This private oceanfront Shingle-style cottage enjoys spectacular western views across Penobscot Bay to the Camden Hills. Built in 1993, the elegant residence was designed by architect John Silverio and features a light-filled open floor plan centered around an impressive Russian brick fireplace. The surrounding 11.64± acres of wooded property includes 2,403± feet of shorefront on Penobscot Bay with a private sand and pebble beach and a deep-water mooring.
Three-bedroom main residence
Classic wraparound porch
Rooftop widow’s walk offers commanding views of the lighthouse and both sides of Grindle Point
Impeccable craftsmanship throughout
Property also includes a guest cottage/studio with hot tub and water views, affectionately known as “Two Nights,” with a one-bedroom apartment on the second level and two-vehicle garage and large open studio below
Property Details
ME1494
Shingle Style Cottage
Waldo
Joseph Sortwell
Interior (More Info)
Features & Equipment
Formal entry of the wraparound porch leads through the sunroom and into the open rooms of the first floor which surround the Russian fireplace
Focused around a center island, the inviting kitchen flows into the adjacent dining area
Kitchen recently updated with granite countertops, new appliances and new cabinets
Casual living room enjoys views of the Camden Hills and Penobscot Bay
Cathedral ceilings with skylights over the dining room and the sunroom
French doors open from both the dining area and the sunroom onto the wraparound porch
Wide circular oak stairs rise to the second floor
Master bedroom with attached bath overlooks the bay
A second bedroom and full bath are also located on the second level
The third floor has an open studio/bedroom with a built-in desk, cabinets and access to the widow’s walk
First level of the guest cottage has an L-shaped studio that currently functions as a media room with seating for eight and two twin beds, plus a bar sink and separate laundry
Second level of the guest cottage has a one-bedroom apartment with kitchenette
Exterior (More Info)
Exterior Features
Extensive, private sand and pebble beach
Deep-water mooring
Granite moorings for a swim float are in place
Two-car heated garage
Deck for the guest cottage has water views and a six-person hot tub
The land is a combination of woodland and open marsh affording privacy in all directions
Close to the Islesboro lighthouse which enables navigation during any weather plus protected moorings
Additional 3.58± acres of abutting waterfront land is being offered separately