546 Paris Hill RoadParis, ME 04281Price: $649,000

This historic Parris House, circa 1818, has a large fully-applianced chef's kitchen with fireplace and walk-in pantry, center hall with twin parlors, sitting room/office, screened in view-side porch, five bedrooms (spacious primary with ensuite bath & whirlpool tub), and 3.5 baths. Two working fireplaces and kitchen wood stove with cook plate add to the coziness. Wide pine floors, center hall stairwell, original moldings and architectural details, and antique doors and hardware make this home a classic while smart thermostats, smart switches, and modern amenities make it comfortable and inviting.The attached two car garage, adjoining the mudroom accessing the back stairwell, and barn (with some finished interior space) offer storage, hobby space, and more. Some furniture may be negotiable. This home has potential as a boutique B&B and/or convert the huge primary bedroom space, which has a direct entry and stairwell, to an accessory dwelling unit. The 1.3 acre lot with beautiful stone walls is graced by rare Golden Chain trees, apple trees, lilacs, beach roses, various perennials, and raised garden beds.The northwesterly side offers panoramic views of the Mahoosuc mountains, Presidentials and Mount Washington, with spectacular sunsets daily. Residents of Paris Hill may apply for membership at the Sandy Shore Swim Club located on the shores of nearby Norway Lake. Paris Hill hosts monthly community suppers, May through September, music events, history presentations, and more. The Paris Hill post office, 9 hole golf course and country club, village green, and community club are all easy walking distance from this exceptional country home.