42 Main StreetCaratunk, ME 04937Price: $700,000

This lot is dominated by three hilltop summits that are in the north, center, and south sections on the property. The highest point is in the south and reaches an elevation of 1,645', while the center summit is at 1,410' and the northern hilltop is 1,362'. This westerly slope makes it way down to Route 201 and across to Wyman Lake/Kennebec River. The elevation of this property provides outstanding views in a westerly direction. Nearby mountains that can be seen included: Roundtop - which is on the Appalachian Trail, Bates Ridge, Otter Pond Mt, Pierce Pond Mt and Bigelow Mt. To the east is Moxie Mt. Just as impressive is the view of Wyman Lake/Kennebec River. The access road is an improved gravel road that meanders its way to the eastern boundary line in the northern portion of the lot. This road also serves as a locally groomed snowmobile trail that accesses the ITS 87-snowmobile trail. There is approx 885' of public road frontage... There is a small brook (Schoolhouse Brook) located in the central portion of the lot that originates from a 5+/- acre open wetland near the eastern boundary line. The property has been managed aggressively over the years and consists mostly of immature timber while many of the steep sections and riparian zones were harvested more conservatively. The most recent harvest taking place 2007/2008 over approximately 150+/- acres. According to the Forest Management Plan prepared for the current owner in 2016, the southern end of the property would benefit from a harvest that would cover approximately 200 acres. All but 10 acres of this property are enrolled in Maine's Tree Growth Tax Law program providing for reduced taxes based on current use of timber production. Taxes were $2,219 in 2021. Nearby attractions include: the Appalachian Trail, Wyman Lake/Kennebec River with boat landings, Pleasant Pond, Moxie Falls, Whitewater rafting.. Tax acres are 923 while map acres from Management plan are 1065.