29 Forest Way, Swans Island, ME 04685 (MLS # 1666866)
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Delightful and unique year-round Timberpeg Post & Beam Contemporary in the highly desirable Island Retreat neighborhood, with shared rights to 1,600 feet of waterfront on beautiful Mackerel Cove, plus dock and clubhouse privileges. Situated on a magnificent granite ledge, the home was thoughtfully placed to embrace the land's natural beauty. The interior centers around a stunning central chimney and staircase, with all the rooms circling around it. The first floor offers a kitchen, living room, half bath, enclosed back porch, and two open porches. The second floor provides three bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor is crowned by the treehouse room - ideal as a studio, office, or reading retreat. Set on 5.1 private acres with hiking trails running directly onto the property and water access right out the door: kayaking, sailing, and exploring the cove. Swans Island is conveniently served by the Maine State Ferry from Bass Harbor, averaging 5 to 6 round trips daily, making year-round island living easy. Enjoy the quiet, beauty, and slower pace of Swans Island.
| LAST UPDATED | 6/12/2026 | TRACT | Island Retreat Association |
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| YEAR BUILT | 1991 | COMMUNITY | Island Retreat Association |
| COUNTY | Hancock | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | None |
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| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| BASEMENT | Exterior Entry, Partial, Unfinished, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Clapboard, Frame, Other |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| HEAT | Baseboard, Electric, Radiant, Wood |
| HOA DUES | 900 |
| LOT | 5.1 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Rolling Slope, Subdivided, Wooded |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 5.1 |
| MLS STATUS | Active |
| PARKING | Gravel |
| SEWER | Private Sewer, Septic Tank |
| STYLE | Contemporary |
| SUBDIVISION | Island Retreat Association |
| TAXES | 3464 |
| UTILITIES | Propane |
| WATER | Private, Well |
| WATER ACCESS | Mackeral Cove |
| WATERFRONT | Yes |
| WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION | Ocean Front, Waterfront |
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