Tucked away on Mt. Dimmock in Maine's western mountains, this private off-grid retreat offers the perfect opportunity to unplug, recharge, and create your own mountain escape. The charming one-room cabin makes the most of its efficient design, with a cozy woodstove, a hipped roof, and mountain views that could be further enhanced with selective clearing. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch, surrounded by the quiet of the woods, or unwind in the one-of-a-kind round stone sauna featuring a moss-covered green roof. Cedar shake accents and matching outbuildings add to the property's rustic appeal, creating a getaway that embraces the simplicity of off-grid living. For those who love the outdoors, adventure is always close at hand. Explore nearby hiking trails, head out for a day of backcountry skiing, or hop on a snowmobile with access to ITS 82 nearby. Rumford White Cap Mountain Preserve is only a few miles away, while Sunday River, Mt. Abram, and Black Mountain of Maine are all within approximately a 25-minute drive. Howard Pond, Davis Pond, and Horseshoe Pond are also within 10 miles, offering even more opportunities to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Whether you envision a secluded weekend getaway, a basecamp for four-season recreation, or a place to embrace a simpler lifestyle, this unique property offers a chance to make the mountains your own. Plan your visits around the seasons, as the private road is generally accessible by vehicle during the summer and fall but has not historically been plowed in winter. During the winter months, the cabin is reached by skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, or snowmobile, with a distance of approximately 0.3 miles from the bottom of Rugged Lane. If privacy, outdoor adventure, and a true off-grid experience are what you're looking for, this Mt. Dimmock retreat is ready for its next owner.
Pending
$109,900
479 Rugged Lane, Rumford, ME 04276
--beds
--baths
245sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
5.73 Acres Lot
$108,200 Zestimate®
$449/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mountain viewsOne-of-a-kind round stone saunaCozy woodstoveMoss-covered green roofCovered front porchHipped roofMatching outbuildings
- 20 days
- 568
- 69
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Maine Source Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1685398
Facts & features
Interior
Great room
- Level: First
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 245
- Total interior livable area: 245 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 245
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Scenic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 5.73 Acres
- Features: Near Town, Rural, Rolling Slope, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outhouse/Privy, Shed(s)
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Electric
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water: None
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Rumford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $449/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $893
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt
Estimated market value
$108,200
$103,000 - $114,000
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2026 | Pending sale | $109,900$449/sqft |
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| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $109,900+24.2%$449/sqft |
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| 4/10/2023 | Sold | $88,500+4.1%$361/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Pending sale | $85,000$347/sqft |
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| 3/15/2023 | Contingent | $85,000$347/sqft |
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| 3/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $85,000$347/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
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