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George Cunningham House - Ellsworth, Maine $325,000
The land was owned by George Cunningham in 1870 and the house appears on a map of Ellsworth dated 1875. The house has been termed French Empire Revival Style with Italianate elements. The George Cunningham House is the only known building designed with a large cupola on top from the very beginning and is one of two left on houses in Ellsworth. The Cupola also known as a “widow’s walk” is a prominent feature of houses in maritime communities. It served as a look out for vessels entering into the harbor.
George Cunningham started out as a ship wheel maker and went on to make cabinets and to open a furniture shop on Pine Street. It is evident in both the interior and exterior that great attention has been paid to detailing. The interior shutters and chandeliers along with mixed wood floors are some of the original features that have stayed with the house.
With five restored bedrooms and two baths, this house has many distinctive features. Most interior walls have been expertly re-plastered. New over-sized insulated two car garage has ample storage above.
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Underwood Cannery - Tremont, Maine $549,000
The former Underwood Cannery sits at the entrance to Bass Harbor and was built in 1912. After its closing in the mid-70s, it sat vacant until a group of investors purchased it and started the renovations nearly 15 years later. They redeveloped the former industrial site into eight luxury condominiums that have rejuvenated the community. The building was completely renovated down to the bricks and frame while preserving many of the original features of the building such as exposed brick walls, wood beams and architectural details. All eight condominiums are splendidly appointed and the use of the dock and pier goes with all units.
The William Underwood and Company Cannary was started in Boston in 1821, then established in Bass Harbor in 1886. In 1912, the company built this new “state-of-the-art” steel frame and brick building in Bass Harbor. The cannery employed 200 people, many fisherman and their families until 1966 when the building was sold the first time. After several failed ventures, the building sat vacant until 1986 when it was purchased by the investors who own it now.
The two remaining units in this Bass Harbor landmark are reminiscent of a SoHo loft with their high ceilings, copper-lined skylights and wood floors. Bass Harbor is one of the last true working waterfronts in Maine so there is always something to see in the harbor.
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Guilford Bed and Breakfast - Guilford, Maine $650,000
The house was built in the early 1900s (circa 1900-1910) by Joseph Campbell as a wedding present for his daughter. Mr. Campbell was owner of the Campbell Woolen Mills in the neighboring town of Sangerville. Since that time, the house has been owned by several prominent local businessmen - most notably, H. King Cummings. Mr. Cummings, a well-known Maine philanthropist and President/Chairman of Guilford Industries (now called True Textiles) resided in this home during the 1950s, 60s and early 70s. In 1986, the house was converted to a bed and breakfast. Most recently (2008 -2010) the home has undergone a total exterior restoration. Skilled artisans from all over the state of Maine have contributed to this restoration effort.
Four guest room B&B/grand mansion with incredible woodwork, architectural details, slate roof, copper details, 2 living rooms, 3 fireplaces, large formal dining room, huge private kitchen, den, 2 powder rooms, private 3 bedroom owner’s quarters and barn. Must see to appreciate.
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The Grove - Waldoboro, Maine $669,000
The house and barn were built as a two family working dairy farm by Jacob Winchenbaugh, also the owner at the time. The 1884 cape sits on a tranquil knoll with rolling fields to the Medomak River, including 450 ft of frontage and 51 acres.
The home offers ten rooms, four bedrooms, 2/12 baths, and new fireplace built in 1982. Also included, is a 2 story barn across the street, with frontage on Peter's Pond. Development potential.
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The William Darling House - Blue Hill, Maine $695,000
Built in 1802 and located on the edge of the village, this historic house has lovingly been brought into the 21st Century, with two Master Suites, a second floor library, four additional bedrooms, a formal dining room, spacious front to back living room, den/tv room, cheery breakfast room, large kitchen with a butlers pantry. A perfect property for an upscale B&B, The Darling House offers separate owner/manager quarters, a spacious ground level apartment with private entrance, which could also be used as an exercise room, spa, or office space. The property also offers a heated two car garage with additional living space above, a heated outdoor swimming pool, and convenient access to the waters of Blue Hill Harbor.
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Lake House Inn - Waterford, Maine $699,000
New Price Historically, the Lake House Bed and Breakfast is one of the oldest Inns in Maine. Built in the 1790s, it was the first tavern in Waterford, Maine. It is surrounded by white clapboard houses, all of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was the first building built in Waterford “Flat”. The year was 1797. It was constructed by Eli Longley, a prominent businessman, who operated the property as a tavern and an inn.
