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CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head

Owls Head vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
TV
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Owls Head, ME
  • Place, Owls Head State Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Owls Head Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockland Harbor Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Owls Head

In Owls Head .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Owls Head vacation home, you'll find Owls Head State Park and Owls Head Lighthouse. Also, Crescent Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Lucia Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Owls Head State Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Owls Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Myrtle St. Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Primo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rock Harbor Pub & Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trackside Station - ‬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.

CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head

**New property for 2026!!

ROOM LAYOUT:
1st Floor- Kitchen, Living Room, Sun porch with dining table and Twin daybed, Full bedroom, Full bathroom with tub/shower, Deck
2nd Floor-  King primary bedroom with sitting area, Washer/ Dryer, Half Bathroom

DOGS PERMITTED? Sorry, no dogs are permitted at this property.

Enjoy a private beach at this rare waterfront cottage! 

Sweeping views of the Mussel Ridge Channel, Owls Head harbor and the Atlantic Ocean from every window. Enjoy the gentle, soothing sound of the ocean while you relax in this unique, stylish cottage. Perfect for a small family or couples wanting a relaxing vacation.

Just 18 feet from a secluded, clean and private pebble beach; Castlewood Cottage is cozy, quintessential Maine coast cottage. It sits almost in the beach, but still allows for privacy. It was completely renovated recently and is beautifully appointed. Exquisite detailing throughout! 

New kitchen with granite counter tops, new appliances (dish drawer, microwave drawer, gas stove and oven, refrigerator, Keurig and toaster. Outside there is a stainless steel, gas grill to prepare a perfect meal while taking in the view.

The living room has a 51” Flatscreen Smart TV, Hampton Gas Stove, and a back up Rinnai heating system. The sun porch serves as a dining area, but also has a small day bed for additional sleeping. (1 person)

The main level has a full tub/shower bath, as well as, a cozy bedroom which offers a double bed.

On the second floor, you will find the Primary Suite- a King size bed, two dressers, a large closet, washer and dryer, a 51” flat screen TV, a 1/2 bath, and a comfortable sitting area with breaktaking views.

Throughout the cottage is WiFi, Direct TV, Airplay Surround Sound and Apple TV.

Castlewood Cottage is walking distance to the Owls Head Post Office, the Owls Head Lighthouse and the General Store (home of Food Networks award winning “Seven Napkin Burger.”).
Owls Head is also minutes from downtown Rockland, for all major restaurants, (including Primo, recipient of the 2013 James Beard Award), museums, library, movie theatre, food shopping, galleries and boutiques. The cottage is also 13 miles from downtown Camden Maine; perfect for sunset sails, lunch on the docks and charming shops. 

Drive to Birch State Park, The Samoset Resort & Gold Club in Rockport and the Owls Head Transportation Museum. 

The Knox County Regional Airport : 7 min away
Bus lines to Boston leave from Rockland. 

Private road with long drive way and ample parking.

BEACH CLASSIFICATION: We have categorized this property as having or being near a sandy beach. More specifically for this property - there is a private beach steps away. The closest public beaches are Crescent Beach, Birch Point Beach State Park, and Crocketts Beach are within 5 minutes from the property. You can walk a 1/2 mile to Owls Head State Park Lighthouse where there are some small beaches as well. 

NEED EXTRA ROOM? Just a short distance away, is a quaint comfortable apartment, which can accommodate another couple (2 guests), while remaining close to the rest of the group, but you need to drive there. It is called the Owls Head Guest Suite Click HERE to visit the property page. 
Or within walking distance is our Juniper Bank rental which sleeps 6- HERE.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head to the airport?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi (6-min drive) away from the Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.5 mi (5-min drive) from Crescent Beach and 4.4 mi (14-min drive) from Lucia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head to downtown Owls Head?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Owls Head.

