689 Hard Scrabble Road, Sweden, ME 04088

STUNNING LOG HOME, lovingly renovated to blend classic craftsmanship with modern comforts. Natural wood, cathedral ceiling, and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace define the heart of this home. A showstopper kitchen features leathered granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry, lighting and stainless appliances. Casual or formal dining options are perfect for entertaining while gorgeous wood and tile floors grace the living space. An integral first-floor sunroom, office or studio is ideal for remote work or quiet relaxation.  A soaring stone fireplace reaches high with a fun and functional loft overlooking and leading to the 2nd floor primary suite. Two more bedrooms and a full bath are located off the first floor and share access to a private screen porch for summer breezes. The open walk-out basement is ready for finishing or extra storage. Nestled on 6.48 private acres with over 1000' of road frontage for privacy with stonewalls, flowering perennials, and a sunny yard to play or soak in the serenity. There is also a workshop in a separate basement area plus a large garden shed.  Carsley Brook, described as a year-round cold-water stream, connects to the Bridgton border, and runs through the Highland Research Forest Trail system with hiking and X-country ski trails. Also, nearby to Highland golf course and snow mobile trails plus Highland Lake and downtown Bridgton.  This peaceful property is ready to be your forever home or vacation retreat in the lakes' region of Maine. Less than 30 miles to the seacoast, the city of Portland and jetport, this rural location also has very easy access to many main roads leading to nearby Lovell, Naples, Fryeburg and Harrison amenities as well. As part of the MSAD72 school district, students & parents will benefit from Fryeburg's Internationally renowned Academy education and Performing Arts Center.