In 1847 the Inn became known as the Maine Hygienic Institute for Ladies. Lake House Bed and Breakfast was turned into a successful hotel in the late 1800s, and was privy to such famous guests as Mickey Rooney, Claudette Colbert and Judy Garland. Now the Lake House Bed and Breakfast offers seven distinctive guest rooms for our guests to choose from, each faithfully restored keeping the original look and feel of the house intact, while blending in the modern conveniences of today. Wonderfully restored and capturing all of the charm of its historic beginnings, Lake House Bed and Breakfast is perfectly situated in the famous Lakes Region of Western Maine. You can enjoy the cry of the loons, the peacefulness of the surroundings and yet you are so close to all the attractions of Waterford, the Mount Washington Valley, and the Maine Coast. The Waterford Historical Society located in the Village of Waterford has books written about the area and Lake House.
The historic inn has ten guest rooms, a two-bedroom owner‘s quarters, two parlors, fireplaces, casual dining room, garage, storage, and a large landscaped lot with gazebo and lots of herbs and perennials.
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The Chiltern Inn - Bar Harbor, Maine $1,295,000
New Price Built in 1906 for Edgar Scott from Pennsylvania, this was the carriage house to the shorefront estate, The Chiltern. The main house was eventually torn down in the 1940s. The architect, Alexander Wadsworth Longfellow, Jr. was the nephew of the author Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
The Chiltern Inn is a uniquely designed turn of the century, romantic three-room B&B, including a spacious, enchanting common area, and a four bedroom owner’s quarters. Re-built with soaring ceilings, fireplaces, custom kitchen, marble baths, four Jacuzzi tubs, theatre, indoor spa, 32 ft. lap pool, and an eight person hot tub and sauna.
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Timbercliffe Cottage - Camden, Maine $1,389,000
The original section of this home was built by and for owner Jesse Thomas. A larger section was added in 1860 by owner Captain Pendleton.
Jesse Thomas was one of the early settlers in Camden and built the house from timber in 1790. The property at that time was a farm that extended down to Sherman’s Cove. Around 1805 or so, the property was traded with Captain Isaac Pendleton for his property on Mechanic Street. Captain Pendleton made additions to the house through 1860, thus noted on the National Register plaque on the home. Captain Pendleton's family owned the property until the late 1800s and then it was sold to Chauncey Keep, a prominent, wealthy Chicagoan, and used as a summer property until the early 1900s. Over the span of 45 years, the architecture changed from primitive 1790s to a Federal style early 1800s architecture, as noted by the moulding throughout the home.
Six guest rooms with renovated private baths, two parlors, five fireplaces, new furniture, furnishings, window treatment decor, light fixtures. Great view of Penobscot Bay. Nice Owner’s Quarters with two bedrooms, one bath, large living room, large kitchen, pantry, laundry and garage.
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Berry Manor Inn - Rockland, Maine $2,695,000
Charles H. Berry, the nephew of civil war hero General Hiram Berry, built the home in 1898 as a wedding gift for his bride Georgia. Charles owned the Berry Brothers livery and stable in Rockland, the largest such business in the state of Maine in the fourth busiest harbor on the entire eastern seaboard. As a business man, he built the home not to raise a large family but to entertain (and impress) his business associates. The ten different types of hard wood flooring and large walk in closets throughout the house were meant to flaunt his wealth. At 6200 square feet of living space it is one of the largest homes in Rockland. The 3800 square feet the carriage house is also among the largest in town. The home had private rooms for their son, John, their live-in cook and live-in nanny. Their groomsman, also their chauffer, had quarters in the carriage house.
At the time the house was built, Rockland was a center of commerce and a very wealthy area. The lime industry was booming and Charles had investments in it as well as the lumber industry, a clothing store on Main Street and family members who owned the Thorndike Hotel in town. Records indicate that he built the home for $2600. At the time he listed as other assets $300 in musical equipment, $800 in carriages and $50,000 in cash. He built the home to appear as a duplex, a new concept becoming popular at the time. Some of the special features he incorporated into the design include the arched walls in the front of the home, the rounded windows, the built-in bench seating, the third floor ballroom, the leaded glass doors on the dining room china closets, the large built-in ice box in the summer kitchen, state of the art steam heating system, built-in dressers in the bedroom closets, granite block foundation, first floor clapboards and second/third floor shingles with double courses of saw tooth detail, large sliding doors throughout the first floor, and intricate carvings in the woodwork throughout the home.
The Rockland area is rich in history and the Berry Manor Inn is pleased to be a leading representative of life at the turn of the 19th century for mid coast Maine.
The epitome of B&B luxury, The Berry Manor Inn has been renovated top to bottom. The main inn has eight guest rooms and the carriage house has four. All rooms are large with fireplaces, double Jacuzzis, body jet showers, TVs and custom furnishings. The owner’s quarters has three bedrooms, three baths, kitchen, living room, dining room, and a private entrance.
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