luxury seaside house for sale Vinalhaven, United States

East Bay is an exceptional coastal estate offering the perfect blend of a private summer retreat and a tranquil year-round residence. Set on more than five secluded acres with 430 feet of pristine, accessible waterfront, the property enjoys an elevated position above the scenic shoreline, where beautifully curated gardens and mature landscaping frame sweeping views across Penobscot Bay and its islands.The residence unfolds along a gently sloping bluff, capturing spectacular water vistas from nearly every room and outdoor living space. Originally built as a post-and-beam home around 2000, East Bay has been thoughtfully transformed over time. Its current design, inspired by the timeless coastal architecture of Royal Barry Wills, combines classic New England character with understated sophistication.Designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the home offers a seamless balance of formal and informal spaces. Highlights include a first-floor primary suite with a private sitting room and office, multiple guest suites, inviting sitting rooms, a library, additional office spaces, a wine cellar, exercise room, updated mechanical systems, air conditioning, a generator, and a carport.The outdoor amenities are equally impressive. A heated swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna are perfectly positioned to maximize the breathtaking waterfront setting and views, while a custom-built staircase provides direct access to the property's private beach.Evoking the charm and grandeur of Islesboro's historic summer cottages, East Bay is a rare legacy property--an extraordinary expression of Maine's rugged coastal beauty, enduring craftsmanship, and timeless elegance.Explore the 3D tour and floor plans for a fully immersive experience of this remarkable estate.

Fantastic opportunity to be only the second owner of the magnificent custom built shingle style ocean front home in one of Rockport's most beautiful residential neighborhoods. Eastward on the Ocean features tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool, walking trails along 2,500 feet of shorefront, and shared access to the Manor House for private events. Entering the home, you're greeted by a stunning living room with soaring ceilings, a great wood burning fireplace, and a wall of glass overlooking Penobscot Bay. There is a large first floor primary bedroom suite, gorgeous wood paneled library / office with a second wood burning fireplace, formal dining area, an eat-in kitchen, and a family room with a gas fireplace. Upstairs you'll find three additional bedrooms each overlooking the water, two full bathrooms, as well as a comfortable family room, and a sitting room with potential to be a 5th bedroom or an upstairs office area. An attached two car garage, automatic standby generator, and beautiful landscaping complete this wonderful home.

Escape to the beauty and quiet of Matinicus Island. Situated more than 20 miles off the coast of Midcoast Maine, this private 20-acre oceanfront compound includes a year-round main house and a seasonal guest cottage, all set along 1,000 feet of bold shoreline. The main home, built in 1993, blends modern comforts with restored antique charm. A bright kitchen features honed slate countertops, an eat-in island, oak cabinetry, and tile flooring. A Crawford cookstove anchors the dining room with red oak wainscoting, while the back parlor showcases a wood-burning fireplace with its original mantel. The living room includes a built-in TV hutch and access to a formal entry highlighted by a curved ceiling and classic black-and-white tile flooring. The tongue-and-groove ceiling continues upstairs, where four bedrooms reflect thoughtful period details, including a primary bedroom with water views and a guest room with a boat-inspired daybed. A full bath with separate tub and shower, along with a half bath, complete the upper level. Oak flooring runs throughout much of the home. The seasonal guest cottage, completed in 2024, captures expansive ocean views from its oceanside deck. Inside, it features two bedrooms, two full baths, a full kitchen, dining area, living room, and a built-in daybed tucked beneath the stairs. An outdoor shower and rolling lawn lead to the dramatic shoreline and a firepit with sweeping northwestern ocean views, ideal for taking in unforgettable sunsets. Attached and freestanding barns, a garden shed, and a small pond complete this exceptional island retreat.

Where exceptional architecture meets the timeless beauty of the Maine coast, this custom contemporary oceanfront residence offers an expression of clean design, privacy, and place with an unforgettable connection to the sea. Completed in 2017, the home was thoughtfully conceived to create a seamless dialogue between its refined interiors, the surrounding landscape, and the ever-changing beauty of the Maine coast. Clean architectural lines, expansive walls of glass, and carefully proportioned living spaces define the residence, where understated elegance is balanced by comfort. Offering three bedrooms and three full baths, the home is designed for everyday living as well as gracious entertaining, with each space embracing natural light.Engineered for year-round efficiency, the residence features radiant floor heating, energy-efficient mechanical systems, on-demand hot water, air conditioning units and a water filtration system. An attached two-car garage integrates seamlessly into the home's architectural design, while thoughtful infrastructure reflects the quality and longevity of its construction.An Endless Pool provides an exceptional wellness amenity for year-round exercise and relaxation. Rising above the landscape, the observation tower offers a vantage point, capturing sweeping views across Eggemoggin Reach and the surrounding coastal landscape.The property's 5.25-acre setting affords a level of privacy, while 365 feet of waterfront establishes a lasting connection to one of the Blue Hill Peninsula's most celebrated waterways. Modern architecture and a coastal setting come together to create a residence of unique character, an elegant retreat designed for those who value privacy, thoughtful design, and the timeless beauty of Maine's shoreline.