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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior
On the beach
Exterior

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean Watch - Relax and let the ocean sweep you away at this charming retreat

Nestled right on the water’s edge, this charming one-bedroom cottage is the perfect retreat for someone seeking peaceful solitude or a romantic escape for two. Start your mornings by sipping coffee on the covered deck while soaking in the breathtaking sunrise, or take in the view from the living room window or the peaceful bench perched near the rocky shore.

Ocean Watch is located next to the owner’s vacation home and is thoughtfully positioned to ensure your privacy. Guests will have access to a small, secluded rocky beach ideal for launching a kayak, collecting seashells and stones, or simply enjoying a picnic while watching the lobster boats pass by, hauling their daily catch.

For kayaking enthusiasts, Ocean Watch offers a prime location to explore nearby Lowell’s Cove, Ragged Pond, Elm Island, or venture under the iconic Cribstone Bridge to paddle through the sparkling waters of Harpswell Sound.

Conveniently within walking distance, you’ll find the historic Cribstone Bridge, H2Outfitters kayak rentals, and local seafood restaurants where you can savor the freshest catch of the day. Inside the cottage, you’ll find a clean, cozy space with everything you need for a memorable stay, including a lobster pot for those who want to try their hand at cooking up a local delicacy.

With so many activities right at your doorstep, Ocean Watch promises a truly unforgettable vacation experience.

Pets are welcome at Ocean Watch (a non-refundable pet fee applies).

Ocean Watch does not have a washer and dryer, but there is a laundromat in Brunswick, just 15-20min away.

Bed Type Descriptions:
Queen size bed in bedroom

Bath Type Descriptions:
Full bath with Shower Stall

Air Conditioning: No
Beach/Water Access: Direct via ledges
Beach Towels: Not included
Departure Cleaning: Included
Cable TV: Yes, in Living room
Closest Shopping Village: Brunswick, 20min away
Coffee Maker: Yes, automatic drip
Dishwasher: No
Grill: Small Charcoal Grill
Heat Source: No formal heat source, space heaters available for chilly days/nights
Internet Access: Yes, Xfinity Cable Internet and WiFi
Linens & Bath Towels: Included, beds are made prior to guest arrival and towels remain in their sanitized packaging, placed on each bed
Lobster Pot: Yes
Outdoor Firepit: No
Parking: 1 car
Stairs to Water: No, access via ledges
Trash Removal: Included, picked up weekly (for multi-week stays) or upon departure
TV: TV in Living Room
Usable Fireplaces: No
Washer & Dryer: No
Water Frontage: Direct access to ledges
Water Source: Well water with filtration/softener system, bottled drinking water recommended

Property manager

MaineStay Vacations

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 456 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

2769-214526

About the neighborhood

Map
Orr's Island, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Paddleworks - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cobwork Bridge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ash Cove Pottery - 31 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 30 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cod Cafe - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Watch - Relax and let the ocean sweep you away at this charming retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Watch - Relax and let the ocean sweep you away at this charming retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Watch - Relax and let the ocean sweep you away at this charming retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Watch - Relax and let the ocean sweep you away at this charming retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orrs Island cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Casco Bay and Bailey Island Bridge. Paddleworks and Cobwork Bridge are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Ocean Watch - Relax and let the ocean sweep you away at this charming retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Lovely place!!

Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cottage on Casco Bay

We loved the location and the cabin was more suited for 2 instead of 3 or 4. It really had all of the amenities, but found a few that we’re missing or could have improved our stay, but they were very minor. We would come back and stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Susan M.

ocean waatch

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I already filled out a review, It was not a good stay, I loved seeing the ocean. My husband could not sleep in the same bed with me as the bed was pushed against the wall and it was too heavy for us to move.The bedroom was dreary as one half of the bedroom window was covered with spider webs and it included a large dead spider. We left a day early as it was just too uncomfortable for my husband to sleep on the futon. I would appreciate a refund for the one night.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Brunswick, ME

cozy cottage with stunning view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The covered porch was an ideal spot to watch lobster boats, fishing birds, and even porpoises or to read a book while listening to the waves breaking on the rocks. Set way off the road, the location was very quiet and dog friendly. The cabin itself was tiny, especially the bedroom, but the queen size bed pushed against the wall was comfortable. No dishwasher but gas stove and large fridge. Plug in space heater only so bring warm layers. Two maintenance issues: lots of poison ivy in bushes (leash dogs) and picture window needs replacing since condensation between the double glass obscures view. That said, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily return. It would make an ideal writing/art/meditation retreat for one person.
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2/10 Terrible

Robert N.

