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0 Ben Island Island

Harpswell ME, 04079

$1,945,000


Active

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,221 sqft

Residential

Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Casco Bay

BEN ISLAND, a stunning private island spanning over 4 acres, featuring a renovated post & beam cottage nestled at its southern edge overlooking a tranquil, pebbled pocket beach. Accessible conveniently from the mainland with deeded parking and deep water dock, this exclusive retreat is just a two-minute boat ride away.
Upon arrival, you'll find yourself at a charming island home accessible via a seaside trail from your private dock. The cottage boasts granite kitchen counters, tiled floors, stainless steel appliances, three bedrooms plus a loft, and two newly updated bathrooms. Enjoy the outdoors with a screened porch, an outdoor shower, and modern amenities including a new 6.7kW solar power system with battery backup. Additionally, there's on-demand hot water and a 10kW generator with battery backup designed to maximize water production when solar power is at its peak.
Designed for comfortable living, the home features insulated windows, a full foundation, drilled well, LP heat (with electric backup option), a private well with a whole house RO water treatment system, and conventional septic, a rarity for offshore islands.

Included with the property are a 6-passenger 4x4 side-by-side for ease of maintenance and exploration on the island.
Showings are conducted by boat for your convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to experience BEN ISLAND firsthand and schedule your private showing today and envision the unparalleled lifestyle this remarkable island retreat offers.

1594863

MLS ID

June 27, 2024

Listed

November 22, 2024

Updated

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0 Ben Island Island
Harpswell ME, 04079

Interior Features

Bedrooms

3


Total Bathrooms

2


Full Bathrooms

2


Interior Features

Furniture Included, Bathtub, Other, Shower


Appliances

Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher


Laundry Description

Laundry - 1 st Floor, Main Level


Fireplace

No


Cooling

No


Cooling Description

None


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Stove

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

4.2 Acres


Lot Features

Level, Wooded, Rural


Architectual Style

Cape


Roof

Metal


Sewer

Private Sewer, Septic Existing on Site

School Information

School District

RSU 75/MSAD 75

Other Property Details

Taxes

$5,028


Tax Frequency

Annually


Association Fee

$1,500


Association Fee Frequency

Yearly


Garage

No


Parking

1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Other, Off Site


View

Yes


View Description

Scenic


County

Cumberland


Water Source

Private, Well


Pool

No


Waterfront

Yes


Zoning

Shoreland

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

8/21/2024

Price change

$1,945,000

-3%

6/27/2024

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Listing Contact: 207-798-9595

Courtesy of  Engel & Volkers Casco Bay

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