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    579 Alford Lake Road, Hope, ME 04847

    4beds
    2,050sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1972
    7.14 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $427/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy gatheringsSun-filled catteryPeaceful lake frontageWood-beamed ceilingsPrivate trailsScenic acresUnfinished apartment
    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.
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    Listing updated: August 08, 2025 at 06:22am

    Listed by:

    Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1633452MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Above Garage, Closet, Half Bath, Skylight
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 1
    • Features: Closet
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Skylight
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Dining Area, Informal, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Features: Informal, Wood Burning Fireplace
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Radiant, Forced Air, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup
    Features
    • 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Storage
    • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
    • Basement: Full,Partial,Exterior Only,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,050
    • Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,050
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Carport, Inside Entrance, Off Street
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has carport: Yes
    Features
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
    • Body of water: Mansfield Pond
    • Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 300,Waterfrontage Owned: 300
    Lot
    • Size: 7.14 Acres
    • Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open Lot, Level, Abuts Conservation, Rural
    Details
    • Parcel number: HPPEM14L0240099
    • Zoning: Rural/Shoreland
    • Other equipment: Internet Access Available

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Stone, Granite, Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1972

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
    • Water: Private

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Air Radon Mitigation System
    Location
    • Region: Hope

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $427/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $216,000
    • Annual tax amount: $8,990
    • Date on market: 8/7/2025
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