Horse Farms For Sale in Mount Desert Hancock County, Hancock County Maine

Nestled on rolling meadows leading to a quiet ocean cove, Whistle Pig Farm is your perfect summer or year-round retreat in beautiful Pretty Marsh on sought-after Mount Desert Island. With 12.28± acres of pasture and 475± feet of shorefront on Pretty Marsh Harbor, this spectacular property boasts a lovely year-round residence, a large, attached barn with stalls and tack areas, paddocks, several shelters, a heated multi-vehicle garage, and cultivated perennial gardens. Although privately sited, Whistle Pig Farm is convenient to Acadia National Park, a public boat launch and all island amenities. Originally built in 1818, the understated four-bedroom country residence enjoys wonderful ocean, meadow or garden views from every window. With many charming traditional elements, such as wide plank pine floors, roughhewn timber rafters and brick hearth fireplaces, the residence has been fully updated and beautifully maintained. Modern amenities include a large country kitchen with fireplace, formal dining room, and bright all-season sunroom, all providing a front row seat to the beauty and nature of Pretty Marsh Harbor. The sunporch has sweeping views of the meadows and ocean and it’s the perfect spot to entertain or curl up with a book while enjoying the incredible vista. Launch your kayak or small boat from your shorefront. A public boat launch for larger vessels is located just down the road at Bartlett’s Landing. Other property amenities include high-speed internet and a full house generator, providing all-season peace of mind. Actively used as a saltwater equestrian farm, the property is located in the quiet village of Pretty Marsh on Mount Desert Island. Whistle Pig Farm is one of a kind and offers an idyllic respite for those just savoring the ‘way life should be’.

Stone Cove Farm is a classic saltwater farm with historic buildings, 267± acres of fields and woods, and spectacular views over the eastern end of the Fox Islands Thorofare, the “Sparkplug” lighthouse, Stimpson Island, and across East Penobscot Bay to Isle au Haut. Sited on a knoll with southerly views over the fields to the water, the house is a mid-nineteenth century extended Cape farmhouse with charming period details. Approximately 3,400± feet of varied and accessible ocean frontage includes a grassy point of land, dramatic rocky shore, and a pebble beach. A small island, ideal for picnics and children’s exploration, is also included. * The historic Cape is seasonal with three bedrooms and a spacious bunk room * The home features an abundance of untouched period details such as classic wood trim, elegant windows, and a stone fireplace in the traditional living room. * Two historic barns complement the residence and contribute to the idyllic classic setting. * The larger of the barns is a magnificent, pegged post and beam barn. Reminiscent of the farm’s history, the cattle stalls still bear the names of their occupants in hand carved detail. * The smaller barn is attractive and offers versatile space for storage. * Divided by a road, the southern portion of the property includes the shorefront, house, barns, fields, and woods. There is also a farm pond and some wetlands. The northern portion of the property is wooded and includes a small amount of frontage on Fresh Pond. * The property offers the potential for additional residential development, a deep-water dock, and/or a return to agricultural pursuits. * Extensive due diligence available.

Goose River Farm and Equine Facility offers 245 acres of land, approx.3000' on the Goose River and Smith Pond, and over 6000' of road frontage. Property includes a 70x140 indoor riding arena with 3 stalls, a 50x140 heavy use building (we raised beef cattle), a 7 stall horse barn, several ponds, 1 mile to Swan Lake, riding trails, beautiful views, a wonderful farmhouse with in-law apartment and tons more.