173 Crystal Spring Lane, Jay, ME 04239 ⋆

173 Crystal Spring Lane, Jay, ME 04239

New Listing

$950,000

Virtual Tour

https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=u1p6yR1Vrj9&mls=1

Amazing off-the-grid home, workshop, and cabin

Private point separates Parker Pond from the stream leading to Mud Pond

Open floor plan with 2 bedrooms and bath

Pine floors and cupola access via ladder. Cupola provides great solar gain

entrance with stairs up to living area plus 2 additional rooms and laundry

mechanical room with electrical panels, battery storage, and other utilities

front of main home. Cabins (and parking are to the left)

floor to ceiling glass brings the outside in!

Surrounded by nature. Pellet stove provides heat

galley kitchen with gas range. Bath is off the kitchen

Beautiful slate tiled shower with rain water showerhead

boulders and rock outcroppings intermingled among the trees

The private point is a great camping site

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,324 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,768,536 Status: Active

Current Price: $950,000 List Date: 10/01/2026 Last Modified: 10/05/2026

Overview

Description

This is an extraordinary opportunity to own 40 acres of private Maine wilderness with 1,500 feet of waterfront, three distinctive buildings, established Airbnb income, and remarkable energy independence. Off-grid living here means independence without sacrificing modern conveniences. Substantially improved by the current owners, the property has been upgraded for comfortable year-round use while preserving its exceptional connection to nature. A 1.5-mile private gravel road leads to this secluded compound, where a 10kW solar electric system generates enough power for the entire property and its modern electric appliances without an electric bill. A propane-powered backup generator provides reliable power if needed, while high-speed Starlink internet keeps you connected. The main gambrel-style residence has a bunkroom, mechanical room and laundry on the first level. Upstairs, the open living area features a kitchen with custom cement countertops, two bedrooms and tiled bath. A loft and ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1681081

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 173
Street Name: Crystal Spring
Street Type: Lane
County: Franklin
Town: Jay
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04239
Leased Land: No
Book: 4398
Page: 139
Map: 4
Lot: 123
Zoning: Shoreland Zone
Zoning Overlay: Yes
Association: No
School District: RSU 73
Full Tax Amount $: 9573
Tax Year: 2026
Tree Growth Y/N: No

Contract Information

Kick-Out: No
Original List Price: 950000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed: All
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: Yes
# Rooms: 10
# Bedrooms: 5
Total Full Baths: 3
Total Baths: 3
Color: tan
Year Built: 2016
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3324
SqFt Finished Total: 3324
SqFt Source: Other
Other Source of Square Footage: Matterport and Public Records
Garage: No
Lot Size Acres +/-: 40.6
Source of Acreage: Public Records

Water Info

Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 1500
Water Frontage Owned: 1500
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Parker Pond/Mud Pond
Island: No

More Information

Property Features

Site: Rolling/Sloping; Wooded Location: Rural Roads: Dirt; Gravel; Private Road; Right of Way Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Pond; Stream Recreational Water: Deeded; Lake/Fresh Water; River/Brook/Stream View: Scenic; Trees/Woods Appliances Included: Dryer; Electric Range; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Cement Style: Bungalow; Camp; Dutch Colonial; Other Levels: Multi-Level Construction: Wood Frame Basement: None; Slab Basement Entry: Not Applicable Foundation Materials: Pillar/Post/Pier; Poured Concrete Roof: Metal; Shingle Exterior: Wood Siding Heat System: Baseboard; Direct Vent Heater; Hot Water; Pellet Stove; Radiant; Wood Stove Heat Fuel: Pellets; Propane; Solar; Wood Water Heater: Heat Pump Cooling: None Floors: Concrete; Tile; Wood Amenities: Shower Equipment: Generator; Internet Access Available Green Features: Air Exchanger Driveway: Gravel Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Other Structures: Barn(s); Outbuilding; Outhouse/Privy Electric: Circuit Breakers; Energy Storage Device; Generator Hookup; Off Grid; On Site; Photovoltaics Seller Owned Gas: Bottled Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Office	First
Bedroom 1	First
Other Room	First
Bedroom 2	Second
Bedroom 3	Second
Great Room	Second
Kitchen	Second
Dining Room	Second
Bedroom 4	First
Bedroom 5	First

Listing Office: Harcourts Waterfront & Fine Properties

Last Updated: October - 05 - 2026

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173 Crystal Spring Lane, Jay, ME 04239 (MLS# 1681081)