2 Old Belgrade AvenueOakland, ME 04963Price: $289,900

What if the lake house you've been looking for is the one you restore yourself? Set on a surveyed 0.39-acre corner lot in Oakland, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse offers 2,484± square feet and something increasingly hard to find: 22± feet of owned frontage on Messalonskee Lake. Step inside and look beyond the finishes to the character waiting to be brought back to life. Wood floors, tall windows, substantial trim, a traditional staircase, built-ins, decorative mantel, clawfoot tub and a distinctive curved wall hint at what this Maine farmhouse could become. Generously sized rooms give you space to rethink the layout, restore the details you love and create a home that feels entirely your own. And then there's the attached three-story barn/garage-an impressive amount of space for storage, projects and future possibilities, adding another dimension to this distinctive property. The home needs substantial renovation and is best suited to a buyer who sees potential before polish. Public water and public sewer add convenience, while the in-town Oakland location keeps everyday amenities close. Oakland's recreational park and public boat landing are approximately 180 feet away, putting boating, fishing and Messalonskee Lake recreation practically at your doorstep. If you've been searching for a farmhouse restoration project, fixer-upper, or an opportunity for Messalonskee Lake waterfront ownership, this may be the one worth imagining differently.