27 Clamshell Alley, Vinalhaven, ME 04863

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27 Clamshell Alley,Vinalhaven, ME 04863
$1,250,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,430 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: claire jackson
Office: rock coast realty
MLS#:1656375
Source:ME_MREIS

Price summary

  • Price:$1,250,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$514.4

About this home

Carvers Harbor on Vinalhaven is defined by a distinct and memorable image, an iconic home standing proudly against a backdrop of safely moored boats and the working waterfront. Historically known as Snippershins, but affectionately referred to by locals as ''the yellow house,'' this landmark property dates back to the 1870s and has been in the same family for over 40 years. The current owners, lifelong sailors, first discovered Vinalhaven by boat and immediately recognized the rare value of this property: a protected 58-foot dock capable of accommodating a 40-foot sailboat at all tides, easy access to town, and the freedom to cast off at a moment's notice to take advantage of some of the best scenery in the world. The property offers a rare and immersive connection to Carvers Harbor, with sweeping, nearly 360-degree views of the vibrant working waterfront and a setting that is both dynamic and ever-changing. In addition to its exceptional waterfront, the property includes a...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1870
  • Listing ID #:1656375
  • Updated:April 23, 2026 at 03:11 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:9
  • Flooring:Vinyl, Wood
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathtub
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
  • Living area:2,430 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Baseboard, Direct Vent Furnace, Direct Vent Heater, Hot Water

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1870
  • Building area:2,430 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.4 Acres
  • Lot Features:Intown, Level, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Open
  • Architectural Style:New Englander
  • Construction Materials:Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Porch
  • Foundation Description:Granite

Utilities

  • Water:Private, Well
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,250,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$514.4
  • Tax amount:$9,850 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer
  • Amenities:Storage

Parking

  • Parking description:5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Paved
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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