Lts 23A&24 Birch Island, South Bristol, ME 04568 (MLS# 1595695)
Lts 23A&24 Birch Island, South Bristol, ME 04568
$3,780,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
2,500
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
497,455
Status:
Active Under Contract
Current Price:
$3,780,000
List Date:
7/12/2024
Last Modified:
12/15/2025
Description
Birch Island is a spectacular and historic island estate in a stunning setting with panoramic views of Johns Bay towards Pemaquid Point and out to the open ocean. The 11.42± acre island sanctuary offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historic significance that work together to promote a coveted Maine experience. Accessed by a private, gated footbridge from the mainland, the property includes a charming and historic main house, a guest cabin, and additional versatile outbuildings. The main house, fondly referred to as the Emily Means House, is an architecturally significant residence designed by New York City architect Samuel R.T. Very for horticulturalist Emily Means. The interior of the home is both comfortable and elegant, with period details that have been lovingly incorporated into generations of family gatherings. Maintained walking paths connect the buildings and meander through areas of attractive woods and historic gardens, offering varying vantage points for enjoying the views. 3,987± feet of shoreline consists of rocky ledge dotted with tidal pools, a lovely cove, and several pocket sand and pebble beaches. Birch Island, private yet located just a stone's throw from Rutherford Island in South Bristol, is being offered for sale for the first time in over 80 years.
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More Information MLS# 1595695
Property Sub-Type
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Location Information
Street #: Lts 23A&24
Street Name: Birch Island
County: Lincoln
Town: South Bristol
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04568
Leased Land: No
Book: 4941/4941
Page: 60/62
Map: 10
Lot: 24 and 23A
Zoning: Shoreland
Zoning Overlay: Unknown
Association: No
Full Tax Amount $: 17043.61
Tax Year: 2023
Tree Growth Y/N: No
Geo Lat: 43.848701
Geo Lon: -69.549378
Contract Information
Status: Active Under Contract
Original List Price: 4985000
List Price: $3,780,000
Current Price: $3,780,000
Property Information
Surveyed: No
Seasonal: Yes
# Rooms: 8
# Bedrooms: 4
# Fireplaces: 3
Total Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Year Built: 1914
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2500
SqFt Finished Total: 2500
SqFt Source: Public Records
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres +/-: 11.42
Source of Acreage: Other
Acreage Other Source: GIS
Status Change Info
Kick-Out: No
Water Info
Water Frontage: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 3987
Water Frontage Owned: 3987
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Johns Bay
Island: Yes
Source of Water Frontage
Waterfront Other Source: GIS
Property Features
Site: Level; Open; Rolling/Sloping; Wooded
Location: Near Country Club; Rural
Roads: Private Road
Source of Water Frontage: Other
Water Body Type: Bay; Cove; Ocean
Recreational Water: Oceanfront
View: Scenic
Style: Other
Construction: Masonry; Wood Frame
Basement: Unfinished; Walk-Out Access
Basement Entry: Interior
Roof: Shingle
Exterior: Stucco
Heat System: Baseboard; Hot Water
Heat Fuel: Propane
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Cooling: None
Floors: Tile; Wood
Driveway: Gravel
Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces; Off Site
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car; Detached; Storage Above
Other Structures: Outbuilding; Shed(s)
Electric: Fuses
Gas: Bottled
Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available; Septic Tank
Water: Private; Well
Room Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Living Room
Level: First
Dining Room
Level: First
Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Office
Level: Second
Documents
Listing Office: LandVest, Inc.
Last Updated: December - 15 - 2025
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