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Key Details
Property Type Residential
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Square Footage 1,127 sqft
MLS Listing ID 1567920
Style Cape Cod,Camp,Bungalow
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,127
Year Built 1850
Annual Tax Amount $15,129
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 24.000 Acres
Acres 24.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Maine Listings
Land Area 1127
Property Description
''The Murch House'' is located on the southern end and is the primary residence and only stone dwelling on Vinalhaven. It is on the National Register of Historic Places, and was built c. 1850 by William Murch for his son Isaac using granite likely from Starboard Rock, a nearby land preserve. The Murch family were fishermen and subsistence farmers who lived simply off the land. The house was last occupied year-round in 2012. Near the stone house is the antique barn and, at a slightly higher elevation, an electrified camp. All three buildings have unobstructed views of Winter Harbor/Seal Bay and their protected islands. The bungalow, which is on the eastern tip, has two bedrooms and breathtaking elevated views of Isle Au Haut Bay Bay and Deer Isle. Near the bungalow are incredible granite outcroppings that are similar to those enjoyed from Starboard Rock. A circular walking path connects all the buildings and also provides an opportunity to enjoy the diverse landscape, elevations, and beautiful vistas.
This is an ideal property for a family compound, preservationist, boater, and anyone interested in historic homes. On the market for the first time in 174 years.
(Seller is seeking a conservation-minded buyer. Light subdivision restrictions will likely transfer)
Location
State ME
County Knox
Zoning RM1, RP, shoreland
Body of Water Winter Harbor
Rooms
Basement Interior, Walk-Out Access, Full, Other, Unfinished
Master Bedroom First
Bedroom 2 Second
Bedroom 3 Second
Living Room First
Kitchen First
Interior
Interior Features 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living
Heating No Heat System
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Fireplace No
Exterior
Parking Features 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Utilities Available 1
View Y/N Yes
View Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Fiberglass,Shingle
Street Surface Gravel,Dirt
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Wooded, Rural
Foundation Block, Stone, Granite, Pillar/Post/Pier
Sewer Septic Tank, Unknown
Water Private, Well Needed on Site
Architectural Style Cape Cod, Camp, Bungalow
Structure Type Wood Siding,Shingle Siding,Other,Masonry,Wood Frame
Others
Energy Description No Heat Fuel
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Paul Rondeau
Broker Associate | License ID: BA923327
Broker Associate License ID: BA923327