9 Turner Court

Surrounded by the stately homes and ship captains' mansions of Bath's Historic District is James Gretchell House, circa 1840. This south-facing gem is tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, its lovely proportions complemented by a private, professionally-landscaped terrace. When this Federal period house was fully renovated, many of its charming architectural elements were retained. The foyer opens to a winding pumpkin-pine staircase leading to the second-floor study and bedrooms. To the left is a sun-filled living room with fireplace and alcove, to the right, a formal dining room with butler's pantry. The kitchen is bright and efficiently designed, and from there, a winding staircase leads to a second floor bedroom. A brick-walled coat room also serves as a pantry or small office. The primary bedroom has a pretty, non-working fireplace as well as an adjacent bathroom. The spacious 'middle room' has been used as a study, tv room, and third bedroom. A washer-dryer is conveniently tucked in a closet. Off the study is another bedroom with excellent cross-ventilation and a winding staircase to the third floor. With north-facing skylights, this spacious room has been used as an artist's studio, office, and workout space and could also serve as a bedroom.There's ample storage space in the attic, and the insulated basement includes a gold-standard Veissman furnace and a well-lit workbench. The porch will be enjoyed well into fall; the terrace is perfect for dining. 9 Turner Court is a rare find; this quietly-elegant home is within walking distance through historic neighborhoods to downtown Bath, with its distinctive shops and restaurants, farmers' market, and waterfront park. It's less than a mile from two well-maintained boat launches, fifteen minutes to Brunswick, forty, to Portland.