$1,945,000
3 Ben Island
Harpswell
Listing Courtesy of
Tim Dunham Realty
3 Ben Island, Harpswell, ME 04079
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. A 6.7kW solar power system with battery backup is paired with a 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 a screened porch, outdoor shower, shed, and multiple serene sitting spots tucked into the landscape. 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. Showings are conducted by boat and must be scheduled in advance. 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. Includes boat, tree house, 4 deep water moorings, seating area with stone staircase by water.
Listing Courtesy of
Tim Dunham Realty
DETAILS
- Listing Id1625548
- StatusActive
- TypeResidential
- SeasonalYes
- Map / Lot56 / 2
- Book / Page37289 / 184,204
- Sq Ft Finished Above Grade1458
- Sq Ft Finished Total1458
- Total Baths2 / 0
- Waste Water DisposalPrivate Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
- WaterPrivate, Well
- Heat SystemDirect Vent Heater
- CoolingNone
- ElectricCircuit Breakers, Off Grid, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- BasementBrick/Mortar, Crawl Space, Dirt Floor, Exterior Only, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- RoofMetal, Pitched
- FloorsTile, Wood
- GarageNo
- Lot FeaturesLevel, Open, Rolling/Sloping, Rural, Well Landscaped, Wooded
- Parking Features1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Other
- Waterfront FeaturesBay, Cove, Harbor
- Interior FeaturesBathtub, Other, Shower, Storage
- Security FeaturesSecurity System
- Laundry FeaturesLaundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- StyleCape Cod
- Water Body NameQuahog Bay
- Water Frontage Amount2000
- Water ViewYes
- ViewScenic
- Checked For UpdatesFriday, June 6, 2025 at 7:32 PM
- IDX Listing UpdatedFriday, June 6, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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