10 Ninfi Lane, Mount Desert, ME 04660

$1,775,000

A view from the water of "Paradise on the Rocks" on magnificent Somes Sound with it's dock and float.

Looking at the property from the south and back towards Somesville.

Another view of the property from looking to the north.

The deep water off the dock is visible from this photo.

The south side of the house facing the driveway, with a path leading to the deck and down to the water.

A cherry front door and the meranti mahogany front entry.

Cedar shingles are the exterior wood on the house.

A generous entry with granite floors, an inlaid compass rose and closets.

The breathtaking view greets you when you enter the large two-story living room!

An other view of Somes Sound from the living room.

The two-story custom built granite fireplace graces one wall of the spacious living room.

The living room looking towards the dining room and kitchen beyond.

The living room has steel reinforced beams all around it.

The gracious dining room offers a window seat that can convert to dining seating.

A sweet archway is your entry into the kitchen from the dining room.

The custom wet bar has floating glass shelves to the ceiling, wine storage, ample storage and a granite counter.

There are magnificent views from nearly every room in this home.

The cozy window seat is a perfect place to snuggle in with a good book or just enjoy the water view.

Looking back at the living room from the dining room.

The well equipped kitchen features cherry cabinets and Brazilian floors, granite counters that contain marble and a white marble backsplash to compliment it.

All the appliances are stainless and top of the line. A true cook's kitchen with water views and a spacious island.

The room behind the kitchen has a vaulted ceiling, gas heat stove and lots of room to become a library, study, media room or whatever you like.

Another look at the bonus room behind the kitchen.

The utility room, conveniently located off the kitchen has built in storage and a sink.

Stairs to the second floor and two more bedrooms.

A first floor bedroom and bath are close to the entry.

First floor bedroom with views of the water

Full bathroom next to first floor bedroom that also serves as a powder room.

Lovely hand made sink in first floor bathroom.

Bedroom number two on the second floor, with water views and its own bathroom.

Second guest bathroom on the second floor.

The master bedroom with beautiful views of the water!

A soaking and jetted tub in the master bedroom.

Master bathroom with twin sinks, quartz counters and stone floors and glass tiled shower.

The master closet has built-ins and is roomy.

A view of the Blue Star Meranti Mahogany deck.

Another portion of the deck with a gas fire pit.

Looking at the ramp and dock from the deck.

View of the house with all it's wonderful angles.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,145 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 17,860 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,775,000 List Date: 5/25/2021 Last Modified: 1/07/2025

Overview

Description

When you walk into the two-story living room of this magnificent house, you'll feel as though you're in the bow of a boat with 180 degrees of water views and the mountains beyond! ''Paradise on the Rocks'' and its two-story steel-girded room literally takes your breath away. This custom-built home features a serious cook's kitchen with marble tiles and granite counters, cherry cabinets and top of the line appliances. The dining room has built-in seating on the water side and a large wet bar with wine storage, glass shelves to the ceiling and a granite counter. A first floor bedroom with full bathroom and a large bonus room (family room, library den) is accessed by lovely pocket doors with rippled glass inserts is just behind the kitchen. The large laundry/utility room is also on the first floor and accessed by two entries. Radiant heat in the first floor and master bathroom. Two bedrooms and full bathrooms on the second floor with more magnificent views of Somes Sound. Brazilian cherry ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1493206

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 10
Street Name: Ninfi
Street Type: Lane
County: Hancock
Town: Mount Desert
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04660
Leased Land: No
Book: 3685
Page: 204
Map: 8
Lot: 152
Zoning: SC
Zoning Overlay: No
Association: No
School District: Mount Desert Public Schools
Full Tax Amount $: 11168
Tax Year: 2021

Contract Information

Original List Price: 1750000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
Deed: All
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
Bank Owned REO: No
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
# Rooms: 9
# Bedrooms: 3
# Fireplaces: Yes
Total Full Baths: 3
Total Baths: 3
Color: Grey
Year Built: 2006
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3145
SqFt Finished Total: 3145
SqFt Source: Public Records
Garage: No
Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.41
Source of Acreage: Public Records
Total Half Baths: 0
SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0
Garage Spaces: 0

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2021-05-29
Closed Date: 2021-07-16
Closed Price: 1775000

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 84
Water Frontage Owned: 84
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Somes Sound
Island: No
Water Frontage Shared: 0

