About This Home

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 3704 Bennoch Road in Alton, ME is listed for $200,000 ($28 per sqft). Built in 1953, the home offers 7,200 sqft of living space on a 2.70 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1953
  • 2.70 acre lot

Property Details

1953

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

A landmark location. Endless possibilities. One extraordinary commercial opportunity. Welcome to Happy Acres Hall, a historic dance hall and event venue on Route 16 in Alton. Since 1953, generations have gathered here to dance, celebrate and make memories.

Now, this approximately 7,200-square-foot commercial property is ready for its next chapter. Originally opened as a traditional Maine "bottle club," Happy Acres offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors or event venue operators seeking a property with character, name recognition and significant infrastructure improvements.

The showstopper is the original 7,000-square-foot maple hardwood dance floor, a remarkable reminder of the hall's lively past. Above it, more than 650 hand-stenciled ceiling tiles preserve the names and memories of those who helped make it a beloved gathering place.

Current owners have made substantial investments, including a new septic system and leach field, well updates, full fire suppression/sprinkler system, on-demand tankless water heater and 14kW Kohler generator. See listing documents for a full rundown of improvements.

A large, graded and graveled parking lot provides parking for dozens of guests. The small commercial kitchen includes a refrigerator, convection oven and appliances. Tables, chairs and other equipment also convey. This property offers an opportunity for someone with vision.

Imagine live music and dancing returning or creating a destination for weddings, celebrations, private functions and community events. A fully liquor-licensed establishment may also be possible, subject to applicable licensing and regulatory approvals. With its recognizable name, distinctive historic features and major improvements already completed, Happy Acres Hall is a one-of-a-kind chance to establish a business in a memorable Maine landmark. The history is already here. The next chapter is yours to write.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,070/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$145
Interest$867
Insurance$58

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3704 Bennoch Road

Alton, ME 04468

Property Details

Flooring

Wood

Construction

Wood Frame Vinyl Siding

Heating

Space HeaterPropane (Heating)

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Questions & Answers

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 3704 Bennoch Road is listed at $200,000 ($28/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,069 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1953, 2.70 acre lot.

This property is listed by Catherine Solari.

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Catherine Solari

Agent at ERA Dawson Bradford Co., Realtors

Listed by ERA Dawson Bradford Co., Realtors · Broker phone: 207-947-6788 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

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3704 Bennoch Road, Alton, ME 04468

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