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Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island

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Smart TV
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4946 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Portland, ME
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • East End Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Sand Beach
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Peaks Island

In Peaks Island .Stay at this Peaks Island vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Casco Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Richard Boyd Art Gallery. Umbrella Cover Museum and Fifth Maine Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • State Theatre - 31 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • East End Beach - 31 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Thompson's Point - 34 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Sand Beach - 49 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 47 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Scratch Baking Co. - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪North43Bistro - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Speckled Ax - ‬30 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.

Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island

Immerse yourself in a historic 1890s cottage that blends vintage charm with modern comfort. This year-round retreat offers an unparalleled Casco Bay experience.

Highlights:
Stunning bay views
Spacious accommodation for up to 4 guests
Recently renovated with modern amenities
Prime location for island exploration

Seasonal Delights:
Summer: Numerous beaches and spots to enjoy the Maine coast and vibrant city of Portland
Fall: Vibrant foliage and crisp coastal air
Winter: Peaceful, snow-covered landscapes
Special off-season rates available monthly February-May

Amenities:
Fully stocked kitchen with gas stove
Large master bedroom
Convenient Murphy bed
Back courtyard with grill
Campfire area with Adirondack chairs

Modern Comforts:
Wireless internet
Washer and dryer
Split air conditioning
Hardwood floors throughout

This Peaks Island cottage promises an unforgettable escape. Book now and experience the magic of island living!

Portland STR License: STHR-006413-2024

Property manager

Lorna Gagnon

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 946 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Murphy bed in living room area

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STHR-006413-2024

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Adorable Peaks Peaks
Adorable Peaks Island Cottage Peaks Island
Adorable Peaks Island Cottage Private vacation home
Adorable Peaks Island Cottage Private vacation home Peaks Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.1 mi (54-min drive) away from the Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi (40-min drive) from East End Beach and 5.3 mi (43-min drive) from Landing Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island to downtown Peaks Island?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Peaks Island.

Welcome to Happy Place on Peaks Island Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island Getaway

We had a great time staying at the cottage! The hosts were very attentive and quick to respond back. There are cameras at the front and back which can feel a little invasive at first, but we got used to them pretty quickly. We loved that we could play games, read, and just hang out with a beautiful view of the ocean, especially from the second floor windows! The security deposit was kinda steep but the house was beautiful and in a perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was our happy place!

A perfect, peaceful cottage that was clean and comfortable. My husband and I enjoyed our week. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Above and beyond

Unlike most VRBO type rentals thatdon't quite live up to the photos, the pictures of this house don't do it justice. In a word, exquisite.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage near the sea

Peaks Island Hapoy Place is a lovely cottage with lots of amenities. Although is dates back to the 1809’s it is modernized and high tech. A lovely place to spend time.
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Refreshing Home on Peaks Island

We have travelled to Peaks Island each summer for about 15 years and this is one of the premier homes that we have rented. The completely renovated home offers plenty of natural light and open space. The location makes for easy access to TEIA but is not in a high traffic area (busy season). The water view and outdoor furniture are great for evening dinners. Will definitely pursue this property for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

Very nice , clean and comfortable !!
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah C., New York

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect House

What an adorable house. We booked this house for our wedding week and used it for my girls and I to get ready the morning of our wedding. My parents own a house down the road and it was really nice staying in a new house on the island. We were very happy and comfortable there. The house is full of windows so there's a ton of natural light coming in. The couch isn't the comfiest but you shouldn't be spending much time on it if you're here for vacation! Check in was easy. There are two bikes outside and a fire pit. It was a perfect week. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little escape!

