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Listing broker remarks

Situated on a bucolic corner lot, this impeccably restored 1740 house offers extraordinary modern-day features and amenities. Set on 1.17 acres, this estate boasts an outdoor kitchen, terraced gardens, a bocce court, garden shed and a two-story barn. The cathedral-ceiling kitchen, located at the center of the house opens to a screened-porch, dining room, living room and den. The rooms are intimate and feature wood paneling, exposed beams and original fireplaces. Multiple small spaces offer charm and storage. Secret bookcases, pantries, cupboards and walk-in closets are wonderful surprises in every room. Five bedrooms and four baths provide ample room for family and guests. A large two-room hall offers numerous storage options blending home-life with an outdoor lifestyle. Maintained in its original restored glory, this is a rare opportunity to celebrate history while living with modern conveniences in Harwich Port.— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • sold
  • 1,827 sq ft
  • 30,928 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1740 built
  • $763 / sq ft
  • $9,571 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠9⁠8⁠1⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
74 Doane Rd
Town
Harwich, MA
ZIP
02646
Sold for
$1,395,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
35947 / 153

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
HRW.315

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Harwich

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.