248 Branchview Drive, Ellsworth, ME 04605

$2,650,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 4,285 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 146,797 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,650,000 List Date: 4/01/2026 Last Modified: 6/26/2026

Overview

Description

Villa Vie: An extraordinary lakefront retreat offering turnkey luxury on one of Maine's most pristine 3,000-acre lakes. Fully renovated in 2024, the residence seamlessly blends contemporary design with refined European influences, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere throughout. The home features five beautifully appointed bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, thoughtfully designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining. A serene first-floor primary suite serves as a private sanctuary, complete with dual closets, a spa-like bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower, and a private covered deck. At the heart of the home, alight-filled open-concept living space showcases expansive windows framing breathtaking lake views. The gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring striking black marble countertops, premium appliances, and a generous window seat, flowing seamlessly into the dining and living areas and out to a covered deck for seamless indoor-outdoor liv ...

Listing Details MLS# 1656024

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
248
Street Name
Branchview
Street Type
Drive
County
Hancock
Town
Ellsworth
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04605
Zip +4
2919
Leased Land
No
Book
7223
Page
704
Map
81
Lot
35,65,66
Zoning
EDPD, DW
Zoning Overlay
Unknown
Neighborhood Association
Branchview Drive Road Associaiton
Association
Yes
Association Fee
350
Fee Frequency Paid
Annually
Full Tax Amount $
24484
Tax Year
2026
Tree Growth Y/N
No

Contract Information

Original List Price
2650000

Property Information

Surveyed
Yes
Seasonal
No
Deed Restrictions
Unknown
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot
No
# Rooms
14
# Bedrooms
5
Total Full Baths
4
Total Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
5
Furniture
Furnished
Color
Natural
Year Built
1984
SqFt Finished Above Grade
3115
SqFt Finished Below Grade
1170
SqFt Finished Total
4285
SqFt Source
Public Records
Other Source of Square Footage
Measured
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Lot Size Acres +/-
3.37
Source of Acreage
Public Records

Water Info

Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Amount
255
Water Frontage Owned
255
Water View
Yes
Water Body Name
Branch Lake

Appliances Included

Other Appliances
second set washer & dryer

More Information

Vehicle Storage

Attached
Yes

Utilities

Utilities On
Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 2 Level
Second

Bedroom Amenities 2

Closet
Yes
Skylight
Yes
Soaking Tub
Yes
Vaulted Ceiling
Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 3 Level
Second

Bedroom Amenities 3

Closet
Yes
Vaulted Ceiling
Yes

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 4 Level
Second

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 5
Yes
Bedroom 5 Level
Second

Bonus Room

Bonus Room
Yes
Bonus Room Level
Second

Bonus Room Amenities

Skylight
Yes

Den

Den
Yes
Den Level
Second

Den Amenities

Skylight
Yes
Vaulted Ceiling
Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room
Yes
Dining Room Level
First

Exercise Room

Exercise Room
Yes
Exercise Room Level
Basement

Family Room

Family Room
Yes
Family Room Level
Basement

Kitchen

Kitchen
Yes
Kitchen Level
First

Kitchen Amenities

Breakfast Nook
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Skylight
Yes

Laundry Room

Laundry
Yes
Laundry Room Level
First

Living Room

Living Room
Yes
Living Room Level
First

Living Room Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes
Formal
Yes
Heat Stove
Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom
Yes
Primary Bedroom Level
First

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Balcony/Deck
Yes
Closet
Yes
Double Vanities
Yes
Full Bath
Yes
Separate Shower
Yes
Soaking Tub
Yes
Suite
Yes
Walk-in Closet
Yes

Mud Room

Mud Room
Yes
Mud Room Level
First

Room Features

Balcony/Deck
Yes
Breakfast Nook
Yes
Built-Ins
Yes
Closet
Yes
Double Vanity
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Formal
Yes
Full Bath
Yes
Heat Stove
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Rec Room
Yes
Separate Shower
Yes
Skylight
Yes
Soaking Tub
Yes
Suite
Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes

Property Features

Site: Open; Well Landscaped; Wooded Location: Rural Roads: Association; Gravel; Private Road Transportation: Major Road Access Source of Water Frontage: Deed; Public Records Water Body Type: Lake Recreational Water: Boat Mooring; Deeded; Dock; Lake/Fresh Water View: Mountain(s); Scenic Appliances Included: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Wall Oven; Washer; Other Kitchen Countertop: Marble Style: Contemporary Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Daylight; Finished; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Shingle Exterior: Wood Siding Heat System: Heat Pump; Hot Water; Radiant; Radiator; Wood Stove; Zoned Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled; Propane; Solar; Wood Water Heater: Solar; Tank Cooling: Heat Pump Floors: Composition; Other; Tile; Wood Amenities: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Attic; Bathtub; Hot Tub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Security System; Storage; Walk-in Closets Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System; Generator; Internet Access Available Driveway: Gravel; Paved Parking: 11 - 20 Spaces; On Site Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car; Auto Door Opener; Detached; Direct Entry to Living Electric: Circuit Breakers; Other Electric; Photovoltaics Seller Owned Gas: Bottled Sewer: Septic Design Available; Septic Tank Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Room Name Level
Primary Bedroom First
Bedroom 2 Second
Bedroom 3 Second
Bedroom 4 Second
Bedroom 5 Second
Bonus Room Second
Den Second
Dining Room First
Kitchen First
Living Room First
Family Room Basement
Exercise Room Basement
Laundry First
Mud Room First
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Last Updated: June - 26 - 2026
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