Mount Desert
$2,100,000
20 Giant Slide Road
mls: 1623354
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Year Built: 1983
Sq Footage: 3,895
Lot Size: 11
Taxes: $8,590
Status: Active

Experience the ultimate Mount Desert Island retreat at 'Giant Slide Repose' a sophisticated 3,859+/- square foot year-round sanctuary nestled on 11+/- pristine acres that directly abut Acadia National Park, with 7+/- acres held in conservation with the park.

Listed by: The Knowles Company
contact 207 276-3322

Experience the ultimate Mount Desert Island retreat at 'Giant Slide Repose' a sophisticated 3,859+/- square foot year-round sanctuary nestled on 11+/- pristine acres that directly abut Acadia National Park, with 7+/- acres held in conservation with the park. Built in 1984, this exceptional residence offers a rare blend of privacy and luxury, surrounded by a haven of granite outcroppings, wild blueberry bushes, and mature plantings. The heart of the home features a completely redesigned, open-concept chef's kitchen equipped with high-end appliances that flows seamlessly into the dining and living area, creating a magnificent space for gathering. With four bedrooms and three and a half baths, the layout is both spacious and versatile, including one bedroom with an adjoining study or studio and a separate guest suite with its own private entrance to accommodate visitors in comfort. Whether you are relaxing in the sunroom, the gazebo, or on the front deck, the property is designed for wildlife observation and quiet reflection - offering a variety of vantage points to take in the island's natural splendor. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the unparalleled convenience of joining the Giant Slide Trail directly from the property for forest walks through the National Park. As night falls, you can retreat to the elevated star-gazing platform to witness a kaleidoscopic view of the universe in the clear Maine sky or sit by a fire and listen to the rhythmic sounds of the forest. Practicality meets passion with extensive storage and workspace, including a direct-entry two-car garage and a fabulous, oversized three-bay detached barn and workshop that offers a multitude of uses for the hobbyist or artisan. This estate is also remarkably close to the most sought-after destinations on the island. Giant Slide represents a rare opportunity to own a legacy property that perfectly balances peace and tranquility with immediate access to the very best of Acadia.

Listed by: The Knowles Company

Above Grade Finished Area
3895.00
Accessibility Features
Appliances
Architectural Style
Contemporary, Cottage, Farmhouse, Other
Basement
Exterior Entry, Interior Entry
Bathrooms Full
3
Bathrooms Half
1
Bathrooms Total Integer
4
Bedrooms Total
4
Below Grade Finished Area
0.00
Body Type
Building Area Total
3895.00
Construction Materials
Cooling
Heat Pump
Cooling Yes/No
1
Electric
On Site, Circuit Breakers
Exterior Features
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Foundation Details
Garage Spaces
2.00
Garage Yes/No
1
Green Energy Efficient
Heating
Baseboard, Heat Pump, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove
Heating Yes/No
1
Interior Features
Laundry Features
Lot Features
Lot Size Acres
11.0000
Other Equipment
Other Structures
Outbuilding
Parking Features
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio, Porch, Porch-Screened
Pets Allowed
Property Condition
Roof
Composition, Pitched, Shingle
Sewer
Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
Tax Annual Amount
8590.00
Utilities
Utilities On
Water Source
Private, Well
Year Built
1983
Zoning
RW2