1174 Cove Road, Howland, ME, 04448
About This Home
Absolutely unmatched opportunity to own a legendary piece of Maine sporting history on the shores of pristine South Branch Lake. Established in 1898, South Branch Lake Camps has welcomed generations of sportsmen, families, and notable American icons including Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Bobby Orr, and legendary B.A.S.S. co-founder Jerry McKinnis. Set on a beautifully maintained 5.9-acre peninsula with an impressive 1,677 feet of private shoreline, this waterfront retreat combines a perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility -- peacefully tucked away in the Maine woods, yet only 45 minutes from Bangor and 15 minutes from interstate 95. The property features 11 fully furnished and ready-to-enjoy cabins, with beautiful knotty pine interiors, heating, half baths, and screened porches showcasing sweeping lake views. The three largest cabins also include full kitchens, making them ideal for extended stays or larger groups. At the heart of the property, the 2,600 square foot furnished main lodge sits atop the peninsula and includes a commercial kitchen, spacious dining area, screened porch, tackle shop, and two guest suites. Additional amenities include a recreation center with pool, poker, and foosball tables, two shower houses, dock house, large garage and outbuildings, oversized lakeside firepit, and three seasonal dock systems. Renowned for its bass fishing, South Branch Lake is a crystal-clear, spring-fed glacial lake perfectly suited for all types of unforgettable days on the water. Included with the property are 14-foot aluminum boats, canoes, and kayaks, providing a true turnkey lakefront experience from day one. Whether envisioned as a private compound, a classic sporting camp, or rental retreat, this one-of-a-kind legacy property holds endless possibilities. *Also available as fractional ownership at MLS#1657592 and MLS#1657598 in personal property section*
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Cooktop,Dryer,Microwave,Electric Range,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: First
Bedroom4
- Level: First
Bedroom5
- Level: First
Bedroom6
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 14
- Bathrooms: 14
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 12
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath,Attic,Bathtub,In-Law Floorplan,Pantry,Storage,Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 7,000
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Direct Vent Heater,Forced Air,Wood Stove
- Cooling features: Other
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,000
- Total interior livable area: 7,000 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Laundry
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Primary Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
- Exclusions: mounted taxidermy,antiques
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Scenic
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterbody name: South Branch Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 1677,Waterfrontage Owned: 1677
Lot
- Lot size: 5.90 Acres
- Features: Rural,Rolling Slope,Landscaped,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel,11 - 20 Spaces,On Site,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Winter Weather
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
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 | $5,050 | $60,600 |
| Home Insurance | $553 | $6,636 |
| Property Taxes | $923 | $11,076 |
| Electricity | $1,017 | $12,210 |
| Total | $7,543 | $90,516 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-02 | Price change | $998,900 |
| 2026-05-22 | Price change | $1,098,900 |
| 2026-05-15 | Price change | $1,098,000 |
| 2026-04-26 | Listed for sale | $112,900 |
| 2025-12-01 | Listing removed | $1,097,000 |
| 2025-11-08 | Price change | $1,097,000 |
| 2025-10-16 | Price change | $1,098,000 |
| 2025-09-26 | Price change | $1,099,000 |
| 2025-09-01 | Price change | $1,149,000 |
| 2025-07-30 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 |
| 2025-07-23 | Listing removed | $1,195,000 |
| 2025-07-15 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 |
| 2025-07-11 | Listing removed | $98,900 |
| 2025-05-09 | Listed for sale | $98,900 |
| 2024-05-20 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-04-05 | Listed for sale | $924,900 |
| 2024-01-10 | Sold | $924,900 |
| 2024-01-10 | Pending sale | $924,900 |
| 2023-04-25 | Contingent | $924,900 |
| 2022-12-27 | Listed for sale | $924,900 |
| 2022-09-02 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-07-11 | Listed for sale | $999,900 |
| 2022-03-31 | Pending sale | $999,900 |
| 2021-08-31 | Listed for sale | $999,900 |
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