Make summer memories at this seasonal cottage overlooking an expansive 1000+/- feet of waterfront along the East Penobscot Bay and with views extending towards Castine and Cape Rosier. The property includes a main cottage and a guest cottage that can also function as a boathouse. As if taken right off a sailing yacht, the open timber frame main cottage is efficient, comfortable, tastefully finished, and has the charm of being on a ship moored in a harbor. The galley kitchen offers ample storage and essential appliances for a summer feast. This sweet cottage also includes a living area, a bedroom with a closet, and a surprisingly roomy bathroom with a portable toilet. The waterside of the main cottage has floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors to maximize the view, no matter the forecast. The sleeping loft features a porthole window and a banister reminiscent of a ship's stern rail. The deck has plenty of space for outdoor living and storage for small watercraft, and it is accompanied by an outdoor shower with on-demand hot water. The guest cottage/boat house has a king-size Murphy-style bed, its own bathroom with a composting toilet, and a sliding barn door for launching and storing small boats. The kitchen sink and both bathroom sinks have manual foot pumps to provide water. The property is mostly rocky coastline, inviting you to explore and beachcomb. A place to relax and enjoy the Maine summer with simplicity. Nearby public walking trails extend the outdoor space for exploring nature. There is no septic tank or leach field. There is a drilled well with a pump.
Rustic, seasonal turn-key oceanfront oasis ready for summer fun! With approximately 1,000' of shore front, this cute post and beam cottage with 1”x5” tongue & groove walls and cathedral ceiling features an airy floor plan with three large sliding glass doors that open to your own private beach- just steps from the sunny front deck. The wall-to-wall carpeted layout offers a bedroom on the first floor, sleeping loft space above, a galley kitchen, and a large living space with two twin bed size built-it couches and a wood stove hookup. The property also has a detached boat house with two wall-hung beds for extra guests, storage, or your own boat. A low maintenance weekend getaway awaits. ..
MREIS #1302016
Apr 17, 2017
Listed
$249,000
$496/sq ft
MREIS #1208928
Oct 1, 2015
Price Changed
$349,000
$695/sq ft
Apr 1, 2015
Listed
$375,000
$747/sq ft
MREIS #978066
May 26, 2010
Listed
$375,000
$747/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,989 (+6.3%)
$357,000 + $34,300
$391,300
2024
$4,692 (+8.2%)
$357,000 + $37,300
$394,300
2023
$4,337 (+237.5%)
$357,000 + $37,300
$394,300
2022
$1,285 (+2.0%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2021
$1,260 (+3.8%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2020
$1,214 (+4.0%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2018
$1,167 (+3.5%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2017
$1,128 (+0.4%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2016
$1,124 (+5.2%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2015
$1,068 (+9.1%)
$41,400 + $30,000
$71,400
2012
$979
$48,300 + $35,000
$83,300
Public record
Beds
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Baths
0.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
100
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
100
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Waldo County
APN
529561
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 459 Main Rd
$347,217
$2,783 under list price of $350K
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