Inside a Monhegan Island Masterpiece

Monhegan is an iconic Maine island 12 miles off the coast in the Atlantic Ocean, and a destination for artists, art lovers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. We’re taking a look inside this extraordinary home for sale on the island, with features including a wall of windows, a stunning floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and beautiful furnishings, all included in the rare offering.

To get to Monhegan Island, grab a seat on one of the ferries that depart from three different mainland harbors: Boothbay Harbor, New Harbor, and Port Clyde. Or you can take your own boat, of course.

The idyllic 1.97-acre property at 9 Sterling Cove Road includes a small pond that was once the historic ice pond for the community, a source of freshwater ice in the winter. The shingle-style seasonal cottage has the traditional coastal Maine shingle siding, but has been recently renovated by the current owner, including a new well and septic system, and it’s been added to the remote island’s electrical grid. The home has a great location right by the island’s charming postcard-worthy harbor. Walkable shops and restaurants include the iconic Barnacle Cafe at the harbor entrance, several art galleries, the waterfront Fish House restaurant and seafood market, and the seasonal Palette Creperie.

The stunning Great Room and living area opens to the deck and boasts a gorgeous wall of windows. We love the built-in bookshelves along the fireplace and the minimalist coastal decor with white shiplap walls and local art.

The simple and chic kitchen continues the white theme throughout and utilizes floating shelves, dark wood cabinets and bar stools, and an off-white tile backsplash that’s mirrored on the central island with a waterfall-edge countertop. We love the midcentury-modern dining area chairs and the cozy bench along the table.

The three bedrooms are cozy and simply furnished, but we’re sure you’ll be spending most of your time outdoors enjoying the wonders of Monhegan Island. We love the accordion-style doors that fold away on the primary bedroom threshold, allowing full views out of the Great Room windows. The home also includes two beautiful bathrooms.

9 Sterling Cove Road on Monhegan Island is offered at $1,395,000 and is represented by Brian Wickenden and Lewis Wheelwright of Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty.