This project involved the renovation of and addition to a circa 1900 coastal summer cottage in Boothbay Harbor Maine. The owners wanted to make necessary repairs and updates to allow for 3 season use, while still retaining the original charm of the cottage. A 4 season Master Quarters was added to the existing cottage. The Master Quarter structure includes; a master bedroom overlooking a private cove, a master bathroom, a high performance spray foam insulation, radiant heat provided by an energy efficient boiler, a stone fireplace in the great room, a kitchenette, laundry room, and a dressing room. A glass porch with spectacular views into Boothbay Harbor connects the old cottage with the new retreat while also providing natural ventilation to both spaces.
The existing cottage improvements included; a new foundation, structural steel, and rigid insulation on the exterior in order to maintain the character of the interiors. The existing cottage also received a new cedar shingle siding and roof, new windows, and some interior improvements including a new kitchen. The garage was strategically placed to buffer the property from the road. The garage includes a workshop and a guest suite upstairs. The site improvements complemented the previously developed site with native landscaping.