Discover 8.15 ± acres along Lubec's famed Bold Coast, overlooking the storied waters of Bailey's Mistake. Approximately 1.5 ± acres are protected conservation land, ensuring your views remain forever unobstructed. Build your dream coastal retreat on the remaining 6.65 ± acres, where wide-open vistas of the Atlantic Ocean stretch across the horizon. This rare parcel offers privacy, natural beauty, and a front-row seat to some of Maine's most dramatic coastline. Bailey's Mistake is rich with lore - local legend says a ship captain named Bailey mistakenly sailed into the cove in the 1800s and ran aground, forever giving the area its colorful name. The region is deeply tied to maritime history, thriving fishing traditions, and the authentic Downeast way of life. Enjoy incredible nearby amenities: West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, the easternmost point in the U. S. ; Quoddy Head State Park with miles of rugged oceanfront trails; Cobscook Shores Parks; Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land for hiking along soaring cliffs; and the charming town of Lubec, offering cafés, galleries, whale-watching, and seasonal festivals. Whether you envision a vacation home, artist's haven, or quiet coastal getaway, this Bold Coast parcel offers the perfect blend of unspoiled nature, history, and breathtaking ocean scenery—truly a once-in-a-lifetime Downeast opportunity.
Vacant landProperty Type
8.15 acresLot Size
$61,350Price/Acres
Listed by Virginia {Gingar} Marden• NextHome Experience
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Schools
K - 12
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Lubec Consolidated School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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Open and wooded lot
Abuts conservation land
Near a public beach, shopping, and town
Rural setting
Paved road frontage
Cove and ocean frontage on Bailey's Mistake with waterfront and water views
Home design
Shoreland zoning
Parking
No driveway; on-street parking
Construction
Lot size about 8.15 acres (surveyed)
Utilities
No electric service
Sale and tax history for L11/12/14 Boot Cove Rd
Sale History
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MREIS #1645710
Dec 5, 2025
Listed
$500,000
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Last updated by owner on Dec 5, 2025.
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This home ranks in the top 30% for direct sun exposure in Lubec. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for L11/12/14 Boot Cove Rd
$456,262
$44K under list price of $500K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $68K to $620K.