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~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~

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On a serene island in Maine, this charming summer cottage offers a tranquil retreat with its rustic charm and beautiful views of Penobscot Bay. Relax by the wood-burning stove, unwind on the inner porch, or take advantage of beach access and WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~

This summer cottage on an island in Maine overlooks the beautiful Penobscot Bay. This rustic cottage has a moderate living space with a wood-burning stove, an inner porch with a great view of the bay, and a lot of family charm. The house was built in the 1930s by two sisters of the Allen family, who owned the property next to this one. This cottage has been passed down through the family and cherished by each generation. The entire property has a lovely view of the Penobscot Bay.
Amenities include: WiFi, beach access, shared driveway but private parking, w/d in home, dishwasher. There are only two markets on the island, so we suggest getting your groceries before embarking on your journey by way of ferry departing from Lincolnville (which runs from 8 am - 5 pm daily).

If you are looking for a calm, rustic retreat away from it all this is the cottage for you.

~ If your party needs a little extra room, we have an additional cabin for 2 on the property that you may also consider ~ See HomeAway Listing # 4210882 ~

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Property is located on a cliff w/ stairs to beach.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
~ Peaceful Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~

About the neighborhood

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Islesboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Warren Island State Park - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lincolnville Beach - 46 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Camden Hills State Park - 47 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 58 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Megunticook Lake - 58 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 57 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hoot - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Market - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Dark Harbor Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Manor Inn - ‬118 min drive
  • ‪Margaret's Lobster Rolls, Ice Cream, Hot Dogs - ‬52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Warren Island State Park, Lincolnville Ferry Terminal, and Schoolhouse Museum. Windsor Chairmakers and Camden Hills State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is our second year here, and while the weather was not sunny and 75 everyday, there is something to be said about a foggy day in with tea and a good book listening to the waves on the shoreline. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
Same view only without the fog.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth l.

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

Lovely place!

Wondergul and very welcoming island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

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

Restful

Cabin was welcoming, very clean, relaxful, and very quiet. The ocean views from the porches were spectacular. The stairs to get to the beach were scary but worth it. Over-all the stay was memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This vacation was just what we needed, peaceful and quiet cottage with all amenities, an indoor porch in case of bad weather, an outdoor porch with an amazing sea breeze, and a big cove for swimming or beach walking. We loved this so much we already booked next year too. If you like the outdoors and want to disconnect from the world for a while, this is definitely the place to go!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele O.

A wonderful family retreat

Beautiful, quiet setting right on the beach. Perfect place to have a family retreat. Read a book and play games and make some lobster stew!! Islesboro is such a pretty place to visit and just a short ferry ride to mainland activities, shopping and restaurants. We definitely want to come back for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

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

House on the edge of the Sea!

We loved staying in this charming Maine cottage!! The views are spectacular and the location could not be better!! The cottage had everything we needed for our stay!! We loved the porch‼️We will be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Pure relaxation!

Lovely and relaxing cottage, great location in the woods, yet offers gorgeous bay views. If relaxation and peace is what you are looking for, this is it. Durkee’s store is conveniently right around the corner and is well stocked. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Perfect Getaway!

This is a wonderful cottage on Islesboro, overlooking the ocean. Lovely isolated beach and unbelievably quiet. Was exactly as advertised, very clean and well furnished. Kitchen had extensive cooking ware and dishes, lots of utensils and a dishwasher! Owner was easy to communicate with and responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

Maine Cottage

We loved our stay at this fantastic Miane Coastal Cottage. The cottage has some much character and history. The deck was larger then we anticipated from the photos. Enjoyed the views from the deck and sun porch. Lots of places to hike and explore on the Island. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Friends and family

Our second time staying at this house. Both times it fit our needs. Being above the water front with a set of stairs. We kayaked just about everyday and biked around the island. Spent a lot of time just sitting on the porch watching bald eagles, osprey fly by. Seals popping up and boats of all types. Quiet and relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Beautiful stay

The property worked great for us. Kayaking was great out in the bay and around the contour of the shore. Walks along the rocky shore was relaxing. The deck while small worked perfectly for us. Also the closed in porch was great to hangout in during the evening. The stairs to the shore while steep were not an issue. Kitchen was well stocked to meet our needs. Bedrooms worked for us (2 couples for 5 nights plus my adult son and his girlfriend for 2 nights).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

RON W.

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

Our Islesboro Stay

We love Islesboro!! The house was fine. Amazing views! Electric switches and lights need to be updated. Stairs to typical Rocky Maine beach were a little contentious. Otherwise the house was suitable. We would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jess r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Little slice of heaven

This is our second visit, we love the rustic nature of this old summer cottage. We love the beach, swimming, and searching for sea glass. We played a lot of games, swam, went for walks, read, and ate lobster! The only things that are slightly troubling is the place needs a good scrubbing. I swept up a lot of fur, we didn’t bring a dog. We misplaced a charger and when looking under the beds you can tell they haven’t been moved and cleaned under them in a long time. Also, the toilets smell of urine. I cleaned them to be sure they were clean. Maybe there is a slow leak? These things did not ruin our trip! We had an amazing time and will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Donna B.

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

Peace and Quiet.

