This is a custom built real log cabin from locally sourced spruce logs hand selected by the current owners. Sitting on a full walk-out poured concrete foundation. The large timbers used are massive and quite impressive. The real wood floors and wood counters again are all locally sourced and and to the rustic charm of the cabin. There is a stone clad masonry chimney and many rustic furniture pieces that will also convey. A real log cabin feel with all the creature comforts. It is an off-grid cabin with a 13,000 KW generator that provides the power. Perched on the shore of Lower Shin Pond Lake , a desirable destination for ATVers, snowmobilers, outdoorsmen and water enthusiasts alike. The lake is home to many of the maine freshwater species and is open to both open-water and ice fishing. A short ride in a boat will bring you to the North end of the lake where boats can be docked and it's a brief walk to your choice of a couple local prepared food establishments. Not often do opportunities come up on Lower Shin Pond. Come see if this custom cabin would work for your new Maine retreat.
Construction Materials: Log, Wood Frame, Log Siding, Wood Siding
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,888
Building Area Source: Measured
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Other Structures: Outhouse/Privy, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2008
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,888
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $74,052
Lot Size (Acres): 1.7
Lot Size Source: Deed
Lot Features: Rural, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Zoning: Shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Lower Shin Pond
Water Body Type: Lake
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,485
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup, Off Grid
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
Water Source: Private, Well
Water Heater: Gas, Tank
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 15 Ritchie Lane, T5 R7 WELS, ME 04765
Directions: Rte 159 (Shin Pond Road) for 5 miles out of Patten, Left at old purple truck on Grondin Road for 2.6 miles, Right on Sucker Brook Road just after Kimball Pond sign for 2.5 miles, (Stay right at wye on Sucker Brook Road), Left at Ritchie Lane to camp.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 15RitchieLaneT5R7WELS04765
Home facts updated by county records on May 27, 2026
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Schools
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% 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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Mt Chase, ME • 04765
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.