249 Granny Kent Pond RoadShapleigh, ME 04076Price: $724,900

This isn't your typical lake house--this is a home, thoughtfully transformed for year-round living while embracing everything there is to love about life on the water. The transformation began on the first floor and continued with the staircase and through the second story, creating a home that feels nearly new from top to bottom. As you step inside to a spacious entry designed for real life, with plenty of room to welcome guests, a coat closet, and a walk-in closet ready for all of Maine's winter gear. From there, a full bank of windows draws you toward the lake and fills the open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas with natural light. It's a space made for gathering--whether it's a quiet morning overlooking the water or a house full of family and friends. While the day is young, head down to the patio level, where you'll find a lakeview bedroom, office area, and a flexible space currently enjoyed as a playroom that could easily accommodate bunk beds for those family weekends at the lake. And then there's the outdoors--the reason you came. A 24' x 24' patio offers plenty of room to gather, while the screened porch sits so close to the water you'll feel as though you're floating above it. Beyond is your own sandy beachfront and dock, ready for swimming, boating, or simply settling into a chair with your toes in the sand. As the sun sets and you've bid adieu to your guests, retreat upstairs to the primary bedroom, where another bank of windows captures the lake views and a generous walk-in closet provides plenty of storage. A third bedroom, full bath, and large laundry room with additional storage complete this floor with efficiency and convenience. With a new leach field for the septic system and new well, this beautifully transformed, like-new lakefront home leaves little for you to do. Apply the sunscreen, pick your favorite chair, and settle in--because the lake house you've dreamed about is finally home.