$1,895,000
Beds: 4
Sqft: 2,221
Sqft lot: 6,969
Acre lot: 0.16
12 Days On Market

Courtesy of Pack Maynard and Associates 207-967-3883

Status: Active
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1906
Neighborhood: Drakes Island Improvement Association
Days On Website: 12

Property Details for 478 Drakes Island Road, Wells, ME 04090

Located just steps away from one of Southern Maine's most beautiful beaches, Drakes Island offers the warmth of a small beach community with the peacefulness of coastal living. ''Saccarappa,'' an original Drakes Island cottage built in1906 meaning ''the falling toward the rising sun'', has been thoughtfully renovated and is now on the market, ready for new owners to make their mark. This unique coastal find offers 2,221 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, separate living and family rooms with 2 fireplaces, an inviting dining area, and a third-floor loft. The brand-new kitchen boasts quartz countertops, all new cabinetry, an oversized island, hidden office area, and modern appliances including a beverage refrigerator. It's an ideal home for gatherings, simple relaxation, or quiet retreats. The house blends modern updates including six mini-split units for heating and cooling with classic character-rich wood floors, a welcoming front porch, a spacious back patio, and an oversized shed surrounded by mature gardens and landscaping. ''Saccarappa'' is move-in ready with most furnishings included. Take a bike ride up to the Community House for a summertime packed with activities: tennis, basketball, pickleball, a 5K road race, Fourth of July parade, children's day camps and craft nights. Become part of this charming community!

Property Access

  • Road Surface Type: "Paved"

Appliances & Equipment

  • Appliances: "Washer", "Refrigerator", "Microwave", "Electric Range", "Dryer", "Dishwasher"

Basement

  • Basement: "Crawl Space", "Exterior Only"

Bathrooms

  • 3 full bathrooms
  • 3 total bathrooms

Bedrooms

  • 4 total bedrooms

Building

  • Architectural Style: "Shingle", "Cottage"
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2,221
  • Construction Materials: "Shingle Siding", "Wood Frame"
  • Year Built: 1906

Cooling

  • Cooling Included
  • Cooling: "Heat Pump"

Exterior Features

  • Other Equipment: "Internet Access Available"
  • Patio And Porch Features: "Patio", "Porch"
  • Patio And Porch Features: "Patio", "Porch"

Fence

  • Fencing: "Fenced"

Fireplaces

  • Building includes fireplace
  • 2 total fireplaces

Floors

  • Flooring: "Wood", "Tile"

Foundation

  • Foundation Details: "Concrete Perimeter"

Heating

  • Heating: "Hot Water", "Heat Pump"
  • Heating Included

Home Owner's Association

  • Association Fee: $200
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owners Association

Interior Features

  • Features: "Walk-in Closets", "1st Floor Bedroom", "Bathtub", "Shower", "Primary Bedroom w/Bath"

Laundry

  • Features: "Upper Level"

Listing

  • Contract Status Change Date: 2026-04-20
  • Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Listing Contract Date: 2026-04-20
  • Listing Id: 1658445
  • Mls Status: Active
  • Modification Timestamp: 2026-04-26 06:32:50
  • On Market Date: 2026-04-20
  • Original Entry Timestamp: 2026-04-20 11:44:18
  • Original List Price: $1,895,000
  • Standard Status: Active
  • Status Change Timestamp: 2026-04-20 11:44:18
  • 12 days on market

Location

  • City: Wells
  • State Or Province: ME
  • County Or Parish: York
  • Postal Code: 04090
  • Subdivision Name: Drakes Island Improvement Association

Lot

  • Features: "Well Landscaped", "Level", "Right of Way", "Near Golf Course", "Near Public Beach", "Near Shopping", "Neighborhood", "Near Public Transit"
  • 0.16 acres
  • Area: 0.16
  • 6,970 square feet

Parking

  • Features: "1 - 4 Spaces", "Paved"

Pets Policy

  • Pets Allowed: "No Restrictions"

Property

  • Other Structures: "Shed(s)"
  • Parcel Number: WLLS-000142-000000-000030
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: "Scenic"
  • Zoning: RD

Additional Rooms

  • Rooms Total: 8

Sewer

  • Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

  • Annual Amount: $10,623
  • Tax Lot: 030

Utilities

  • Electric: "Circuit Breakers"
  • Water Source: "Public"

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$1,895,000 - 478 Drakes Island Road, Wells, ME 04090

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478 Drakes Island Road
Wells, ME 04090
City: Wells