137 Doreen Street, New Bedford, MA 02745

Property Description

Discover a private recreational estate with room to live, host, and explore. Set on approximately 2.45 acres in New Bedford’s North End, this remarkable property combines a lovingly cared-for home with resort-style outdoor amenities and exciting potential for a home-based or hospitality venture, subject to local approvals.The 1,900+ sq. ft. residence offers three spacious bedrooms, two full baths, warm wood finishes, abundant natural light, and flexible living spaces for everyday comfort, guests, work, or entertaining. A spacious kitchen makes gathering easy, while the adaptable layout offers room to imagine hosting visitors or creating dedicated work and recreation spaces.Outside, expansive lawns, gardens, mature woodland, privacy hedges, landscape lighting, walking paths, and multiple gathering areas create the feel of a peaceful country retreat. An enchanted woodland trail invites year-round nature walks. The 22-by-14-foot pool and full collegiate-size basketball and pickleball court with stadium lighting bring recreation right to your door. A detached 28-by-12-foot workshop with recessed lighting and ample storage, powered sports shed, carport, full alarm system, and extensive irrigation system with a 230-foot well and 58 sprinkler heads add even more versatility.The property may appeal to buyers envisioning a private residence paired with an Airbnb or VRBO short-term rental, daycare, or educational sports instruction and recreation business. Its flexible spaces and extensive outdoor amenities offer room to explore a range of possibilities, subject to applicable zoning, licensing, safety, and other approvals.Major updates include a roof approximately 10 years young and windows approximately 8 years young. Enjoy privacy and acreage while remaining close to restaurants, shopping, waterfront attractions, downtown New Bedford, and all the South Coast has to offer. MBTA Church Street Station is approximately two miles away, providing South Coast Rail service to Boston’s South Station.Private when you want it. Connected when you need it. This is a distinctive opportunity to bring your vision for home, hospitality, and recreation to life.