1197 Bay Rd, Brooklin, ME 04616

Majestic of Mount Desert Narrows — 1197 Bay Road, Brooklin, Maine Set along one of Brooklin's most coveted stretches of coastline on Blue Hill Bay, this extraordinary four-bedroom, three-full-bath waterfront estate was built in 1998 to a standard rarely seen in coastal construction. Designed by a well-known architect, the home boasts the highest attention to structural integrity and energy efficiency, engineered to withstand any Nor'easter that rolls in off the Atlantic. Inside, rich hardwood flooring with radiant heating runs throughout the main level, backed by a high-efficiency furnace system for year-round comfort. Anderson window systems — including sliding doors — capture the property's coveted south-southeast exposure, filling every principal room with natural light and sweeping open-water views. Custom craftsman woodwork frames each doorway and baseboard, while the home's signature wall-to-ceiling disappearing edges create a seamless connection between indoors and out that's rarely achieved in today's builds. Every bedroom enjoys its own incredible view of the open water, and a scenic sitting area with bay views changes character day to day, with Cadillac Mountain rising in the distance and lobstermen working their traps just 200 feet from your private oceanfront nook. A dream-worthy study library rounds out the home's most contemplative space, with views that have to be seen to be believed. A finished two-car garage offers space for your toys and comfort through the winter months, and a newly paved driveway leads to your private hideaway. The wooded grounds supply your own firewood for cozy nights by the fireplace, whether in the living room or the game room, while the wide-open deck puts you in the middle of a living coastal ecosystem — white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and river otters are frequent visitors, with the occasional porcupine or skunk keeping a respectful distance. Your own private beach offers direct deep-water access to some of the region's richest fishing and most productive lobster grounds. A walkout basement offers room to expand — a home theater, a wine cellar, or both. Topped off with a brand-new roof, this is a legacy-caliber property, ideal as a year-round residence, executive retreat, or family estate for generations to come. Located in Hancock County, Maine — near Blue Hill (~8 mi), Ellsworth (~22 mi), with year-round road access and convenient proximity to Hancock County–Bar Harbor and Bangor International airports.