29 River RoadNewcastle, ME 04553MLS Number 1530640

Newcastle's recent changes to its land use codes have opened up lots of possibilities for properties within the D5 Village Business district. Their goal is to encourage entrepreneurial activity and make the most of the downtown infrastructure while maintaining the character of a downtown where walkability, attractive neighborhoods and architecture make it a desirable community to visit, live and work. This property consists of three separate lots. On side of the road are two lots that together comprise almost 1.5 acres within the Village Business District. The waterfront lot across the street is in the Village Residential District and falls mostly within the Shoreland Zone. The Village Business District allows for several uses that aren't allowed elsewhere in town including high density residential uses, restaurants, health care providers, banking services, retail, medium office space, educational facilities, hotel, even research labs. The towns of Newcastle and Damariscotta continue to be two of the most sought after towns in the midcoast for the charm of their downtowns, the livability of the area, the access to state of the art medical facilities, restaurants, art galleries, bookstores, theater groups ... the list goes on. And between the two towns is the Damariscotta River. An amazing estuary that has become synonymous with raising the best tasting oysters in the world on a river known for how clean its waters are. Recreational opportunities are everywhere. Whether you want to jump in a boat and cruise the coast or slip into your kayak and explore the wildlife in the little coves along the river. Hundreds of acres are conserved for public access and to maintain the natural character of the area. Walking trails through the woods and down to the shore are everywhere and offer a variety of experiences. Why not work and live an area that you love instead of just vacationing here?