Pros: Quiet. This is it if you are looking for quiet. The cottage: The glassed-in porch is the star. The windows open too. The kitchen is updated and a pleasure to cook in. The living room is very cozy at night. There was a musky smell when we 1st arrived, but went away quickly once all windows were open and never came back, but then again the windows were open the whole vacation. Cons: The view will be obstructed soon if the owner doesn't cut down some small trees, it seems without affecting the buffer zone. The outside grounds in general need a lot of TLC. The cottage was clean, but there was dog hair all over the bed blankets in one room. Would I stay there again, for $1,400? Yes, if the grounds were cleaned up and the view opened up.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank I.

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

Perfect island cottage getaway!

We just finished a five-night stay at this property. Rustic is the perfect way to describe it along with offering modern amenities like 1 and 1/2 baths, a complete kitchen, washer dryer and great internet. It's a great secluded location with the General Store just a five minute drive away.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Relaxing stay

Really enjoyed our stay and walking on the beach. Lots of nice trails on the island. We spent most of our time on the sun porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L., Syracuse, New York

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

A cottage with a view

We enjoyed staying at your cottage while we visited our grandchildren on Islesboro. The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals. The porch was our favorite place to hang out and play games. The view was spectacular. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jess r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Journey back in time

We loved the peace and solitude of this island as well as the rustic family cabin. We read books, swam at the beach down the stairs as well as the town beach. We met some very nice neighbors and some friendly locals. We watched seals in the harbor, found star fish, shells, sea glass, and a sand dollar! We hiked a nearby trail, ate lobsters chosen fresh off the boat, shopped daily in both general stores. We had breakfast sandwiches and deli sandwiches from the Dark Harbor Shop. We truly appreciate the beautiful views and all the people we came across. Such a wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W., New London

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

Tranquility at its finest

Located on a small bluff over a cove, this is the vacation we most look forward to each year ! Lobster off the boat, morning sunrises out the window, and the sound of waves lapping the shore melt away all stress from the daily grind. This location has become our favorite yearly getaway 💐
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jackie s.

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

Sweet cottage in a quiet cove

This little cottage is as described. It’s a quaint coastal house high up on a ledge in a calm cove. The house is furnished with cozy, modest furnishings that are clean and comfortable and not too dear for children to use comfortably. Family photos decorate the walls. Cups, dishes, pots and pans are in abundance in the old kitchen cupboards. There are steep stairs to the water’s edge —lovely swimming in high tide, and wonderful exploring in low. This house is perfect for getting away from the distractions of the modern world. There are games and puzzles. No TV. Bring books, your knitting, sketching supplies or just sit and watch the sail boat with the saffron sail cover float around its mooring as the tide comes in and out. Isleboro is a very quiet island. No restaurants per se. There are two small markets, an ice cream shop, cafe, and a couple tiny shops where one can visit with lovely folks. People are friendly. Everyone waves on the road. There are protected walking trails, but no big hikes. Water close by everywhere you go. Drive slow.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C., Naperville, Illinois

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

Great Stay on Islesboro

We had a great stay and really enjoyed the location. The cottage had very quick access to the beach which was very nice. We really enjoyed drinking coffee in the sun room on the east side of the cottage each morning and watching the lobster boats in the small harbor next to the cottage. The kitchen was perfect and had everything you'd need, and three bedrooms was great for fitting our family. We'd highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Julie C., Medford, MA USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quiet, off the beaten path

This location is spectacular!! Gorgeous views, your own private beach. Getting down to the beach was a bit precarious (a staircase that’s steep enough to be more of a ladder). Our nerves were tested watching our 3 year old getting up and down but he managed pretty well. The two older kids, 6 and 7, spent hours combing the beach for sea glass, starfish and sand dollars. Tons of treasures to be found! There’s also another beach on the opposite side of the peninsula we spent some time at too. It’s a quick little walk down the road. The cottage was well stocked and we had plenty of room to spread out even with a group of 7! There are plenty of dishes and cookware. We were so grateful for the dishwasher and washer dryer. We even used the wood stove on a chilly rainy evening! We so enjoyed our stay, it was the perfect place to decompress and relax for a week. Wish we had booked 2 weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Piece of Heaven

The MOST relaxing vacation we’ve ever had! This 1930’s cottage is exactly the lodging my husband and I prefer to stay in. All the kitchen necessities one could want, a great charcoal grill, and that wonderful homey feeling we both treasure in a world of crazy business. The cottage is perfectly situated on a small rock cliff above a private little cove, accessible by a set of wooden stairs. The Sunrises are beautiful and the peaceful sound of the waves lapping against the shoreline melted the stress of this Covid pandemic right off the shoulders of this nurse manager. I actually read THREE books!!! We have already booked next year’s stay - just a fabulous, relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jackie s.

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

Idyllic cottage

This little cottage is the quintessential Maine coastal spot. It is old fashioned, quaint and tucked away on an island among pines and cliffs. The perfect place to see the sunrise, unplug, sit on rocks, look at star fish during low tide, and do nothing. We’re going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D., Westford

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

Seaside bliss

So lovely. Quiet beautiful cottage on bay. Gulls, tides, sea breeze and beautiful landscapes to take in all around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021