The perfect marriage of old and new, the old is a darling 1850's cape tastefully and meticulously restored with attention to detail and the new, a 3-story, 4,000 square foot contemporary timber frame barn. A magnificent property on 16 acres with 700 feet of water frontage. Sweeping views across a field to the shore with expansive southerly views down the bay and westerly views across the bay to the harbor and the village. The cape is the perfect guest house with 4 bedrooms, one ensuite, charming living room with original, wood burning fireplace and a great kitchen opening onto a screened porch. The barn house has exposed timbers open to the peak from the second floor great room, kitchen and dining, plus a 3-seson sun room. There are two bedrooms, large sleeping loft with a ship's ladder to a tower room with built-in seats for a 360 degree view of the surroundings. With an eye for detail and top quality materials, this is an unusually beautiful property. Both buildings are turn-key with some personal items not included.

Perched above Frenchman Bay on 4.30 acres, this house has a panoramic view of the entire bay to the islands and mountains, and a set of steps to access 180 feet of shore frontage. On a full foundation with radiant in-floor heat, the living room, with walls of built-in bookcases and a granite wood burning fireplace at one end, opens onto the front deck overlooking the bay. The kitchen, dining, and living room are all open to cathedral ceilings. The master suite has deck access with bay views and the second bedroom has views of the back meadow and tree line. This is one-floor living at its best. At the top of the slope of the meadow there is charming, rustic guest cabin with one bedroom, full bath, kitchenette with dining area and a great rental history. Beautiful walking and biking area, the anchorage is near by as are tennis courts, several top-notch restaurants, and conveniently located half way between Acadia National Park on MDI and the Schoodic branch of the park.

Nestled in an unusually natural setting on a six acre elevated site with 155 ft. on the water and a beach, this contemporary has views of Taunton Bay from all rooms except one of the bedrooms and the bathrooms. An open living room has a wall of windows to the bay, built-ins, a wood burning fireplace with additional built-ins dividing the dining room with a wall of windows. Easy galley kitchen with plenty of cabinets and a pantry, all a few steps for your prep and cooking needs. The den, off the primary bedroom, opens to the deck. A natural wood ceiling, windows on the water, a wood stove and built-in book shelves complete this cozy reading room and office space. Three bedrooms, two of which have glimpses of the bay and two full baths are all on the back side of the house. The beach is accessed by steps from the lawn. In a protected cove on the bay tempered from the open ocean's winds and seas, the house and land together hold a calmness. Taunton Bay is a kayaking mecca for bird watching or just a peaceful paddle in and out of coves. Walk to summer concerts at the renowned Monteux School & Music Festival with a public symphony concert led by student conductors & musicians each Sunday and Wednesday evenings. Short distances to many hiking trails on the Hancock Point Peninsula, tennis courts, and harbor. Three outstanding restaurants minutes away and half way between Mt. Desert Island and Acadia National Park and the Schoodic Peninsula's branch of Acadia.

On a 21-acre elevated site in a pastoral setting, this stunning 1860 farmhouse is surrounded by mowed fields and mixed tree growth. The living room, with a wood burning fireplace, leads to a dining room and from there into a charming eat-in kitchen which opens onto a porch overlooking an enclosed grass courtyard. Lovely period details throughout the interior The summer great room opens into a screened porch connected to the artist's studio and barn. There are four bedrooms on the second floor with two full baths, one of which connects to the master suite. The grounds are lovely with an English garden with small beds for veggies and perennials surrounded by boxwood edgings. An espalier pear tree graces an exterior wall in the garden area. Easy access to 3 well-known area restaurants tennis courts, dock, mooring area, and beaches all within a two-mile radius of the property. Half way between both branches of Acadia National Park, the MDI part and the Schoodic peninsula.

Never before offered on the open market, this gem of a property on 2.3 acres with shore access faces a small harbor with incredible westerly views across a protected cove to the bay for unforgettable sunsets. Easy one-floor living, kitchen, breakfast room w/wood burning fireplace, living room with large windows with same water views to the west. Lower level finished room with full bath, wood burning fireplace, full kitchen for large gatherings with separate room for exercise equipment and hot tub. Lovely decks back and front which lead to a covered heated pool and across the lawn, a tennis court. This is a part of down east Maine that few people experience, a one-of-a kind property unpretentious and practical but lovely. The tax amount will be determined at closing since this 2.3 acres with the house is removed from a much larger parcel of land.

