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56 Rip Van Winkle Way, Bourne, MA 02532

Barnstable County

Key Facts

5Beds
3Baths
2,972Sq Ft
1939Year Built
0.51Lot (acres)
1Garage

Description

Set on its own peninsula overlooking Buttermilk Bay, this landmark waterfront residence offers an extraordinary 485 feet of direct water frontage and vibrant views in every direction. With water visible from nearly every window, the home captures the beauty, light, and that define life on the Cape. The front garden welcomes you with mature plantings and picturesque arches that create a peaceful and inviting approach. Inside, the home blends Mediterranean architectural character with thoughtful modern updates, offering generous space for entertaining while maintaining the warmth and charm of a classic villa. Bay views greet you immediately and continue to unfold as you move through the living spaces and into the sunroom with panoramic views over the large yard. The main living areas are designed to bring the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light. Upstairs the bedrooms enjoy western exposure, offering serene sunset views over the water at the end of each day.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Spanish Colonial / Italianate

Year Built

1939

Living Area

2,972 sq ft

Lot Size

0.51 acres

Garage Spaces

1

Parking Spaces

6

Zoning

R40

Days on Market

356

MLS® Listing#

73369737

Property Features

Interior:
Ceiling Fan(s), Master Downstairs
Exterior:
Rain Gutters, Garden, Outdoor Shower
Appliances:
Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Cooling:
None, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric, Zoned
Flooring:
Wood
Fireplace:
Master Bedroom
Parking:
Paved, Attached, Off Street, Garage
Laundry:
Sink
Patio:
Porch, Patio, Enclosed
Lot Features:
Level, Landscaped, Waterfront
Construction:
Frame, Stone
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Roof:
Shingle
Community:
Park
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Water Source:
Public

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1First
  • Bathroom 2First
  • Bathroom 3Second
  • Bedroom 2Main
  • Bedroom 3Main
  • Bedroom 4Second
  • Bedroom 5Second
  • Dining RoomMain
  • Family RoomFirst
  • KitchenMain
  • Living RoomFirst
  • Master BedroomMain

HOA & Tax

HOA:
None
Annual Tax:
$10,147 (2025)
Assessed Value:
$1,224,100
Parcel #:
2183474

Directions

Route 6/28 to Lincoln Ave to Rip Van Winkle Way

Affordability Calculator

$390,000

Estimated monthly payment

$10,379/mo

Principal $1,560,000 · Est. interest $2,176,339 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Bourne, MA

$728,205
Median Listing Price
56
Median Days on Market
2,045
Median Sq Ft
$384
Median Price / Sq Ft
90
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 168% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 71% above the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Bourne, MA.

Location

  • 56 Rip Van Winkle Way, Bourne, MA 02532

Walk Score

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Nearby Schools

  • St Margaret School

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Massachusetts Maritime Academy

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • Champions at Bourne Intermediate School

    School · 1.8 mi away

  • Peebles Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • Bourne Intermediate School

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • Bourne High School

    Secondary · 1.8 mi away

  • Ethel E. Hammond School

    School · 1.9 mi away

  • Christopher Donovan Day School and Donovan Center for Child Development

    School · 1.9 mi away

  • Bourne Middle School

    Secondary · 1.9 mi away

  • Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School

    Secondary · 2.3 mi away

  • Bournedale Elementary School

    Elementary · 2.3 mi away

  • Champions at Bournedale Elementary School

    Elementary · 2.3 mi away

  • Minot Forest

    School · 3.3 mi away

  • Children's Workshop

    School · 3.7 mi away

  • Bridgeview Montessori School

    Elementary · 4.6 mi away

  • Wareham High School

    Secondary · 5.0 mi away

  • Wareham Middle School

    Secondary · 5.2 mi away

  • Wareham Cooperative Alternative School

    Secondary · 5.3 mi away

  • The New Testament Christian School

    School · 5.4 mi away

  • South Elementary School

    Elementary · 5.9 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Upper Cape Realty Corp. - 5087592121

Presented by: James Abdu

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