579 Alford Lake Rd

Beds
Baths
2,050 Sq. Ft.
$415 / Sq. Ft.
2,050
Sq. Ft.
$415
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Turn-Key Pet Lodge Business and Charming Residence on 7 Scenic Acres in Beautiful Midcoast Maine. Live, work, and thrive in one of Maine's most desirable locations. This unique property combines a well-established pet care business with a charming 2,050 sq. ft. home, with over 300 feet of peaceful lake frontage with woods, fields, and private trails. The highly regarded pet lodge features a 7,600 sq. ft. main floor with 50 indoor dog runs, 28 in use, a sun-filled cattery with 3-level condos and play...Turn-Key Pet Lodge Business and Charming Residence on 7 Scenic Acres in Beautiful Midcoast Maine. Live, work, and thrive in one of Maine's most desirable locations. This unique property combines a well-established pet care business with a charming 2,050 sq. ft. home, with over 300 feet of peaceful lake frontage with woods, fields, and private trails. The highly regarded pet lodge features a 7,600 sq. ft. main floor with 50 indoor dog runs, 28 in use, a sun-filled cattery with 3-level condos and play areas, grooming room, indoor playroom, reception area, radiant floor heat, 44 skylights, and 24-hour fresh air exchange. The second floor offers 372 sq. ft. of unfinished space for grooming, storage, or retail, plus a 1,178 sq. ft. unfinished apartment with cathedral ceilings, ideal for staff or rental income. Endorsed by local veterinarians and supported by a loyal client base, the business is fully operational with strong income and immediate growth potential, expand grooming, increase occupancy, or add daycare services. Dogs enjoy nature walks and playtime in fenced outdoor yards and on wooded trails. The 3-4 bedroom home offers wood-beamed ceilings, reclaimed paneling, tile and pine floors, a fireplace, and serene water views. Features include a spacious kitchen-dining area, large primary bedroom with skylight and half bath, full bath, additional main-floor bedroom, or office-den, and two upstairs bedrooms. Living room has a fireplace for cozy gatherings on cooler days. Recent updates: new furnace, septic improvements, and new roofs. Located in a nationally recognized school district and close to Midcoast beaches, trails, and villages, this offering is a rare blend of lifestyle and income. Whether you are expanding your pet care enterprise or seeking a business with heart in Vacationland, this property delivers.
  1. Listed by Heidi Steele • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 579 Alford Lake Road

Zoning
Rural/Shoreland
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2025 09:41 AM

Property Details for 579 Alford Lake Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1633578
Days on Market56
Taxes$4,169 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMixed Use
MLS TypeCommercial / Mixed Use
Year Built1972
Lot Size7.14 AC / 311,018 SF
CountyKnox County

Location

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Building Information for 579 Alford Lake Road

Stories-Residences-Year Built1972Lot Size7.14 AC / 311,018 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,490 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,143

Property Taxes

$347

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 579 Alford Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zip Code: 3407
  • Directions: From Rt 17 in South Hope, turn onto Alford Lake Road. Follow for approx. 3 miles, #579 will be on the right
  • Town: Hope
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04847
  • County: Knox
  • Geo Latitude: 44.252513
  • Geo Longitude: -69.203593
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Location:Rural: 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:Deeded: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Lake/Fresh Water: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site, Off Street
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 3477
  • Tax Map Number: 14
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Parcel Number: HPPE-000014-000000-000024-000000-99
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,169.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 7.14
  • Building Area Total: 2050.0
  • Lot Size Area: 7.14
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 311018.4
  • Street Number: 579
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Year Renovated +/-: 1.00
  • Property Information:Total # Floors: .00
Property and Assessments
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Type: Commercial
  • Property Type Label: Commercial
  • Property Sub-Type: Mixed Use
  • Year Built: 1972
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full, Partial, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Storage
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Radiant, Forced Air, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Granite, Concrete Perimeter
  • # Floors: 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): .00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): .00
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Property History for 579 Alford Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923619126

$850,000
Dec 12, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1633578

$850,000
Nov 4, 2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1633578

Oct 27, 2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1633452

$875,000
Oct 3, 2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1633578

Jul 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1633452

$875,000
Jul 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1633578

$875,000
Aug 15, 2005

Sold

Maine Listings #707880

$545,000
Aug 10, 2005

Pending

Maine Listings #707880

Aug 9, 2005

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #707880

Jun 1, 2004

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #707880

$845,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923619126

$850,000
12/12/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1633578

$850,000
11/04/2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1633578

10/27/2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1633452

$875,000
10/03/2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1633578

07/24/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1633452

$875,000
07/24/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1633578

$875,000
08/15/2005

Sold

Maine Listings #707880

$545,000
08/10/2005

Pending

Maine Listings #707880

08/09/2005

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #707880

06/01/2004

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #707880

$845,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 579 Alford Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$75,400Additions$190,900Total$266,300
Tax Record2024$5,140 ($428 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,507 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,507 SqFtStories2Lot Size311,018 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972CountyKNOXAPNHPPE M:14 L:024Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 579 Alford Lake Road

This home is within Hope Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hope Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Camden Hills Regional High School
Public9 to 12

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