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Escape to Ash Cove Cottage, a charming South Harpswell retreat with a sun porch overlooking tidal Ash Cove. Watch the herons and egrets follow the ebb and flow as you enjoy access to a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV, books, board games. Explore nearby beaches for kayaking and paddle boarding or discover local shops with talented artists.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Water view

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About this property

Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage

  • Listen to the sound of the lobster boats in the distance, watch the herons and egrets follow the ebb and flow osprey and an occasional eagles as the tide rises, and relax at this adorable, retro, South Harpswell, Ash Cove Cottage with a sun porch overlooking tidal Ash Cove.

    A true Maine treasure, a family "camp" offered to the public for the first time.

    Guests staying in this cute, old-fashioned, cottage have access to a fully equipped kitchen. There is 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, with a single bed in the loft space. This rental features a flat-screen TV. radio, books and board games.
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    Beaches, hiking, and biking are all less than 5 minutes away. Check out Stovers Point, Pott's Point, and Mitchell Field for great kayaking and paddle boarding, go on a boat tour or walk some of Harpswell great nature trails.

    Harpswell has many local shops with talented artists.
    Brunswick, Bowdoin College, and Maine State Music Theater is 20 minutes away, shopping at the Freeport Outlets is 35 minutes away, and Portland is about an hour, with Bath Wiscasset and Boothbay Harbor up to an hour and a half north on route 1.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Please wash any dishes and leave in the dishdrainer Leave all trash in the bagged barrels in the shed We will strip the beds and pick up the laundry later Leave the key on the table and door unlocked
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No public access to the shore at this property
No food or drinks in the bedrooms

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Casco Bay and Ash Cove Pottery. Mitchell Field and Lower Goose Island are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chuck and Lynne were great hosts, we were meant when we pulled up to the cottage with smiles and a loaf of yummy banana bread. The island is beautiful and Maine is amazing. The cottage is like stepping back in time, very clean and meant all of our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cabin and so cute. Very clean and has everything you need. A great porch to relax in. Chuck and Lynne are very friendly and helpful owners. Lynne greeted us with delicious apple bread. Very quiet and peaceful area. Love this cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & quiet location

R&R abundant here! This is a small beautiful community, nature puts on adisplay and fully flaunts the beauty of Maine. If you want a serene rural setting, stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage for some good ole R and R

We loved staying at this comfy and cozy cottage in Harpswell. Harpswell is a cute little town that is situated not too far from some great Maine destinations. I will miss sitting on the porch watching the tide roll in and out.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage w/ even better hosts

Chuck & Lynn were wonderful hosts, with a perfect 2 bd cottage on a relaxing pond/bay in harpswell. They made sure stay was smooth and even greeted with banana bread. The town of their cottage is quaint and beautiful with hiking and lobster shack galore, however a 20-25 min drive from lots of stores / interstate. Would recommend this property to everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This cottage fit our needs perfectly. It was clean, peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simple cottage for two

Chuck and Lynne’s cottage may be plain, but it is quiet and clean and allowed us to enjoy all that Harpswell has to offer. After a day of exploring and good food, we enjoyed sitting on the small deck overlooking the water watching the birds and the tides. Chuck and Lynne greeted us with muffins when we arrived, showed us around, but otherwise respected our privacy. Great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Chuck & Lynne were very welcoming. The cottage was clean & comfortable. It was a great place of respite with a pretty view of the bay. The homemade zucchini bread was delicious & indicative of the thoughtfulness of the owners! All of our needs were met-- and then some!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute as a clam!!

