23 Garthgannon Road, Owls Head, ME 04854

$3,250,000

Stunning home on private lot with waterfront on Penobscot Bay

Virtual Tour

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Penobscot Bay - some of the best sailing and boating in the world!

Contemporary coastal home with guest quarters and fragrant perennial gardens

Protected bay with private boat mooring and subdivision deep water dock

At low tide, enjoy a gravel beach - perfect for lobster bakes!

The back porch is the perfect place to spend the summer days

Enjoy the ever changing views of the bay

The stone path leads to the very accessible waterfront!

Enjoy the view of your boat while relaxing on the porch. Summer serenity at its best.

The gracious front entry with hand carved relief over the front door

The setting is private! The home is set back from the road and features a paved drive

The front door opens to a large foyer. The stone wall is the back side of the great room fireplace

The elegant formal dining room is off the foyer

Dining room also has direct access to the kitchen.

The great room will take your breath away with its wall of windows and views to the bay.

The focal point of the room is the stone fireplace. Note the timbered ceilings and custom railings on the 2nd floor

At Christmas, the great room show off its true colors!

Can you imagine yourself here at Christmas?

The great room will accomodate the largest tree and lots of family!

The gourmet custom kitchen is a chef's delight. A copper farmhouse sink and prep sink are provided!

The Viking range is topped by a custom hammered copper hood.

Abundant work space can accomodate multiple cooks in the kitchen!

Off the kitchen is an intimate dining nook.

The screened porch is a relaxed dining area and features a built in grill.

The rosewood paneled office and ocean views bring serenity to the workspace.

The 1st floor master suite with ocean views

The master suite offers a relaxing haven.

Master suite has separate "his and hers" bathroom areas along with a shared shower

Her Master bath offers large vanity with labradorite countertops and walk in closet

Her Master bath also features a copper soaking tub and toilet.

His master bath features a labradorite countertop vanity, walk in closet and toilet

The 2nd floor hallway opens to the great room and graced with a custom rail. It connects 2 ensuite bedrooms.

A raised area functioned as a theater stage for the children. Great spot for family performances!

The large 2nd bedroom has ocean views and self contained AC

The 3rd bedroom is also spacious, with self contained AC and ocean views.

The lower level features a game room, fire place and full bath

Large shop area currently set up for woodworking but will accomodate almost any creative dream!!

Above the garage is a cozy 1 bedroom guest apartment

The apartment provides a full kitchen and even a wood stove!

The large guest bedroom has a king size bed

Aerial view looking back towards the home. Note the private deepwater pier and dock.

Private mooring for your boat. Subdivision dock and pier provide all the convenience and none of the maintenance for you!

Water side of house - extensive hardscaping and plantings

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 7,446 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 207,346 Status: Closed

Current Price: $3,250,000 List Date: 1/28/2021 Last Modified: 1/06/2025

Overview

Description

This beautiful coastal Maine residence, sitting in a private subdivision on a very private lot is an extremely rare find! Designed by an award winning architect, this charming home has all the amenities you could dream of. The main house consists of 3 ensuite bedrooms including a first floor master with his and hers bath areas, a custom chef's kitchen, soaring great room with fireplace, rosewood paneled home office, game room, and a workshop. A charming 1 bedroom guest apartment is located on the second floor of the barn/garage complete with a full kitchen, beamed living area - and even a wood stove to keep things cozy! Outdoors, the grounds are beautifully landscaped, with perennials and hardscaping situated to fill the eye with color. The waterfront is accessible with a gravel beach – the perfect spot for lobster cookouts. And the view from the barrel vaulted ceiling porch will take your breath away. The subdivision offers features such as tennis courts and a large permanent pier a ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1480819

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 23
Street Name: Garthgannon
Street Type: Road
County: Knox
Town: Owls Head
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04854
Leased Land: No
Book: 3143
Page: 6
Map: 11
Lot: 49-17
Zoning: Residential
Zoning Overlay: Yes
Neighborhood Association: Ocean Edge
Association: Yes
Association Fee: 8250
Fee Frequency Paid: Annually
Full Tax Amount $: 19566
Tax Year: 2020

Contract Information

Original List Price: 2900000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed: All
Deed Restrictions: Yes
Bank Owned REO: No
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
# Rooms: 15
# Bedrooms: 4
# Fireplaces: 2
Total Full Baths: 5
Total Half Baths: Yes
Total Baths: 6
Year Built: 2005
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 4885
SqFt Finished Below Grade: 2561
SqFt Finished Total: 7446
SqFt Source: Other
Other Source of Square Footage: Matterport
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres +/-: 4.76
Source of Acreage: Public Records

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2021-10-04
Closed Date: 2021-11-18
Closed Price: 3250000

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 241
Water Frontage Owned: 241
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Penobscot Bay
Island: No
Water Frontage Shared: 0

More Information

Site

Rolling/Sloping: Yes
Wooded: Yes

Location

Near Country Club: Yes
Near Golf Course: Yes
Near Public Beach: Yes
Near Shopping: Yes
Near Town: Yes
Neighborhood: Yes
Subdivision: Yes

Roads

Paved: Yes
Private Road: Yes

Transportation

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

Source of Water Frontage

Public Records: Yes

Water Body Type

Bay: Yes
Harbor: Yes
Ocean: Yes

Recreational Water

Beach Rights: Yes
Boat Mooring: Yes
Deeded: Yes
Oceanfront: Yes
Waterfront Deep: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Other Structures

