$1,975,000
4 Bed
3 Bath
2,988 Sqft Building
25,265 Sqft Lot

69 River Street, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts 02664

  • Residential Property Type
  • 660.98 Price/Sqft
  • 3 Cars Garage
  • 1840 Year Built

Property Description

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. 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 heated pool and premium location 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 (coating designed to protect against environmental wear and tear) carrying a 25 year warranty. See long list of Features, Updates and Improvements.

Basic Details

CCIMLS
$1,975,000
$6,630
2026
Residential
For Sale
4
3
3
9
1840
2,988 Sqft
25,265 Sqft
Active
Single Family Residence
22604323
William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services
Jennifer Y Schaffer

Features

: Natural Gas
: Partial
: Full
: Patio, Porch, Deck
: 3
: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Natural Gas
: Garden, Underground Sprinkler System, Hot Tub
1
: Tile, Wood, Laminate
1
: Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Cedar Closet(s), Attic Storage
: Electric Dryer
: Level, Cleared, Fenced/Enclosed
: Paved, Driveway, Off Street, Detached
: Other, Asphalt
No
0 - .1

Additional Information

: Antique, Greek Revival
: Shingle Siding, Clapboard
: Outbuilding
: No
: Public, Well
No
25
10/05/2026

Address Map

69 River Street
MA
Barnstable
South Yarmouth
02664
0
W71° 48' 8.6''
N41° 39' 21''
Old Main St. to River St., just past rotary. Or, Pleasant St. to River, just past rotary. Or South St. to River St.
Property