3 Ben Island, Harpswell, ME 04079 (MLS# 1625548)

3 Ben Island, Harpswell, ME 04079

$1,750,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,458 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 182,952 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,750,000 List Date: 6/06/2025 Last Modified: 8/29/2025

Description

One of One. Ben Island is an extraordinary 4.2-acre private island in Harpswell offering unmatched tranquility, natural beauty, and modern off-grid living just two minutes from the mainland with deeded parking and deepwater dock access. At the southern tip of the island sits a beautifully renovated post-and-beam cottage with granite counters, tiled floors, stainless appliances, two updated bathrooms, three bedrooms plus a loft, and a screened-in porch overlooking a pebbled pocket beach. Built for comfort and sustainability, the home features a full foundation, insulated windows, drilled well with a whole-house RO water treatment system, conventional septic, LP heat with electric backup, and on-demand hot water. Power is supplied by a 6.7kW solar system paired with a backup 10kW generator. A 6-passenger 4x4 side-by-side is included for exploring scenic island trails and accessing multiple beaches, wooded pathways, and gathering areas. Additional features include an outdoor shower, shed, a beautifully crafted tree house, and a scenic seating area with stone staircase leading down to the water. Generations have dreamed of escaping to a private island, but few ever have the chance. With over 2,000 feet of waterfront, protected coves, and mature forest, Ben Island delivers the rarest blend of seclusion and accessibility. Whether used as a retreat, creative sanctuary, or legacy escape, this one-of-a-kind property offers a lifestyle unlike any other. Here, you can unplug, recharge, and reconnect with nature—without sacrificing the comforts of home. Properties of this caliber and privacy rarely become available—don't miss the chance to own your own island dream. Spend your mornings watching the sun rise over Quahog Bay and your evenings gathered on the deck as the sky turns to gold. The island's thoughtful layout offers both privacy and community. A 23' Maritime Challenger boat & 4 deep water moorings are included. Showings are conducted by boat and must be scheduled.

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More Information MLS# 1625548

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 3 Street Name: Ben Street Type: Island County: Cumberland Town: Harpswell State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04079 Leased Land: No Book: 37289 Page: 184,204 Map: 56 Lot: 2 Zoning: Shoreland Zoning Overlay: Yes Neighborhood Association: Catlin Shores Association: Yes Association Fee: 1177 Fee Frequency Paid: Annually School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75 Full Tax Amount $: 5991.12 Tax Year: 2024 Tree Growth Y/N: No Geo Lat: 43.819253 Geo Lon: -69.904184

Contract Information

Status: Closed Original List Price: 1945000 Sold Price: $1,750,000 Current Price: $1,750,000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes Seasonal: Yes Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty Deed: All Deed Restrictions: Unknown Bank Owned REO: No 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No # Rooms: 8 # Bedrooms: 3 Total Full Baths: 2 Total Baths: 2 Furniture: Furnished Color: natural Year Built: 2001 SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1458 SqFt Finished Total: 1458 SqFt Source: Public Records Garage: No Lot Size Acres +/-: 4.2 Source of Acreage: Public Records Road Frontage: Yes Road Frontage +/-: 270 Source of Road Frontage: Survey Road Front Other Source: 270' marked on survey for Friend's Rest

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2025-08-05 Closed Date: 2025-08-29 Closed Price: 1750000

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes Waterfront Amount: 2000 Water Frontage Owned: 2000 Water View: Yes Water Body Name: Quahog Bay Island: Yes

Source of Water Frontage

Waterfront Other Source: approx. determined from tax map

Appliances Included

Other Appliances: most everything

Utilities

Utilities On: Yes

Sold Info

Appraiser Email Address: todd.santora@valuationsunlimited.com

Property Features

Site: Level; Open; Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped; Wooded Location: Rural Roads: Association; Gravel; Right of Way Transportation: Deep Water Access Source of Water Frontage: Survey Water Body Type: Bay; Cove; Harbor; Ocean Recreational Water: Beach Rights; Boat Mooring; Boat Slip; Deeded; Dock; Oceanfront; Waterfront Deep View: Scenic Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Granite Style: Cape Cod Structure Type: Post & Beam Levels: Multi-Level Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Brick/Mortar; Crawl Space; Dirt Floor; Unfinished; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Exterior Only Foundation Materials: Block Roof: Metal; Pitched Exterior: Vertical Siding; Wood Siding Heat System: Direct Vent Heater Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled; Propane Water Heater: Gas; On Demand; Tankless Cooling: None Floors: Tile; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: Bathtub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Other Amenities; Security System; Shower; Storage Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Glassed-in Porch; Porch Equipment: Generator; Internet Access Available Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans; LED Light Fixtures Driveway: Gravel; Other Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces; On Site Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Other Structures: Outbuilding; Shed(s) Electric: Circuit Breakers; Off Grid; Photovoltaics Seller Owned Gas: Bottled Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available; Septic Tank Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Family Room Length: 15.00 Width: 28.00 Level: First Kitchen Length: 9.20 Width: 10.80 Level: First Dining Room Length: 9.90 Width: 9.20 Level: First Sunroom Length: 7.10 Width: 13.40 Level: First Primary Bedroom Length: 12.00 Width: 12.00 Level: Second Bedroom 2 Length: 11.50 Width: 11.10 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Length: 11.90 Width: 9.40 Level: Second Loft Level: Third

Documents

Listing Office: Tim Dunham Realty
Last Updated: August - 29 - 2025
3 Ben Island, Harpswell, ME 04079- MLS# 1625548
Broker Attribution: 207-729-7297
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