“Maine 04683”, way more than a zip code, is still the peaceful hamlet of Sunset, which has grown a bit from a late 19th century enclave of summer pioneers, who found the mid-westerly coast of Deer Isle irresistible, especially at sundown. And so it remains, its residents never more than a few minutes from the little post office, nearby harbors, golf and tennis, the island museum and heritage center, and the well-stocked stores and pharmacy at Burnt Cove.

Downeast Maine does not lack for splendid waterfront summer homes, some of which can provide ‘three season’ accommodation, but it is unusual to find a contemporary year-round residence, designed and constructed to a high standard , which will keep a family warm and comfortable in the dark season.  Still rarer, and probably unique, is such a home that is also the center piece of a generous (4.5 acre) and well landscaped property that can function as ‘micro-farm’, with an orchard, soft fruit plantings, a large organic vegetable garden and service buildings to support the above.  “High Cliff” is such a property.  A further attraction to a purchaser may be the availability of an adjoining lot with seasonal doc, which could easily accommodate a boat house and / or a guest cottage

 

This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is being offered at $1,950,000.

An additional (adjoining) 1.1 acre parcel with dock may also be available to buyer.