49 Middle St Hallowell ME 04347 $699,000

The Benjamin Wales House is a Historic 1820 Federal listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Exquisite antique details are found in every room: 11 ceilings, beautiful wood floors, 8 fireplaces (4 are working), & incredible woodwork all ... ...(read more)

The Benjamin Wales House is a Historic 1820 Federal listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Exquisite antique details are found in every room: 11 ceilings, beautiful wood floors, 8 fireplaces (4 are working), & incredible woodwork all through the house. At center is the grand foyer w/flying staircase rising to the upper foyer & 4 grand bedrooms, all w/beautiful fireplaces & private baths. Matched Parlors at the front of the house allow space for billiards & a grand piano. Cypress floors & Mahogany ceiling & wainscoting highlight the formal dining room. The Library features an original tin ceiling & twin glass fronted cabinets flanking the fireplace. A bright & spacious modern kitchen w/Victorian style provides eat-in dining & great cooking space. Tall hickory cabinets w/2 large pantry units & a custom built slate sink area surround a center prep island. Adjacent is the former chopping room or summer kitchen that has become a very cozy family room w/a bedrm, 1/2 bath & separate laundry behind it. Rugged hand-hewn beams, original pine flooring & charming gas stove warm this room. A spiral staircase winds up from the family room to a grand Master suite w/cedar lined closets, self-closing sky lights & a sunroom overlooking the roof top deck. A double-sided fireplace warms a seating area & office space. Many updates over recent years have added security & efficiency to this wonderful old home. Central air, security system, sprinkler system, & ornamental gardens....(read less)