Custom off-grid log home on 33.4 private acres, perfect for hunting, homesteading, recreation, or simply escaping to your own piece of Maine. This 3-bedroom home with loft and 2 baths features a poured concrete foundation and sits at the end of a quiet gravel road with no through traffic and no neighbors in sight. Enjoy panoramic views of Katahdin and surrounding mountains on the drive in. ATV and old logging roads lead from the property toward Mattawamkeag and miles of outdoor adventure. A brand-new Victron off-grid system powers the home without an electric bill or dependence on the power grid. New drilled well, on-demand hot water, brand-new kitchen appliances, and beautiful live-edge, hickory and cedar accents throughout. The property is ready for homesteading with two run-ins, fenced paddock, horses and milking cows, plus a beautiful chicken coop with attached run. Mature apple trees surround the home, along with a small pond. Oversized garage provides ample room for equipment, vehicles, ATVs and toys. A must-see!
Looking for a self-sufficient off-grid log home in a true Maine setting? This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath retreat sits on 33.4± surveyed acres at the very end of a dead-end road with no neighbors within a half mile. Built in 2003, the home features an open kitchen, dining, and living area with two bedrooms on the first floor, a third bedroom and loft upstairs, a solar system, and a brand-new drilled well replacing the former dug well. The land offers a mix of fields, timber, and quality soils, ideal for homesteading, hobby farming, or simply enjoying your own private acreage. A barn, fire pit, and solar/battery shed are already in place, and the property is alive with wildlife—perfect for hunting or outdoor adventures. Located just 20 miles from Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument, 28 miles from Baxter State Park, and 13 miles from Molunkus Lake, this property gives you direct access to some of Maine's best recreation. From your doorstep, you can ATV or snowmobile straight into the trail system. Whether you're after a private homestead, a sporting base, or a secluded getaway, this log home at 197 Lawler Ridge Rd delivers space, freedom, and natural beauty in northern Maine.
MREIS #1589033
Dec 27, 2024
Sold
$325,000
$203/sq ft
May 9, 2024
Listed
$340,000
$213/sq ft
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Are you searching for a self-sufficient off-grid log home in a rural setting? If so, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home on 33.4 surveyed acres in Herseytown Township, Maine might be just what you need. The house was built in 2003 and features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Two bedrooms are located on the first floor, with an open kitchen, dining, and living room layout. A third bedroom is located on the second floor. There is also a loft space and a solar system in place. The log home sits on 33.4± acres of land with 660± ft of road frontage. The soils are Daigle Silt Loam, perfect for moderate farming, and Thorndike Channery Silt Loam, ideal for intense farming. Additional soils include Thorndike Channery Silt, Monarda Burnham, suitable for growing trees. The elevation ranges from 640-700 ft above sea level and features a fire pit, barn, and solar/battery shed. Nearby points of interest include Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument just 20 miles away, Baxter State Park 28 miles away, and Molunkus Lake only 13 miles away. Baxter State Park is also 40 miles or a 1-hour drive and offers attractions such as Mt. Katahdin, the end of the Appalachian Trail, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, and the chance to spot moose in their natural habitat. Located at 197 Lawler Ridge Road, this property offers a serene and secluded escape while still being within driving distance of amenities. Sherman is just 8.3 miles or a 15-minute drive away, where you can find grocery stores, shopping centers, and other services. Millinocket is 29.5 miles or a 37-minute drive, Houlton is 47.5 miles or a 49-minute drive with a hospital and more shopping options, and Bangor is 78.8 miles or a 1 hour and 15-minute drive away. Boston is just 312.8 miles or a 4 hours and 40 minutes drive for those looking for a weekend getaway. The property falls under RSU 50 with schools such as Katahdin Elementary, Middle, and High school, as well as SACS Elementary nearby.
MREIS #1506774
Oct 12, 2021
Sold
$245,000
$153/sq ft
Aug 27, 2021
Listed
$235,000
$147/sq ft
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Last updated by owner on May 12, 2022.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 88° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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99/ 100
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Redfin Estimate for 197 Lawler Ridge Rd
$344,038
$11K under list price of $355K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $150K to $441K.