Built in 1899-1900 by John Bunker this home on Great Cranberry Island has been in the same family since 1943. This classic home has a porch that graces the front of the home. The first floor consists of a living room, dining room, kitchen with wood burning cookstove along with an electric range, full bathroom and mud room. The second floor has 3 bedroooms, one of which has a walk in closet. Cranberry Island does have high speed internet, a library, general store, museum, and a school. There is a year round ferry to Mount Desert Island.
Gracefully sited along the north shore of Sutton Island, Church House is a rare and distinguished coastal retreat, offering an extraordinary blend of historic character, privacy, and natural beauty. Built in 1895 and recognized as one of the island's earliest shingle-style cottages, the residence commands a remarkable setting with 336+/- feet of shorefront, 4.30+/- acres, and sweeping views across the water to Mount Desert Island and the mountains of Acadia. A full wraparound porch sets an elegant and welcoming tone, inviting leisurely summer mornings, ocean-facing gatherings, and quiet moments offering a memorable vantage point for watching the changing light, passing boats, vistas of Acadia. Inside, the great room is oriented toward the water and anchored by a brick fireplace, creating a gracious central space for entertaining and relaxation. Formal dining and informal sitting areas flow naturally from the main living spaces, each enhanced by the home's enduring craftsmanship and serene coastal outlook. Exquisite wood floors, walls, and ceilings lend warmth and authenticity throughout, reflecting the timeless artistry of a classic Maine island cottage. The generous kitchen and pantry provide ample space for preparing meals, hosting guests, and enjoying the rhythms of island living. A main-level bedroom and bath offer comfort and convenience, while six additional bedrooms and two baths upstairs provide abundant accommodations for family and guests. Thoughtful updates--including septic, electrical, roof shingles, and seasonal exterior painting--reflect ongoing care while preserving the home's historic integrity. Timeless, private, and beautifully positioned, Church House shares an invitation to a refined island lifestyle--where heritage, oceanfront beauty, and a deep sense of place come together in an exceptional Maine coastal setting.


Cranberry Isles is located in Maine. Cranberry Isles, Maine 04625has a population of 120. Cranberry Isles 04625 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 6.67% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.7%.
The median household income in Cranberry Isles, Maine 04625 is $58,750. The median household income for the surrounding county is $60,354 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Cranberry Isles 04625 is 61.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 6.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 47.1 inches per year, with 67.3 inches of snow per year.