Perched above the shores of Harpswell Sound, 37 Thorburn Cottage Road is the kind of coastal Maine retreat that has quietly grown more rare with time. Rustic, authentic, and wonderfully untouched, this quintessential cottage captures one of Harpswell's finest views -- sweeping south down the Sound and outward to the open Atlantic beyond. From sunrise coffee to evenings washed in salt air and ocean light, the setting is simply unforgettable.
The grounds are thoughtfully manicured without feeling formal, blending naturally into the surrounding landscape and shoreline. A highly desirable association dock and float system offers easy access for boating, kayaking, swimming, or simply enjoying life on the water. Whether heading out to fish, explore the islands, or watch the tide roll through the cove, the waterfront lifestyle here feels timeless and deeply rooted in Maine tradition.
Located in the heart of Harpswell, this special property is surrounded by endless recreational opportunities including hiking trails, protected coves, beaches, marinas, and some of Midcoast Maine's most scenic waters. Despite its peaceful and tucked-away feel, the cottage remains convenient to downtown Brunswick, Bowdoin College, and an easy drive to Portland and the Portland Jetport.
A rare Harpswell beauty -- genuine, unspoiled, and rich with the character of the Maine coast.
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$649,000
Harpswell, ME 04079
3beds
985sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$659/sqft
$150/mo HOA
What's special
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Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1662678
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Dining Area
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Heating
- Direct Vent Heater
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Shower
- Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 985
- Total interior livable area: 985 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 985
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields, Scenic
- Body of water: Harpswell Sound
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 800,Waterfrontage Owned: 800,Waterfrontage Shared: 800
Lot
- Size: 4,791.6 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Open Lot, Pasture, Right of Way
Details
- Zoning: single fam
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water: Private, Public, Seasonal
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Thorburn Homeowners/Thorburn Common Dock Assoc.
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,800 annually
Location
- Region: Harpswell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $659/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,856
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,000$659/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1662678 Report a problem | ||
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04079
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Harpswell Community SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4.5 mi
- 6/10Mt Ararat Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.8 mi
- 4/10Mt Ararat High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.4 mi
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