More Information

Utilities

Utilities On: Yes

Sold Info

Appraiser Email Address: Marcia@MBRE.NET

Site

Open: Yes
Rolling/Sloping: Yes
Well Landscaped: Yes

Location

Neighborhood: Yes
Rural: Yes

Roads

Public: Yes
Right of Way: Yes

Transportation

Deep Water Access: Yes
Major Road Access: Yes
Near Airport: Yes

Source of Water Frontage

Public Records: Yes

Water Body Type

Ocean: Yes

Recreational Water

Boat Mooring: Yes
Deeded: Yes
Dock: Yes
Oceanfront: Yes
Waterfront Deep: Yes

Construction

Steel Frame: Yes
Wood Frame: Yes

Other Structures

Shed(s): Yes

Levels

Multi-Level: Yes

Basement

Partial: Yes
Walk-Out Access: Yes

View

Mountain(s): Yes
Scenic: Yes

Foundation Materials

Poured Concrete: Yes

Exterior

Shingle Siding: Yes

Roof

Composition: Yes

Heat System

Baseboard: Yes
Hot Water: Yes
Radiant: Yes
Zoned: Yes

Appliances Included

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Wall Oven: Yes
Washer: Yes

Energy Efficiency

Ceiling Fans: Yes

Heat Fuel

Gas Bottled: Yes
Propane: Yes
Wood: Yes

Cooling

Heat Pump: Yes

Floors

Carpet: Yes
Other: Yes
Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Kitchen Countertop

Granite: Yes

Parking

5 - 10 Spaces: Yes

Style

Contemporary: Yes
Other: Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers: Yes
Generator Hookup: Yes

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: Yes
Bedroom 1 Level: First

Bedroom 1 Amenities

Closet: Yes
Full Bath: Yes

Gas

Bottled: Yes

Sewer

Private Sewer: Yes
Septic Tank: Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 2 Level: Second

Water

Private: Yes
Well: Yes

Bedroom Amenities 2

Closet: Yes
Full Bath: Yes

Driveway

Paved: Yes

Restrictions

No Restrictions: Yes

Water Heater

Off Heating System: Yes

Window Features

Double Pane Windows: Yes

Amenities

1st Floor Bedroom: Yes
Bathtub: Yes
Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
Other Amenities: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Primary Bedroom w/Bath: Yes
Security System: Yes
Shower: Yes
Storage: Yes
Walk-in Closets: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: Yes

Equipment

Cable: Yes
Central Vacuum: Yes
Internet Access Available: Yes

Bonus Room

Bonus Room: Yes
Bonus Room Level: First

Bonus Room Amenities

Cathedral Ceiling: Yes
Heat Stove: Yes
Vaulted Ceiling: Yes

Vehicle Storage

No Vehicle Storage: Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First

Dining Room Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Dining Area: Yes
Informal: Yes

Great Room

Great Room: Yes
Great Room Level: First

Great Room Amenities

Cathedral Ceiling: Yes
Vaulted Ceiling: Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace: Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First

Kitchen Amenities

Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes

Laundry Room

Laundry: Yes
Laundry Room Level: First

Laundry Room Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Utility Sink: Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Closet: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Jetted Tub: Yes
Separate Shower: Yes
Skylight: Yes
Walk-in Closet: Yes

Room Features

Built-Ins: Yes
Cathedral Ceiling(s): Yes
Closet: Yes
Dining Area: Yes
Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Heat Stove: Yes
Informal: Yes
Jetted Tub: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Separate Shower: Yes
Skylight: Yes
Utility Sink: Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace: Yes

Property Features

Site: Open; Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped Location: Neighborhood; Rural Roads: Public; Right of Way Transportation: Deep Water Access; Major Road Access; Near Airport Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Ocean Recreational Water: Boat Mooring; Deeded; Dock; Oceanfront; Waterfront Deep View: Mountain(s); Scenic Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Wall Oven; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Granite Style: Contemporary; Other Levels: Multi-Level Construction: Steel Frame; Wood Frame Basement: Partial; Walk-Out Access Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Composition Exterior: Shingle Siding Heat System: Baseboard; Hot Water; Radiant; Zoned Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled; Propane; Wood Water Heater: Off Heating System Cooling: Heat Pump Floors: Carpet; Other; Tile; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; Bathtub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Other Amenities; Pantry; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Security System; Shower; Storage; Walk-in Closets Patio and Porch Features: Deck Equipment: Cable; Central Vacuum; Internet Access Available Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans Driveway: Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Other Structures: Shed(s) Restrictions: No Restrictions Electric: Circuit Breakers; Generator Hookup Gas: Bottled Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Tank Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Primary Bedroom	Second
Bedroom 1	First
Bedroom 2	Second
Bonus Room	First
Dining Room	First
Great Room	First
Kitchen	First
Laundry	First
Bonus Room	First

Documents

Property Disclosure Public Access ›

Lead Paint Addendum Public Access ›

IDX

Listing Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Selling Office: The Knowles Company

Last Updated: January - 07 - 2025

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