1591 Turtle Head Rd
Coming Soon / No Show
Coming Soon / No Show
Description
North End Cottage, located in the coveted Turtle Head subdivision, is a charming chalet-style waterfront retreat set on 4.31+/- mostly wooded acres. Flowering gardens, vegetable beds, and stone paths leading to the covered front porch create a warm and welcoming first impression. Built in 2000, the home features large windows with sweeping views over East Penobscot Bay and offers convenient one-level living with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and laundry on the main floor. The open floor plan includes...North End Cottage, located in the coveted Turtle Head subdivision, is a charming chalet-style waterfront retreat set on 4.31+/- mostly wooded acres. Flowering gardens, vegetable beds, and stone paths leading to the covered front porch create a warm and welcoming first impression. Built in 2000, the home features large windows with sweeping views over East Penobscot Bay and offers convenient one-level living with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and laundry on the main floor. The open floor plan includes a spacious chef's kitchen, dining area, and living room, all thoughtfully positioned to take advantage of the water views. A spiral staircase leads to a loft that can serve as an additional living room or office with elevated views of the bay. This year-round home is heated by radiant floors and a wood stove. Outside, a waterside deck with a hot tub provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the coastal setting. The property includes a two-car garage with a workshop and well-appointed guest quarters above, complete with a living room, kitchen, bunk room, and full bath. An additional fenced garden and garden shed add to the property's appeal. With stair access to 311+/- feet of waterfront consisting of a beautiful stone beach, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, comfort, and the very best of Maine waterfront living. Located just a short distance from the nature trails of Turtle Head Conservation Land. The majority of the furnishings can be negotiated. The hot tub has a new cover.
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Property Details for 1591 Turtle Head Road
Waterfront
Yes
ArchitecturalStyleChalet
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningResidential
ViewScenic
LISTING UPDATED: 05/26/2026 08:40 PM
Property Details for 1591 Turtle Head Road
| Status | Coming Soon / No Show |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1663932 |
| Days on Market | - |
| Taxes | $12,141 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 2000 |
| Lot Size | 4.31 AC / 187,743 SF |
| County | Waldo County |
Location
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Building Information for 1591 Turtle Head Road
Stories-Year Built2000Building Size-Lot Size4.31 AC / 187,743 SF
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$5,746 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$4,734
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$1,012
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1Property Information for 1591 Turtle Head Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Dirt
- Water Body Name: East Penobscot Bay
- Zip Code: 4051
- Directions: Head north until you reach Turtle Head Rd. Follow Turtle Head Rd to property Sign on driveway. Follow GPS directions.
- Town: Islesboro
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04848
- County: Waldo
- Geo Latitude: 44.38369
- Geo Longitude: -68.878822
- Tax Lot: 5-B
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Site:Wooded: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
- Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 311.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 311.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
- Source of Water Frontage:Survey: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Road Frontage: true
- Water View2: Yes
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 1864
- Tax Map Number: 37
- Tax Year: 2026
- Parcel Number: ISBR-000037-000000-000005-B000000
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $12,141.00
School Information
- School District: Islesboro Public Schools
Virtual Tour
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Property
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Electric: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled, Wood2
- Heat System: Radiant, Wood Stove
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2400.0
- Lot Size Acres: 4.31
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2400.0
- Lot Size Area: 4.31
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 187743.6
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 1591
- Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Yes
- Property Information:# Rooms: 9.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Survey
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 2.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:Other Source of Square Footage: Floor plans by Cubicasa App
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Gravel: Yes
- Driveway: Gravel
Property and Assessments
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Other
- Year Built: 2000
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water Source: Private, Well
- Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
- Water Heater: Electric2
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
- Equipment: Internet Access Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck
- Basement Entry: Bulkhead2
Interior Features
- Basement: Bulkhead, Crawl Space, Full
- Flooring: Wood
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, One-Floor Living
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Gas Bottled, Wood, Radiant, Wood Stove
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Room Total: 9
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
- Furnished: Negotiable
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom wBath, Hot Tub, One-Floor Living
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica, Granite
- Primary Bedroom Amenities: Full Bath7
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Second
Room 8
- Room Type: In-law Floorplan
- Room Level: Second
Room 9
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Public Records for 1591 Turtle Head Road
Taxable ValueLand$639,700Additions$312,500Total$952,200
Tax Record2025$12,141 ($1,012 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,552 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,552 SqFtStories1Lot Size187,744 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000CountyWALDOAPNISBR M:0037 L:0005-B
Schools near 1591 Turtle Head Road
This home is within Islesboro Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Islesboro Central School PublicK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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