Waterfront Estates

MLS Number 1447809

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 62 Sols Cliff Road
• Location Near Town, Rural
• Bedrooms 7

Eastern Watch, located just outside of downtown Bar Harbor, evokes a sense of the by-gone Rusticator Era of the town's Gilded Age near the old estates of the Vanderbilts, Kennedys and Acadia's founder George Dorr. The classic New England cottage perched high above Frenchman Bay on Sols Cliff has views from the Porcupine islands to the Egg Rock lighthouse and beyond. Enjoy watching cruise ships and whale watch boats passing just below the oversized 130-foot granite and bluestone terrace with outdoor kitchen and granite fireplace. The 4 bedroom main house is a John Libby timber frame with a three story cathedral living area that boasts a granite fireplace and stonework. Built in 1995, the home was remodeled in 2006. Beautiful master suite with views of the bay and islands; master bath with walk-in shower area with soaking tub and just around the corner is your own gym area. The second floor of the carriage house is a two bedroom apartment with a kid's bunk room and play loft above. If you have any concerns with global warming, this beautiful estate sits high on a bluff that is over 100' above the ocean so you'll always have the same shoreline and view without ever having to worry about any potential rise in sea level

Listed by Acadia Realty Group

MLS Number 1465559

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Bedrooms 8
• Bathroom 5
• Rooms 19

Once every few decades a truly unique Northeast Harbor waterfront property comes on the market; Cow Cove now presents just such a rare opportunity. Encompassing over 6 acres of fields, woods, lawn and extensive shore-front stretching along the east side of the harbor, this delightful summer compound is graced by a vintage Peabody & Stearns 19-room main house, well-known to mariners for its iconic twin white chimneys. The exceptional property enjoys an unparalleled location in the harbor and includes a secluded guest cottage nestled in trees on a peninsula overlooking the inner harbor, a cozy carriage house with attached storage barn, and a private pier with multiple floats. Come by sea into Northeast Harbor and step ashore on your own dock, or wind down the gravel drive from Peabody Drive through woods and fields to an enchanting world of your own. Stroll along meandering paths, across the natural fields and through lovely stands of mature trees. Take a gentle row or paddle across the harbor to the bustling village of Northeast Harbor. Watch osprey and eagles soar, herons fishing the shores, or harbor seals surfacing in quiet waters mere yards away. Cow Cove is a setting at once part of the vibrant harbor yet discretely situated to afford privacy. Enjoyed by one family for over 70 years, this enchanting property now offers you everything you could desire in a unique waterside summer retreat. Please note: In addition to the details noted above, there are 2BR/1BA in the ''Little House'' and 2BR/1BA in the ''Carriage House'', both with galley kitchens. A portion of this property is broker owned.

Listed by The Knowles Company

MLS Number 1361979

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Location Near Town, Rural
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 4

Sheephead Island offers the rare opportunity to own a beautiful Maine island in its entirety, encompassing 65+/- pristine acres with two fine residences. Located just off Sylvester Cove and the village of Sunset in Deer Isle, Sheephead Island is connected to the mainland at low tide, providing a setting with the privacy of a true island and the ease and accessibility of a mainland property. The island's shorefront is spectacular with miles of interesting ledge, tidal pools, and broad beaches. Trails run through fields and forest, and there is a wonderful swimming pond along with a boathouse, artist's studio, and deep-water dock with floats. The main home is a five-bedroom colonial and there is also a contemporary four-bedroom residence.

Listed by LandVest, Inc.

MLS Number 1463432

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 8 Wheelwright Way
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 5

Crow's Nest is an exceptionally rare waterfront offering, never having been to market. It is one of a few residential homes in Maine designed by Philadelphia architect Edmund Gilchrist. The strategically located 2.2 acre property offers absolute privacy. This 1938 shingle-style 6-bedroom/5-bath cottage was masterfully designed, built, and positioned at the water's edge to allow the formal floor plan to interact with the natural world surrounding it. A remarkable Music Room on the west side of the home completes this large residence where musical performances have taken place over the last 80 years. With over 4,500 sq. ft. of living space placed just a few feet from the shore, Crow's Nest stands alone in its proximity to the water. This historic cottage offers unobstructed water views of the Eastern Way, Bear Island, and the Western Way. 365' of private shorefront are a mix of accessible cobblestone beach and bold rock outcroppings. A detached 2-car garage, mooring, and deeded, shared dock are also included.

Listed by Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1412283

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 18 South Shore Road
• Location Intown, Neighborhood
• Bedrooms 9

Located on the shores of the Great Harbor in Northeast Harbor, Gull's Rock offers a coveted, yet quiet and private, location in the village. The classic 9-bedroom residence has been beautifully maintained, and more recently has been carefully restored and updated to accommodate the busy lives of modern families. All first-floor rooms enjoy large, detailed fireplaces and several provide access to the open or covered porches. A large kitchen offers many gourmet chef's features, such as a work island, professional appliances and a large butler's pantry. The property includes a separate, three-plus car garage, a guest cabin with two bedrooms and full bath, and a colorful formal, English-style perennial garden through which one can meander on the way to the ocean shoreline.

Listed by Landvest, Inc.

