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.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
33.4 acresLot Size
$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Spencer Wood• United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine
Contact: 207-794-6164
Bought with Spencer Wood• United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine
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Market trends in 04733, ME
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
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Median sale price
$242K
$105 MoM
Avg. days on market
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Sale history for 197 Lawler Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1638996
Nov 26, 2025
Sold
$340,000
$213/sq ft
Sep 26, 2025
Listed
$350,000
$219/sq ft
MREIS #1589033
Dec 27, 2024
Sold
$325,000
$203/sq ft
May 9, 2024
Listed
$340,000
$213/sq ft
+25
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
+37
Have you ever dreamed of creating your own off-grid homestead? Well here's your chance to secure an expansive off-grid dream property in Maine's Katahdin region! Located on 33.4 private acres of fields and forest, the 1,600 sq. ft. log home was built with a craftsman's touch--detailed by pine slab countertops, hickory cabinets, staircase with log banister, cathedral ceiling, a large screen porch, and a variety of other tasteful accents. The home was carefully designed to be COMPLETELY self-sufficient and off the grid without sacrificing the luxuries of modern living. Features include an array of solar panels with battery bank for day and night electricity, as well as gas appliances and gas fixtures throughout for backup lighting. Heat is provided by either the modern gas stove or the large woodstove, providing ample options to keep the chill off in the winter. A backup generator caps off the properties perfect system of self-sufficiency. The home is accessed via a long private drive and is nestled amongst mature apples trees, lush green fields, gardens, and mature mixed-forest. A variety of visitors can often be spotted in the fields including whitetail deer, moose, black bear, and turkeys. The property is situated amongst a charming rural backdrop, but benefits from being only a 5 minute drive to I-95. The property is located about 8 mile from Sherman, 19 miles from Medway, and less than an hour from Houlton, Lincoln, or Millinocket. You must see this property for yourself!
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