Built in 2004, ''Seabox Cottage'' is a graceful 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home that offers elevated views of Islesboro Harbor and East Penobscot Bay. The home's Shingle and Colonial Revival design is based on 1894 plans by Fred L. Savage and Milton W. Stratton and intentionally echoes the design praised in 1895 as ''one of the prettiest cottages in town, '' nodding to the elegant turn-of-the-century cottages of Dark Harbor. When you arrive, the circular driveway, manicured gardens, and lawns complement the architecture. The home combines luxury and comfort, with radiant floors throughout, an impressive fieldstone fireplace in the first-floor living room, and a propane stove in the second-floor common room. The large chef's kitchen boasts soapstone countertops and sinks as well as a Viking range. The sunroom, perfect for dining, relaxing, or an office with a view, blends indoor and outdoor life as it flows out to the wrap-around, columned porch. The primary bedroom suite is a private sanctuary with a large ensuite bathroom featuring a luxurious soaking tub with a view and a spacious floor-to-ceiling tile shower. The suite includes an adjacent flexible space, ideal for a dressing room, workout room, or other use. Off the kitchen is a combined mudroom, laundry, and pantry. The property includes a garden shed with an electric car charger next to a dedicated space for an RV or camper. Comprised of 2 lots, it is served by 2 wells and 2 septic systems and boasts a proven rental history. Extensive updates, list can be shared on request.
Elegant Yearround Rebel Hill Cottage Reminiscent of gracious turn of the century Dark Harbor summer homes, this luxurious open concept three bedroom home features large living room with massive stone fireplace, dining room, state of the art kitchen, master bedroom en suite, two guest bedrooms and second full bath, and second floor family room to enjoy the horizon view of East Penobscot Bay. Radiant heat throughout, covered porches. Conveniently located to library, tennis courts, and town.
MREIS #1350294
May 14, 2018
Listed
$525,000
$142/sq ft
MREIS #1306492
May 12, 2017
Listed
$525,000
$142/sq ft
MREIS #992880
Sep 29, 2010
Listed
$549,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,443 (+7.1%)
$152,700 + $509,500
$662,200
2024
$7,880 (+8.2%)
$152,700 + $509,500
$662,200
2023
$7,284 (+28.4%)
$152,700 + $509,500
$662,200
2022
$5,674 (+10.1%)
$53,800 + $261,400
$315,200
2018
$5,154 (+3.5%)
$53,800 + $261,400
$315,200
2017
$4,980 (+0.4%)
$53,800 + $261,400
$315,200
2016
$4,961 (+5.2%)
$53,800 + $261,400
$315,200
2015
$4,715 (+9.3%)
$53,800 + $261,400
$315,200
2012
$4,315
$62,700 + $304,500
$367,200
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.53 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,856
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,856
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Waldo County
APN
530098
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
69% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Islesboro, ME • 04848
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Islesboro. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 135 Rebel Hill Rd
$869,382
$26K under list price of $895K
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