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Listing broker remarks

Offered for the first time in generations, this gracious Sea Captain's home, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built by Capt. Freeman Matthews, and is located just steps from the historic Bass River Windmill Beach and Rotary. Solid, grand and spacious, featuring high ceilings, refinished pine floors, formal living rm w/ gas FP, library w/ built-ins, and comfortable family room opening to patio. Remodeled kitchen, LARGE 1st flr primary w/ new bath. Three more bedrooms up, w/ peeks of river and West Dennis beach. Finished 3rd flr (unheated & not included in sq ft) offers huge potential for bonus room/office. 4 bed septic system/passing Title V. Lovingly cared for over the years. Outside, the stunner is an expansive, fully fenced, VERY PRIVATE backyard with a 40'x20' Roman-end heated, salt water pool and approx.1,100 sq. ft. of cobblestone surround. Lawn, patios, mature gardens - this home is an oasis within an oasis - offering a rare opportunity to live in the heart of the treasured Bass River community. Rhythms of summer are outside your front door. Tranquil streets. River breezes.The distant hum of boats moving up and down the river. A GEM. Situated near the mouth of the river, a premium location for direct access to Nantucket Sound or kayaking across to Boater's Beach. The garage/storage barn is known to be the site of the very first Bass River General Store. Historical artifacts from the mercantile business still preserved on site! Bass River Yacht Club and Ship Shops are just down the street. Drop your kayak in the water at the Windmill Beach. Take in the sailboat races from River St. Or never leave your backyard!! Amazing year round home and FANTASTIC RENTAL POSSIBILITIES with the backyard pool and premium location almost across from the Windmill Beach. House is serviced by municipal water, and an Independent well services the irrigation system and pool. Exterior is painted with Rhino Shield (paint designed to protect against environmental wear and tear) carrying a 25 year warranty. See long list of Features, Updates and Improvements.PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS TO COME— William Raveis Real Estate & Homes Services

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Key details

  • 2,988 sq ft
  • 25,265 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1840 built
  • $660 / sq ft
  • $6,630 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠0⁠8⁠7⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
69 River St.
Town
Yarmouth, MA
ZIP
02664
Deed (Bk/Pg)
30515 / 121

Historic designations

National Register
Matthews, Freeman Jr. Barn · includes YAR.H

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Bass River

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.