Nestled on over 19 private acres in Orland, this peaceful property offers a unique mix of comfort, potential, and natural beauty. Bordered by a quiet cemetery on one side and a scenic blueberry field on the other, the setting is serene and secluded. The land stretches all the way back to Gulch Brook, offering the potential for a private fishing spot with a bit of trail clearing.
The 1-bedroom home is thoughtfully designed for single-floor living and is kept cool in the summer with energy-efficient heat pumps. A large barn provides ample storage, while a second structure—already on its own foundation, with a furnace and connected to the well—offers exciting possibilities as a guest house or rental with the addition of septic.
A charming tree house on the property adds to the appeal, ready to be revived for seasonal enjoyment. Directly across the road, Balsam Cove Campground on Toddy Pond makes for easy summer escapes, and the location offers convenient access to Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, and Bangor.
Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat, a flexible living setup, or space to expand your vision, this unique property is worth a closer look.
Closed
$352,000
279 Back Ridge Road Road, Orland, ME 04472
1beds
2,100sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
19.4 Acres Lot
$352,100 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$1,575 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 11, 2025 at 01:59pm
Listed by:
Real Broker brandonhowlandrealtor@gmail.com
Bought with:
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1626212

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Wood Stove, Radiant, Hot Water, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Features
- 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Interior,Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,100
- Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,400
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Parking features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Body of water: Gulch Brook
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 300,Waterfrontage Owned: 300
Lot
- Size: 19.40 Acres
- Features: Well Landscaped, Open Lot, Wooded, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Barn(s)
- Parcel number: ORLAM002L049
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water: Well, Private
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orland
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved