In a premium location on coveted Hobbs Pond, this idyllic waterfront property offers 1.84± acres and excellent broad views of the pond. The five-bedroom residence is a charming cottage in very good condition with comfortable living spaces, appealing character, and thoughtful updates. It features an open great room with a cathedral-style ceiling, wood-paneled walls, and exposed wood beams. A year-round sunporch has plenty of windows offering wonderful views of the pond and there are two well-integrated decks. The landscape has been professionally maintained with areas of lawn, established perennial gardens, rock walls and a walking path that leads to additional land for outdoor recreation. The property includes a cozy, versatile bunkhouse, a practical shed/garage, and 303± feet of frontage on the pond with a dock, float and a pebble beach area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
1.84 acresLot Size
$570Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Joseph Sortwell• LandVest, Inc.
Listed by Lewis Wheelwright• LandVest, Inc.
Bought with Alexander {Alex} Cohen• Camden Real Estate
This spectacular waterfront camp occupies a premium location on Hobbs Pond with privacy and excellent views across the pond. The 1.37± acre property is well-landscaped with perennial gardens, flowering shrubs, expert stonework, mature trees and gently sloping lawn to the water's edge. The five-bedroom main house was recently renovated with charming details in keeping with the lakefront character of the home and features a comfortable, open kitchen and living area with cathedral ceiling; while details such as shiplap walls and exposed wood beams add character. Two beautiful decks and a sunporch all have beautiful views of the pond and the property includes a small bunk house, a shed and 203± feet of frontage on the pond with a dock, float and a pebble beach area. Hope is a desirable small town located about 15-minutes from downtown Camden, Rockport and the coast. It has several ponds, beautiful rolling hills, blueberry fields, and access to the Camden Hills network of trails.
MREIS #966798
Mar 10, 2010
Listed
$539,000
$247/sq ft
MREIS #925431
Mar 20, 2009
Listed
$549,000
$251/sq ft
MREIS #884976
Mar 19, 2008
Listed
$550,000
$252/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,069 (+65.0%)
$531,000 + $349,900
$880,900
2024
$6,101 (+9.0%)
$133,300 + $182,800
$316,100
2023
$5,595 (+9.8%)
$133,300 + $182,800
$316,100
2022
$5,095 (+1.2%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2021
$5,036 (+1.5%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2019
$4,962 (+3.7%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2018
$4,783 (+8.8%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2017
$4,397 (+8.8%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2016
$4,041 (+1.5%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2015
$3,981 (−0.3%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2014
$3,993 (+4.6%)
$132,000 + $163,800
$295,800
2013
$3,816
$132,000 + $163,800
$295,800
Tax history for 127 Payson Path
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,069 (+65.0%)
$531,000 + $349,900
$880,900
2024
$6,101 (+9.0%)
$133,300 + $182,800
$316,100
2023
$5,595 (+9.8%)
$133,300 + $182,800
$316,100
2022
$5,095 (+1.2%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2021
$5,036 (+1.5%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2019
$4,962 (+3.7%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2018
$4,783 (+8.8%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2017
$4,397 (+8.8%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2016
$4,041 (+1.5%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2015
$3,981 (−0.3%)
$133,300 + $163,800
$297,100
2014
$3,993 (+4.6%)
$132,000 + $163,800
$295,800
2013
$3,816
$132,000 + $163,800
$295,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,056
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
359983
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Feb 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Basement
Room 6 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Basement
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Room 9 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Room 10 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 10
Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,184
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1995
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,584
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 600
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $80,150.40
Lot Size (Acres): 1.84
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Rural
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Rural Res
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Hobbs Pond
Water Body Type: Pond
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,095
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $100
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 127 Payson Path, Hope, ME 04847
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,056
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Knox County
APN: 359983
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hope Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
43% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.18M – $1.43M
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