Harpswell, ME 04079 (MLS # 1662678)

Price $649,000
Status Active
Beds 3
Baths 2 Baths
Home size 985 sqft
Lot Size 4,792 sqft
Perched above the shores of Harpswell Sound, 37 Thorburn Cottage Road is the kind of coastal Maine retreat that has quietly grown more rare with time. Rustic, authentic, and wonderfully untouched, this quintessential cottage captures one of Harpswell's finest views -- sweeping south down the Sound and outward to the open Atlantic beyond. From sunrise coffee to evenings washed in salt air and ocean light, the setting is simply unforgettable. The grounds are thoughtfully manicured without feeling formal, blending naturally into the surrounding landscape and shoreline. A highly desirable association dock and float system offers easy access for boating, kayaking, swimming, or simply enjoying life on the water. Whether heading out to fish, explore the islands, or watch the tide roll through the cove, the waterfront lifestyle here feels timeless and deeply rooted in Maine tradition. Located in the heart of Harpswell, this special property is surrounded by endless recreational opportunities including hiking trails, protected coves, beaches, marinas, and some of Midcoast Maine's most scenic waters. Despite its peaceful and tucked-away feel, the cottage remains convenient to downtown Brunswick, Bowdoin College, and an easy drive to Portland and the Portland Jetport. A rare Harpswell beauty -- genuine, unspoiled, and rich with the character of the Maine coast.
Property Type(s): Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op
Last Updated 5/21/2026 Tract Thorburn Homeowners/Thorburn Common Dock Assoc.
Year Built 1920 Community Thorburn Homeowners/Thorburn Common Dock Assoc.
County Cumberland

Additional Details

AIR None
APPLIANCES Electric Range, Refrigerator
BASEMENT None
CONSTRUCTION Clapboard, Frame, Vinyl Siding
FIREPLACE Yes
HEAT Propane, Wood
HOA DUES 1800
LOT 4792 sq ft
LOT DESCRIPTION Level, Open Lot, Pasture, Waterfront
LOT DIMENSIONS 0.11
MLS STATUS Active
PARKING Gravel, On Site
SEWER Private Sewer
STYLE Bungalow, Cottage
SUBDIVISION Thorburn Homeowners/Thorburn Common Dock Assoc.
TAXES 1856
UTILITIES Propane
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Scenic, Water
WATER Private, Public
WATER ACCESS Harpswell Sound
WATERFRONT Yes
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION Ocean Front, Waterfront
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