This extraordinary century home, built in a lighthouse-inspired architectural style, is set on a sprawling 21+ acre estate along Sebec Lake in quiet Bowerbank (just outside Dover Foxcroft, ME). With both a house on private Phoebe Island—connected to shore by a dock walkway—and a furnished shoreline home, the property exudes historical significance as one of Maine’s most versatile waterfront compounds. Recent renovations include three new cabins, two garages, and multiple storage buildings. Zoned for up to 17 dwellings, it offers private ponds, woodland trails, and abundant wildlife, making it ideal as a retreat or rental community. Listed for $1,350,000, this legacy estate boasts sunrise lake views, full boating amenities, and over 4 parcels of subdividable land, though total square footage is not specified.
Private Island View
A secluded house sits on a small, rocky island surrounded by calm, blue lake waters. The residence is partially hidden by tall trees growing on the island, blending seamlessly with the natural environment. A simple wooden dock juts out into the lake, providing access to the property. The house features a light exterior with a steep roof and large windows that offer wide views of the surrounding water. The landscape is tranquil, featuring rich greenery and distant forested shoreline under a bright sky dotted with fluffy clouds, highlighting the peaceful and remote atmosphere of this unique property.
Island Exterior
A small, charming white house sits on a rocky, tree-covered island surrounded by calm lake water. The home features classic shingle siding with a simple, gable roof, and large windows facing the water. A screened-in porch on one side offers a peaceful spot for relaxation. The lush greenery and mature trees embrace the structure, creating a secluded, natural retreat. The nearby shoreline with grass and tall trees is visible across the water, emphasizing the home’s unique, private location. The overall aesthetic is serene and rustic, embodying lakeside tranquility with a touch of New England cottage charm.
Front Porch Retreat
A cozy wooden porch extends from a charming red cottage, nestled in a green, wooded area. The house exterior features vertical red-painted planks with classic white trim and a gabled roof. Two simple wooden chairs and a small table create an inviting sitting area under the covered porch, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the natural surroundings. Wide steps lead up to the porch, with rough stones and gravel at the base. Large windows line the side of the house, offering ample light and views of the open grassy meadow and dense trees that wrap around this peaceful rural setting.
Bedroom Interior
A cozy bedroom with natural wood-paneled walls and ceiling, creating a warm and rustic atmosphere. The room features a centrally placed bed with a white quilt and a colorful blue and yellow blanket. On either side, matching wooden dressers and chairs provide functionality and symmetry. Four windows with checked curtains allow natural light to softly diffuse into the space. A ceiling fan with lights hangs from the middle of the room. The flooring is a deep, rich wood, adding contrast. A pair of wicker baskets and a simple writing desk add practical touches without cluttering the peaceful ambiance.
Bedroom Interior
A cozy, cabin-style bedroom with natural wood paneling covering the walls and ceiling, creating a warm and rustic ambiance. The space features a double bed dressed in white and colorful quilted bedding, set against the far wall below three small, checkered-curtain windows. A ceiling fan with lights hangs overhead, emphasizing the arched wooden ceiling. A dark rocking chair sits beside the bed. To the left, a compact refrigerator and a teal blue door add functional and color contrast. Large red curtains frame a window, and the dark wood floor complements the overall natural, inviting aesthetic.
Kitchen Sink View
A spacious kitchen countertop crafted from polished wood runs beneath four large windows with natural wood trim. The windows are fitted with white horizontal blinds, letting in soft natural light and offering a view of green trees and a red barn in the distance. The stainless steel sink, centered below the windows, features a tall, modern faucet. On the left are wooden cabinets and a toaster; on the right are stacked mixing bowls, a bowl of fruit, and tea canisters in muted tones. The color palette combines pale woods and subtle accent colors, creating a warm and inviting farmhouse atmosphere.
Laundry Room Sink
A compact laundry room is styled with a clean, simple aesthetic featuring natural wooden doors and trim that add warmth to the white walls. A glossy white countertop with an inset sink sits beneath a rectangular wall mirror. A decorative ceramic bowl containing towels rests near the faucet, introducing a touch of vintage charm. Across the room, a window with white blinds brings diffused light, complementing the neutral palette. Side-by-side white washer and dryer units are tucked against the far wall, and a woven basket and cardboard box add subtle, functional accents to the tidy space.
Kitchen and Dining Area
Long, narrow open-concept kitchen and dining area featuring warm oak floors and light natural wood cabinetry. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator and a stove, and a broad wooden counter with practical storage. A set of large windows with half-drawn blinds lines one side, bathing the space in natural light. On the opposite side, sliding glass doors with beige curtains open to greenery outside. A simple black dining set sits near the window, complementing the rustic but clean design. The ceiling above is white, with a sleek modern fan and a central light fixture.
