Blueberry Hill

At Blueberry Hill, the salt-air serenity of Maine’s southern coastline meets a legacy of remarkable cultural and historical significance. Set across thirty-five private acres, the estate weaves together more than two centuries of architectural heritage, artistic influence, and understated elegance. Originally built in the late 1780s and later shaped by one of America’s most celebrated performers, Blueberry Hill stands as a historic landmark that has served as a visual anchor for the historic North Street corridor for over two centuries.

Property Overview

• Set on 35± acres of private, landscaped grounds
• Tree-lined driveway with majestic Maple Trees
• Comprised of the Main House, Barn, Caretaker’s Cottage, and Detached Garage with space above
• Grounds include extensive high bush blueberries, an Apple Orchard, a Maple tree grove, and a pond
• An opportunity to steward a property connected to generations of influential figures in American history, arts, and culture

Main House

• Historic Post Colonial built in 1782; updated in 1997
• 3,890± SF of living space
• 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full and 1 Half Baths
• 2 Woodburning Fireplaces and 1 Gas Fireplace
• Distinguished by original wide-plank pine floors, hand-hewn timber construction and a granite mantle crafted from the foundation stones of the property’s original barn

Cottage

• Antique Cape-style Caretaker’s house built in 1900; updated in 1982
• 2,080± SF of living space
• 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Gas Fireplace
• Separated by mature trees from the main house and a 2017 two-car garage

Barn

• Built with salvaged hand-hewn timbers from the estate’s original cow barn
• Creates a dramatic interplay between historic texture and contemporary living spaces

Amenities

• Land is a beautiful mix of fields and woods
• Abuts conservation land
• In-ground pool with small pool house
• Endless high bush blueberries
• Apple Orchard
• Maple Tree Grove with tapping equipment installed
• Sugar Shack with RO system to make maple syrup (removes water much faster)
• Pole Barn
• Garden Shed

Historic Provenance

• Originally commissioned in the late 1780s for Stephen Perkins, a prominent figure in Kennebunk’s shipbuilding history
• Built in the post-colonial tradition, reflecting the prosperity and craftsmanship of Maine’s maritime era
• A defining presence along Kennebunk’s historic North Street corridor for more than two centuries

Jane Morgan’s Legacy

• Purchased by renowned singer Jane Morgan in 1958
• Morgan, a Juilliard-trained performer, brought international cultural prominence to the estate
• Her personal connection to Kennebunkport and the local arts community deepened the home's significance

A Gathering Place for Notable Figures

• Under Morgan’s stewardship, Blueberry Hill became a setting that hosted distinguished guests from the worlds of politics, film, and music
• Known for welcoming friends and neighbors including George and Barbara Bush, alongside celebrated screen legends such as Joan Fontaine and Myrna Loy

Enduring Appeal

• A home where architectural heritage, cultural significance, and natural beauty coexist
• Expansive acreage in an area of town characterized by compact lots
• A timeless New England estate with an exceptional legacy