27 Clamshell Alley
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Carvers Harbor on Vinalhaven is defined by a distinct and memorable image, an iconic home standing proudly against a backdrop of safely moored boats and the working waterfront. Historically known as Snippershins, but affectionately referred to by locals as ''the yellow house,'' this landmark property dates back to the 1870s and has been in the same family for over 40 years. The current owners, lifelong sailors, first discovered Vinalhaven by boat and immediately recognized the rare value of this...Carvers Harbor on Vinalhaven is defined by a distinct and memorable image, an iconic home standing proudly against a backdrop of safely moored boats and the working waterfront. Historically known as Snippershins, but affectionately referred to by locals as ''the yellow house,'' this landmark property dates back to the 1870s and has been in the same family for over 40 years. The current owners, lifelong sailors, first discovered Vinalhaven by boat and immediately recognized the rare value of this property: a protected 58-foot dock capable of accommodating a 40-foot sailboat at all tides, easy access to town, and the freedom to cast off at a moment's notice to take advantage of some of the best scenery in the world. The property offers a rare and immersive connection to Carvers Harbor, with sweeping, nearly 360-degree views of the vibrant working waterfront and a setting that is both dynamic and ever-changing. In addition to its exceptional waterfront, the property includes a three-story main house with four bedrooms, a spacious two-bay garage and workshop with a separate year-round studio above, as well as a barn and additional outbuilding. At the heart of the property, the home carries a deep connection to the water throughout and is thoughtfully oriented to capture its surroundings. Every window frames a unique and ever-changing island scene, while the covered porch offers a front-row seat to the harbor's daily rhythm. This immersive vantage point reflects the essence of island living and has inspired artists over the years, further cementing the home's place as a cherished part of the harbor. While many original features remain--such as rough-sawn beams and warm wood floors--the home has been carefully updated to enhance its connection to the surrounding waterfront. More than a home, ''the Yellow House'' is a vantage point, a legacy, and an invitation to experience Vinalhaven at its most authentic.
Property Details for 27 Clamshell Alley
Waterfront
Yes
ArchitecturalStyleNew Englander
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningRes. Commercial/VOD
ViewScenic
LISTING UPDATED: 04/03/2026 03:36 PM
Property Details for 27 Clamshell Alley
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1656375 |
| Days on Market | 1 |
| Taxes | $9,850 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1870 |
| Lot Size | 0.40 AC / 17,424 SF |
| County | Knox County |
Location
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Building Information for 27 Clamshell Alley
Stories-Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
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$7,115 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$6,294
Property Taxes
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1Property Information for 27 Clamshell Alley
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Water Body Name: Carver's Harbor
- Town: Vinalhaven
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04863
- County: Knox
- Geo Latitude: 44.046157
- Geo Longitude: -68.833289
- Tax Lot: 47
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Open: Yes
- Location:Intown: Yes
- Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 300.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 300.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
- Source of Water Frontage:Public Records: Yes
- Recreational Water:Dock: Yes
- Recreational Water:Oceanfront: Yes
- Recreational Water:Waterfront Deep: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Water View2: Yes
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Paved, On Site
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site2
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 3231
- Tax Map Number: 18
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: VINA-000018-000000-000047
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $9,850.00
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Property
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:On Demand: Yes
- Heat Fuel: K-1Kerosene, Oil, Wood2
- Heat System: Baseboard, Direct Vent Furnace, Direct Vent Heater, Hot Water
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2430.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.4
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2430.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.4
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 17424.0
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 27
- Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
- Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
- Property Information:# Rooms: 9.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Yellow
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- 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:Paved: Yes
- Driveway: Gravel, Paved2
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: Public Records
- Year Built: 1870
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Well, Private
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
- Water Heater: On Demand
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Roof: Metal, Rolled/Hot Mop
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
- Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car
- Patio and Porch Features: Porch
- Basement Entry: Interior
Interior Features
- Basement: Full, Unfinished
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Interior Features: Bathtub, Other, Storage
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Hot Water, Direct Vent Heater, Direct Vent Furnace, Baseboard
- Foundation Details: Granite
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Room Total: 9
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Amenities: Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor, Other Amenities, Storage
- Mud Room: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Second
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Room 4
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Level: Third
Room 6
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Sunroom
- Room Level: First
Room 9
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: First
Property History for 27 Clamshell Alley
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1656375 | $1,250,000 | — |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Expired Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,250,000 | — |
| Dec 23, 2025 | Withdrawn Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,250,000 | — |
| Feb 23, 2025 | Expired Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,350,000 | — |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1581804 | — | |
| Jan 23, 2024 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,500,000 | — |
| Sep 1, 2012 | Expired Maine Listings #1028450 | $995,000 | — |
| Sep 1, 2011 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1028450 | $995,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1656375 | $1,250,000 |
| 02/19/2026 | Expired Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,250,000 |
| 12/23/2025 | Withdrawn Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,250,000 |
| 02/23/2025 | Expired Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,350,000 |
| 01/22/2025 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1581804 | — |
| 01/23/2024 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1581804 | $1,500,000 |
| 09/01/2012 | Expired Maine Listings #1028450 | $995,000 |
| 09/01/2011 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1028450 | $995,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 27 Clamshell Alley
Taxable ValueLand$372,000Additions$363,100Total$735,100
Tax Record2025$9,850 ($821 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size17,424 SqFtCountyKNOXAPNVINA M:018 L:047
Schools near 27 Clamshell Alley
This home is within Regional School Unit 08 Msad 08.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vinalhaven School PublicPK 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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