Rare 90 acre Maine homestead & recreational compound offering exceptional privacy, 2 residences, extensive outbuildings & impressive self sufficiency features. At the end of a quiet dead end road, the property includes approx 83 wooded acres, 3 acres of pasture & 4 acres of beautifully maintained grounds surrounding a deep stream fed half acre pond. Multiple streams, abundant wildlife & miles of private trails provide opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, hunting, ATV riding & snowmobiling. The remodeled main home offers appr 2,200 sq ft w/ 2-3 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated kitchen & baths, custom farmhouse finishes, a bright solarium, screened deck & antique wood burning cookstove for supplemental heat & off grid cooking. Near the pond, a beautiful approx 1,200 sq ft cedar log cabin features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, custom cabinetry, pine floors, a wood burning cookstove & newer metal roof. This property is ideal for multigenerational living, guests or rental income. The impressive 2 story barn offers approx 2,500 sq ft with animal pens, fenced paddocks, storage & an authentic Finnish cedar lined sauna. A separate 2 story garage provides approx 3,360 sq ft with 5 overhead doors & a full 2nd floor. Additional improvements include a metal roofed carport, 200 sq ft shed, 2 concrete root cellars, large fenced garden & enclosed berry garden. Sustainability features include an owned 11 kW solar array that keeps electric bills around $22 per month, the grid connection fee, 3 wells serving the homes & barn, wired backup generators for both residences & plumbed hand pumps delivering well water directly to each kitchen. The pond has been previously stocked with fish & offers wildlife viewing & winter skating. Approx 15 years without deer hunting has created exceptional wildlife habitat, while the extensive trail system provides outstanding recreation & hunting opportunities. A truly one of a kind Maine property offering privacy, resilience, recreation & endless possibilities
A rare opportunity for multigenerational living, extended family housing, guest accommodations, or rental income, this remarkable Maine homestead offers two separate residences, each with its own well and septic system, surrounded by extensive outbuildings and thoughtfully designed self-reliant infrastructure. The spacious main residence features an open-concept layout, handcrafted kitchen cabinetry, handmade Mexican tile, formal dining room plus eat-in kitchen, and a bright solarium with wood floors, radiant heat, and its own wood stove. An antique Glendale 1890s wood cookstove provides both cooking capability and supplemental heat. The kitchen offers redundant water access with conventional service from the drilled well plus a hand-pump source for use without power. Additional space includes a tall, dry basement with bonus room and tiki bar. The separate cabin provides an independent second living space with its own well and septic, full bath, laundry, propane cooktop, hot-water heat, wood cookstove, deck, and both powered and hand-pump water access. The property was designed for a lifestyle that can be shared across generations. An 11 kW grid-tied solar array earns utility credits through Versant Power, while Starlink provides connectivity for remote work. Extensive shared amenities include a large powered barn with running water, chicken/goat area and double root cellar and cedar sauna; oversized multi-vehicle garage with unfinished second floor; potting shed with water and power; fenced gardens; 13 apple trees; established berries; stream-fed farm pond; screened entertaining space; and extensive trails for horses, ATVs and hiking. An exceptional opportunity to combine separate living spaces with acreage, recreation, food production and self-reliant Maine living. See additional documents for extensive property details and items that convey.
MREIS #762588
Aug 22, 2005
Listed
$399,000
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,010 (+8.0%)
$59,000 + $371,000
$430,000
2024
$4,637 (+13.0%)
$53,000 + $345,000
$398,000
2023
$4,104 (+11.5%)
$42,000 + $289,000
$331,000
2021
$3,682 (+0.7%)
$41,000 + $222,000
$263,000
2020
$3,656 (−3.2%)
$42,000 + $222,000
$264,000
2019
$3,775 (−7.7%)
$42,000 + $222,000
$264,000
2018
$4,092 (−6.3%)
$42,000 + $222,000
$264,000
2017
$4,367 (+12.5%)
$42,000 + $209,000
$251,000
2016
$3,881 (+0.1%)
$41,000 + $211,000
$252,000
2015
$3,877 (+4.6%)
$41,300 + $212,100
$253,400
2014
$3,708 (−3.4%)
$41,300 + $214,400
$255,700
2013
$3,840
$41,300 + $214,700
$256,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
90 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,646
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,646
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Penobscot County
APN
458056
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Historical weather
Exeter, ME • 04435
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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