Hope, ME 04847,579 Alford Lake RD
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Hope, ME 04847,579 Alford Lake RD
Hope, ME 04847,579 Alford Lake RD
Hope, ME 04847,579 Alford Lake RD
Hope, ME 04847,579 Alford Lake RD
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579 Alford Lake RD Hope, ME 04847

2,050 SqFt


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Key Details

Property Type Commercial Sale

Sub Type Mixed Use

Listing Status Active

Square Footage 2,050 sqft

MLS Listing ID 1633578

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1972

Annual Tax Amount $4,169

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 7.140 Acres

Acres 7.14

Property Sub-Type Mixed Use

Source Maine Listings

Land Area 2050

Property Description

Turn-Key Pet Lodge Business and Charming Residence on 7 Scenic Acres in Beautiful Midcoast Maine. Live, work, and thrive in one of Maine's most desirable locations. This unique property combines a well-established pet care business with a charming 2,050 sq. ft. home, with over 300 feet of peaceful lake frontage with woods, fields, and private trails. The highly regarded pet lodge features a 7,600 sq. ft. main floor with 50 indoor dog runs, 28 in use, a sun-filled cattery with 3-level condos and play areas, grooming room, indoor playroom, reception area, radiant floor heat, 44 skylights, and 24-hour fresh air exchange. The second floor offers 372 sq. ft. of unfinished space for grooming, storage, or retail, plus a 1,178 sq. ft. unfinished apartment with cathedral ceilings, ideal for staff or rental income. Endorsed by local veterinarians and supported by a loyal client base, the business is fully operational with strong income and immediate growth potential, expand grooming, increase occupancy, or add daycare services. Dogs enjoy nature walks and playtime in fenced outdoor yards and on wooded trails. The 3-4 bedroom home offers wood-beamed ceilings, reclaimed paneling, tile and pine floors, a fireplace, and serene water views. Features include a spacious kitchen-dining area, large primary bedroom with skylight and half bath, full bath, additional main-floor bedroom, or office-den, and two upstairs bedrooms. Living room has a fireplace for cozy gatherings on cooler days. Recent updates: new furnace, septic improvements, and new roofs. Located in a nationally recognized school district and close to Midcoast beaches, trails, and villages, this offering is a rare blend of lifestyle and income. Whether you are expanding your pet care enterprise or seeking a business with heart in Vacationland, this property delivers.

Location

State ME

County Knox

Zoning Rural/Shoreland

Rooms

Basement Full, Partial, Unfinished

Interior

Interior Features Storage

Heating Radiant, Forced Air, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard

Cooling None

Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet

Exterior

Parking Features 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site, Off Street

View Y/N No

Roof Type Composition,Shingle

Building

Lot Description Rural

Foundation Stone, Granite, Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Septic Tank, Private Sewer

Water Private

Structure Type Wood Siding,Shingle Siding,Clapboard,Wood Frame

Others

Energy Description Propane, Wood, Oil, Electric, Gas Bottled


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