Waterfront
Address
29 Forest Way, Swans Island, ME
Price
$ 619,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1666866
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyHancock
- CitySwans Island
- NeighborhoodIsland Retreat Association
- Zip04685
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1991
- Taxes$ 3464
- Price$ 619,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1639
- Lot Size5.1 Acres
Data Source:
Maine Listings (MREIS)
Property Description
Delightful and unique year-round Timberpeg Post & Beam Contemporary in the highly desirable Island Retreat neighborhood, with shared rights to 1,600 feet of waterfront on beautiful Mackerel Cove, plus dock and clubhouse privileges. Situated on a magnificent granite ledge, the home was thoughtfully placed to embrace the land's natural beauty. The interior centers around a stunning central chimney and staircase, with all the rooms circling around it. The first floor offers a kitchen, living room, half bath, enclosed back porch, and two open porches. The second floor provides three bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor is crowned by the treehouse room - ideal as a studio, office, or reading retreat. Set on 5.1 private acres with hiking trails running directly onto the property and water access right out the door: kayaking, sailing, and exploring the cove. Swans Island is conveniently served by the Maine State Ferry from Bass Harbor, averaging 5 to 6 round trips daily, making year-round island living easy. Enjoy the quiet, beauty, and slower pace of Swans Island.
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer,Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Zoning | Rural |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Hancock |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | true |
| Status | Active |
| City | Swans Island |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 222156 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3464 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 31 |
| Body of Water | Mackeral Cove |
| Heating | Electric,Wood,Baseboard,External Heating Plant,Radiant |
| Cooling | None |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| HOA Fee | 900 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| Subdivision Name | Island Retreat Association |
| Roof | Composition,Fiberglass |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Construction Materials | Other,Wood Frame,Clapboard |
| Year Built | 1991 |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Total Rooms | 6 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Structure Type | Post & Beam |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Basement | Exterior Entry,Partial,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1639 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Near Public Beach,Neighborhood,Rural,Subdivided,Rolling Slope,Wooded |
| Water Source | Private,Well |
| Lot Size Area | 5.1 |
| Lot Size Acres | 5.1 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel,Dirt |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Building Area Total | 1639 |
| Foundation Details | Block,Granite |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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