399 Hermit's Point Road, Islesboro, ME, 04848
About This Home
The Grace Cottage, Hermit's Point. This magnificent stuccoed Renaissance Revival cottage built in 1918 designed by noted Philadelphia architect, Wilson Eyre commands unsurpassed views from its 8.8 acre peninsular location and 3,570 feet of shore line. Eight bedrooms, seven fireplaces. Replete with all the requisite amenities for an elegant summer's stay including pool, dock and stone lodge. $6,500,000.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Slate
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Partial
Bedroom2
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
Bedroom5
- Level: Second
Bedroom6
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 11
- Full bathrooms: 9
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Features
- Attic,Pantry,Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 9,025
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Hot Water
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 9,025
- Total interior livable area: 9,025 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Living Room
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Other
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
Other
- Features: Stairway
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: ISBRM0021L0002
- Zoning: shore land
Features
- Private pool: Yes
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Scenic,Trees/Woods
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterbody name: West Penobscot Bay
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 3570,Waterfrontage Owned: 3570
Lot
- Lot size: 8.80 Acres
- Features: Neighborhood,Level,Open Lot,Right of Way,Landscaped,Wooded
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel,5 - 10 Spaces
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Coastal Flooding
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $32,867 | $394,404 |
| Home Insurance | $6,922 | $83,064 |
| Property Taxes | $6,421 | $77,052 |
| Electricity | $1,311 | $15,742 |
| Total | $47,521 | $570,252 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-11 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000 |
| 2025-06-02 | Listing removed | $6,500,000 |
| 2024-12-07 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000 |
| 2024-11-02 | Listing removed | $6,975,000 |
| 2024-07-18 | Price change | $6,975,000 |
| 2024-03-19 | Price change | $8,500,000 |
| 2023-04-12 | Listed for sale | $9,775,000 |
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