Every home tells a story–this one tells many. Built in 1876, as the summer residence of Massachusetts Governor and industrialist William Lewis Douglas, this remarkable estate is a true piece of Cape Cod history. Blending Queen Anne & Colonial Revival architecture, it captures the elegance of its era with soaring ceilings, gleaming fir hardwood floors, intricate woodwork, bay windows, custom made gas fireplace, columns, and a striking wraparound porch perfect for sea breezes and gatherings. Set on just over an acre above Monument Beach and Buzzards Bay, the property offers privacy, mature trees, and the possibility of enhanced views. The spacious 3,467 sq. ft. residence features 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, & expansive entertaining rooms where generations have hosted family celebrations, weddings, and clambakes. Easy access to the beach & convenient to Boston and Providence, the home offers both retreat & connection. Whether preserved in its historic grandeur or reimagined with modern luxuries, it remains what it has always been–a place to gather, celebrate, and dream. Rare offering to own an exceptional property!
Property Details
Price:
$1,325,000
MLS #:
22504058
Status:
Pending
Beds:
6
Baths:
2.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
Aug 20, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
3,467
Total Sq Ft:
3,467
Lot Size:
49,658 sqft / 1.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1876
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Schools
School District:
Bourne
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood, Vinyl
Heating
Hot Water
Exterior
Architectural Style
Antique
Construction Materials
Shingle Siding
Exterior Features
Outdoor Shower
Parking Features
Shell
Roof
Asphalt
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$8,253
Map
Community
- Address20 Douglas Avenue Monument Beach Bourne MA
- CityBourne
- CountyBarnstable
- Zip Code02553
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Bourne as of Sep 05, 2025
50
Single Family Listed
93
Avg DOM
509
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,241,432
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 20 Douglas Avenue Monument Beach Bourne MA is a Single Family for sale in Bourne, MA, 02553. It is listed for $1,325,000 and features 6 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 3,467 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1876. The current price per square foot is $382. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Bourne is $509. The average listing price for Single Family in Bourne is $1,241,432. To schedule a showing of MLS#22504058 at 20 Douglas Avenue Monument Beach in Bourne, MA, contact your Pleasant Bay Realty agent at (774) 209-1428.
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