For the first time in decades this prestigious incomparable estate is available. The elegance and phenomenally comfortable scale and feel of the house and grounds can not be overstated. The property has been immaculately improved and diligently maintained. All the living area rooms and bedrooms overlook Penobscot Bay. It is impossible to describe this property without featuring the irresistible and grand west-facing porch. The private west-facing deep water dock, the island water taxi, private charter services, the municipal airport, or the Islesboro ferry provide options for access. The 4+ acres includes 800+ feet of shore frontage, a beach, heated in-ground pool, carriage house with 1 bedroom year round apartment, greenhouse, cultivated gardens, landscaping, 3 car garage, robust and blazing fast internet, and countless features and amenities. 738 Pendleton Point Road, 2 acres and the location of the private well and is included in this offering. A right of first refusal may be available to negotiate for Cove Cottage also at 188 Aldrich Road. This is a year round 3 bedroom 2 bath house with 2000 sq feet living area and includes the finest finishes and details; on 2.5 acres with tidal frontage.
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$7,500,000
188 Aldrich Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
15beds
13,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
4.3 Acres Lot
$7,656,300 Zestimate®
$568/sqft
$2,451 Estimated rent
Home value
$7,656,300
Estimated sales range
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 15, 2025 at 06:44am
Listed by:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1569095
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 15
- Bathrooms: 17
- Full bathrooms: 16
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Bedroom 6
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Library
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 9
Interior area
- Total structure area: 13,200
- Total interior livable area: 13,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 13,200
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Gravel, 21+ Spaces, Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Scenic
- Body of water: Penobscot Bay
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 880,Waterfrontage Owned: 880
Lot
- Size: 4.30 Acres
- Features: Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Landscaped
Details
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire System, Security System
Location
- Region: Islesboro
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $7,500,000-11.8%$568/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Pending sale | $8,500,000$644/sqft |
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| 2/21/2025 | Contingent | $8,500,000$644/sqft |
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| 8/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $8,500,000$644/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1569095 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: 04848
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Islesboro Central SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 1.2 mi
- Maine
- Waldo County
- Islesboro
- 04848
- 188 Aldrich Road