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$6,200,000

8 Wheelwright Way, Mount Desert, ME 04660

6beds

4,597sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1938

2.25 Acres Lot

$6,346,900 Zestimate^®

$1,349/sqft

$-- Estimated rent

Home value

$6,346,900

Estimated sales range

Not available

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What's special

Cobblestone beachFormal floor planDeeded shared dockAbsolute privacyWaterfront offeringBold rock pointUnobstructed water views

Crow's Nest: An exceptionally rare waterfront offering. This 1938 shingle-style 6-bedroom, 5-bath cottage was masterfully designed, built, and positioned at the water's edge to offer unparalleled water views. Strategically located on a cobblestone beach and bold rock point, this 2.2 acre property offers absolute privacy with over 365' of shorefront. The formal floor plan was specifically designed to interact with the surrounding natural world. With over 4,500 sq. ft. of living space positioned just a few feet from the shore, Crow's Nest stands alone in its proximity to the water. The original owners ensured that the lapping ocean waters could be heard from nearly every bedroom. This historic cottage offers unobstructed water views of the Eastern Way, Bear Island, and the Western Way. A detached 2-car garage, mooring, and deeded, shared dock are also included.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Level: Second

Bedroom 5

Level: Second

Bedroom 6

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Great room

Features: Built-in Features, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wood Burning Fireplace
Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Other

Level: First

Other

Level: First

Other

Level: First

Other

Level: First

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Attic, Bathtub, Elevator, Pantry, Storage
Flooring: Other, Wood
Basement: Interior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 2

Interior area

Total structure area: 4,597
Total interior livable area: 4,597 sqft
Finished area above ground: 4,597
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, Detached
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
On waterfront: Yes
Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 365,Waterfrontage Owned: 365

Lot

Size: 2.25 Acres
Features: Near Golf Course, Near Town, Level, Open Lot, Wooded

Details

Parcel number: MTDSM003L041
Zoning: SR2
Other equipment: Internet Access Available

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Shingle
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
Foundation: Slab, Granite
Roof: Other,Shingle,Wood

Condition

Year built: 1938

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private, Well

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Mount Desert

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,349/sqft
Tax assessed value: $5,795,200
Annual tax amount: $55,008
Date on market: 8/15/2025

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/15/2025	Sold	$6,200,000$1,349/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1634483 Report a problem
9/15/2025	Pending sale	$6,200,000$1,349/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1634483 Report a problem
8/26/2025	Contingent	$6,200,000$1,349/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1634483 Report a problem
8/15/2025	Listed for sale	$6,200,000+5.1%$1,349/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1634483 Report a problem
10/1/2021	Sold	$5,900,000-11.9%$1,283/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1500362 Report a problem
7/26/2021	Pending sale	$6,700,000$1,457/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1500362 Report a problem
7/13/2021	Listed for sale	$6,700,000$1,457/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1500362 Report a problem
7/13/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Maine Listings #1463432 Report a problem
10/9/2020	Price change	$6,700,000-9.5%$1,457/sqft
Source: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty #1463432 Report a problem
8/6/2020	Listed for sale	$7,400,000$1,610/sqft
Source: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty #1463432 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$53,895 +13.7%	$5,795,200 +6.6%
2023	$47,405 +8.5%	$5,436,300
2022	$43,708 +35.3%	$5,436,300 +38.8%
2021	$32,316 +3.4%	$3,917,100 +0.1%
2020	$31,241 +0.4%	$3,914,900
2019	$31,123 +3.7%	$3,914,900
2018	$30,027 +3.4%	$3,914,900
2017	$29,049 +2.1%	$3,914,900
2016	$28,461 +2.2%	$3,914,900
2015	$27,835 +4.9%	$3,914,900
2013	$26,543 +9.7%	$3,914,900
2012	$24,194 +5.6%	$3,914,900 -0.4%
2010	$22,905 -0.3%	$3,928,900
2009	$22,984 +10.1%	$3,928,900 +7.3%
2008	$20,872	$3,661,800