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Discover the potential of this unique 19-acre± property located on Troy Road in Detroit. Featuring a small cabin, apple trees, and approximately 333’± of road frontage, this parcel offers an excellent opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, or anyone seeking privacy and recreation in rural Maine. The land is high and dry through the center with a road running directly through the property, providing great access throughout and multiple possibilities for future use. Abundant wildlife frequently visit the property, making it an ideal setting for hunting, camping, ATV use, or creating your own private getaway. Whether you’re looking for a recreational property, hunting retreat, or future investment, this versatile acreage offers endless potential in a peaceful country setting.

If you’ve been searching for that ideal piece of Maine land where you can build, explore, and truly spread out, this property at 792 Valley Road in Anson, Maine deserves your attention. Encompassing 56.9± surveyed acres, this parcel offers the flexibility to create a full-time residence, homestead, or private recreational retreat. With a two-lot survey already in place, there’s also the option to divide the land—making it a strong fit for multi-generational use, investment, or shared ownership with family and friends. Located west of the Kennebec River in historic Somerset County, Anson has deep roots in Maine’s agricultural and logging heritage, dating back to its incorporation in 1798. Despite its rural setting, the property maintains convenient access to regional service hubs, including Farmington just 19± miles away, Skowhegan at 17± miles, and Augusta within 45 miles. Portland and even Boston are reachable for those balancing remote living with occasional travel. Outdoor recreation is a defining feature of this location. Just five miles from the property lies the confluence of the Carrabassett and Kennebec Rivers, known for clean, cold waters that attract anglers targeting brook and brown trout. Winter enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to major ski destinations, including Sugarloaf, along with additional access to western Maine’s mountains and the broader Appalachian Trail corridor. The land itself is well-configured and ready for use. A driveway extends more than 400 feet into the property, leading to a cleared building site of approximately half an acre positioned near one of the higher elevations, ranging from roughly 420 to 520 feet above sea level. Electric service is available at the road, and a dug well is already in place near the frontage. The soils—primarily sandy and stony loams—support a range of uses, including forestry, wildlife habitat, and potential grazing. A standout feature is the well-managed timber resource, with pre-commercial thinning already completed to enhance long-term forest health and value. An internal trail network provides ATV and tractor access throughout the property, making it easy to navigate and enjoy the full acreage, including the “back 40,” where elevation and clearing could offer future view potential. Enrolled in Maine’s tree growth tax program for low carrying costs, this property represents a compelling combination of privacy, usability, and long-term value in a highly desirable region of the state.

Some properties are impressive on paper. Others have to be experienced. Set at the end of a .60-mile private driveway with underground power, this home sits at approximately 900′ of elevation on 192 acres, overlooking a landscape that feels almost endless. On a clear day, the views stretch close to 100 miles, with mountains and lakes unfolding in nearly every direction. The sense of height, space, and quiet is immediate — and rare. Embden, Maine is well known among anglers for its diverse and productive fishing opportunities set in a classic central Maine landscape of lakes, ponds, and cold, clean water. Embden Pond is the centerpiece, offering a deep, coldwater fishery that supports landlocked salmon and lake trout alongside warmwater species like smallmouth bass. The pond is popular for both open-water and ice fishing, with public access making it easy to launch a boat or fish from shore. In addition to Embden Pond, nearby smaller ponds and connecting waters broaden the local fishing options, providing opportunities for perch, pickerel, and trout. Whether trolling for salmon, casting for bass, or setting up on the ice in winter, the area offers four-season fishing that appeals to both casual anglers and dedicated sportsmen. Hunting opportunities around Embden are equally strong, thanks to a mix of working forests, conserved lands, wetlands, and remote backcountry. Large tracts of publicly accessible land in and around town ensure room to roam for hunters pursuing white-tailed deer, black bear, wild turkey, upland birds, and small game. Wetland areas attract waterfowl, while the surrounding forestland provides ideal habitat for deer and other big game. Moose are also present in the region, adding to the sense of true Maine wilderness. With well-managed wildlife populations and ample access to both public and private timberlands, Embden serves as an excellent base for hunters looking to experience Maine’s long-standing sporting traditions in a quiet, uncrowded setting. The home is positioned to take full advantage of its surroundings, with long-range views visible from multiple rooms and three sides of the house. Inside, the space is comfortable and efficient, featuring a renovated kitchen, open living area, pellet stove, heat pumps on both levels, propane wall heaters, and an EVR air exchange system. The layout includes one bedroom plus a loft, 1.5 bathrooms, and a full insulated basement with a one-car garage. The basement offers clear potential to be converted into additional bedrooms or other livable space, providing flexibility without altering the footprint of the home. The primary bathroom features heated tile floors, a soaking tub, double vanity, and stand-up shower. Outside, the infrastructure is already in place with two drilled wells, a septic system, and a 20x40 garage pad, allowing for future expansion while preserving the elevation, privacy, and views. This is a property where pictures, videos, and words fall short. The scale of the land, the distance of the horizon, and the feeling of standing there simply can’t be captured — it has to be seen in person.