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1 Alnette Road

Lake Attitash, Merrimac, MA 01860
$869,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,799 Living Area
  • Property Description
    LIFESTYLE CHANGE FOR SALE! Imagine waking up to sunrise & sparkling water views, enjoying morning coffee on a screened porch overlooking the lake & ending the day w/ a gentle summer breeze. This rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored waterfront Cape Cod cottage on desirable Lake Attitash offers not just a home, but an entirely different way of living. Warm, inviting & filled w/ character, this charming home blends original charm w/ thoughtful updates. Original wood floors, warm pine walls & a fieldstone fireplace w/ gas insert create a quintessential New England atmosphere, while enlarged windows, glass sliders & skylights bring the outdoors in & showcase breathtaking lake views from nearly every room. Updated kitchen & baths provide today's conveniences without sacrificing the home's personality. Step outside & the magic continues. The screened porch, deck & private dock capture spectacular 180-degree lake views—perfect for morning coffee, cocktails, entertaining or relaxing w/ a good book. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds provide a peaceful, private setting. Just listen to the birds singing! A dock, boat & two kayaks are included, so you can enjoy the lake immediately. Swim, waterski, fish, cruise by pontoon or speedboat, kayak, paddleboard, pedal around the lake, or simply drift along & take in the scenery. Lake Attitash is known for excellent fishing & has been featured on television by Charlie Moore, the “Mad Fisherman.” There is even a designated area to practice your golf swing & putting stroke! Or transform that space into a hot tub retreat & soak beneath the stars. A detached 2-car garage—rare w/ a waterfront property—was added in 2019 & provides space for cars, boats & lake toys. The full basement offers abundant storage & a workshop. Lake Attitash is known for clean water & abundant wildlife. Watch for swans, loons, ducks, blue herons, owls, eagles, cormorants & more. Pick wild blueberries, fish, paddle or simply relax by the water. Winter brings ice skating, ice sailing & ice fishing. This is the kind of property that invites you to slow down, have more fun & truly enjoy the life you've worked hard to create. Whether a year-round retreat, vacation home or gathering place for family & friends, this special waterfront home offers an extraordinary opportunity to embrace the lake lifestyle. Only 5 mins from Rte 495 & a short ride to Newburyport & charming downtown Amesbury. A truly special home in a truly special setting. If not now, when?
  • Highlights
    • Area: Lake Attitash
    • Has View: Yes
    • Parking Spots: 5
    • Property Type: Single Family Residence
    • Total Rooms: 8
    • Status: Active
    • Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ductless
    • Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Electric, Other
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Style: Colonial, Cape
    • Year Built: 1931
  • Additional Details
    • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
    • Construction: Frame
    • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Entrance Foyer
    • Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
    • SqFt Source: Measured
    • Year Built Details: Approximate, Renovated Since
    • Zoning: La
    • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System, Concrete, Unfinished
    • Exclusions: Please See Included/Excluded List
    • Fireplaces: 1
    • Foundation: Block
    • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
    • Roof: Shingle
    • View: Scenic View(s)
    • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Amenities
    • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
    • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Driveway
    • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Lake, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Direct Access
    • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
    • Waerfront: Yes
  • Utilities
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
    • Water Source: Public
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Fees / Taxes
    • Assessed Value: $744,700
    • Taxes: $9,822
    • Tax Year: 2026

Location

1 Alnette Road, Merrimac, MA 01860

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