$950,000
Beds: 3
Sqft: 2,400
Sqft lot: 187,743
Acre lot: 4.31
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Courtesy of Cates Real Estate ginnie@catesre.com

Status: Coming Soon
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2000
Days On Website: 1

Property Details for 1591 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848

North End Cottage, located in the coveted Turtle Head subdivision, is a charming chalet-style waterfront retreat set on 4.31+/- mostly wooded acres. Flowering gardens, vegetable beds, and stone paths leading to the covered front porch create a warm and welcoming first impression. Built in 2000, the home features large windows with sweeping views over East Penobscot Bay and offers convenient one-level living with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and laundry on the main floor. The open floor plan includes a spacious chef's kitchen, dining area, and living room, all thoughtfully positioned to take advantage of the water views. A spiral staircase leads to a loft that can serve as an additional living room or office with elevated views of the bay. This year-round home is heated by radiant floors and a wood stove. Outside, a waterside deck with a hot tub provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the coastal setting. The property includes a two-car garage with a workshop and well-appointed guest quarters above, complete with a living room, kitchen, bunk room, and full bath. An additional fenced garden and garden shed add to the property's appeal. With stair access to 311+/- feet of waterfront consisting of a beautiful stone beach, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, comfort, and the very best of Maine waterfront living. Located just a short distance from the nature trails of Turtle Head Conservation Land. The majority of the furnishings can be negotiated. The hot tub has a new cover.

Property Access

  • Road Surface Type: "Dirt"

Appliances & Equipment

  • Appliances: "Dryer", "Gas Range", "Refrigerator", "Washer"

Basement

  • Basement: "Bulkhead", "Crawl Space", "Full"

Bathrooms

  • 2 full bathrooms
  • 2 total bathrooms

Bedrooms

  • 3 total bedrooms

Building

  • Architectural Style: "Chalet"
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 2,400
  • Construction Materials: "Wood Frame", "Wood Siding"
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Year Built: 2000

Cooling

  • Cooling: "None"

Exterior Features

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

Floors

  • Flooring: "Wood"

Foundation

  • Foundation Details: "Poured Concrete"

Garage

  • Garage Included
  • 2 garage spaces

Water Features

  • Water Body Name: East Penobscot Bay
  • Waterfront Property

Heating

  • Heating: "Gas Bottled", "Wood", "Radiant", "Wood Stove"
  • Heating Included

Interior Features

  • Features: "1st Floor Bedroom", "1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath", "One-Floor Living"

Listing

  • Listing Id: 1663932
  • Mls Status: Coming Soon / No Show
  • Modification Timestamp: 2026-05-27 00:44:42.677
  • On Market Date: 2026-05-26
  • Original List Price: $950,000
  • Standard Status: Coming Soon
  • Status Change Timestamp: 2026-05-26 17:40:34

Location

  • City: Islesboro
  • State Or Province: ME
  • County Or Parish: Waldo
  • Postal Code: 04848

Lot

  • Features: "Rural", "Landscaped", "Wooded"
  • 4.31 acres
  • Area: 4.31
  • 187,744 square feet

Parking

  • Features: "Gravel", "5 - 10 Spaces"

Property

  • Other Structures: "Shed(s)"
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: "Scenic"
  • Zoning: Residential

Roof

  • Roof: "Shingle"

Additional Rooms

  • Rooms Total: 9

Sewer

  • Sewer: "Private Sewer"

Taxes

  • Annual Amount: $12,141
  • Tax Lot: 5-B

Utilities

  • Electric: "Circuit Breakers"
  • Water Source: "Private", "Well"

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$950,000 - 1591 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848

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1591 Turtle Head Road
Islesboro, ME 04848
City: Islesboro