Welcome to a picturesque, 5.1-acre waterfront retreat featuring a contemporary main house, renovated guest cottage, and charming seaside reading room. This stunning property is nestled on a sun-soaked point of land with 640 feet of water frontage on Pickering Cove for swimming, boating, and beachside relaxation. MAIN HOUSE: This contemporary 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the convenience of single-level living with a first-floor primary suite. The suite includes a full bathroom with double vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower. The bright and open floor plan encompasses a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a dining area with direct deck access, and a kitchen with granite countertops overlooking water-view decks and meadow leading to the shore. Additional features include a sunroom, full bath with laundry, and practical entry area. Upstairs, you'll find a second bedroom suite and a dramatic loft space with elevated ocean views of the cove and nearby islands, perfect for additional sitting, working, or hobby space. GUEST COTTAGE: This recently renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath contemporary cottage offers single-level living in a modern space with soaring ceilings and a waterside deck. The bathroom is beautifully tiled and includes a laundry area with a washer and dryer. This lovely space is a highly successful short-term rental and is offered fully furnished for a seamless transition. READING ROOM: Perched right on the shore, this grandfathered waterside cottage offers a unique opportunity. Though it could use some sprucing up, it has served as a treasured work and study nook in the past, providing an unparalleled connection to the water. GARAGES: The 2-bay garage with automatic openers provides convenient storage for vehicles or small boats, with ample room for additional storage and workspace on the first floor and more storage on the second floor. Additionally, a second tractor shed is perfect for storing the mower or other equipment.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
5.1 acresLot Size
$549Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Morgan Eaton• The Island Agency
Listed by Rhonda Mitchell• The Island Agency
Bought with David {Roger} Olsen• The Island Agency
Striking, 5.1 +/- Acre, private point of land basking in southern exposure, enjoying 640' on Pickering Cove offering open-ocean and island views. The main house provides 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and views from nearly every window! The open floor plans overlooks the water view decks. Many nice features including a versatile open loft, kitchen with granite tops, a lovely fireplace in the living room and master bedroom, a screened porch and so much more. The two-bedroom guesthouse, 2 garages, and a grandfathered waterside ''Reading Room'' round out this special property. An ideal spot to launch your kayak, swim from the ledges or simply enjoy the beauty of this park-like setting on the coast of Maine.
MREIS #1221805
Sep 15, 2015
Sold
$690,000
$329/sq ft
Jun 8, 2015
Listed
$745,000
$356/sq ft
+30
Fabulous waterfront compound consisting of a 2BR contemporary, a 2BR guest cottage & a charming seaside reading room. 640 of frontage with beach area & easy access for swimming & boating, 5+ well-landscaped acres with privacy. Great rental potential.
MREIS #1150106
Aug 13, 2014
Listed
$745,000
$356/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,568 (+7.1%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2024
$6,134 (+6.9%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2023
$5,737 (+4.3%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2022
$5,503 (+1.3%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2021
$5,432 (+28.2%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2020
$4,237 (−3.9%)
$84,600 + $119,600
$204,200
2019
$4,411 (+29.7%)
$84,600 + $119,600
$204,200
2018
$3,402 (+3.3%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2017
$3,294 (+1.2%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2016
$3,255 (−4.1%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2015
$3,395 (−4.0%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2014
$3,537
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2013
$3,537
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
Tax history for 679 Sunshine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,568 (+7.1%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2024
$6,134 (+6.9%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2023
$5,737 (+4.3%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2022
$5,503 (+1.3%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2021
$5,432 (+28.2%)
$453,000 + $257,000
$710,000
2020
$4,237 (−3.9%)
$84,600 + $119,600
$204,200
2019
$4,411 (+29.7%)
$84,600 + $119,600
$204,200
2018
$3,402 (+3.3%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2017
$3,294 (+1.2%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2016
$3,255 (−4.1%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2015
$3,395 (−4.0%)
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2014
$3,537
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
2013
$3,537
$84,600 + $70,400
$155,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
4.1 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Style
Other
County
Hancock County
APN
609710
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Detached, Other Vehicle Storage
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Public Beach, Rural
Zoning: Shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Pickering Cove
Water Body Type: Cove, Ocean
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,736
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 679 Sunshine Road, Deer Isle, ME 04627
Directions: GPS friendly address. Follow Route 15 to Deer Isle, Take Sunshine Road, follow to 679 Sunshine Road on the right side of the road (south side of Sunshine Road)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.1 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 609710
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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