Nestled on coveted High Street in Hope, this well-built 1982 passive solar home on nearly 15 acres is a beauty. All the soul-satisfying appeal of small-town living is framed by proximity to vibrant coastal villages, eateries, amenities, schools, lakes and harbors just minutes away. A large deck looks upon a landscape of mature plantings, a gently sloped field (perfect for sledding), acres of woodlands with trails, old stone walls and a hidden pond (think: ice-skating party). Views of the mountain ridgeline, awesome in every season, including glorious sunrises enjoyed from most rooms. Inside, the light-filled open floor plan with fireplaces at either end is fresh and welcoming with 10 rooms, 3 bedrooms and 4 baths. The kitchen, completely renovated in February, features plenty of cabinet space, local granite, a dreamy specialty gas range and a generous walk-in pantry. An office (and full bath) on the main floor allows for optional uses. Three bedrooms, including the ensuite primary, are on the 2nd floor. On the lower walk-out level there's a large family (media-craft-office-school) room with library wall, built-ins and large windows. Another corner room and a full bath with laundry afford privacy for guests. The large screened-in space with a paver-stone floor serves as a breezy retreat or summer game room. The home is equipped with 100MBPS high speed fiberoptic internet and a whole-house generator. A custom-made predator-proof chicken coop and abundant maple trees for your own private-label syrup round out the coastal-country experience! You'll quickly come to cherish this captivating slice of nature.