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Property Description
An exceptional opportunity to acquire Bliss Farm Inn, an established bed-and-breakfast and a remarkable piece of Maine history. Set on 5.34 acres in Durham, this distinctive hospitality property combines historic character, thoughtfully restored accommodations, and an established guest experience with the opportunity to continue a cherished innkeeping tradition. Traditionally dated to circa 1772, the historic Bagley-Bliss House is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. The beautifully appointed farmhouse features five guest bedrooms, each with a private bath, original woodwork, pine floors, four fireplaces, and a charming beehive oven. Guests enjoy the inviting great room anchored by the original hearth, library, dining room, and welcoming common spaces that create a memorable New England country inn experience. The operating business offers a foundation for continued success, with established booking activity and repeat guests who appreciate the inn's personalized hospitality, peaceful rural setting, and farm-to-table breakfasts. The property also includes a period-reproduction carriage house with three suites and a spacious gathering room, offering additional flexibility for guest accommodations, retreats, workshops, or other approved uses. The carriage house is fully permitted and first floor ADA compliant. Ideally positioned within convenient reach of Bowdoin College in Brunswick and Bates College in Lewiston, the inn is well situated to serve visiting families, alumni, faculty, and guests attending campus events, along with travelers exploring southern Maine. Freeport, Brunswick, Portland, and Auburn provide additional draws for shopping, dining, recreation, and regional travel. A rare opportunity to step into an operating hospitality business while preserving an important piece of Maine's heritage. Continue the inn's established tradition, build on its guest relationships, and make this extraordinary property your next venture.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1290 Royalsborough Rd
General
- Price: $940,000
- Taxes: $10,899 (2027)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1684315
- Updated: 10/18/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Bed & Breakfast, Freestanding Building, Hotel/Motel,
Interior
- Interior Features: Storage
- Flooring: Wood
Additional Information
- Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System, Internet Access Available, Water Radon Mitigation System
Parking
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces
Location
- County: Androscoggin
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Electric, Oil, Propane, Wood, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Zoned, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Post & Beam
- Construction: Wood Frame, Clapboard
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bulkhead, Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 6,408
- Year Built: 1772
- Other Struct. Feat.: Generator, Fire System, Sprinkler - Wet
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 5.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 232,610.4
- Zoning: Rural Residential
- Lot Description: Historic District, Rural
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $10,899
- Tax Year: 2027
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 122
Listed by Hearth & Key Realty (207) 241-2327
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Price & Sales History for 1290 Royalsborough Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/18/2026
Listed
$940,000
66.89%
MLS
3/23/2021
Sold
$563,250
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1290 Royalsborough Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$14,735
54%
$438,800
—
2024
$9,544
2%
$438,800
—
2023
$9,368
3%
$438,800
—
2022
$9,083
—
$438,800
—
2021
$9,083
2%
$438,800
—
2020
$8,886
—
$438,800
—
2019
$8,886
-8%
$438,800
-11%
2018
$9,685
5%
$491,600
—
2016
$9,242
-46%
$491,600
-50%
2015
$17,108
109%
$983,200
100%
2014
$8,185
11%
$491,600
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2013
$7,349
—
$491,600
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1290 Royalsborough Road, Durham, ME 04222 (MLS# 1684315) is a Commercial property. 1290 Royalsborough Road is currently listed for $940,000 and was received on October 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 1290 Royalsborough Road? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Durham? You can browse all Durham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

