27 Clamshell Alley, Vinalhaven, ME 04863

$1,250,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,430 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 17,424 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,250,000 List Date: 4/03/2026 Last Modified: 4/16/2026

Description

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 three-story main house with four bedrooms, a spacious two-bay garage and workshop with a separate year-round studio above, as well as a barn and additional outbuilding. At the heart of the property, the home carries a deep connection to the water throughout and is thoughtfully oriented to capture its surroundings. Every window frames a unique and ever-changing island scene, while the covered porch offers a front-row seat to the harbor's daily rhythm. This immersive vantage point reflects the essence of island living and has inspired artists over the years, further cementing the home's place as a cherished part of the harbor. While many original features remain--such as rough-sawn beams and warm wood floors--the home has been carefully updated to enhance its connection to the surrounding waterfront. More than a home, ''the Yellow House'' is a vantage point, a legacy, and an invitation to experience Vinalhaven at its most authentic.

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More Information MLS# 1656375

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 27 Street Name: Clamshell Street Type: Alley County: Knox Town: Vinalhaven State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04863 Leased Land: No Book: 3231 Page: 44 Map: 18 Lot: 47 Zoning: Res. Commercial/VOD Zoning Overlay: Yes Association: No Full Tax Amount $: 9850 Tax Year: 2025 Tree Growth Y/N: No Geo Lat: 44.046157 Geo Lon: -68.833289

Contract Information

Status: Active Original List Price: 1250000 List Price: $1,250,000 Current Price: $1,250,000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes Seasonal: No Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee Deed: All Deed Restrictions: Unknown 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No # Rooms: 9 # Bedrooms: 4 Total Full Baths: 2 Total Baths: 2 Color: Yellow Year Built: 1870 SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2430 SqFt Finished Total: 2430 SqFt Source: Public Records Garage: Yes Garage Spaces: 2 Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.4 Source of Acreage: Public Records

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes Waterfront Amount: 300 Water Frontage Owned: 300 Water View: Yes Water Body Name: Carver's Harbor

Utilities

Utilities On: Yes

Property Features

Site: Level; Open Location: Intown; Near Public Beach; Near Shopping; Neighborhood Roads: Dead End; Paved; Public Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Harbor Recreational Water: Dock; Oceanfront; Waterfront Deep View: Scenic Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Style: New Englander Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Full; Unfinished Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Granite Roof: Metal; Rolled/Hot Mop Exterior: Clapboard; Shingle Siding; Wood Siding Heat System: Baseboard; Direct Vent Furnace; Direct Vent Heater; Hot Water Heat Fuel: K-1/Kerosene; Oil; Wood Water Heater: On Demand Cooling: None Floors: Vinyl; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: Bathtub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Other Amenities; Storage Patio and Porch Features: Porch Driveway: Gravel; Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; On Site Vehicle Storage: 2 Car Other Structures: Outbuilding Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Bottled Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Bedroom 1 Level: Second Bedroom 2 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Level: Second Dining Room Level: First Bonus Room Level: Third Kitchen Level: First Laundry Level: First Sunroom Level: First Mud Room Level: First
Listing Office: Rock Coast Realty
Last Updated: April - 16 - 2026
27 Clamshell Alley, Vinalhaven, ME 04863- MLS# 1656375
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