The land is a diverse mix of landscapes. To the north, the silver maple floodplain forest along Sunkhaze Stream is a rare ecosystem type in Maine. Moving south, the terrain rises to an upland ridge with picturesque views over Sherwood Pond. Scattered throughout the property are meadows, a rare unpatterned fen ecosystem, native cranberry bogs, a mix of hardwood and softwood stands, and a network of internal trails suitable for walking, ATVs, or 4WD vehicles. Wildlife is abundantwhitetail deer, black bear, and the occasional moose call this area home. Birdwatchers will delight in sightings of bald eagles, ospreys, hawks, turkey vultures, blue herons, American bitterns, and a wide array of warblers. The federally endangered black tern has also been documented in the area.

The lot offers multiple ideal locations for a secluded home or camp, with several soils already tested and deemed suitable for building. The property is enrolled in Maine’s Tree Growth Tax Program, helping to keep property taxes low while allowing for sustainable forest management. Whether your vision is a seasonal camp, a year-round home, or a long-term conservation holding, this land is ready to accommodate your dreams. Recreational opportunities aboundfish for bass in Sherwood Pond or trout in the stream, forage for cranberries and apples, or simply sit quietly and observe the rhythms of the natural world.

Access to the land is via Call Road, a paved/gravel public road, which leads directly to the entrance of the property. A well-established seasonal internal road system leads to different points of interest throughout the acreage, including meadows, ridgelines, and water features. The southern boundary connects directly to trails within the National Wildlife Refuge, adding even more exploration potential right from your doorstep.

Offered at $250,000, the sale includes the current owner’s life estate, which will be relinquished at closing. Owned and stewarded by the same individual since 1980, this property is ready for its next chapter, whether as a cherished family legacy or a conservation-minded investment. Few places offer this level of ecological value, privacy, and access to protected lands in one single parcel.

DIRECTIONS

Take Call Road in Milford along Main Road/Rt 2. Head East for 1 mile; turn left, then 0.6 mile; turn right, then 1.5 miles to the yellow gate after the power lines; the bridge. The west boundary is 0.1 mile at the end of Call Rd.