183 Menatoma Camp Rd, Readfield, ME 04355

Once part of a boys' camp on the shore of Lovejoy Pond, this 4-acre property is up the hill from the water & tucked privately in the woods. The previous boys' dorm is now a renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath open design home with a large barn, former stables (22' x 40') & cabin. The one-level home was completely remodeled & insulated in 2005 to take advantage of its cathedral ceilings and original wood floors. Heated by oil & an efficient soap stone wood stove, this home is toasty. The floor plan is open with 2 bedrooms at one end, & a full bath & laundry at the other end, under a sleeping loft. Vinyl windows & metal roof work with the vertical log structure of the exterior that resembles the look of the cabins on the Menatoma property. The screened porch on the front is a great place to enjoy the evenings without bugs. The barn had a new roof in 2019 & potential for endless hobbies & activities. The small building was the caretaker's cabin. This peaceful location is part of 36+ acre community that share 770' shoreline & 2 permanent docks along the eastern side of Lovejoy Pond. The Menatoma community has several common buildings that were once part of the camp: the former dining hall that can be used for private events, the library & craft buildings plus clay tennis court & ball fields. Lovejoy Pond is popular for fishing & boating. What makes it special is there is no public boat access, so the lake activity is by property owners on the Pond. The Menatoma Association is very active & keeps the roads & grounds well maintained. The annual Association fee is decided by all the members of the Association based on needs & improvements, running around $1,800 per year. This home is 1 of 5 year-round homes in the Association with its own well & septic. Though close to Augusta, the Staples is tucked away in its wooded space where friends & family are invited to come and relax in the quiet of the setting, telling stories & share laughter. A special place to make memories.