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1591 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848 (MLS# 1683157)

1591 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848

New Listing
$950,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,400 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 187,744 Status: Active
Current Price: $950,000 List Date: 10/05/2026 Last Modified: 10/05/2026

Overview

Description

North End Cottage, located in the coveted Turtle Head subdivision, is a charming chalet-style waterfront retreat set on 4.31+/- mostly wooded acres. Flowering gardens, vegetable beds, and stone paths leading to the covered front porch create a warm and welcoming first impression. Built in 2000, the home features large windows with sweeping views over East Penobscot Bay and offers convenient one-level living with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and laundry on the main floor. The open floor plan includes a spacious chef's kitchen, dining area, and living room, all thoughtfully positioned to take advantage of the water views. A spiral staircase leads to a loft that can serve as an additional living room or office with elevated views of the bay. This year-round home is heated by radiant floors and a wood stove. Outside, a waterside deck with a hot tub provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the coastal setting. The property includes a two-car garage with a workshop and well-appointed gu ...

Listing Details MLS# 1683157

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
1591
Street Name
Turtle Head
Street Type
Road
County
Waldo
Town
Islesboro
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04848
Zip +4
4051
Leased Land
No
Book
1864
Page
164
Map
37
Lot
5-B
Zoning
Residential
Zoning Overlay
No
Association
No
School District
Islesboro Public Schools
Full Tax Amount $
12140.55
Tax Year
2026
Tree Growth Y/N
No

Contract Information

Original List Price
950000

Property Information

Surveyed
Yes
Seasonal
No
Deed
All
Deed Restrictions
Yes
# Rooms
9
# Bedrooms
3
Total Full Baths
3
Total Baths
3
Furniture
Negotiable
Year Built
2000
SqFt Finished Above Grade
2400
SqFt Finished Total
2400
SqFt Source
Other
Other Source of Square Footage
Floor plans by Cubicasa App
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Size Acres +/-
4.31
Source of Acreage
Public Records
Road Frontage
Yes
Road Frontage +/-
307.5
Source of Road Frontage
Survey

Water Info

Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Amount
311
Water Frontage Owned
311
Water View
Yes
Water Body Name
East Penobscot Bay

More Information

Property Features

Site: Well Landscaped; Wooded Location: Rural Roads: Association; Dirt Source of Water Frontage: Survey Water Body Type: Bay View: Scenic Appliances Included: Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Formica; Granite Style: Chalet Levels: One Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Bulkhead; Crawl Space; Full Basement Entry: Bulkhead Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Shingle Exterior: Wood Siding Heat System: Radiant; Wood Stove Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled; Wood Water Heater: Electric Cooling: None Floors: Wood Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Hot Tub Patio and Porch Features: Deck Equipment: Internet Access Available Driveway: Gravel Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces Vehicle Storage: 2 Car Other Structures: Shed(s) Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Bottled Sewer: Private Sewer Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Room Name Level
Kitchen First
Living Room First
Dining Room First
Primary Bedroom First
Bedroom 2 First
Laundry First
Family Room Second
In-law Floorplan Second
Bedroom 3 Second

Documents

IDX
Listing Office: Cates Real Estate
Last Updated: October - 05 - 2026
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