We had a wonderful 2 wk stay at Our Happy Place! This cozy home had everything we needed. We Uber'd from airport to ferry and used the 2 bikes as our main transportation for our stay (kids brought bikes) and we never rented a car. This area is relatively active in the summer with cyclists, walkers, and golf carts and the neighbors enjoy keeping up their landscaping in the am, so we were thankful to be able to shut the windows and use AC in the mornings to sleep in! We really enjoyed the Adirondack chairs out front and beautiful water views! No problems with water pressure or hot water. Super thankful for the washer/dryer and dishwasher that were all working well and in pristine condition (there is no longer a laundromat on Peaks). We thoroughly enjoyed Centennial Beach (nearby property owners have a "private beach" sign posted in an attempts to keep tourists away, but it is NOT private, so don't let that scare you. Everybody has a right to enjoy the ocean and the City has a ROW from Island Ave straight down to the water :) ) We had a few minor questions and the owners were super fast to respond! We've been coming to Peaks since the early 2000's and this might've been our favorite home that we've stayed at! Would 100% book again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Return visit

My wife and our now 1 1/2 year old returned for another vacation at this property. We loved the property so much last year that we decided to return. It’s the perfect size and location for my family. Would happily return a 3rd time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dorothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cons of staying at Happy Cottage.

We enjoyed the Cottage, it was very pleasant. But, we had an issue with the cameras being on in the front yard and back yard during our stay. We felt like this was very intrusive. We were asked to wash and dry the towels we used and to take our trash to the transfer station before we left. We thought with the price we were paying for cleaning that this should not have been our responsibility. Also the charcoal grill out back was a filthy mess and we did not even want to use it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaks Island

Fantastic! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

Liked: Cleanliness

First island visit

Never visited Peaks Island before nor stayed on an island. The cottage was high style.....my wife and i felt like we spent our 40th anniversary in a Hallmark movie!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet cottage

This was a sweet cottage. Clean with everything you need. So open and bright. Since Oct visit this year, chilly one morning so the heating unit was a great bonus. Also loved the entry system, made it easier not worrying about key.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, quiet and comfortable

While the weather was a bit rainy, the house was a welcome refuge. We loved the location and the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth G., Portland, ME, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing island getaway

We had such a wonderful week on Peaks! My husband and I absolutely loved this sweet home and it was the perfect space to both prepare for and decompress after our island wedding. The house was peaceful, well appointed, clean, and cozy. Lorna was wonderful about communicating and even accommodated our request to extend our stay when we wanted to squeeze in one last sunny day on the island. Thank you for making the best week of our lives even better!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Swarthmore PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect One BR Cottage on Peaks

What a great stay. My wife and I spent the month of August in this nicely updated one bedroom cottage. I worked remotely part of the time - wifi is strong and reliable. And I had a great view of the water across the street the whole time. We enjoyed the fire pit out front, rode our bikes into town for coffee in the morning, and woke up to a view of the water from our bed each morning. It even has AC for when the temps get a bit too much. Dishwasher, washer/dryer make things easier for a longer stay. We recommend this beautiful cottage unreservedly.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

This was a great place to relax, sit outdoors, bike into town, explore the island. I love Peaks Island and wanted a place I could stay for awhile by myself. This was perfect. I especially loved the kitchen and all the cookware there. Peaks Island and Portland have amazing restaurants, but I also cooked for myself. On the days that I didn't feel like adventuring much, I enjoyed some quite time on the back patio. Was shaded and very relaxing.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

I’m a long-time renter on Peaks Island and this place is hands down my favorite. My wife and I needed a place just for us and a 9-month old and this was perfect. I’d highly recommend it if it’s just 2 of you or with small children. We’re looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

We had a great time on Peaks! the house was clean and well appointed, would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Friendly Location

We had a great week on Peak’s! Property was perfect for our family of 4. Location was perfect. Quiet with great views. Lorna was a great host. Would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Niranja A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little house

House was clean and well maintained. Everything was as listed in the description. The house is situated in a very quiet side of the Island but easy ride/walk to the ferry dock area. We stayed a week and made couple of visits to Portland for meals and some shopping
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben K., Bluemont

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect break away

I’m Rate this rental 💯! Very clean has everything you need. Very peaceful island Would come back definitely. Make sure you take note local food store shuts it has every thing you need. Also get to ferry a bit earlier than you think if bringing car back and forth
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space, great location

Perfectly situated on Island Avenue, with a beautiful view of the water. The house itself was cozy and well-kept. We'll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021