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Listing broker remarks

Tucked at the end of a long driveway and barely visible from the road, this beautifully maintained home is set on nearly two acres abutting conservation. Rarely does a North Falmouth Village property offer this much land, privacy, and opportunity. The expansive grounds invite you to wander, gather around the outdoor hearth, rinse off in the outdoor shower after the beach, or simply enjoy having room to roam. The acreage also offers the potential to create a true estate property—expand the existing home or explore retaining it as a guest house while adding a larger main residence. Inside, the home is filled with sunlight, with generous windows offering serene views of nature. Hardwood floors, open living and dining areas, and a cozy wood stove create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, including two ensuite bedrooms, a first-floor guest room, mini-split AC, and an attached garage make this an ideal year-round home or Cape retreat. This North Falmouth property, just moments from Megansett Beach, the Shining Sea Bikeway, and village amenities, combines nearly two acres, extraordinary privacy, and so much possibility—a remarkable find not to be missed.— Kinlin Grover Compass

Key details

  • 1,296 sq ft
  • 1.91 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1955 built
  • $1,068 / sq ft
  • $3,779 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠7⁠5⁠6⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
72 Benjamin Nyes Lane
Town
Falmouth, MA
ZIP
02540
Deed (Bk/Pg)
26571 / 220

Map

Neighborhood: Falmouth

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.