89 Pickeral Cove Way, Ellsworth

Crafted in 2022 on the eastern shore of Branch Lake, “Fernrock” represents an artful approach to home creation with an emphasis on simplicity, comfort and native & reclaimed materials. Following the tenets of Japandi design (Japanese & Scandinavian fusion), a host of building elements here highlight aesthetics of the lakeside surroundings. The 1st floor includes an open kitchen flowing into a cathedral great room, intended for both dining & relaxing. A 1st floor bedroom and full bath with laundry complete the ground floor. Refinished maple flooring throughout is not only striking, it has a story to tell…its first life was the gym floor of Brewer High School. “Hit & Skip” refinishing allows the intrinsic beauty of the maple to shine through while retaining flashes of Maine’s schooling past. Spanning the 1st floor ceiling, live edge red spruce beams rest under white pine boards, both sourced from the 3.2 acre parcel. An expansive window layout brings the forest & lake setting to all rooms. Custom kitchen cabinetry is created from reclaimed black walnut barn board and is complimented by butcher block & granite counters. A glassed in staircase leads up to the media room, a great spot to enjoy the lightning fast Starlink internet. Two 2nd floor lake view bedrooms flank the full bath, offering a sumptuous ofuro (deep Japanese soaking tub). Heating & AC come via heat pump, as well as a welcoming Jotul gas fireplace. Stepping outside, a broad wrap-around deck takes in serene views, yet not another home or road. Live edge white pine siding continues the organic & rustic tone. 531′ of frontage on pristine Branch Lake consists of 431′ owned & 100′ shared, each with its own dock. Along the unique shoreline, scores of granite boulders are a playground to explore while they keep wildlife near & boating traffic far. Deeper waters & greater Branch Lake are accessed from either dock. The high quality, private neighborhood rounds out Fernrock as a true original of lakefront living.