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Listing broker remarks

Rocky Nook’s coastal charm shines in this inviting year-round cottage, ideally set on a quiet dead-end street just steps from the bay. The screened front porch is the heart of the home—an especially peaceful place to enjoy ocean breezes, water views, morning coffee, and summer evenings. Inside, the open floor plan offers easy, comfortable living, with a warm wood stove in the living room and a thoughtfully updated kitchen featuring soapstone counters and a vintage-style sink cabinet. The renovated bath includes a tiled shower. A first-floor bedroom adds flexibility, while two additional bedrooms are located upstairs. The home has been lifted to provide a full basement with washer/dryer hookups, an oversized access door, and excellent storage for beach gear and more. Town sewer, a new electrical panel and wiring, plus a rear porch/mudroom area add everyday convenience. Gray’s Beach is just minutes away, with a sandy beach, playground, tennis, and basketball. A special Rocky Nook retreat where relaxed seaside living begins right at your front porch.— ALANTE Real Estate

Key details

  • 862 sq ft
  • 2,700 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1912 built
  • $580 / sq ft
  • $4,759 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠9⁠4⁠5⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
12 Holmes Ave
Town
Kingston, MA
ZIP
02364
Deed (Bk/Pg)
58057 / 332

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Neighborhood: Kingston

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.