MLS Number 1436427

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Location Rural
• Bedrooms 7
• Bathroom 7

Faraway is an elegant estate on 4.40+/- waterfront acres of Greening Island, with amagnificent, fully renovated and carefully renewed Arts & Crafts summer cottage,guest cabin, and deepwater dock. Overlooking the Great Harbor of Mount Desert from Eastern Point, this exquisite property is surrounded by 1,500 feet of private shorefront, and offers breathtaking views of Acadia's mountains, the Outer Islands and open Ocean. Open terraces, glass-enclosed porches, 7 light-filled bedrooms, numerous fireplaces and all updated systems and modern amenities make this an exceptional and gracious summer retreat in a private, serene island setting.

Listed by The Knowles Company

MLS Number 1457617

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 145 Eden Street
• Bedrooms 19
• Bathroom 11

Statuesque and elegant, East of Eden is one of the few remaining turn of the century 'Gilded Age' mansions to survive the devastating wild fire of 1947. This totally renovated and updated 15,000 sq. ft. residence was built in 1907 in the Beaux Arts style with Mediterranean Italian overtones. Architectural details abound throughout the formal living, dining and game rooms. This primary floor was designed for entertaining on both a lavish or intimate scale, with a huge expansive brick deck and covered porch overlooking the many islands of scenic Frenchman Bay. There are seven primary en suite bedrooms, all with fireplaces, and attractive water or scenic views. The third floor offers eleven smaller bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large, walk-in linen closet, and several storage rooms. A two-person passenger elevator services all three residential floors, as well as the basement.A neighboring parcel known as Buonriposo, was recently added, bringing the total acreage to 9 acres, and waterfront to 1,100'. The scenic lawns and water elements also overlook Frenchman Bay, with its many conserved glacial islands and mountains. While East of Eden has been fully modernized, its' architectural heritage was carefully preserved. Additional amenities at this prestigious estate include an eight car garage, maintenance building, deep water dock and full property generator.

Listed by Landvest, Inc.

MLS Number 1359416

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 48 Wild Bay Lane
• Location Rural
• Bedrooms 3

Captivating oceanfront estate. Built in 2000, has exquisite finishes and architectural detail throughout. Luxury shorefront residence with timeless appeal. Exterior cedar shingle siding featuring covered, enclosed porches, and a porte-cochere at the main entrance. Custom interior finish with extensive wainscoting and custom molding. Custom stone fireplace, whole house audio & lighting. Kitchen has granite and custom cabinets, decor appliances. Carriage house w/living quarters. Extensive gardens, outstanding oceanfront. The Carriage House features a private two bedroom guest suite with custom stone fireplace and exquisite finishes.

Listed by The Swan Agency Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1442843

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 6
• Rooms 11

This shingle-style cottage showcases the period style of the early rusticators and embraces the future with its fine craftsmanship and element. Designed by Fred L. Savage, a local talent, who in the late 1800s studied architecture under the firm of Peobody and Stearns, returned to become one of the most influential architects in the area.It has been extensively updated by the architectural firm Kroger Woods Associates, bringing into play the original details with countless new amenities. With the harbor and outer island vistas, this 5-bedroom offers both in-town Northeast Harbor, and four season living on a spectacularly sited seaside lot. A terraced lot comprised of a half an acre with deep-water shorefront is gracefully landscaped. From the entrance gate, and a fence covered with climbing hydrangea, opening to a stone walkways edged in granite, to a path that winds to the protected dock and shoreline through established gardens of heather, moss and ferns.

Listed by The Knowles Company

MLS Number 1347902

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 10 Barberry Lane
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 6

The superior architectural pedigree of Redwood, and that it has only had three owners, is perhaps unrivaled in the state of Maine. Built in 1879, Redwood was designed by the renowned architect William Ralph Emerson, and heralded as the first and finest of his major shingle cottage designs.' The six-bedroom year-round residence is located within an easy walk of the village of Bar Harbor, yet is in a very quiet neighborhood of beautiful homes. The residence features formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces, several sitting rooms, and a large sunroom which accesses a large sunny deck. The property is approached by a long, winding private drive with surrounding wooded areas providing additional privacy. Huge, elegant old growth trees frame the residence with a sweeping lawn ending at the ocean bulkhead. Dramatic views of the islands of Frenchman Bay and the Bar Harbor Breakwater, are constantly changing with maritime activity, the weather, and eagles and gulls soaring in the sky.

Listed by Landvest, Inc.

MLS Number 1439620

• Residential
• MLS Status Active
• Address 24 Shore Road
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 4

This gracious shingle-style cottage is located on a quiet road overlooking the picturesque harbor in Southwest Harbor. Originally built as a dance hall in the early 1900's, Dartholm was repurposed as a summer residence for the president of Dartmouth and is available for year-round living. The cottage has been impeccably restored and renovated with a wonderful blend of traditional elements and modern conveniences. The five-bedroom main house features a master bedroom suite as well as an additional first floor bedroom suite. Most rooms enjoy harbor, island and mountain views. The property also includes a seasonal, one-bedroom guest house, two-car garage, garden shed, deep water dock and two moorings.

Listed by Landvest, Inc.