Located on Drake Pond at the foot of the Dixmont Hills is this unique off-the-grid log cabin surrounded by 24 acres of nature's abundance. The original cabin was constructed with sturdy logs cut from the surrounding land. Recent updates to the cabin include insulation and hemlock board-and-batten siding on the second floor and additions, a new well pump and cap, new appliances, and a new battery bank/inverter electrical supply system. Whether your passion is hunting, relaxing in the quiet beauty of the trees, or just getting away from the everyday hustle and bustle, this property may be just what you are looking for!
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
24.1 acresLot Size
$330Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Stephanie Cross• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Bought with Dorothy {Dottie} Cavanaugh• North Country Properties
Here's your opportunity to own a remote, off-the-grid camp sitting on 24 wooded acres in Jackson. Located near Drake Pond in the foot of the Dixmont hills, this property is abundant with wildlife. The main cabin was built with logs cut from the surrounding land, and several out buildings are available for storage. There is an existing well on site, and with a little TLC, this could be a perfect spot for your outdoor recreational needs.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$830 (−2.8%)
$32,170 + $31,700
$63,870
2024
$854 (+7.7%)
$29,246 + $29,058
$58,304
2023
$793 (−12.9%)
$29,246 + $29,058
$58,304
2022
$910 (−2.2%)
$26,588 + $25,242
$51,830
2021
$930 (−3.4%)
$24,171 + $23,525
$47,696
2020
$963 (+1.3%)
$24,171 + $23,525
$47,696
2019
$951 (+0.1%)
$17,650 + $17,172
$34,822
2018
$950 (+0.6%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2017
$944 (+7.8%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2016
$876
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2015
$876 (+12.2%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2014
$781 (+3.6%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2013
$754
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
Tax history for 195 Drake Pond Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$830 (−2.8%)
$32,170 + $31,700
$63,870
2024
$854 (+7.7%)
$29,246 + $29,058
$58,304
2023
$793 (−12.9%)
$29,246 + $29,058
$58,304
2022
$910 (−2.2%)
$26,588 + $25,242
$51,830
2021
$930 (−3.4%)
$24,171 + $23,525
$47,696
2020
$963 (+1.3%)
$24,171 + $23,525
$47,696
2019
$951 (+0.1%)
$17,650 + $17,172
$34,822
2018
$950 (+0.6%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2017
$944 (+7.8%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2016
$876
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2015
$876 (+12.2%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2014
$781 (+3.6%)
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
2013
$754
$16,650 + $17,172
$33,822
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Lot depth
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Lot size
10.3 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Waldo County
APN
556377
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Balcony/Deck
Room 2 Information
Type: Other Room
Level: First
Features: Utility Room
Room 3 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 5 Information
Type: Bonus Room
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Exterior Only
Electric: Generator Hookup, Energy Storage Device, Off Grid
Sewer: Unknown
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Other Water Heater
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 195 Drake Pond Road, Jackson, ME 04921
Directions: From Route 7 in Jackson, turn onto Village Road. Turn left on Hadley Mill Road after 1.1 mi. Turn left onto Drake Pond Road after 2.3 miles. After crossing the outlet to Drake Pond, bear right and follow road to the end. GPS coordinates may not be right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10.3 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Waldo County
APN: 556377
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Monroe Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.6mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 90° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
18% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$142,000 – $171,000
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