Nestled on a private 2.5 acre lot in south/central Maine this home is surrounded by seven lakes that make up the Belgrade Chain including Long Pond and Great Pond an 8,500-acre crystal clear lake with spectacular scenery, wildlife and excellent fishing. Be a part of the Belgrade Lakes Village Currier & Ives community with the holiday hayrides and the Christmas Stroll.   The Center for All Seasons provides sports, summer camp and after-school activities for children. In In 2008 the Belgrade Lakes Golf Course was voted the number one course in Maine.   http://www.belgradelakesgolf.com http://www.belgradelakesmaine.com/Default.asp?Key=1   Located close to Augusta, Waterville and Lewiston/Auburn (Portland approx 1 hr. commute), this home provides the best of both worlds with its close proximity to businesses, shops and restaurants yet secluded enough to snow mobile, cross country ski, and view incredible wildlife just a few steps from your door.   Set back far from the main road, a wooded area screens the house from the road for privacy then transitions to an open grassy lawn. The house is a charming raised ranch with 950 square feet of living space on the main floor and approx. 650 square feet of living space on the first floor. The well designed layout allows for spacious rooms with minumal overall spuare footage for low heating bills. The first floor has a large foyer with a large closet, custom ceramic tile floor and French doors leading to a family room with decorative propane stove on a ceramic tile hearth perfect for those cozy winter nights. The family room has a unique lighting scheme to accentuate different areas and laminate flooring with ceramic tile inlays.   The large master bedroom is privately located on the first floor with ample closet space. The first floor bath has a custom ceramic tile shower with three heads and a built in seat. The vessel sink has a ceramic tile backsplash with a European flavor. An oak stairway with iron balusters and ceramic tile risers lead you to the main floor.   The main floor has a sunny open concept living room, kitchen and dining area. The kitchen with a ceramic tile backsplash and free standing counter opens out on to a private spacious deck surrounded by beautiful views and gardens. The large bath includes a whirlpool tub. The two generously sized bedrooms are ideal for the kids while mom and dad have their privacy on the first floor. Bedroom 1 is custom decorated to make you feel you are riding on a carousel. Bedroom 2 has a laminate floor and its own private computer nook with built in desk and shelves.   A two car garage which opens into the foyer and a wonderful wooden playhouse also reside on the 2 1/2 acre lot. The house is fed by a spring fed well with an ample water supply. Great school systems, and low taxes complete the package.   The Details First Floor Foyer                                            8 X 13.5 Family Room                              9 X 23 Master bedroom                   13.5 X 23 Bath                                               7 X 13.5                          Laundry & storage                          Maine Floor                                          35 X 27 Living Room                           13.5 X 13.5 Kitchen/dining                        21.5 X 13.5 Bedroom 1                                 11 X 13.5 plus study nook Bedroom                                    2 9 X 13.5. Full bath                                         5 X 11 Deck                                             10 X 27 Garage   Heating First Floor Master Bedroom Zone 1 forced hot water/oil Foyer/family room propane Bath electric (when needed) Maine floor A All rooms Zone 2 forced hot water/oil