45 Harborside Road
Closed 9/4/26
Closed 9/4/26
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.82 acresLot Size
1890Year Built
$1,140/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces
Description
Circa 1890, this distinguished Shingle Style summer cottage, designed by renowned Gilded Age architect Fred L. Savage, Sweetbriar is one of the original Harborside Cottages that define the architectural heritage of Northeast Harbor. Beautifully preserved, the residence retains its original craftsmanship and timeless elegance while offering spectacular harbor views and exceptional waterfront amenities. The gracious 14-room home features 7 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, and 5 fireplaces. Soaring...Circa 1890, this distinguished Shingle Style summer cottage, designed by renowned Gilded Age architect Fred L. Savage, Sweetbriar is one of the original Harborside Cottages that define the architectural heritage of Northeast Harbor. Beautifully preserved, the residence retains its original craftsmanship and timeless elegance while offering spectacular harbor views and exceptional waterfront amenities. The gracious 14-room home features 7 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, and 5 fireplaces. Soaring ceilings, oversized windows, abundant natural light, and beautifully preserved architectural details create an atmosphere reminiscent of the grand Maine summer estates of a bygone era. Upon entering through the covered front portico, your eye is immediately drawn through the sun-filled rooms to the sparkling waters of Northeast Harbor and Bear Island beyond. An expansive covered porch overlooks sweeping lawns, mature gardens, and the harbor, providing the perfect setting for entertaining or quiet afternoons enjoying the sea breeze. Set well back from the road for privacy, the estate includes ample parking, a two-car garage with former chauffeur's quarters, and beautifully landscaped grounds with flowering gardens and gently sloping lawns. A lighted pathway meanders from the house to a private deep-water dock equipped with power, water, and lighting, offering exceptional access for boating and enjoying life on the harbor. Rich in history and offering the rare combination of architectural significance, privacy, and deep-water frontage, this exceptional property is offered completely furnished, excluding art and Dan Falt sculptures, and is ready to continue its legacy as one of Northeast Harbor's most treasured summer homes.
- Listed by: Linda Jonas 804.398.8116 ljonas@legacysir.com • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
- Listed by: Abigail Curless 207.801.1199 acurless@legacysir.com • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 09/04/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1674614
Location
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1Property Information for 45 Harborside Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $32,575 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Hancock County
- Architectural Style: Shingle
- Furnished: Furnished
- View: Scenic
- Has Waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront Features: Boat Mooring, Dock, Waterfront Deep
- Zoning: SR1
Building Information
- Year Built: 1890
- Lot Size: 0.82 AC / 35,719 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
- Water View: Yes
- Page: 0321
- Zoning Overlay: No
- Directions: Upon entering Northeast Harbor on Harborside Road, #45 in on the left.
- Latitude: 44.297471
- Longitude: -$68.29
- Transportation: Deep Water Access, Near Airport
- Water Frontage Owned: 126.0
- Source of Water Frontage: Survey
- Waterfront Amount: $126.00
- Water Body Type: Harbor
- Water Body Name: Northeast Harbor
Taxes and HOA
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: MTDS-000026-000000-000036-000002
- Tax Lot: 2
- Tax Block: 36
- Tax Book Number: 5087
- Tax Map Number: 26
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Annual Amount: $32,575.00
Parking
- Parking Features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, Detached
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Detached
- Has Attached Garage: No
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Irrigation System, Historic District, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
- Lot Size Acres: 0.82
- Lot Size Area: 0.82
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 35719.2
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Roads: Public
- Road Frontage: true
- Road Frontage: 128.0
- Source of Road Frontage: Survey
- Tree Growth: false
Property and Assessments
- Above Grade Finished Area: 4576.0
- Below Grade Finished Area: 994.0
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 5570.0
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Deed: All
- Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
- Surveyed: Yes
- Year Built: 1890
Building Features
- Foundation Details: Granite
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
- Color: Grey
Financial Information
- List Price/SqFt: $1,387.67
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: No Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public, Seasonal
- Water Heater: Electric
- Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Roof: Composition
Interior Features
- Amenities: Bathtub, Fire System, Irrigation System, Security System
- Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Bathrooms Full: 4
- Bathrooms Half: 2
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
- Bedrooms Total: 7
- Equipment: Internet Access Available
- Fireplaces Total: 5
- Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
- # Full Baths Level 2: 2
- # Full Baths Level 3: 2
- # Half Baths Level 1: 1
- Rooms Total: 14
- Basement: Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Finished, Partial
- # Half Baths Basement: 1.0
- Has Fireplace: Yes
- Has Cooling: No
- Heating: No Heat Fuel
- Has Heating: Yes
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Interior Features: Bathtub
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Primary Bedroom Amenities: Closet, Full Bath, Separate Shower, Walk-in Closet, Wood Burning Fireplace
Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom Amenities 2: Balcony/Deck, Closet, Wood Burning Fireplace
Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
- Bedroom Amenities 3: Balcony/Deck, Closet
Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 4 Level: First
- Bedroom Amenities 4: Closet
Bedroom 5
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
- Bedroom 5 Level: Third
- Bedroom Amenities 5: Closet, Full Bath, Separate Shower, Walk-in Closet
Bedroom 6
- Bedroom 6: Bedroom 6
- Bedroom 6 Level: Third
- Bedroom Amenities 6: Closet
Bedroom 7
- Bedroom 7: Bedroom 7
- Bedroom 7 Level: Third
- Bedroom Amenities 7: Closet
Dining Room
- Dining Room: Dining Room
- Dining Room Level: First
- Dining Room Amenities: Built-Ins
Kitchen
- Kitchen: Kitchen
- Kitchen Level: Basement
- Kitchen Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Island
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
- Laundry Room: Laundry
- Laundry Room Level: Basement
Library
- Library: Library
- Library Level: First
- Library Amenities: Built-Ins, Wood Burning Fireplace
Living Room
- Living Room: Living Room
- Living Room Level: First
- Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Other Room 1
- Other Room 1: Other Room 1
- Other Room 1 Level: First
Other Room 2
- Other Room 2: Other Room 2
- Other Room 2 Level: Basement
Rental
Rent Information
- Land Lease: No
Property History for 45 Harborside Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | Sold Maine Listings #1674614 | $6,350,000 | — |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Pending Maine Listings #1674614 | — | |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1674614 | — | |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1674614 | $6,350,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2026 | Sold Maine Listings #1674614 | $6,350,000 |
| 08/19/2026 | Pending Maine Listings #1674614 | — |
| 08/14/2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1674614 | — |
| 08/03/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1674614 | $6,350,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 45 Harborside Road
Taxable ValueLand$2,353,300Additions$1,735,900Total$4,089,200
Tax Record2025$32,346 ($2,696 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,407 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,407 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,068 SqFtStories3Lot Size35,719 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890ZoningSR1CountyHANCOCKAPNMTDS M:026 L:036-002
Schools near 45 Harborside Road
This home is within Mount Desert Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mt Desert Elementary School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Mt Desert Island High School Public9 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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