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This beautifully renovated Federal-style home, known as the historic Peter White House, seamlessly blends 1809 heritage with modern luxury. Redesigned by renowned architect John Calvin Stevens in the early 20th century, this landmark estate sits on 11+ pastoral acres in prestigious Windham Hill offering endless possibilities. The recent renovation honors the home's storied past while delivering a sophisticated modern interior. The show stopping kitchen features top-of-the-line Subzero, Fisher Paykel & Wolf appliances with white leathered Brazilian countertops. Maple and pine floors, abundant natural light, and a crisp white palette create an airy, palatial farmhouse ambiance throughout. This complete lifestyle property offers a 5 bedroom, 2 full bath plus 2 powder room home with living and family rooms, library/office, loft, dining room, mudroom, screened porch and partially finished basement, plus a newly renovated studio apartment with full bath and kitchenette in the carriage house that's perfect for guests or income generation. The expansive grounds include open fields, small animal barn, fruit trees, old sugar shack turned wood storage, charming playhouse, and private sauna fitted with a cold-plunge clawfoot tub overlooking a magnificent field that was formerly an airstrip. There's even a spacious garage to house at least 4 vehicles or your small farm equipment. Surrounded by towering pines and maples, this private sanctuary provides rural tranquility while remaining convenient to Portland and in-town amenities and schools. Experience Maine's magic in every season with spring blossoms, summer serenity, brilliant autumn foliage, and winter wonderland snowscapes. Perfect for those seeking the complete New England estate experience. whether a multi-generational family, entrepreneur, or anyone drawn to distinctive historic properties with exceptional land and modern sophistication.
Single-familyProperty Type
1790Year Built
11.43 acresLot Size
$447Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sandra Wendland• Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
This beautiful antique estate located in historic Windham village has been meticulously maintained and updated, while never sacrificing its classic features. From the classic entry hall and graceful staircase to the 18th century stencils, its elegant past combines with modern updates such an open, sunny kitchen, home office spaces, and finished lower level to allow for all the facets of contemporary life. With plenty of room for family and guests, four bedrooms, formal and casual entertaining spaces, and 3 working fireplaces, this is a perfect home for every season, every holiday. Situated on 11+ acres, with a graceful tree-lined drive, mature gardens, open fields, a carriage house, barn, sauna and maple sugar shack, there are opportunities to explore multiple uses. The new screened-in porch, deck and stone patio add entertainment space looking out at the beautiful grounds. Equestrians, gardeners and gentle farmers, take note.
MREIS #1267880
Apr 14, 2017
Price Changed
$499,000
$101/sq ft
Jun 7, 2016
Listed
$525,000
$107/sq ft
MREIS #1213963
May 1, 2015
Listed
$529,000
$107/sq ft
MREIS #1127582
Apr 1, 2014
Listed
$549,000
$111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,704 (+6.5%)
$189,100 + $1,030,100
$1,219,200
2024
$13,811 (+43.9%)
$189,100 + $1,015,000
$1,204,100
2023
$9,596 (+20.6%)
$175,800 + $681,000
$856,800
2022
$7,954 (+10.6%)
$143,300 + $541,800
$685,100
2021
$7,190 (−7.4%)
$124,700 + $445,900
$570,600
2020
$7,766 (+2.5%)
$104,900 + $412,800
$517,700
2019
$7,579 (−0.5%)
$104,900 + $412,800
$517,700
2018
$7,617 (+7.9%)
$94,300 + $407,500
$501,800
2017
$7,058 (+8.7%)
$84,500 + $345,100
$429,600
2016
$6,492 (+3.6%)
$84,500 + $329,000
$413,500
2015
$6,265 (+3.3%)
$84,500 + $329,000
$413,500
2014
$6,066
$84,500 + $329,000
$413,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
11.43 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,068
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,068
Year built
1790
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
139628
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
VR
Village Residential District
The intent of the Village Residential District is to serve as a residential area with a walkable mixture of limited small business enterprise uses that meet local neighborhood needs for limited business services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Kennel
Cemetery
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
24% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Windham, ME • 04062
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48
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 274 Pope Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $690,000 and $889,000.
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