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217 West Side Drive

Verona Island, ME 04416

2 beds
3 baths
2,457 sqft
~30 acre lot
$813 per sqft
1880 build
– on site

Prepare to be amazed by the significance of this generational property. Located in Midcoast Maine on the desirable & private Verona Island along the Penobscot River. A grand offering of 30.37 acres of rolling fields, hard wood stands & 1,700'+/- of deep-water shore frontage. Situated on the opposite shore from well-known Sandy Point Beach. Perched high on the northly side one can find a magnificent 1880 Queen Anne Shingle style post & beam barn w/ stable, living quarters & an unfinished 3-story tower. Designed by a prominent architect, William A. Potter, the structure was reconstructed here at its final resting place. Spanning 74'X40' w/ 18' walls, the 2-story building offers a custom tuscan inspired living space. The 1st floor kitchen incorporates travertine tile floors, an ornate stone chimney & center island overlooking a water view, 1½ baths & heated floors. The 2nd level offers a guest room, laundry & a primary suite w/ walk-in closet & well-appointed adjoining bath w/ tile shower, hammered copper sinks & a soaking tub w/ a special water view. Additional amenities incl. multiple stables, hay loft, finished rooms used to showcase prize possessions, polished concrete floors & custom motorized doors. In addition, a 2nd residence is located on the southerly portion of the property. This home is a classic farm style home awaiting renovation. Once used as an equestrian paradise, the land features underground power & water sources for personal & livestock use. The sheer beauty of this property is hard for one to put into words, the opportunity here is as endless as the time this property holds, come explore for yourself.

Listing courtesy of MREIS / Two Rivers Realty, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 23, 2024 •

MLS# 1601731 —

The Building

Year Built:

1880
Construction Materials:

Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Post & Beam, Wood Frame
Roof:

Pitched, Shingle
Basement:

Partial, Exterior Only, Unfinished
Direction Faces:

None
Window Features:

None
Building Features:

None
Accessibility Features:

Level Entry
Building Area Total:

2457.0
Building Area Source:

Measured
Green Energy Efficient:

Insulated Foundation, Double Pane Windows

Interior

Rooms Total:

6
Kitchen:

true
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

None

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

None

Financial & Terms

Land Lease:

false

Location

Directions:

None

The Property

Lot Features:

Farm, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Pasture, Rural
Lot Size:

1,318,561 Sqft
Lot Size Area:

30.27
Lot Size Acres:

30.27
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Source:

Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions:

None
Zoning:

Shoreland
Property Attached:

No
View:

Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
Current Use:

None
Possible Use:

None
Topography:

None
Waterfront:

true
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Waterfront Features:

Bay, River
Other Equipment:

None

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$5,718

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Full Baths:

2
Three Quarter Baths:

None
Half Baths:

1
Partial Baths:

None
Quarter Baths:

None

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Branded:

None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/mreis/1601731

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Radiant, Multi-Zones, Direct Vent Heater
Heating:

true
Cooling:

false
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Utilities:

Utilities On
Electric:

Underground, Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Private Sewer, Septic Existing on Site
Water Source:

Private, Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Washer, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop

Schools

Elementary School:

None
Middle Or Junior School:

None
High School:

None
High School District:

RSU 25

The Community

Spa Features:

None
Pool Private:

No
Water Body Name:

Penobscot
Pets Allowed:

No Restrictions
Association Amenities:

None
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

2.0
Carport Spaces:

None
Parking Features:

21+ Spaces, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Outbuilding, Shed(s)

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,999,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$10,708
Taxes	$476
Insurance	$549
Utilities	$494 See report
Total	$12,227/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/16/24 Oct 16, 2024	Price Changed	MREIS	$1,999,900	-20.0%
8/27/24 Aug 27, 2024	Listed / Active	MREIS	$2,499,900

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This house located in Verona Island, ME 04416 is currently for sale for $1,999,900. 217 West Side Drive is a 2,457 square foot house with 2 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 82 days. This house is in the attendance area of Bucksport Middle School, Miles Lane School, G Herbert Jewett School, and Bucksport High School.

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