Rockport oceanfront estate brings finest of Cape Ann living – The Salem News

I dont know anything about the sea, except that its romantic, Lucy Muir observes in the 1940s classic, The Ghost and Mrs. Muir. Shes right. The Captains House, a gracious, 17-room estate set directly on Rockports rocky shoreline, is awash in just the kind of romance that only New England seaside living can evoke. Owned by the same family for the past 50 years, this property presents a rare opportunity as a single-family home or waterfront bed-and-breakfast. Spacious grounds provide ample room for tented events, parking and outdoor activities all with 180-degree ocean views.

The home is set behind an original granite wall providing privacy amidst lush coastal gardens, observes listing agent George Kauss of Coldwell Residential Brokerage of Gloucester. The private setting belies how convenient the residence is to the many nearby beaches, fine restaurants, shops, art galleries and the world-famous Shalin Liu Performance Center that make Rockport one of New Englands most beloved travel destinations.

Built in 1910, the home's original architecture has been lovingly maintained throughout the residence. The artisan-crafted woodwork and built-in cabinets evoke an age when visitors left calling cards, and proper manners dictated that one did not respond to a written invitation by telephone. The coffered ceiling and two fireplaces create a living room ideal for quiet evenings at home or more formal entertaining, while the striking dining room affords the perfect space for both casual and formal repasts.

The kitchen, with butlers pantry and plenty of storage and prep space, boasts oak floors and stainless-steel appliances. A sunroom, laundry/mudroom with a commercial washer and dryer, half-bath, den and home office complete the main-level living space.

The second and third floors what would have been known as the family rooms in a bygone era feature eight generous bedrooms with full bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms have original fireplaces. All bedrooms offer ocean views.

In addition to its convenient location nearcharming shops and restaurants, the residence is minutes from the Rockport commuter rail station and less than an hour from Logan Airport.

The residence is idyllically situated, with over 150 feet of ocean frontage offering clear views of Straitsmouth Island and the twin lighthouses on Thacher Island. And being directly on the Rockport shoreline, you can swim, fish or picnic right from your own backyard. Its beautiful location with coastal breezes also keeps the home naturally cool during the warm weather, while a commercial furnace keeps the home cozy in the winter, says Kauss. This is a lifestyle unique to Cape Ann on one of Marmion Ways most prominent pieces of waterfront property.

The captain for whom the home is named was Capt. Clayton Morrissey, the most famous of Gloucester fishermen. Born in Nova Scotia in 1872, he began his storied career at age 13 as a deck boy. In 1923, Capt. Morrissey was the model for English sculptor Leonard Craskes Man at the Wheel, the internationally renowned intrepid fisherman statue dedicated to They that go down to the sea in ships.

This remarkable offering is shown by appointment.An open house will be held Saturday, May 13, from 2 to 4 p.m., at 69 Marmion Way.For more information and additional photos, visit http://www.CaptainsHouse.com.

AT A GLANCE:

17-room, ocean-front estate

8 bedrooms

9 full and one-half baths

5 fireplaces

$2,268,000

LISTED BY:

George Kauss

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

978- 979-2907

George.Kauss@NEMoves.com

http://www.ColdwellBankerHomes.com

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