1619 Bear River RoadNewry, ME 04261MLS Number 1455324

Historic Homestead property abuts Step Falls, one of Maine's most beautiful waterfalls. The 5th Generation is now offering this homestead for sale. With it's spectacular 360 degree views of gorgeous mountains and fields, the property consists of 113+/- pristine acres with 34 acres of fields, and 79 wooded acres which can provide periodic income from timber harvesting. This property is only 12 minutes to Sunday River Ski & Golf Resort. Grafton Notch State Park and Appalachian Trail is only 5 minutes away also easy access to ITS 82 for snowmobiling. Great investment property has potential for Bed and Breakfast, Wedding Venue, Restaurant, Pub, family compound or whatever your vision may be.Over 100 years ago nature camps were built and occupied by families that traveled from cities by train to Bethel, and then on to the Wight's Brook Camps via buckboard wagon. At that time the camps were connected by a wooden boardwalk. The days were filled with fly fishing, tramping, hunting, and yes, a dip in Step Falls for those who dared. At the turn of the 20th century a nature lover, Charles Kellogg, traveled to Newry to this homestead where he was instrumental in building of the camps. Charles was famous for his ability to sing like a bird and was known as the Bird Man. (The remaining camps are short term leases are owned by individuals who lease the land from us. Again an income stream.)This home itself very sound and has great bones. Many updates include Buderus furnace and indirect water heater, Anderson windows and doors, extra insulation. This historic property is looking for new owners to decorate with their taste. Come take a look!MLS#: 1455085COVID-19: Due to nationwide concerns about COVID-19 and as a courtesy to home sellers, please do not schedule showings if the buyer's agent or buyers exhibits cold/flu-like symptoms or meets any of the criteria for self-quarantine mandated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. By proceeding with schedul