69 River St.

Taxes: $6,630 (2026)

About this home

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. 5 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, spa - 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

Property details

Sewer

On-Site

Style

Antique, Greek Revival

Water

City/Town Water, Private Water

Cooling

Window AC, Heat Pump, Ductless Mini-Split System

Heating

Electric Baseboard, Gas, Hot Air Gravity, Ductless Mini-Split System

Type

Detached

Flooring

Wood, Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank / LVP, Wall to Wall Carpet, Pine, Stone / Slate

Road type

Public, Paved, Publicly Maint.

Appliances

Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Other (See Remarks)

Roof

Rubber, Asphalt/Composition Shingles

Garage

Detached, Storage, Carriage Shed

Lot

Cleared, Fenced/Enclosed, Level

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Stone/Gravel

Basement

Crawl, Bulkhead

Electric

200 Amps

Exterior

Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Barn/Stable, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden Area

Interior

Cable Available, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Satellite