69 River Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664

Offered for the first time in generations, this gracious sea captain's home, built near the mouth of Bass River by Capt. Freeman Matthews in 1840, is just steps from the historic 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. 5 bed septic system/passing Title V. Lovingly cared for over the years. See full list of updates/improvements. Outside, the stunner is an expansive, fully fenced, VERY PRIVATE backyard with a 40'x20' Roman-end heated, salt water pool and 1,100 sq. ft. of cobblestone surround. Lawn, patios, mature gardens, spa - this home is an oasis within an oasis - offering a rare opportunity to live in the heart of the treasured Bass River community. Rhythms of summer are outside your front door. Tranquil streets. River breezes.The distant hum of boats moving up and down the river, heard from your bedroom. A GEM. Garage/storage barn is known to be the site of the very first Bass River General Store dating back to the early 1800's. Historical artifacts from the mercantile business still preserved on site! The home is on the National Register of Historic Places. Exterior is painted with Rhino Shield (paint designed to protect against environmental wear and tear) carrying a 25 year warranty. Bass River Yacht Club and Ship Shops 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 amazing location near the Windmill Beach and backyard pool. House is served by municipal water, and an Independent well services the irrigation system and pool.