17 High Street,Vinalhaven, ME 04863
Vinalhaven, ME 04863
Description
Standing on a hill with charming views toward the village, this large, gracious home is an example of the craftsmanship and simplicity of a bygone era. Built in 1860 by Captain John Smith, an early Vinalhaven settler and landowner, for his daughter upon her marriage, it has been restored in keeping with the Victorian standards of its time, with only modest adjustments in the kitchen and breakfast room. The two-story attached outhouse has been retained and the upper one serves its original purpose, with a clawfooted tub and sink. In addition to that full bath on the second floor, there is another one there and a powder room on the first floor. The former summer kitchen now serves as a modern laundry and dishwashing center, while the grand Glenwood cast-iron stove reigns over the adjacent kitchen and provides crackling warmth on chilly autumn mornings. This home has original floors, walls and woodwork, as well as a formal front hall with elegant staircase. A first-floor bedroom offers single-level living, the second floor has four bedrooms and a private den with ocean views, with two additional bedrooms on the third floor. The house has been lovingly maintained, with recent exterior painting, replacement of slates and pins on the original slate roof, updating of electrical systems, and chimney liners. A new electric hybrid water heater was installed in 2024. The seven bedrooms and living areas have been regularly painted, and retractable storm windows and screens installed. A short walk into town with all the amenities it provides, this is a home that will delight in all seasons
Details
| MLS # | 1662376 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1860 |
| Days On Site | 183 |
| Listing Provided By | RE/MAX JARET & COHN | Lorraine Walker |
Features
| Bed(s) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,600 |
| Basement | Y |
| Zoning | RES/Marine |
| Acreage | 0.16 |
| Water Front | Carvers Harbor |
| Property View | Scenic |
Interior
| Interior Features | 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplaces Total | 0 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | No |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
| Rooms Total | 12 |
| Amenities Co Amenities | 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Main Level |
Exterior
| Roof | Shingle, Slate |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Granite |
| Lot Features | Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Landscaped |
| Waterfront Features | Nearby, Public |
| View | Scenic |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Wood Siding |
| Patio And Porch Features | Porch |
Parking
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Off Street |
Utilities
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 2935 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 2632 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Lot | 035 |
| Tax Map Number | 022 |
Area Information
| State | ME |
|---|---|
| County | Knox |
| City | Vinalhaven |
| Zip Code | 04863 |
| Area | Knox |
| Listing VS Median (in 04863) | |
Price: $679,000 low | high Med: $634,500 sqft: 2,600 low | high Med: 2,043 $ / sqft: $261 low | high Med: $323 On site: 183 low | high Med: 131.5 | |
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| State | ME |
|---|---|
| County | Knox |
| City | Vinalhaven |
| Zip Code | 04863 |
| Area | Knox |
| Listing VS Median (in 04863) | |
Price: $679,000 low | high Med: $634,500 sqft: 2,600 low | high Med: 2,043 $ / sqft: $261 low | high Med: $323 On site: 183 low | high Med: 131.5 | |