39 New County (Seal Hbr) Road, Mount Desert, ME 04675

$1,250,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 7 Square Footage: 7,796 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 63,598 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,250,000 List Date: 5/18/2020 Last Modified: 1/03/2025

Overview

Description

Sited prominently on Ox Hill in Seal Harbor, Forest Ledge is a gracious summer cottage offering astounding, elevated views of the harbor, islands and the open ocean. Wonderful seaside terrace with western exposure is the perfect perch to watch the boating activity or to enjoy the incredible sunsets. Great floor plan ideal for entertaining with large windows framing the incredible ocean views. Incredible original details throughout including a hand-painted mural of Mount Desert Island in the game room. Forest Ledge is nestled with moss and fern covered granite outcroppings along with native blueberry bushes spread through the natural landscaping. Property also boasts a detached three-bay garage. This classic shingle and stucco cottage is only moments from Acadia National Park Carriage Roads and Trails, Seal Harbor Beach, and local restaurants.

Listing Details MLS# 1452653

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
39
Street Name
New County (Seal Hbr)
Street Type
Road
County
Hancock
Town
Mount Desert
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04675
Leased Land
No
Book
4880
Page
238
Map
029
Lot
030
Zoning
R1
Zoning Overlay
No
Association
No
Full Tax Amount $
15229
Tax Year
2020

Contract Information

Original List Price
1750000

Property Information

Surveyed
Yes
Seasonal
Yes
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
18
# Bedrooms
7
# Fireplaces
4
Total Full Baths
6
Total Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
7
Year Built
1908
SqFt Finished Above Grade
7796
SqFt Finished Total
7796
SqFt Source
Public Records
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Lot Size Acres +/-
1.46
Source of Acreage
Public Records

Status Change Info

Pending Date
2020-09-11
Closed Date
2020-11-18
Closed Price
1250000

Water Info

Waterfront
No
Water View
Yes
Water Body Name
Atlantic Ocean- Seal Harbor-Outer Islands to SW

More Information

Utilities

Utilities On
Yes

Sold Info

Appraiser Email Address
jreadmin1@myfairpoint.net

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1
Yes
Bedroom 1 Level
First

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 3 Level
First

Bedroom Amenities 3

Full Bath
Yes

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 4 Level
Second

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 5
Yes
Bedroom 5 Level
Second

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 6
Yes
Bedroom 6 Level
Second

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 7
Yes
Bedroom 7 Level
Second

Den

Den
Yes
Den Level
First

Den Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes
Heat Stove
Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room
Yes
Dining Room Level
First

Dining Room Amenities

Coffered Ceiling
Yes
Heat Stove
Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen
Yes
Kitchen Level
First

Kitchen Amenities

Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Heat Stove
Yes

Library

Library
Yes
Library Level
First

Library Amenities

Coffered Ceiling
Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Living Room

Living Room
Yes
Living Room Level
First

Living Room Amenities

Coffered Ceiling
Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom
Yes
Primary Bedroom Level
Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Closet
Yes
Double Vanities
Yes
Full Bath
Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Other Room 1

Other Room 1
Yes
Other Room 1 Level
Second

Room Features

Built-Ins
Yes
Closet
Yes
Coffered Ceiling(s)
Yes
Double Vanity
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Full Bath
Yes
Heat Stove
Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Property Features

Site: Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped Location: Near Public Beach; Neighborhood; Rural Roads: Paved; Public Transportation: Major Road Access Water Body Type: Harbor; Ocean Recreational Water: Nearby; Oceanfront View: Mountain(s); Scenic; Trees/Woods Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Formica Style: Cottage; Shingle Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Crawl Space; Daylight; Partial; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Granite; Stone Roof: Fiberglass; Shingle Exterior: Shingle Siding; Stucco; Wood Siding Heat System: Direct Vent Heater; Space Heater Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled Water Heater: Electric Cooling: None Floors: Tile; Vinyl; Wood Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Pantry; Primary Bedroom w/Bath Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Porch Driveway: Paved Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces; 5 - 10 Spaces; On Site; Paved Vehicle Storage: 3 Car; Detached Restrictions: No Restrictions Electric: Circuit Breakers; Combination; Fuses Gas: Bottled Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Private; Public; Well

Room Information

Room Name Level
Living Room First
Dining Room First
Den First
Kitchen First
Library First
Bedroom 1 First
Bedroom 1 First
Bedroom 3 First
Primary Bedroom Second
Bedroom 4 Second
Bedroom 5 Second
Bedroom 6 Second
Bedroom 7 Second
Other Room Second
IDX
Listing Office: The Knowles Company
Selling Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: January - 03 - 2025
Broker Attribution: 207 276-3322

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