This is a true Maine cottage, it is perfect for a couple looking to find peace, quiet and calm! This is a place to disconnect from a noisy world, drift your thoughts over the water and lose yourself in the nature around you! The host is wonderful, will answer any questions. The banana bread was wonderful! Harpswell is one of Maine's most beautiful areas with a ton of hiking trails and the most breathtaking views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cottage

The cottage was a great place for us to stay for 6 days in July. The knotty pine of the living room and the enclosed porch with views of Ash Cove were great places to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Chuck and Lynn were excellent hosts. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was the perfect home away from home. Chuck and Lynne were warm and inviting, greeting us with homemade banana bread. Beautiful space. Kind hosts. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it. It was just what we needed. The apple bread they brought over was amazing. The cottage itself was cute and cozy. It's right next to the ocean so you can hear the gulls as the sun rises. It was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 2nd time we have taken advantage of staying in this unique rustic Ash Cove Cottage. Once again, Chuck and Lynne did not disappoint. They were welcoming and made us feel right at home. The cottage was spotless and provided a perfect space during our stay in Harpswell. Thanks Chuck and Lynne :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1970 time capsule

We had a great time here. This was a nice throw back to the 70's. The hosts we exceptionally nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location; great owners; great experience

a 12 on a 1=10 scale. Real Maine...void of pretense and dreaded pandemic migrants...wonderful folks own the property.
Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

Quaint, comfortable, nice view. Cute cottage - ocean view from deck and enclosed porch. Comfortable chairs and couches everywhere. Friendly, accommodating hosts. Delicious oatmeal muffins upon arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet & quaint

This quaint cabin may be stuck in the 70's but it sure is wonderful. Beautiful view, quiet and peaceful. You will not find nicer hosts. Lynne and Chuck are true Mainers, warm and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has a lovely setting on Ash Cove with nice water views and sunsets across the water. The cottage was exactly what we wanted, somewhat rustic, but very comfortable.Check in was fine with complete details about the cottage, functioning of the lights, fans, appliances, etc. The kitchen was supplied with an array of cooking utensils, plates, bowels, serving dishes all very serviceable, that complemented our needs for cooking in the cottage or preparing lunches for outings.There was really nothing that we needed that wasn't available.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl’s Trip

My BFF and I stayed here for a girl’s trip. Check in is SO incredibly easy. They meet you at the door! We had a welcome homemade apple bread (which was delicious). Cabin is very clean. The water pressure is fantastic and water gets hot quickly. There is no water access from the cabin, but the views are beautiful. No AC, but wasn’t needed while we were there. It was like staying at a family member’s house. Very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is rustic yet comfortable; if you're looking for luxury and polish, consider elsewhere, but if comfort and simplicity is your priority, this is the place. The owners are nearby, welcoming, and available, without being the least bit imposing. The interior is large enough to have some space but small enough to be cozy; the kitchen is full enough to cook a complete meal; and the sun porch with a view is priceless. You can hear a pin drop at all hours and the neighborhood rightly expects it be kept that way.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jos C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A peaceful retreat on Ash Cove

We loved our stay at Chuck and Lynne’s cottage on Ash Cove. They were so welcoming and accommodating — our travel plans changed about five times; first due to airplane issues and then due to hurricane Lee. Anyways, we loved the cottage. It’s a genuine Maine cottage by the coast. The FM dial on the old stereo was a welcome throwback in this digital age (although this cottage has very fast internet!), and the enclosed porch with comfy couch is just where you want to read a book or watch the tide come in. We brought our two year old son, and the cottage was perfect for him and Chuck even child proofed the whole place. On top of it the neighbors put together their swing set for our boy because that’s the kind of neighborhood it is. There is no direct water access is the only thing I would note. Go stay with them. You won’t regret it!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christophe B.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Déception...

Superbe accueil des propriétaires. Endroit calme avec vue sur l'eau. Hélas pas d'accés au bord de l'eau alors qu'elle se trouve à une 50aines de mètres. Le lit n'est pas du tout confortable et nous a causé beaucoup de maux de dos. L'eau vient d'un puis artésien impropre à la consommation. Le priopriétaire a fourni de l'eau en bouteilles. Cottage pas mal humide et odeur de moisissure omniprésente. Depuis que nous louons, comparativement à toutes nos autres locations, celle-ci ne vaut le prix demandé. Dommage... Aux alentour de bonnes microbrasseries pour les amateurs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025