1 Alnette Road

Taxes: $9,822.6 (2026)

About this home

LIFESTYLE CHANGE FOR SALE! Imagine waking up to sunrise & sparkling water views, enjoying morning coffee on a screened porch overlooking the lake & ending the day w/ a gentle summer breeze. This rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored waterfront Cape Cod cottage on desirable Lake Attitash offers not just a home, but an entirely different way of living. Warm, inviting & filled w/ character, this charming home blends original charm w/ thoughtful updates. Original wood floors, warm pine walls & a fieldstone fireplace w/ gas insert create a quintessential New England atmosphere, while enlarged windows, glass sliders & skylights bring the outdoors in & showcase breathtaking lake views from nearly every room. Updated kitchen & baths provide today's conveniences without sacrificing the home's personality. Step outside & the magic continues. The screened porch, deck & private dock capture spectacular 180-degree lake views—perfect for morning coffee, cocktails, entertaining or relaxing w/ a good book. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds provide a peaceful, private setting. Just listen to the birds singing! A dock, boat & two kayaks are included, so you can enjoy the lake immediately. Swim, waterski, fish, cruise by pontoon or speedboat, kayak, paddleboard, pedal around the lake, or simply drift along & take in the scenery. Lake Attitash is known for excellent fishing & has been featured on television by Charlie Moore, the “Mad Fisherman.” There is even a designated area to practice your golf swing & putting stroke! Or transform that space into a hot tub retreat & soak beneath the stars. A detached 2-car garage—rare w/ a waterfront property—was added in 2019 & provides space for cars, boats & lake toys. The full basement offers abundant storage & a workshop. Lake Attitash is known for clean water & abundant wildlife. Watch for swans, loons, ducks, blue herons, owls, eagles, cormorants & more. Pick wild blueberries, fish, paddle or simply relax by the water. Winter brings ice skating, ice sailing & ice fishing. This is the kind of property that invites you to slow down, have more fun & truly enjoy the life you've worked hard to create. Whether a year-round retreat, vacation home or gathering place for family & friends, this special waterfront home offers an extraordinary opportunity to embrace the lake lifestyle. Only 5 mins from Rte 495 & a short ride to Newburyport & charming downtown Amesbury. A truly special home in a truly special setting. If not now, when?

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Single Wide, Cape

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Window AC, Ductless Mini-Split System

Heating

Forced Air, Individual, Electric, None

Type

Detached

Flooring

Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood

Road type

Public, Paved, Publicly Maint., Dead End

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood

Waterfront

Lake, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Direct Access

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Aluminum

Roof

Aluminum

Garage

Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Side Entry

Lot

Gentle Slope, Scenic View(s)

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Improved Driveway

Basement

Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement, Exterior Access

Electric

Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps

Exterior

Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Gutters, Storage Shed, Screens

Interior

Cable Available

Waterview Features

Lake