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Key Details
Property Type Residential
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Square Footage 1,980 sqft
MLS Listing ID 1629005
Style Contemporary,Colonial
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $100/mo
HOA Y/N Yes
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,294
Year Built 2002
Annual Tax Amount $5,190
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 3.500 Acres
Acres 3.5
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Maine Listings
Land Area 1980
Property Description
Architecturally refined and beautifully built, Moss Ledge offers 315'± of shoreline on Penobscot Bay, 3.5± private acres, and wide western views toward the Camden Hills. Designed by Maine-based architects and constructed in 2002 by Patrick Trowbridge—a custom furniture maker known for his precision and craftsmanship—the home reflects a thoughtful approach to coastal living.
The land was once part of the estate of Frederick Law Olmsted, designer of Central Park. A descendant later gifted this portion to her physician, who eventually sold it—opening the door for a new chapter on this storied stretch of the island.
Clad in hand-dipped cedar shingles with standing seam metal roofs, both the main cottage and guest barn are designed for longevity and low maintenance. Brazilian walnut (Ipe) decking adds further durability and richness. A gravel drive leads through quiet woods into a sunlit meadow edged by spruce, with granite-lined walking paths and glimpses of the bay beyond.
Inside the three-level cottage, exposed beams, a central stone fireplace, and tall windows create an inviting, light-filled living space. The kitchen features custom floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, soapstone countertops, and hand-selected, hand-stained hardwood floors. A built-in window seat near the dining area offers a quiet place to pause, and the main-level bath includes a soaking tub with classic tilework.
Upstairs, the primary suite spans the top floor, complete with a meditation room, double-sink vanity, built-ins, and a private balcony for morning light or evening skies. Outdoor living areas include a covered porch and a wide, water-facing deck.
The guest barn offers additional space with a half bath below and sleeping quarters above—crafted with the same attention to detail as the main house.
Lovingly maintained and used as a seasonal rental, Moss Ledge offers the flexibility to continue sharing it—or to enjoy it as your own private coastal retreat.
Location
State ME
County Hancock
Zoning Shoreland
Body of Water East Penobscot Bay
Rooms
Basement Interior, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Finished, Full
Primary Bedroom Level Second
Master Bedroom Basement
Kitchen First
Interior
Interior Features Bathtub, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Heating Radiant
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile
Fireplaces Number 1
Equipment Internet Access Available
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
Laundry Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Exterior
Parking Features 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Detached
Garage Spaces 1.0
Utilities Available 1
View Y/N Yes
View Fields, Mountain(s), Scenic, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Metal
Street Surface Gravel
Porch Deck, Porch
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Wooded, Rural
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Water Well, Private
Architectural Style Contemporary, Colonial
Structure Type Wood Siding,Shingle Siding,Wood Frame
Others
HOA Fee Include 100.0
Restrictions Unknown
Energy Description Propane
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