118 Village Rd, Steuben, ME 04680

Lovely late-Victorian farmhouse featuring beautiful original woodwork and peaceful views across gardens and marshland to Tunk Stream frontage, which flows into the nearby saltwater bay. The town boat landing is less than 1/4 mile away, offering easy access to the water. Village Road is a quiet, picturesque lane lined with similar period homes and neighbors, creating a welcoming village atmosphere. Elementary School, Town Hall, Post Office and wonderful elegant new bakery with performance space are within walking distance to home. The Eagle Institute in Steuben offers year round seminars on natural history topics led by scientists from around the globe, as well as professional classical and other music performances by artists in Maine. Just 10 minutes away, the larger community of Milbridge provides shopping for everyday necessities as well as unique shops, restaurants, and an active arts community. Residents enjoy a newly renovated performance venue, community garden, and a variety of local events throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby Pigeon Hill Preserve in Steuben, offering miles of scenic hiking trails through hundreds of acres of conserved land leading to the dramatic waterfront. A short drive farther brings you to the Schoodic Peninsula, home to the quieter section of Acadia National Park, where visitors enjoy rugged coastal scenery, hiking, cycling, and the charming villages, farms, galleries, restaurants, antique shops, and performance venues that make the area so special. For additional exploration, Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island are approximately an hour away. Along the way, you'll pass through the City of Ellsworth, the county seat of Hancock County, where you'll find a full range of services and amenities, including Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital, shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions.