Own your island! Pretty stone cottage! Has a private dock! C. 1937 in Maine! Only $550,000!
Imagine owning an entire island all to yourself in Maine. This property sits right on Lake Anasagunticook and offers a quiet escape away from normal daily life. It features a historic stone home and a unique structure that you do not see every day on a private lake lot.
85 Lake Shore Dr, Peru, ME 04290
Price: $550,000
The Private Island and Lake Experience
You get a full 360-degree view of the water and the western Maine mountains from this property. The island sits on a clean lake that is regularly stocked with fish. You can spend your days outside watching loons swim past or eagles fly overhead.
The water around the island is clear and great for swimming. There is a private dock with built-in stairs that lead straight into the water, making it easy to hop in and cool off during hot summer days. The sunsets here are incredible, whether you watch them next to the outdoor fire pit or out on a boat.
features
- Private island location
- Lake Anasagunticook (Canton Lake) waterfront
- 360-degree lake and mountain views
- Stocked fishing waters
- Private dock with stairs into the water
- Outdoor fire pit area
- 45 feet of owned waterfrontage
The Stone Cottage and Lighthouse
The main house is a solid stone cottage built back in 1937. It still has its original character but was fully renovated in 2022 to make it more comfortable. Inside, you will find 480 square feet of living space with a completely open floor plan and durable concrete floors. There is enough room to sleep five people comfortably, with a combined space for cooking, eating, and hanging out together.
The coolest part of the property is the 18-foot-tall stone lighthouse. It acts as a guide for boats on the lake and has a small seating area at the top. The top seating area fits four people, giving you a high vantage point to look out over the entire lake. The home comes fully furnished so you can move right in.
features
- Solid stone cottage built in 1937
- Fully renovated in 2022
- 480 square feet of interior space
- Open floor plan layout
- Space to sleep 5 people
- 18-foot tall stone lighthouse
- Seating for 4 at the top of the lighthouse
- Concrete flooring
- Fully furnished interior
Off Grid Power and Modern Comforts
Even though you are out on an island, you still get to enjoy modern conveniences. The property uses a state-of-the-art solar panel array that connects to a battery storage setup. This system runs the lights, the refrigerator, and even the air conditioning unit.
If the weather gets cloudy for a few days, a quiet gas generator turns on automatically to recharge the batteries. For bathing, there is an outdoor shower that features a hot water connection. Inside the cabin, there is a first-floor bedroom area and a modern compost toilet system. The cottage stays warm during cooler months using propane and wood heating options.
features
- Solar power array with battery storage
- Quiet gas generator backup system
- Working air conditioner and refrigerator
- Outdoor shower with hot water
- First-floor bedroom layout
- Compost toilet system
- Propane and wood heating
Shore Access and Rental Income
When you buy this island, you also get a completely separate parcel of land on the mainland shore. This shore lot includes its own dock, a sandy beach area that gets deeper very gradually, and plenty of room to park vehicles. The shore lot is also large enough to park a seasonal camper for any extra guests who come to visit.
This island is not just a great place to relax, but it is also a proven investment. The current owners have run it as a successful Airbnb rental for the last several years. It fills up quickly, bringing in guests every single week during the rental season.
features
- Separate shore lot parcel included
- Mainland dock and island dock
- Sandy beach with gradual drop-off
- Parking spaces for multiple vehicles
- Room for a seasonal overflow camper
- Active and successful Airbnb history
- Consistent weekly bookings
From Zillow
Unplug, relax and unwind at your own private island on beautiful Lake Anasagunticook. This one of a kind solid stone cottage with it’s own lighthouse, offers a 360 degree view of the lake.
Built in 1937, this property has held it’s original character. Built with an open floorplan, there’s room to sleep 5 people comfortably with a kitchen/dining/living area where everyone can gather to play board games, read or enjoy a meal together.
The outdoor area is your own oasis on the water. Watch the loons swim by and eagles soar, while you take in the amazing views of the western Maine mountains.
There’s a seperate dock with stairs that lead directly into the water where you can cool off in the summertime. There’s also an outdoor shower with hot water.
The fishing is as good as it gets. If you like sunsets, this takes things to a new level. Whether your watching from the fire pit or take the boat out, it never disappoints. You have to experience all this special place has to offer.
Access to the island comes with a seperate parcel of land. There are docks on shore and at the island for your boat. The shore lot has a sandy beach that gradually gets deeper. It’s perfect for newer swimmers or just soaking up the sun in the water.
There is plenty of room to park your vehicles, or have a seasonal camper for overflow guests. You can enjoy some modern comforts with a state of the art solar array complete with a battery storage system. If it’s cloudy, no problem.
There’s a quiet gas generator to recharge the batteries and keep the lights, air conditioner and refrigerator running.
Thinking of renting it out? The island has been used as an Airbnb for the last several years, with guests every week! If you can think of ways to make it more comfortable, the current owners have already done that. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity.