Kitchen and Dining
A long, bright kitchen and dining area with an open layout and abundant natural light streaming in from a series of tall rectangular windows above the counters. The cabinetry and floor are finished in warm, mid-tone wood that adds a cozy, rustic touch, complemented by black dining chairs and a wooden table near the end of the room. Sleek appliances, like a dishwasher, blend with the classic look. A ceiling fan and neutral wall colors provide a fresh, airy feel, while the green-trimmed back door and simple globe light fixtures add a subtle vintage charm to the overall space.
Kitchen Cabinets
Warm natural wood cabinetry fills the room, complemented by matching wood-paneled walls and trim, giving a rustic yet clean aesthetic. Multiple evenly spaced windows above the sink allow abundant natural light, brightening the space and highlighting the grain and color of the wood. Stainless steel appliances, including a stove and dishwasher, contrast subtly against the wood tones. The countertops hold small kitchen appliances, pottery, and a cutting board with bread and fruit, while a green dish towel adds a pop of color. The overall atmosphere is cozy, functional, and inviting, with a seamless blend of modern and traditional elements.
Screened Porch Exterior
A rustic cabin with reddish-brown wooden siding sits surrounded by lush green forest. The house features a prominent, elongated screened-in porch on one side, framed with crisp white trim and delicate latticework along the porch’s foundation. Large windows line the porch, allowing ample natural light while protecting from insects. The roof has a steep pitch and is shingled in a muted tan shade. To the left, a smaller covered porch provides a cozy spot furnished with two wooden chairs, creating a welcoming outdoor seating area. The setting suggests a tranquil and inviting retreat in nature.
Screened Porch Seating
A cozy screened-in porch features wooden plank flooring and dark red-brown wood walls that blend rustic charm with modern touches. Ample windows with white trim flood the space with natural light and frame lush green outdoor views. A round white pedestal table, accompanied by three white modern chairs and a small decorative side table, encourages relaxation and conversation. Simple furnishing keeps the area airy and uncluttered, while the contrast between wood tones and white accents creates a refreshing and inviting aesthetic ideal for enjoying nature in comfort and style.
Loft Sleeping Area
A cozy cabin interior featuring extensive use of honey-toned wood on the floor, walls, and vaulted ceiling. The room includes a prominent sleeping nook bathed in natural light from two windows, with a floral bedspread visible on a low bed. A steep wooden ladder leads up to an open loft with guard rails, offering an additional sleeping or storage area. A small round dining table with black chairs sits in the foreground, while simple cabinetry and a wall clock add functionality. The ambiance is warm, rustic, and inviting, embodying a traditional cabin aesthetic with practical, space-saving design.
Kitchen and Loft
Warm wooden paneling covers the walls, ceiling, and cabinetry of this cozy kitchen, creating a rustic log cabin ambiance. The kitchen features light wood cabinets, a white stove with a matching range hood, and various small appliances on the countertops. Overhead, a wooden loft with railing is accessed by a central ladder, adding vertical interest and space efficiency. Striking thick-striped navy and white curtains provide privacy or delineate space beneath the loft. The furniture includes a dark round table and wooden stools or chairs, enhancing the homey, handcrafted aesthetic. Natural light filters in from windows and a glass door.
Kitchen and Loft
A cozy kitchen area showcases light wood walls, cabinets, and ceiling that give a warm, rustic cabin feel. A round wooden dining table with chairs sits in the center beneath windows that bring in natural light and highlight leafy green views outside. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, and various small appliances on the countertops. Two wooden ladders provide access to lofted spaces above, separated by a railing. A bold black and white striped curtain conceals a small nook or closet. The overall color palette consists of honeyed wood tones, creating an inviting, natural ambiance.
Cabin Exteriors
Several small, single-story cabins painted a vivid red with white-framed windows and doors are arranged on a gravel clearing surrounded by lush greenery. The main cabin in the foreground features three large, paneled glass doors facing the open space, adding symmetry to the otherwise simple, rectangular structure. A second similar cabin sits to the right, and a third is set apart further back in the clearing. The roofs are shingled in a muted brown, complementing the bold red walls. The property is bordered by tall trees and dense forest, providing a strong sense of privacy and natural seclusion.
Driveway Entrance
A gravel driveway leads up to a bright red, single-story house with a rectangular layout and a green front door balanced by four white-trimmed square windows. The home is surrounded by lush greenery with dense pines and shrubs, evoking an inviting rural atmosphere. On the left, a wooden post holds a smiley face sign and a green address number, adding a quirky, welcoming touch. Two white buckets mark the entrance, and large stones dot the landscape by the left and right, seamlessly blending with the natural environment under a clear, lightly clouded sky.
Lakeside Dock
A rustic lakeside dock area is framed by leafy trees and greenery, creating a tranquil, natural setting. A weathered wooden dock juts out into the water, with a small boat pulled up on the shore to the right, its blue paint faded by time. The lake stretches out, reflecting the soft blue sky and wispy clouds above. Across the water, a quaint structure surrounded by trees sits on the edge of a small wooded island, while dense forest lines the distant shore, all evoking a peaceful, secluded retreat perfect for quiet moments or enjoying the outdoors.