CASTLEWOOD COTTAGE - Town of Owls Head Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 135 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We've been vacationing here in the fall for a number of years. It is just perfect - the house, the view, the area!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect for us. It was clean and comfortable and well appointed. The location is private and the views are spectacular. Nice beach too. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and the best bedroom I have ever stayed in on VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waking up to sunrise over the water and nearby harbor is so nice. The house has everything possibly needed if you just want to chill out at home, which we did frequently, and we're not talking about garage-sale finds for pots, pans, dishware, cooking utensils, etc. It is all very nice stuff and the kitchen has good, quality appliances, too. The entire home is absolutely nice inside and out. Well cared for. The bed was quite comfy which is very important to a good trip. Although it seems remote, it is not more than 15 minutes' drive to a number of decent places to eat. If you want to explore, the sky is the limit in the area. We've been to Maine a number of times though and do tire quickly of the salty prices for very average food. Nonetheless, we had plenty of it though. We found many restaurants do not keep advertised hours meaning they were closed when we got there. This led to at least one amazing discovery for food and another on the exact opposite end of the desirable spectrum! It was the end of the season when we arrived, so some places mostly just shutdown.The owner, Gordon, was thoughtfully communicative about travel, check-in and was hands-off after we arrived (thanks). This is great place to stay and is every bit as beautiful as any of the photos. We highly recommend this property. You'll be far happier here than being stuck in any of the nearby tourist trap communities. Thank you again for this beautiful property.
Sunrise (almost)
Bare necessities for visit to Maine
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope L.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, beautiful location. It doesn’t get much better than this.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

chad p.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage over exceeded my expectations! Beautiful cottage and perfect location. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D., Ann Arbor, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Castlewood Cottage! Life was perfect for our week in Owls Head. Views were breathtaking at all times of the day. Cottage was absolutely charming. Hoping to return to this picturesque haven.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this cottage on the water, an idyllic retreat!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check-in was effortless. The location is pristine, and the house is very comfortable.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely love staying at this property! It’s a great location if you want privacy but close to town. Absolutely beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quaint, cozy cottage with amazing views. Clean, nicely decorated, and had everything we needed for our stay. Great master bedroom with amazing view overlooking the bay (great views from all rooms). A nice peaceful place to relax after spending a few days at Acadia and Bar Harbor. We all enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E., Ashville, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

Close to rockland and port Clyde. Amazing property on the water of a beautiful lobstering harbor. It was our second stay and we are planning another next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a delight

This was our fifth year staying a month and we didn’t want to leave! Staying here is a delight. The setting and views are unmatched in mid-coast Maine. The house is charming, well decorated and fully equipped. We have booked for next year for a month, and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a Pleasure

Thank you to Gordon and Jim for sharing this place. It truly is a gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa and Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spiritual

An amazing place to relax and just be. Communication with owners excellent! A true gem of the midcoast!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay at Owl's Head

Our 4th time staying here and hasn't disappointed yet. A perfect couples getaway. Right on water, close to all theOwl's Head/Rockland area has to offer but with a secluded feel. Owners are awesome with great communication.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Still stunning..

This was a mother/son retreat and my sixth stay at Castlewood. I am still amazed at this stunning location and G continues to be a most gracious host! My stay was comfortable as always and I look forward to creating more memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter wonderland

Always a great, unique pleasure to stay ere. The hosts are fantastic and the house is better than advertised. Looking for to another return trip next year!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

katemotte m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Maine Coast Stay!

We had a lovely time at your stunning cottage, we will definitely be back. Thank you for all the special touches and hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gray M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Repeat stay in idyllic Owl’s Head

Our third season in Owl’s Head. Our alternative to anti-depressants. Recharges us for the next 12 months!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Wilton, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Heaven

We had such an amazing time at this beautiful home overlooking the ocean. The home was cozy, very clean, has everything you could possibly need and the views simply spectacular. Listening to the lobster boats puttering out of the harbor, watching shore birds running along the beach and the evening sunsets were simply magical. So quiet and peaceful. We even saw a bald eagle land in the maple tree next to the house -- now you don't see THAT everyday. We hope to return again soon!!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S., Skillman, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fifth year at Castlewood

The fact that we have chosen to book Castlewood Cottage five times should tell much of the story. It is a truly lovely, well maintained, perfectly situated vacation home. Book without concerns, just not when WE want to book it!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024