Some properties feel like they belong in a storybook, and this one might just be the real thing! Set on 39.2 beautiful acres just 10 minutes from downtown Bethel, this enchanting cottage offers an extraordinary blend of charm, privacy, and modern sustainability. Surrounded by rolling lawns, peaceful woodlands, and a picturesque creek, the property is a nature lover's dream. Thoughtfully constructed with post-and-beam craftsmanship and energy-efficient straw-bale insulation, the home is filled with character and warmth. Extensive improvements, including solar panels, battery storage, and an EV charger, bring modern convenience to this one-of-a-kind retreat. Located on a quiet dead-end road, with endless opportunities for exploring, gardening, and outdoor recreation, this private sanctuary feels worlds away while remaining close to Bethel Village, Sunday River, and everything western Maine has to offer.