Shed(s): Yes

Basement

Finished: Yes
Full: Yes
Walk-Out Access: Yes

View

Scenic: Yes
Trees/Woods: Yes

Foundation Materials

Poured Concrete: Yes

Exterior

Shingle Siding: Yes
Wood Siding: Yes

Roof

Shingle: Yes

Heat System

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

Appliances Included

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Heat Fuel

Oil: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes
Wall/Window Unit(s): Yes

Floors

Carpet: Yes
Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Kitchen Countertop

Granite: Yes

Parking

5 - 10 Spaces: Yes
On Site: Yes
Paved: Yes

Style

Shingle: Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers: Yes

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: Yes
Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Bedroom 1 Amenities

Full Bath: Yes
Suite: Yes
Walk-in Closet: Yes

Gas

Bottled: Yes

Sewer

Private Sewer: Yes
Septic Tank: Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 2 Level: Second

Water

Private: Yes

Bedroom Amenities 2

Full Bath: Yes
Suite: Yes
Walk-in Closet: Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 3 Level: Second

Bedroom Amenities 3

Above Garage: Yes
Cathedral Ceiling: Yes
Closet: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Laundry/Laundry Hook-up: Yes
Suite: Yes

Driveway

Paved: Yes

Basement Entry

Interior: Yes

Water Heater

Off Heating System: Yes

Window Features

Double Pane Windows: Yes

Amenities

1st Floor Bedroom: Yes
1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath: Yes
Bathtub: Yes
In-Law Apartment: Yes
Irrigation System: Yes
Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
One-Floor Living: Yes
Other Amenities: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Primary Bedroom w/Bath: Yes
Security System: Yes
Shower: Yes
Storage: Yes
Tennis Court: Yes
Walk-in Closets: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: Yes
Porch: Yes
Porch-Screened: Yes

Equipment

Generator: Yes

Vehicle Storage

2 Car: Yes
Auto Door Opener: Yes
Detached: Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First

Dining Room Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Dining Area: Yes
Formal: Yes
Tray Ceiling: Yes

Exercise Room

Exercise Room: Yes
Exercise Room Level: Basement

Great Room

Great Room: Yes
Great Room Level: First

Great Room Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Cathedral Ceiling: Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace: Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First

Kitchen Amenities

Breakfast Nook: Yes
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

Living Room

Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: Second

Living Room Amenities

Cathedral Ceiling: Yes
Heat Stove: Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: First

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Double Vanities: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Separate Shower: Yes
Soaking Tub: Yes
Suite: Yes
Tray Ceiling: Yes
Walk-in Closet: Yes

Office

Office: Yes
Office Level: First

Office Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Tray Ceiling: Yes

Sunroom

Sunroom: Yes
Sunroom Level: First

Sunroom Amenities

Three-Season: Yes
Unheated: Yes

Other Room 2

Other Room 2: Yes
Other Room 2 Level: Basement

Other Room Amenities 2

Workshop: Yes

Other Room 3

Other Room 3: Yes
Other Room 3 Level: Basement

Other Room Amenities 3

Rec Room: Yes

Other Room 4

Other Room 4: Yes
Other Room 4 Level: Basement

Other Room Amenities 4

Utility Room: Yes

Room Features

Above Garage: Yes
Breakfast Nook: Yes
Built-Ins: Yes
Cathedral Ceiling(s): Yes
Closet: Yes
Dining Area: Yes
Double Vanity: Yes
Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Formal: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Heat Stove: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Laundry/Laundry Hook-up: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Rec Room: Yes
Separate Shower: Yes
Soaking Tub: Yes
Suite: Yes
Three-Season: Yes
Tray Ceiling(s): Yes
Unheated: Yes
Utility Room: Yes
Utility Sink: Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace: Yes
Workshop: Yes

Property Features

Site: Rolling/Sloping; Wooded Location: Near Country Club; Near Golf Course; Near Public Beach; Near Shopping; Near Town; Neighborhood; Subdivision Roads: Paved; Private Road Transportation: Deep Water Access; Major Road Access; Near Airport Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Bay; Harbor; Ocean Recreational Water: Beach Rights; Boat Mooring; Deeded; Oceanfront; Waterfront Deep View: Scenic; Trees/Woods Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Granite Style: Shingle Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Finished; Full; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Shingle Exterior: Shingle Siding; Wood Siding Heat System: Baseboard; Hot Water; Radiant; Zoned Heat Fuel: Oil Water Heater: Off Heating System Cooling: Central Air; Wall/Window Unit(s) Floors: Carpet; Tile; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Bathtub; In-Law Apartment; Irrigation System; Laundry - 1st Floor; One-Floor Living; Other Amenities; Pantry; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Security System; Shower; Storage; Tennis Court; Walk-in Closets Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Porch; Porch-Screened Equipment: Generator Driveway: Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; On Site; Paved Vehicle Storage: 2 Car; Auto Door Opener; Detached Other Structures: Shed(s) Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Bottled Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Tank Water: Private

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Dining Room	First
Great Room	First
Kitchen	First
Laundry	First
Sunroom	First
Office	First
Primary Bedroom	First
Bedroom 1	Second
Bedroom 2	Second
Other Room 2	Basement
Other Room 3	Basement
Other Room 4	Basement
Bedroom 3	Second
Exercise Room	Basement
Kitchen	Second
Living Room	Second
Exercise Room	Basement

IDX

Listing Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Selling Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Last Updated: January - 06 - 2025

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