7 High Holborn StreetGardiner, ME 04345Sale Price: $635,000

For the first time, the historic former Central Street Schoolhouse is being offered for sale as one of the most unique homes in Central Maine. This property has been lovingly restored into a home and studio which features a circa 1887, 3,800 square foot living space with 13-foot ceilings, and a circa 1960, 6,000 square foot addition with many possibilities (storage space, studio rental or in-home business). This creative, spacious, open concept home offers a large custom kitchen with built in appliances, a wet bar with draft beer kegerator and coffee area, and slate counter tops fashioned from the original schoolhouse chalkboards. Huge south facing windows flood the interior with sunshine and passive solar. Concrete radiant heat floor is finished with a polished granite look. Large solar array preheats the hot water for the radiant heat and domestic hot water. There is a full basement with concrete floor. Amazing custom baths! Restored original tin ceilings, exposed brick walls and several seating areas. The current owners are artists, and this property is an amazing and elegant venue to display artwork and other prized possessions. This is a perfect space for entertaining friends and family! Large one acre lot in the heart of Gardiner that stretches across the block with access from two streets. Just a 5 minute walk to Gardiner Commons, and easily walkable to Gardiner's historic downtown and waterfront park. Large fenced in yard with private brick patio area and spacious 2 car garage. Large parking area in front front features a 90-foot circular flower and organic vegetable garden. If you are looking for a spacious, truly one-of-a-kind home, look no further.