Single Family in Upton, ME
Active

$750,000

For sale

1 Ca••••• Rd (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Upton, ME 04261

4Beds
2Baths
2,400Sq Ft Living
43,560Sq Ft Lot
1900Year Built

Property Description

Take to the woods and experience a place unlike any other. Forest Lodge presents a rare opportunity to own property along Maine's legendary Rapid River, renowned for world-class fishing and its native brook trout and salmon waters. Miles off the beaten path and located beyond multiple gates, this remarkable retreat offers exceptional privacy, solitude, and a direct connection to the sporting heritage of western Maine. Forest Lodge was the original homestead of celebrated Maine author Louise Dickinson Rich and the place where she wrote her books, including the beloved classic We Took to the Woods. Set near the historic Lower Dam site, the property is woven into the history of the river corridor, where generations of guides, anglers, writers, and outdoor enthusiasts have gathered. The property is being sold with 3 living quarters, a barn, and 1 additional outbuildings, creating exciting possibilities for a private family compound, or preservation-minded restoration. Years of limited use means the buildings are ready for your vision (within historic guidelines), still has strong bones and timeless character of a classic Maine sporting camp. Surrounded by conserved lands in an extraordinary setting that would be nearly impossible to recreate today, Forest Lodge is more than a waterfront property--it is an opportunity to become the next steward of a living piece of Maine history. Bring your vision and prepare for a lifestyle shaped by wild forests, rushing water, exceptional fishing, and true escape.

Property Facts & Features

Property Type
Single Family
Status
Active
Listed
Jul 22, 2026
Price per Sq Ft
$313/sqft
ZIP Code
04261
Full Baths
2
Garage
1 space
Parking
Gravel, 5 10 Spaces
Heating
Propane, Wood, Direct Vent Heater
Construction
Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
Style
Camp, Cottage, New Englander
County
Oxford

Features & Amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms On Basement Level: 0
  • Half Bathrooms On Basement Level: 0
  • Full Bathrooms On Level 1: 2
  • Half Bathrooms On Level 1: 0
  • Full Bathrooms On Level 2: 0
  • Half Bathrooms On Level 2: 0
  • Full Bathrooms On Level 3: 0
  • Half Bathrooms On Level 3: 0

Land Info

  • Well Landscaped
  • Rolling/Sloping
  • Level
  • Wooded
  • Abuts Conservation
  • Rural
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 43560

Utilities

  • Electric: Combination
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private, Seasonal

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Basement Features: Interior, Exterior Only, Daylight, Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access

Pool and Spa

  • Spa: Yes

Home Features

  • View: Mountain(s), Scenic, Trees/Woods

Interior Features

  • 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Bathtub
  • Flooring: Wood

Garage and Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces

Kitchen and Dining

  • Kitchen Level: First

Heating and Cooling

  • Heating Features: Propane, Wood, Direct Vent Heater
  • Heating: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2

Other Property Info

  • Annual Tax Amount: 1719
  • Source Listing Status: Active
  • County: Oxford
  • Directions: No drive bys, it's gated
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Parcel Number: 001498415
  • Zoning: Shoreland
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence

Homeowners Association

  • Association: No
  • Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0

Building and Construction

  • Total Square Feet Living: 2400
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2400
  • Building Area Source: Seller
  • Building Area Total: 2400
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
  • Property Age: 126
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 2400
  • Total Area Sqft: 2400
  • Architectural Style: Camp, Cottage, New Englander

Exterior and Lot Features

  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Porch: Yes
  • Deck: Yes

Waterfront and Water Access

  • Water Body Name: Rapid River
  • River/Brook/Stream
  • Nearby
  • Deeded
  • Beach Rights
  • Waterfront Feet: 535

Price & Event History

DateEventPrice$/Sq Ft
Jul 22, 2026Listed$750,000$313

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Location

Lat 44.77270 · Lng -70.95541