''Quiet Stables'' provides rare acreage & unquestioned privacy just moments from the historic village of Somesville. This custom built home rests on 10 acres and offers an equestrian lover's delight with its large barn and pasture. About 2 of the 10 acres are cleared pasture, completely encircled by mature Maine forest. The enjoyable floorplan is all one floor living with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, fireplaced living room, dining room, master suite, screened porch and an attached 2 car garage. Contemporary stylings include many large windows & skylights, allowing for ample natural light and forest views throughout the home. The barn consists of 3 stalls, a large hayloft, a two car garage and a workshop. Electric and year round water are also in place at the barn. The new owner of Quiet Stables will be eligible for membership at Somesville Landing and can make use of its excellent marine facilities on Somes Sound. Savor the feeling of being in your own world, while still able to conveniently travel to most anywhere on the island with this central MDI location. No deeded restrictions. Conveying turn-key, fully furnished.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
10.01 acresLot Size
$456Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Peter {Ryan} Swanson• Pemetic Purveyors
Contact: 207-667-7355
Bought with Heather Quimby• Maine Country and Coast Real Estate
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,506
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Screened
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1988
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,506
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $436,035.60
Lot Size (Acres): 10.01
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RW3
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: None
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,847
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System, Separate Booster
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 170 Oak Hill Road, Mount Desert, ME 04660
Directions: Bear right at head of island. Take right onto Indian Point Rd. In 1.6 mi. take left onto Oak Hill Rd. Home 8/10 mile on right. Long private driveway. From Somesville: Take Oak Hill Rd. 1.6 miles to driveway on left. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,506
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 667438
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mt Desert Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
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Lifestyle
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
66% 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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Estimated sale price
$1.09M – $1.32M
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