Nestled into 35+ secluded acres, this beautifully crafted, lovingly maintained home has remained in the same family for over 40 years and is now ready to find a second owner. Offering a rarely seen blend of modern construction & conveniences with design elements to reflect the heritage of Maine's earlier days, improvements in recent years include new siding, roof, updated bathrooms & mechanicals, flooring, exterior doors & Marvin window upgrades throughout and a complete new septic system in 2021. The large eat-in kitchen flooded with natural lighting welcomes you. The living room features a pellet stove with Colonial style mantelpiece surround, wide pine floors and wrap around windows. Primary bedroom and a full bath are on the first floor. Another full bath and two well sized bedrooms are on the second floor, both with built-in bookcases and ample closet space. The 35+ acres of owned land includes about 2 acres +/- of open field, with about 1/4 of an acre +/- of native low bush blueberries (mowed 2020). The remainder of the acreage is mature mixed forest, flush with wildlife and privacy, sloping down to a lovely wetlands area at the rear edge of the parcel. You will find daffodil, lilac, azalea & fruiting apple trees dotted around the property, as well as a fenced organic garden plot. Both the front & backyards are also fully fenced ~ wonderful for pets & small children. The basement contains the laundry and could be finished for additional living space or used as-is for a workshop. No deeded restrictions. Consolidated Communications provides internet service. The rural Orland location enjoys close proximity to downtown Blue Hill, is a 20 minute drive to either Castine or downtown Ellsworth, just over a 30 minute drive to Belfast or Bangor and is under an hour to Acadia National Park. Welcome home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
35.84 acresLot Size
$246Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Peter {Ryan} Swanson• Pemetic Purveyors
Contact: 207-667-7355
Bought with Timothy {Tim} Burch• NextHome Experience
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,638
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1977
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,638
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $1,561,190.40
Lot Size (Acres): 35.84
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Unknown
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,117.82
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric, Tank
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 423 Front Ridge Road, Orland, ME 04472
Directions: Directions From Ellsworth: Follow ME-3/US-1 for 14.5 miles. At the Shell station in East Orland (where the road forks back toward Penobscot/Blue Hill), turn left onto ME-15/Front Ridge Road. #423 is 1.9 miles up on the right. No sign. Gravel driveway.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,638
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 35.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 1347465
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Bucksport Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
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Bucksport High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$383,000 – $463,000
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