- Road Surface
- Blacktop/Asphalt, Gravel
- Outbuildings
- Shop, Barn
Description
Set on a rise in Dresden, this 1761 home offers the kind of structure and setting that cannot be replicated. A long private drive leads to the house, completely removed from the road, where elevation and mature trees create a sense of privacy that defines the property from the start.
The original home dates to the mid-1700s, with an ell added in 1907. Inside, the character is immediately apparent — wide-plank flooring, exposed beams, and ceilings that feel uncommon for a home of this era. The layout has been partially opened while still respecting the structure’s historic framework.
The home will benefit from updates and restoration. Cosmetic improvements, particularly to trim and finishes, would go a long way toward bringing it back to its full potential. What remains intact are the elements that matter most: scale, materials, and presence. The stacked-rock foundation and dirt-floor basement beneath the original section reflect its 18th-century origins. At the same time, systems have been improved, including a drilled well, a four-bedroom septic system installed in 2002, and an updated electrical service.
A two-story, cedar-shingled barn built in 2002 adds immediate functionality. The ground level provides approximately 2,000 square feet of open workshop space with power and heat. Upstairs, a finished gathering area includes a kitchen, bathroom, and bar, creating an event-ready space that can serve a variety of uses. The barn offers a practical counterbalance to the home — usable space from day one, while the house is thoughtfully improved.
The yard is designed for gathering. A bocce ball court, gazebo, and covered grill area create a central outdoor space, surrounded by large trees and open lawn. The property has a history of hosting regular get-togethers, and its layout naturally supports that.
With approximately 480 feet of frontage on Cedar Grove Road and over 2,100 feet on Ludwig Road, the parcel offers substantial flexibility. In a rural zoning district with 200-foot frontage requirements, the land may support division into multiple lots, subject to town approvals. The frontage is continuous, and one wetland area has already been factored into the preliminary considerations.
Only a portion of the acreage is developed, with the remainder in wooded land that provides privacy, recreation, and long-term asset appreciation. The location is hard to beat — roughly ten minutes to I-295 and within 30 minutes of Bath, Brunswick, Augusta, and Damariscotta.
This property lends itself to several paths: the restoration of a historic home, the creation of a family compound, or a long-term investment with development potential. The structure is here. The setting is established. The next chapter is ready to be written.
Walk the drive, step inside, and consider what thoughtful restoration could bring forward.
Reach out to schedule a private showing.
Details
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Colonial built in 1761 on acreage
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Long, private driveway
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Development potential
Other
Coordinates
44.0948, -69.7703
Annual Taxes
$5,503
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