8 Wheelwright Way, Mount Desert, ME 04660
SOLD
SEP 15, 2025

8 Wheelwright Way
Mount Desert, ME 04660

  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,597 sqft (on 2.25 acres)

$6,200,000

Last Sold: Sep 15, 2025
$1,349/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $35,712/mo*
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$6,200,000

Last Sold: Sep 15, 2025
$1,349/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $35,712/mo*
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6 Beds
4 Baths
4,597 sqft
(on 2.25 acres)

Local Information

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Listed by Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with: LandVest, Inc.
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1634483

Description

Crow's Nest: An exceptionally rare waterfront offering. This 1938 shingle-style 6-bedroom, 5-bath cottage was masterfully designed, built, and positioned at the water's edge to offer unparalleled water views. Strategically located on a cobblestone beach and bold rock point, this 2.2 acre property offers absolute privacy with over 365' of shorefront. The formal floor plan was specifically designed to interact with the surrounding natural world. With over 4,500 sq. ft. of living space positioned just a few feet from the shore, Crow's Nest stands alone in its proximity to the water. The original owners ensured that the lapping ocean waters could be heard from nearly every bedroom. This historic cottage offers unobstructed water views of the Eastern Way, Bear Island, and the Western Way. A detached 2-car garage, mooring, and deeded, shared dock are also included.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from September 17, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,349/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8 Wheelwright Way

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Interior Entry,Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room, Other Room 2, Other Room 3, Other Room 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4597 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Other, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
ElevatorFloors: Other, Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other Shingle WoodPatio / Porch: Deck, Patio, PorchFoundation: Slab, GraniteNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Gravel,5 - 10 Spaces,Off Street,Detached
Frontage
WaterfrontRoad Frontage: Private RoadOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Private SewerWater Body: Atlantic Ocean
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Waterfrontage: 365, Waterfrontage Owned: 365
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 4597 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Shingle
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Shingle Siding

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $6,200,000Price Per Sqft: $1,349/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 21 2025

Location

Direction & Address
City: Mount Desert

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4597 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.25 Acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1634483Above Grade Unfinished Area: 4597

Price History for 8 Wheelwright Way

DatePriceEventSource
09/15/2025$6,200,000Sold
Maine Listings #1634483
09/15/2025$6,200,000PendingMaine Listings #1634483
08/26/2025$6,200,000ContingentMaine Listings #1634483
08/15/2025$6,200,000Listed For SaleMaine Listings #1634483
10/01/2021$5,900,000Sold
Maine Listings #1500362
07/26/2021$6,700,000PendingMaine Listings #1500362
07/13/2021$6,700,000Listed For SaleMaine Listings #1500362
07/13/2021ListingRemovedMaine Listings #1463432
10/09/2020$6,700,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/06/2020$7,400,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Mount Desert

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$53,895
Assessment$5,795,200
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$4,895/mo
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  • 83 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

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  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are sidewalks

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8 Wheelwright Way, Mount Desert, ME 04660 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,597 sqft single-family home built in 1938. This property is not currently available for sale. 8 Wheelwright Way was last sold on Sep 15, 2025 for $6,200,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $6,200,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 8 Wheelwright Way is $6,357,700.