OCEAN BREEZE COTTAGE — ACROSS FROM PEMAQUID BEACH (2BR, SLEEPS 4)
A two-bedroom seasonal cottage next door to Laughton House, in Pemaquid Village on Maine`s midcoast — across the road from Pemaquid Beach State Park. Built for small families of 3-4 or two couples who want a real cottage (not a hotel room) with their own kitchen and walkable access to the beach.
THE COTTAGE
Two bedrooms (one queen, one with two twin beds), one full bathroom with tub and shower. A compact full kitchen with oven, stove, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, and basic cookware. Comfortable living area with a Smart TV. Dining table for four. Heater and fan provided.
Outside: a private area with seating, picnic table, garden chairs, and a propane grill. The cottage is uninsulated and seasonal — open roughly April through October.
WHAT`S WALKABLE
• Pemaquid Beach State Park (across the road, 0.2 mi)
• Mimi`s on the Beach for fish tacos (0.2 mi)
• Fort William Henry colonial fort (0.3 mi)
• Maine Kayak for kayaks and SUPs (0.4 mi)
• C.E. Reilly & Son grocery (1 mi)
SHORT DRIVE
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse (3.5 mi). Monhegan Island ferry from New Harbor (1.5 mi). Damariscotta (15 min) for Hannaford grocery, oyster bars, and bookstores. Boothbay Harbor (35 min) for the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and whale-watching.
THE PROPERTY
Ocean Breeze is one of five buildings on the property. Laughton House (the 4-bedroom main house) is next door. Three small one-bedroom cabins (Low Tide, Ebb Tide, High Tide) are tucked in the woods behind the main house in a separate cluster. Each unit is individually bookable, or the whole estate is listed separately. The cottage has its own parking and outdoor space.
ALSO ON SITE
Level 2 EV charger (shared, modest usage fee). Smart TV. Free fiber WiFi. Free parking (1 dedicated spot).
ADDITIONAL INFO
The cottage is uninsulated and seasonal — heaters and fans only, no central HVAC, no in-cottage laundry. The whole property runs on a shared well; please conserve water in late summer. We are not a pet-friendly property (ADA service animals welcome with advance notice — please reach out before booking).
To ensure a wonderful experience for all guests, please note the following:
GENERAL
- Please treat the cottage with care and respect.
- Maximum of 4 guests — no outside visitors without prior approval.
- We are not a pet-friendly property due to allergies and insurance limits. ADA service animals are welcome with advance notice — please contact us before booking to coordinate.
- No smoking indoors. You may smoke outside but please be mindful of other guests and do not dispose of cigarettes in trash.
- No parties or events.
- No commercial photography.
QUIET HOURS
- Please keep noise down between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM out of respect for neighboring guests.
PARKING
- Park in the designated Ocean Breeze `Guest Cottage` parking spot on right side of driveway.
BBQ & OUTDOOR AREAS
- Clean the grill with the wire brush while it`s still hot after each use and turn off the gas at the tank. A $50 cleaning fee applies if the grill is left dirty at checkout.
HEATING & COOLING
- A Rinnai heater and extra blankets are provided for cooler days. Please turn off the heater whenever you leave the cottage.
- Fans are provided for warmer weather.
WATER
- The property runs on well water that can run low during summer droughts. Please conserve water — showers at Pemaquid Beach are a great way to rinse off and save water here.
PLUMBING
- We have a sensitive septic system. Please only flush toilet paper — no wipes, feminine products, or other items.
EARLY CHECK-IN
- We can sometimes accommodate early check-ins for a $50 fee. Please reach out on the day of your arrival to check availability.