Gather Around these Special Fireplaces | Maine Real Estate Blog

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It’s the time of year for gathering around the fire in Maine, and we’re highlighting special fireplaces around the state with unique designs and features. From a floating two-sided gas fireplace at a mountain estate to a mermaid-framed fireplace at a coastal home in Kennebunk, each of these fireplaces have its own warm charm. 402 Baker Hill Road, Freeman Township, Maine Offered at $5,800,000 Represented by Glenn Jonnson & Marika Clark Perhaps the most unique fireplace on our roundup, this floating gas fireplace divides the open-concept dining and living areas at this stunning estate. Known as Windledge Farm, this special equestrian compound in the Western Maine Mountains on 308 acres has breathtaking views of the surrounding Maine High Peaks. The 4,500 sq ft contemporary main house was designed by renowned architect Frank Robinson and is an homage to Frank Lloyd Wright. The handsome stable contains 8 stalls, a tack room, and more, plus a gorgeous guest house upstairs. Also includes a barn, paddocks, 7 acres of hay pasture, and miles of wonderful trails that access the far reaches of the property. Learn more about this equestrian estate for sale here.    1 Arundel Way, Kennebunk, Maine Offered at 5,250,000 Represented by Betsy Coughlan Experience classic coastal Maine in this stunning shingle-style home overlooking Kennebunkport Harbor, the ocean, and the Kennebunk River. The fireplace in the living room is adorned with two decorative mermaids, adding to the coastal theme. Offered fully furnished, amenities at this extraordinary property include dedicated access to Gooches Beach, a neighborhood association dock on the Kennebunk River, a scenic patio and outdoor shower, a 3-season porch with a cozy stone fireplace, and much more. Learn more about this Maine home for sale here.  5 Agamenticus Avenue, York, Maine Offered at $3,250,000 Represented by Bill Gaynor This stunning seaside home in York has breathtaking ocean views from nearly every room, including this cozy seating area with a fireplace and high ceilings. Enjoy the quintessential Maine lifestyle from this beautiful home, with a boardwalk right to the beach where you can kayak up the Cape Neddick River or out to sea. Learn more about this Maine home for sale here. 39 Ficketts Point Road, Milbridge, Maine  Offered at $2,400,000 Represented by Abigail Curless This idyllic Downeast 16-acre estate along Narraguagus Bay features a historic 4-bedroom Cape and a 3-story timber frame barn with a spacious in-law apartment, including a remarkable loft and cupola. The special coastal Maine property is perfect for large family gatherings, with 3 custom kitchens and a dramatic Great Room with cathedral ceilings overlooking the water. Learn more about this Maine home for sale here.    11 Sunrise Summit, Rockland, Maine  Offered at $2,200,000 Represented by Jacqueline & George Wheelwright Designed by the architect owners and built in 2009 with a post and beam frame and energy-efficient features, this one-of-a-kind home in Rockland boasts soaring cathedral ceilings, a soapstone wood stove and fireplace, and spectacular views of the ocean on over 6 private acres. The custom kitchen, spa-like bathrooms, and cabinetry were built by a New England shipwright in an ode to a sailing lifestyle. Learn more about this Maine home for sale here.  7 Avon Road, Cape Elizabeth, Maine  Offered at $1,245,000 Represented by Adam Zimbalist This beautiful white brick fireplace suits the clean white interior throughout this completely rebuilt and expanded 4-bedroom home in the Shore Acres neighborhood of Cape Elizabeth, which includes deeded access to the community’s spectacular oceanfront trail. The residence features all-new interiors with a flexible layout, as well as brand-new heating, electrical, plumbing, and roofing systems. Learn more about this newly remodeled home for sale here.    149 Buck Road, Harrison, Maine  Offered at $450,000 Represented by Michele Perejda This list would be incomplete without a classic woodburning stove with a stone surround inside this charming log home. This special property is sited on 65 wooded acres with an outdoor fire pit and picnic area, plus a private network of trails for walking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, all only minutes from Long Lake and Crooked River Forest. Enjoy year-round recreation opportunities and the best of Maine life, from paddling the lakes to skiing at the nearby Pleasant Mountain (formerly Shawnee Peak) ski resort. Learn more about this Maine log cabin for sale here.