This passive solar house, facing due south for lots of sun, is perched on a knoll overlooking beautiful perennial gardens on the sloping lawn. Living room, dining area and kitchen open to a large, front deck through sliding glass doors that have custom, insulated window quilts to shade in summer and warm in winter. Charming spaces on each floor with a first floor bedroom and three on the second floor, two full baths, one on each floor and first-floor laundry. Attached wood shed for storage. Seasonal water views down Union River Bay. Half way between Ellsworth and Blue Hill and a few minutes from Surry Village, it a great location to get to hiking trails, beaches, Surry boat launch and area ponds.

Pristine inside and out on .75 acre, this 3-bedroom ranch sits on an elevated site with a large back deck for long views surrounded by lovely yard and also a front screened porch. Chef's kitchen with dining area opening onto the deck. Beautiful finishing touches throughout, granite counter tops, ensuite primary bedroom & full bath, two other bedrooms and another full bath. The finished room in the lower level has a propane fireplace and plenty of space for a studio, family room, game room or whatever you might need as extra work space. 10 x 16 garden shed for plenty of storage as well as interior storage space. 4 miles from downtown Ellsworth and 20 minutes to Bucksport. All furnishings are negotiable and house could be move-in ready. This is easy living at its best.

Beautifully sited house on 2.3 acres of fruit trees and gardens. Contemporary saltbox has step down living room opening onto a large rear deck surrounded by plantings with seasonal views to Taunton Bay. A charming kitchen, dining room, full bath and den are on the first floor with 3 bedrooms and full bath on second. With workshop space in the basement and a finished off room for your studio or game room there is an entrance from the driveway there. With a common lot for access to the bay for kayaking or to just enjoy being on the water, this well-established subdivision is only 5 miles from Ellsworth and half way between both parts of Acadia National Park on MDI and on the Schoodic Peninsula. Four excellent restaurants now open within a five-mile radius. Enjoy a lovely property and all the surrounding area has to offer.

Nestled on high ground looking into a tiered garden area, this incredible house was custom built for the owner and sited to take advantage of the garden views from all rooms. Planned and created by the owner, the garden area has consecutive blooming plants for three seasons, winter interest and manageable vegetable beds all totally fenced. An open concept for kitchen, living and dining area on the first floor with a four-season attached sunroom/greenhouse, full bath, large pantry, radiant in-floor heat and a woodstove to round out lovely living spaces. An attached screened porch surrounded by apple trees, lilacs, and the woods garden faces east for morning sun and south for afternoon. The second floor has a bathroom, the primary bedroom overlooking the gardens, and a second bedroom currently being used as a studio. The attached one-car garage with a loft has ample space for a car, storage for gardening tools and partial wood supply for the woodstove in the living room, in addition to an attached woodshed. With south face, the rooms are light filled most of the day. Near the Schoodic branch of Acadia National Park, Schoodic Arts for All, and the Petit Manan Wildlife Sanctuary with beautiful hiking trails and beaches, the property is 30 minutes from Ellsworth and 10 minutes to Milbridge. This uncommon and enchanting place is thoughtfully designed by the owner with a eye for spatial relationships in natural surroundings.

Nestled in a beautiful setting on desirable Taunton Drive in Sullivan, this charming and thoughtfully renovated farmhouse offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern comfort. Set on a spacious 2.8-acre lot, the property provides a peaceful retreat while remaining conveniently close to Ellsworth and Acadia National Park. The home features a newly installed full bathroom on the first floor, an updated kitchen with contemporary finishes, and a remodeled second-floor bathroom complete with laundry. Recent upgrades include a new woodstove and a Rinnai propane heater, offering efficient and cozy heat throughout the seasons. A detached garage provides excellent utility with ample overhead storage, ideal for workshop space or seasonal gear. The property has a strong rental history and currently has tenants. Showings will need to be coordinated accordingly. Whether you're seeking a year-round residence or a seasonal getaway, this property offers comfort, space, and a location that brings Maine's coastal lifestyle within easy reach.