Perched high on a hillside overlooking Burnt Coat Harbor, this charming seasonal cottage offers the perfect Swans Island retreat. Built in 1972, it has been lovingly maintained and cherished by the same family for more than 50 years. Designed for relaxed coastal living, the open-concept living and dining area flows seamlessly onto a spacious front deck, where you can take in sweeping harbor views. The main cottage features two bedrooms on the main level, a loft with two additional sleeping rooms, a full bath, a half bath. Enjoy the privacy and tranquility of the wooded setting and views across the boat-filled harbor toward Mount Desert Island. Thoughtful updates include a durable metal roof, new decking, a new well pressure tank, and a new hot water heater, providing comfort and peace of mind for years to come. Guests will appreciate the separate bunkhouse with its inviting screened porch, offering additional space for family and friends. Being sold fully furnished and thoughtfully equipped, this cottage is ready for you to arrive and begin enjoying island life from day one. Swans Island offers quiet charm, sandy beaches, freshwater quarry pond swimming, a variety of community arts events and interesting library events. Located a short distance to preserved historic lighthouse and hiking trails. If you've been dreaming of owning a summer getaway on Swans Island, this welcoming cottage is ready to become your own coastal escape.
| MLS # | 1669863 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1972 |
| Days On Site | 88 |
| Listing Provided By | The Knowles Company | Elizabeth Ingebritson |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,149 |
| Zoning | Res. Bus |
| Acreage | 3.20 |
| Water Front | Burnt Coat Harbor |
| Property View | Scenic |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplaces Total | 0 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | No |
| Furnished | Furnished |
| Rooms Total | 5 |
| Roof | Metal |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Lot Features | Rural, Rolling Slope, Wooded |
| Waterfront Features | Nearby |
| View | Scenic |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Shingle Siding |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site |
| Sewer | Private Sewer, Septic Design Available |
|---|---|
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2356 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 7259/6609 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Lot | 22, 23 |
| Tax Map Number | 6 |
| State | ME |
|---|---|
| County | Hancock |
| City | Swans Island |
| Zip Code | 04685 |
| Area | Hancock |
| Listing VS Median (in 04685) | |
Price: $425,000 low | high Med: $584,500 sqft: 1,149 low | high Med: 2,020 $ / sqft: $370 low | high Med: $303 On site: 88 low | high Med: 59.5 | |
| State | ME |
|---|---|
| County | Hancock |
| City | Swans Island |
| Zip Code | 04685 |
| Area | Hancock |
| Listing VS Median (in 04685) | |
Price: $425,000 low | high Med: $584,500 sqft: 1,149 low | high Med: 2,020 $ / sqft: $370 low | high Med: $303 On site: 88 low | high Med: 59.5 | |