1 Valley Air WayRockland, ME 04841Price: $599,000

One Valley Air Way is what happens when an artist - celebrated for the vibrancy, texture and vision of her work - and an architect - known for his ability to orchestrate a balance of flow, function and beauty - combine forces to build a house of their own. The synergy that occurred is, in a word, indescribable. Located in the elevated and pastoral outskirts of Rockland, it is the nexus of form, function, art and home, all set on the backdrop of Midcoast Maine and bound by mountains, forest and field, overlooking vast and pristine Penobscot Bay. Situated on almost 5 acres of land abutting hiking and multi-use trails crisscrossing foothills and mountains, the house inarguably needs to be seen to be experienced. Expertly crafted and meticulously maintained, somehow, One Valley Air feels just right in any season; in the warmer months it's a long summer afternoon - all breezy, sunny and bare feet. In the cooler months, the house is restful, warm and welcoming, taking full advantage of natural light even when the days get short. The design uses traditional elements and marries those with more current influences - think post and beam meets Maine cottage meets farmhouse meets modern. Doors with leaded glass, taken from a 200 year old house in Boston, become cabinets; an antique mahogany bar becomes the kitchen island; a chandelier made from unique blue bottles becomes the focal point of the house. The interior space is flexible with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (one with a spa-like feel and views for miles from the soaking tub) and a Hygge-esque living room complete with a cozy fireplace. The dining area connects to the large kitchen which opens onto a sail-cloth covered deck offering uncompromising 180+ degree views. The ground level floor has true modifiable space; currently being used as an in-home office and an art studio, this part of the house could easily be turned into more living area with additional bedrooms.