Listings by Patricia Quirk

Have you dreamt of owning a small homestead in town? Here it is! This unique, custom-built contemporary home offers craftsman-style built-ins, coffered ceilings, beautiful woodwork, French doors, two sunk-in bedrooms, and artistic details, all sitting on 13.88 acres on Church Road in Bangor. The land abuts a large wetland area, and 5 acres are under conservatorship. The garage has room for two cars and was built to have a dog kennel and run; the current owners have used the run as a chicken coop. The barn is situated in the field and has a separate access driveway. The treehouse overlooks the marshland and is accessible through a trail system—only minutes from all amenities, including hospitals, schools, shopping, downtown, and so much more. The property is zoned for residential or business purposes; here is your chance to own a beautiful home with great potential.

The long maple-lined driveway and the wrap-around porch of this unique Hampden home will transport you back in time. The 12-plus acres offer 503 feet of river frontage with sandy beach, acres of field, trails, an inground pool, a campsite with a fire pit, a protected garden area, and an orchard, all zoned for hunting. The house was built in 1952, redesigned, and transformed in 2001. The front door opens to the center hall, and French doors open into the family room, easily used as a first-floor bedroom. On the other side, the office has a bank of windows overlooking the orchard, opening to the sun-filled living room; the centerpiece is a wood-burning fireplace flanked with built-in bookcases and a picture window with views of the back fields and the pool area. The dining area is open to the living room, and the kitchen has a bow window, a wall of built-ins, and plenty of room to expand. The kitchen is picture-perfect, with bright, shiny wainscotting on the ceiling, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The mudroom has a laundry area, and a pantry, sharing direct garage entry, along with a door to the front porch, and a back door to the screen porch, accessing the pool yard: the kitchen pantry, and full bathroom finish up the first floor. The front stairs are naturally lit with a skylight. The primary suite is very sunny with a picture window with views of the back fields and seasonal river views, a small deck, built-in storage, and the bathroom with an oversized tile shower, glass surround, custom dual vanities with plenty of storage with granite. The two bedrooms are well-sized, have ample closet space, and share a full bath. The basement is finished with pine, has a wood stove, and is large enough for a pool table and several other games, plus a half bath and custom bar area. The barn has room for animals, storage, and a large shop. This home is in one of Maines most picturesque communities, known for its excellent school system.

Kids'Acres Constructed in 1993 by esteemed builder Carey Leighton and meticulously maintained by its current owner, Kids'Acres is now available for purchase for the first time. This exceptional property offers a unique lifestyle, with over 23 acres of fields, pine groves, rock walls, and old wooded trails. The grounds feature a paved basketball court, swimming pool, , raised garden space, and fields for multifaceted, year-round recreational enjoyment. Custom designed with an open floor plan and large windows ensuring plenty of natural light. The natural cherry kitchen is in a U-shape with a long peninsula for seating, white Corian counters, updated appliances, a sliding door to the deck, and an opening to the family room. The main formal entry is also open to the family room, with French doors to the formal living room with fireplace and French doors to the dining room with built-in server and display shelves. The office is tucked away in the back corner. The spacious mud room with storage closets, a full bath, a laundry room, and doors from the covered breezeway porch, garage door, and backyard offer a place to drop off all your work and outdoor gear. The upstairs has five spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for growing families or those who value hospitality. The expansive, three-car garage boasts a basketball hoop and protective window features. At the same time, the detached barn securely houses a diesel generator and accommodates farm animals, equipment, or personal items.This home offers much plus the option of a 1.5-acre house lot with 200' of frontage for future development or income.