Welcome to the Captain Richard Snow Handy Estate, Circa 1830. Classic sea side Colonial offers elegance on prestigious Oceanview Avenue steps to pristine Riley’s Beach & Loop beach. Fondly known as the General Mather House, on the National Register of Historic Places. Rare legacy property is being offered for the first time in nearly 90 years. Expansive rooms are designed for multi generational living for both family life and entertaining. Substantial addition was built to the rear in approximately 1917. On the second level you have plenty of room for guests with 5 bedrooms each offering easy access to 3 full baths. You’ll love the original honey colored warm wide pine floors, custom paneling and the authentic 4 chimneys with 7 fireplaces, 3 are operational. Located on the first level where you will be relaxing with family and friends. Spacious kitchen w/ adjoining pantry & laundry room. Celebrating holidays will be special in the luxuriously large dining room, living room w/ built ins and parlor. Bonus family room with easy access to patio and screened porch for ocean breezes. Private 1/2 acre with rose Arbor, mature Holly and Linden trees. Buyer/agent to verify all information
Property Details
Price:
$2,950,000
MLS #:
22504970
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
Oct 3, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
3,740
Total Sq Ft:
3,740
Lot Size:
21,780 sqft / 0.50 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1830
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Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Dryer, Electric Water Heater
188 Ocean View Avenue Cotuit Barnstable MA is a Single Family for sale in Barnstable, MA, 02635. It is listed for $2,950,000 and features 5 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 3,740 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1830. The current price per square foot is $789. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Barnstable is $766. The average listing price for Single Family in Barnstable is $2,066,677. To schedule a showing of MLS#22504970 at 188 Ocean View Avenue Cotuit in Barnstable, MA, contact your Pleasant Bay Realty agent at (774) 209-1428.
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