Perfectly positioned just five minutes from Pleasant Mountain and five minutes from Long Lake, this Bridgton retreat offers the ideal blend of recreation, flexibility, and year-round appeal. Whether you're seeking a high-performing short-term rental or a place to truly call home, the possibilities here are endless. Capitalize on winter with easy access to skiing and snow sports, draw summer guests with nearby lakes and outdoor adventures, and enjoy fall favorites with the Fryeburg Fair just 10 minutes away, along with scenic drives to Conway, NH and countless leaf-peeping destinations. Not interested in renting? This property also makes an exceptional vacation getaway--or better yet, a full-time residence in one of Maine's most desirable four-season communities. This spacious ranch features a unique and highly versatile layout designed to accommodate a variety of living arrangements. The finished basement is accessed through the mudroom, offering the potential for a private lower-level living space--ideal for extended family, older children, guests, or even a roommate. Downstairs you'll find a large family room, a full bathroom, and a bonus room currently used as a fourth bedroom. The main level offers three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and an open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area that's perfect for gathering and entertaining. Tucked away in a peaceful setting, this home delivers the seclusion, privacy, and quiet that so many buyers are searching for. Seclusion. Flexibility. Opportunity. Make 45 Carissa Way yours today.