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Property Description
Ever dreamed of owning a movie set? Tucked away on sought-after Surf Street and set against the backdrop of picturesque Popham Beach, this romantic cedar-shake cottage features vernacular Gothic Revival architecture and served as the house in the film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' best-selling novel Message in a Bottle. Nestled among pitch pines and just steps from the sand, this peaceful property offers a calm, timeless atmosphere. With a strong rental history and a variety of spaces for gathering and relaxing-there's room for everyone. Receive guests in comfort on the airy screened-in front porch. Inside, charm and comfort abound framed by panoramic water views from nearly every room. The eat-in kitchen features a butcher block countertop, beadboard ceiling, built-in china closet, and a washer and dryer for your convenience. A screened-in door leads to a covered farmer's porch and screened in porch, perfect for savoring morning coffee or evening drinks. Enjoy the ease of entertaining in the open living and dining room with a cozy electric fireplace. A bonus room off the living area connects to the shared full bath, offering flexibility-perfect as a first-floor primary suite, office, or den. Upstairs, three bedrooms and a lofted sleeping area provide separate, comfortable spaces for guests to unwind. The attic space above offers ample storage space with the opportunity for additional living space. Just 3 minutes to historic Fort Popham and Spinney's Restaurant, 28 minutes to downtown Bath, 40 minutes to Maine Street Brunswick and just over an hour to Portland.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 46 Surf St
General
- Sold For: $1,475,000
- HOA FEE: $17/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $7,321 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1625799
- Added to Site: 326 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch, Screened
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Location
- County: Sagadahoc
Community
- Association: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Other, Direct Vent Heater
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water: Well, Private
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Shingle
- Construction: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 1495
- Square Feet: 1,495
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,495 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,495 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,495 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1800
Lot Features
- Property View: Scenic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.51
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 22,215.6
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Street/Road Desc.: Private Road, Gravel
- Zoning: Shoreland
- Lot Description: Open, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $200
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $7,321
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 99
Listed by Keller Williams Realty (207) 879-9800
Sold by Sharon Drake Real Estate, Inc. (207) 443-1005
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Schools
Schools serving 46 Surf St
School District:Regional School Unit 01
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Morse High School 826 Shipbuilder Drive, Bath, ME 04530 | 9-12 | 11.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 46 Surf St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/28/2025
Sold
$1,475,000
13.46%
MLS
6/11/2025
Listed
$1,300,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
46 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 04562 (MLS# 1625799) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,475,000 on July 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 46 Surf Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Phippsburg? You can browse all Phippsburg real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