Dining Nook
A cozy space featuring wood-paneled walls and ceiling with a warm honey-colored finish. Large, bright windows provide ample natural light and views of a lake or river, creating a tranquil ambiance. In the foreground sits a wooden sofa adorned with a vintage-patterned cover, while a traditional wooden dining table with spindle-back chairs occupies the back area near the windows. Classic furniture pieces, such as a green corner hutch and an armoire, add historical charm. Polished wood floors reflect the light, enhancing the rustic yet inviting atmosphere, and a round mirror hangs by the entrance for an added touch of detail.
Dining and Living Area
Warm wood paneling covers the walls and ceiling, creating a cozy rustic cabin ambiance. The space opens into a dining area with a sturdy wooden table surrounded by spindle-back chairs, topped with table lamps and decorative candlesticks. Adjacent, a sitting area hosts a patterned sofa in front of a large window that lets in natural light. In the corner, a wooden staircase ascends to an upper level, contributing to the home’s traditional character. Accents like a vintage saw above the entry, quaint shelves, and antique-style lamps add historic charm to this inviting, multifunctional space.
Bedroom Loft
This cozy bedroom space features two queen beds with decorative black wrought iron headboards and neutral-colored bedspreads. The entire room, including walls and ceiling, is finished in warm, honey-toned wood planks, giving a rustic and inviting cabin ambiance. A small window lets in natural light on the left, dressed simply with blinds. Between the beds, there’s a narrow wooden nightstand holding a round lamp and a framed oval mirror above it. The overall feel is both simple and nostalgic, evoking the comfort of a historic American log cabin retreat.
Outbuildings View
A trio of vibrant red outbuildings sits on a gentle rise, surrounded by lush green grass and wildflowers with a dense forest backdrop. The buildings exhibit charming symmetry with pitched roofs, white-trim paned windows lining the front, and rustic barn-style architecture. The landscape features rocky patches and tall, untrimmed grass, contributing to a bucolic, rural atmosphere. The bright red facades contrast strikingly with the surrounding natural greens and muted gray sky, evoking a welcoming, old-fashioned Americana aesthetic. Paths of gravel and brush lead up to the buildings, emphasizing their unity with the natural landscape.
Unfinished Hallway
A long, narrow space framed entirely in exposed wood studs, with unfinished plywood flooring and a high, pitched ceiling featuring visible beams and electrical wiring. Both sides of the hallway have evenly spaced rectangular windows that bring in natural light, contrasting with the raw warmth of the wood. At the end of the space stands a black door with glass panes, next to a mounted electrical panel. The unfinished walls and visible utilities evoke a sense of construction in progress, highlighting the building’s structure before drywall, paint, and finishing details are added.
Outdoor Shower
A compact, standalone structure sits amid a wooded landscape with tall green trees and thick underbrush. The building features deep red sides contrasted with a wide green panel on the front, outlined by cream trim. Attached to the green side are exposed outdoor plumbing fixtures, clearly intended for shower use. A simple wooden frame supports a blue curtain that provides privacy for the shower area. The ground around the structure is uneven, covered with wild grass, gravel, and patches of sunlight filtered through the dense foliage, giving the spot a rustic, back-to-nature ambiance.
Backyard Meadow
A grassy, winding path leads from the foreground toward a natural, open meadow bordered by dense green trees. At the back edge of the clearing, partially hidden by foliage, stands a small rustic shed with a yellow-orange exterior and a simple windowed structure—possibly a chicken coop or storage area—set slightly apart. Wild grass dominates the scene, interspersed with delicate wildflowers and encroaching greenery, creating a sense of peaceful isolation and harmony with the surrounding woodland. The scene is bathed in natural sunlight, giving the area a bright, inviting, and secluded atmosphere reflective of rural, historic properties.
Front Approach
A gravel driveway winds gently uphill toward two boldly painted red buildings, standing out against a backdrop of lush greenery and tall trees. The structures are simple in shape with gabled roofs and multiple windows, exuding a rural, cottage-like charm. Wild grass and shrubs line the drive and foreground, providing a natural, slightly untamed border. The landscaping is informal, blending seamlessly into the surrounding woods. The sky is bright with scattered clouds, casting soft light on the vivid red exteriors, emphasizing the rustic and inviting presence of the home within its natural setting.
Outbuildings and Garage
Three vibrant red outbuildings stand on a gravel clearing surrounded by dense trees and greenery. The central structure is a single-car garage with a large white door and small rectangular windows lining the top, while the building to the right features several windows and a green-trimmed white door. The third building is partially visible on the left, also boasting a red exterior and white window frames. The color scheme is bold: bright red exteriors, crisp white trim, and understated black roof tiles, conveying a classic rustic American farmstead aesthetic. The natural landscape provides a serene rural backdrop to the outbuildings.
Listing Agent: Property Owner of The Maine Real Estate Experience via Zillow
