M11l10 Off Gordon Hill Rd, Thorndike, ME 04986

Property Description

7.4 acres of wooded land in historic Thorndike, Maine. Thorndike was settled in 1772, and several of its historic buildings still exist. The population as of 2020 was 775. This land is primarily Bangor silty loam and boasts a nice mix of hard and softwood. The elevation changes about 30 feet from one side to the other, from 300ft above sea level to 270. Thorndike is close to where they hold the Common Ground Fair annually, which is a large fair focused on organic farming and sustainable living. There is also an Amish community nearby. There are some small grocery stores and restaurants in the area. The closest hospital is Northern Lights Sebasticook Valley in Pittsfield. Halfmoon Stream in Thorndike offers an opportunity for fishing and canoeing. Unity Pond is about 10 minutes away. This pond is the largest in Waldo County. Unity Pond is great for fishing, boating, and swimming. Thorndike is also about 11 miles from Frye Mountain Game Management Area, a 5241-acre area that allows hunting. This area also has hiking opportunities, but you are advised to wear blaze orange during hunting season. Thorndike is 30 Minutes from Waterville, which would be the closest large city. Waterville has most of what anyone would want or need. There are several large stores and restaurants, and the Waterville Opera House, which offers a great array of entertainment. You would also be 30 minutes from Newport. The land is just a couple of hundred feet from the Thorndike fire department. Come take a look at this great opportunity today.