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Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Lincolnville, ME
  • Popular LocationWaldo County General Hospital8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelfast City Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelfast Harbor11 min drive
  • AirportBangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)67 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Lincolnville

On the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Waldo County General Hospital and Belfast City Park. Parent Gallery and Belfast Historical Society and Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Waldo County General Hospital - 8 min drive
  • Belfast City Park - 9 min drive
  • Belfast Historical Society and Museum - 10 min drive
  • Northern Lights Gallery - 10 min drive
  • Belfast Harbor - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 10 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 10 min drive
  • Belfast Co-op - 10 min drive
  • Nautilus - 10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay

Built in 1912, this charming Maine costal house has been the vacation home for 3 generations of the same family. Together with the two bedroom/one bath carriage house on the property (an extra charge of $800/week if you'd like to add it), this retreat is now available to rent for larger gatherings. We can accommodate 10 in the main house with the carriage house accommodating 4 more.

Perched on a hill a few minutes walk from the historic costal village of Bayside, the main house offers 300 feet of private shore frontage. From nearly every room of the house views of the majestic Penobscot Bay stretch out before you.

The main house, an arts and crafts turn of the century home, has been left untouched, only restored and updated by the same family. On the second floor it features 5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large family media room (with a queen sized sofa bed) and a open landing that doubles as a play area under vaulted beamed ceilings. The master bedroom features a fireplace and a generous bathroom - with a shower and separate tub overlooking the sea. Each bedroom also comes with high quality linens and 2 renovated shared bathrooms. The media room comes equipped with apple tv, Direct TV, Netflix, and VHS/DVD with an array of movies to keep everyone entertained.

On the ground floor there is an open plan kitchen with a large double oven/stove, communal table, dishwasher and an incredible modified ice box that is original to the house and functions now as a very large fridge . There are plates and cutlery along with every form of cooking utensil. Adjoining the kitchen is a separate bar/wash area with microwave. The adjacent dinning room is astounding with a large arts and crafts table overlooking the porch and sea with a working fireplace. The living room comes off this, with comfortable leather club chairs and sofas around another large fireplace. There is also a home office with printer and desk. There is high speed internet throughout the house. Each of all these rooms leads to a wrap around covered porch that beautifully frames the ocean view complete with white wicker furniture along with a teak picnic table perfect for outdoor dinning. In the basement there is a laundry room with washer and dryer. There is also an abundant supply of fireplace logs in the basement, as well as a second, modern fridge.

Surrounding the house are lush gardens and lawns complete with a fire pit. The front lawn comes with a full turning circle and multiple parking spaces. The front gate is made by a local artist in the Adirondack camp style. We've left a ping pong table on the porch for your enjoyment.

To the left of the house is a separate guest carriage house with a self contained apartment above it. There are 2 double bedrooms, living room, a self contained kitchen and bathroom complete with a shower/bathtub. This is perfect for a small family or friends wishing to join in on a holiday but also allowing them to have their own privacy. There is an additional fee of $800 per week of the use of the 2-bedroom Carriage House.

There is a private walkway and stairs down to the beach from the bottom of the garden where you can enjoy the lovely Penobscot Bay. Sit on the large deck and spot porpoise and seals, beach comb, kayak, or swim, as the bay is normally wonderfully calm.

* Dishwasher
* DVD
* Fireplace
* Gas Grill
* High Speed Internet
* Ironing Board and Iron
* Microwave
* Sat. TV
* Stereo
* VCR
* Washer-Dryer


Keywords: Elegant, Idyllic, Charming, Spacious, Multi-family, Ocean Front Mansion

Property manager

Suzanne Rico Dubrow

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 47
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 47.

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay
Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay Northport

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 27.5 mi (42-min drive) away from the Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay ?

As of May 14, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay on May 19, 2024 start from $1,250.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay to downtown Lincolnville?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Bayside.

Gorgeous Oceanfront Retreat on Penobscot Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Maine Home
Suzanne was a wonderful host, and the property was very unique, historical and beautiful. The porch overlooking the ocean was the place to be when not in front of one of the many fireplaces. Surprisingly close to restaurants, bars and things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical home
This is such a beautiful historic home! The location is great. The views are superb. It really feels that you are staying in a family HOME and not a generic rental. We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

La a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super week!
The porch with the best view ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bowen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Porch in Maine!
We had a group of 5 couples from college get together and we had the BEST time! The house was charming and the views from the back porch and dock were two of the most beautiful scenes imaginable. A lot to do in surrounding towns but access from highway is easy. Suzanne offered a lot of ideas and help of things to do in the area as well. Can’t recommend this place enough for a group!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G., Pasadena, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot on the bay
We had a wonderful stay at this classic old Maine house. Great location - away from the crowds on the water. Spectacular porch with view of boats and the bay. Rooms were large and comfortable. We and our adult children were able to explore the area and look forward to coming back to our lovely old house. We spent a night before Hurricane Lee with wind howling, but the house was stable and quiet. Suzanne the host was ver accommodating and concerned fir our welfare and made sure we were happy and safe. We would love to go back any time and highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Great location for family vacation. Fantastic back porch used for morning coffee and evening drinks, ping pong tourneys and relaxing dinners. Quirky older home with lots of nooks to discover. Large enough that eight adults could easily find a quiet space to work or read or just get away from everyone else. Easy access to beach (steep steps but with hand rails all the way).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pace L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning View
We spent virtually all of our time on the wonderful porch overlooking the bay. It was mesmerizing and we loved every minute of it. A pair of eagles flew past regularly at eye level, which was really special. Suzanne was exceptionally helpful when we had questions and was a fantastic host. We had a magical time in Bayside.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
multi-generation family vacation
We picked the perfect house for our first trip to Maine! The house was ideally located on a pristine bay with clear and calm water. It has the best porch I have ever seen in any house, anywhere in the world- absolutely spectacular views of the bay. The best place to drink your morning coffee, eat all of your meals, play ping pong and have your evening drinks! The house was well-furnished and had everything we needed. We also rented the carriage house for the week for the extra space because there were so many of us. The small adjacent village of Bayside is a delight and nearby Belfast has everything you need without being overrun by tourist kitsch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view in the best location
Best porch in Maine. Beautiful view. Water front. Short walk to the center of Bayside, dock and playground. Very family friendly. Overall we were very happy with the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Maine Getaway
We had the most incredible stay in this beautiful home. It looks incredible in the listing photos and is even better in real life. Suzanne was a wonderful host and so easy to work with. The views from this stunning home are just spectacular. We loved our time here and were sad to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022