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Harpswell,ME 04079
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,458 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,334
MLS Listing ID 5045042
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Construction Status Existing
Year Built 2001
Annual Tax Amount $5,991
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 4.200 Acres
Acres 4.2
Property Sub-Type Single Family
Property Description
One of One. Ben Island is an extraordinary 4.2-acre private island in Harpswell offering unmatched tranquility, natural beauty, & modern off-grid living just two minutes from the mainland with deeded parking & deepwater dock access. At the southern tip of the island sits a beautifully renovated post-&-beam cottage with granite counters, tiled floors, stainless appliances, 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms plus a loft, & a screened-in porch overlooking a pebbled beach. Built for comfort & sustainability, the home features a full foundation, insulated windows, drilled well with a whole-house RO water treatment system, conventional septic, LP heat with electric backup, & on-demand hot water. Power is supplied by a 6.7kW solar system paired with a backup 10kW generator. A 6-passenger 4x4 side-by-side is included for exploring scenic trails & accessing multiple beaches. Additional features include an outdoor shower, shed, a beautifully crafted tree house, & a scenic seating area with stone staircase leading to the water. Here, you can unplug, recharge, & reconnect with nature—without sacrificing the comforts of home. Properties of this caliber rarely become available—don't miss the chance to own your own island dream. Spend your mornings watching the sun rise over Quahog Bay & your evenings gathered on the deck as the sky turns to gold. A 23' Maritime Challenger boat & 4 deep water moorings are included. Comes fully furnished. Showings are conducted by boat & must be scheduled in advance.
Location
State ME
County Me-cumberland
Area Me-Cumberland
Zoning Shoreland
Body of Water Ocean
Rooms
Basement Entrance Walkout
Basement Dirt Floor,Unfinished,Exterior Access
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fan,Dining Area,Furnished,Kitchen/Dining,Natural Light,Natural Woodwork,Skylight,Laundry - 1st Floor
Cooling None
Flooring Tile,Wood
Inclusions Additional Buildings,Equipment,Land/Building,Furnishings
Equipment Security System,Generator - Standby
Exterior
Garage Description Deeded,Driveway,On-Site,Parking Spaces 1 - 10
Community Features None
Utilities Available Gas - LP/Bottle
Amenities Available Beach Rights,Boat Mooring,Docks
Waterfront Description Yes
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Desc Yes
View Yes
Roof Type Metal
Building
Story 2.5
Foundation Block
Sewer 1000 Gallon,Leach Field - Conventionl,Plastic,Septic Design Available
Architectural Style Cape
Construction Status Existing
Others
Virtual Tour https://youtu.be/Yphmnwk9zHQ