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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,988 sqft

$1,975,000

69 River Street, South Yarmouth MA, 02664

Price per sqft$660.98
Built in1840
Property size2,988 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Sep 1, 2026

Updated 25h ago

Offered for the first time in generations, this gracious Sea Captain's home, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built by Capt. Freeman Matthews, and is located just steps from the historic Bass River Windmill Beach and Rotary. Solid, grand and spacious, featuring high ceilings, refinished pine floors, formal living rm w/ gas FP, library w/ built-ins, and comfortable family room opening to patio. Remodeled kitchen, LARGE 1st flr primary w/ new bath. Three more bedrooms up, w/ peeks of river and West Dennis beach. Finished 3rd flr (unheated & not included in sq ft) offers huge potential for bonus room/office. 4 bed septic system/passing Title V. Lovingly cared for over the years. Outside, the stunner is an expansive, fully fenced, VERY PRIVATE backyard with a 40'x20' Roman-end heated, salt water pool and approx.1,100 sq. ft. of cobblestone surround. Lawn, patios, mature gardens - this home is an oasis within an oasis - offering a rare opportunity to live in the heart of the treasured Bass River community. Situated near the mouth of the river, a premium location for direct access to Nantucket Sound or kayaking across to Boater's Beach. The garage/storage barn is known to be the site of the very first Bass River General Store. Historical artifacts from the mercantile business still preserved on site! Bass River Yacht Club and Ship Shops are just down the street. Drop your kayak in the water at the Windmill Beach. Take in the sailboat races from River St. Or never leave your backyard!! Amazing year round home and FANTASTIC RENTAL POSSIBILITIES with the heated pool and premium location across from the Windmill Beach. House is serviced by municipal water, and an independent well services the irrigation system and pool. Exterior is painted with Rhino Shield (coating designed to protect against environmental wear and tear) carrying a 25 year warranty. See long list of Features, Updates and Improvements.

$13,140/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $1,975,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
22604323

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.58 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$6,630
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes

Also listed on MLSPIN

Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services, Jennifer Y Schaffer

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