We had stayed here about 5 years ago and really loved this rental

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Since our last stay this rental has gone down hill. Do not stay here if you have a bad back as the mattress is way beyond it's comfort level. I spent the last 2 nights here sleeping in the car. My wife got up each morning was little sleep and a back ach. The oven is so dirty that you can't even heat something up without setting off the smoke alarm. The windows are hard to open and one window in the bedroom won't open. The light over the dining table only had one working light bulb. There was only a small trickle of hot water to the kitchen sink and that took for ever. WE heated the water for washing dishes in the kettle and used that. The parking are is over grown and it was hard to unload and load the car along with the steps and path to the cottage. I also think there may be black mold along the flooring at the kitchen sink.This place need much maintenance, and it is not a good valve for over $2,100.00 for a week.If there was anyway we could have got our money back after the first night of trying to sleep on that very, very, bad mattress we would have left.The only good thing this cottage has going for it right now is the front porch. The rental company should advise the future renters for the remainder of the summer about the sleeping conditions, it really ruined our vacation. I also bet this review will not show up on their website!
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Beautiful location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Too short, very comfortable, very clean, fully equipped kitchen.Kitchen a little small and access to bed-from only on side were the only downsides
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Ideal Retreat for One Person

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I spent 4 days at Ocean Watch for a much-needed solo getaway after a very difficult year. The location was perfect: quiet, right on the water where I enjoyed watching the tides, and the sights & sounds. It was just what I needed. There were several occasions when I wished there were binoculars in the house. My major complaint is that the futon in the living room was uncomfortable to sit on. Maybe it's broken, but I could not get the back to stay in an upright position. Given that this was the primary place to sit while watching TV or reading in the cottage, it could use an update. I sat outside on the porch when the weather allowed it, which was heaven! A very minor nit: perhaps a new refrigerator is also in order? While it functions well, it is old and extremely loud. Marcie and Darcie of Maine Stay Vacations were outstanding in communicating with me. They responded quickly to my questions, provided very detailed instructions on checking in and checking out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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4/10 Poor

Susan M.

ocean waatch

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I already filled out a review, It was not a good stay, I loved seeing the ocean. My husband could not sleep in the same bed with me as the bed was pushed against the wall and it was too heavy for us to move.The bedroom was dreary as one half of the bedroom window was covered with spider webs and it included a large dead spider. We left a day early as it was just too uncomfortable for my husband to sleep on the futon. I would appreciate a refund for the one night.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Scott P.

Ocean Watch Again

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The covered porch is the highlight where you can sit and watch the ocean, lobster and sailboats regardless of weather. There is a stone beach steps away and you can walk to the Cribstone Bridge The cottage is old with torn window screens, rotting wood railings and a broken futon sleeper. Maine Stay staff are responsive and helpful.

8/10 Good

Lori D.

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

Hidden gem on the shore

Ocean watch puts you right on the rocky shore to get lost in the ebb and flow of the tides. Easy hikes and good eating nearby. Great communication from the hosts. A bit tricky to find among the other places on the street so glad we arrived in daylight!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Amazing view

Great little cottage with amazing views and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

A Peaceful Getaway by the Water

We sat out every morning and evening listening to the water and watching the fisherman going out and in. It is a lovely location and the cabin is just right for two people. Thank you for a great week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

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

Paradise!

We loved our stay here - breathtaking views, beautiful cottage, very clean with everything you need! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Nice Property

This is a great location with a very nice view. We had a nice stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Our near perfect vacation.....

The property is everything one would expect in a shore front cottage. The sunrise views were gorgeous and the surroundings were quite private and quiet. We have already reserved a week next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Great vacation destination.

Couldn't rave enough about my stay at Ocean Watch. The setting is incredibly beautiful - from sunrise to sunset. Really a magical view. The simple accommodations are comfortable and cozy. The kitchen is nicely stocked, but spent most of my cooking on the grill. Mid coast Maine is very beautiful, and there's not a better seat to view this beauty than Ocean Watch. And the folks at Homes and Harbors couldn't be nicer or more helpful.