This spectacular 24-acre peninsula with nearly half a mile of shorefront is one of the last few remaining untouched waterfront properties of its kind on Vinalhaven. The peninsula has a stunning granite shoreline, protected deep water anchorage, meadows, hand dug wells, a small pond, old stone walls and granite foundations, and a variety of trees including antique apple trees and established white pines.
''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)
Active
$1,650,000
205 Young Road, Vinalhaven, ME 04863
3beds
1,127sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
24 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,464/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small pondStunning granite shorelineHand dug wellsGranite foundationsEstablished white pinesIncredible granite outcroppingsAntique apple trees
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 15, 2025 at 09:25am
Listed by:
Davidson Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1567920

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Mud room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Full,Other,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,127
- Total interior livable area: 1,127 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,127
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Harbor, Ocean Front
- Body of water: Winter Harbor
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 2454,Waterfrontage Owned: 2454
Lot
- Size: 24 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Rural
Details
- Zoning: RM1, RP, shoreland
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Other, Masonry, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Block, Stone, Granite, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Fiberglass,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Electric, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Unknown
- Water: Private, Well Needed on Site
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Vinalhaven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,464/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $15,129
- Date on market: 8/7/2023
- Road surface type: Gravel
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