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Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"

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A room with a wooden ceiling, a large sliding glass door leading to a deck, and a blue mat at the entrance.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, two windows with blinds, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A single evergreen tree by a calm body of water with a rainbow in the background.
A room with a wooden floor, a white door, and a window with blinds.
A two-story house with a balcony, a front porch, and a garage.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located right on the beach, this 1-bedroom apartment accommodates 2 guests. Enjoy ocean views from the patio and explore nearby hiking, biking, and kayaking opportunities. The property sits near a marina and golf facilities, with attractions like the Owls Head Transportation Museum and Breakwater Vineyards close by.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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South Thomaston, ME
  • Place, Owls Head Transportation Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockland Harbor Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

About this property

Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"

Recently constructed private "guest room plus" (suite) attached to enchanting seaside cottage. This delightful addition has its own separate entrance and includes a large bedroom with Queen size bed, cathedral ceiling and fir flooring from a historic home. Go down the small, pine-paneled hall and you will find a new bathroom with oversized shower and beautiful pine paneling. There is a pantry which houses a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Keurig coffee maker. There is no cooking stove although an outside gas grill is available for cooking upon request. From the outside you enter the suite through a sliding atrium door off your own 8' x 16' cedar deck that faces south and the spectacular view afforded by the Mussel Ridge Channel, Pleasant Beach and numerous islands. This location is visually stunning. Sit on the deck and watch the lobster boats, colorful buoys, birds or occasional rainbow and smell the salt air. If you're lucky enough to be there during a full moon...you'll remember it always. For those wanting to kayak you can launch your kayak directly from our front yard which abuts Pleasant Beach in a sheltered cove of Penobscot Bay. Walking and climbing the boulders strewn along the shoreline are popular pastimes for those who visit this area along with wonderful birding and photographic opportunities. We are situated 100 feet from the bay and 100 yards from the mouth of the Weskeag River, which is a popular attraction for both kayakers and fishermen alike. This property is conveniently located within a 30-minute drive of Rockland, Rockport, Camden and Port Clyde. Nearby attractions include the Farnsworth Art Museum, Owls Head Transportation Museum, several lighthouses and a plethora of shops, restaurants, lobster shacks and art galleries. Mt. Desert Island is but two hours north. Wifi is included. We do not accept pets, and smoking is not permitted on the property. The owners reside in the main cottage during the summer months to remain responsive to renter's questions/needs.

Why stay in a hotel when you can have a real experience Maine in the beauty of this delightful oceanfront cottage?

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please bag your trash and returnables in plastic bags provided, above washer/dryer unit. Leave key on dresser. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All guests MUST FOLLOW, AND SATISFY, MAINE MANDATES FOR THOSE ENTERING MAINE FROM DOMESTIC TRAVEL. Go to Maine.gov (SEE COVID-19: Travel). Thank you.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1007407vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this apartment is on the beach. Owls Head Transportation Museum and General Henry Knox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum. Maine State Prison Store and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

  • Owls Head Transportation Museum - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Birch Point Beach State Park - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Sandy Beach - 16 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Primo - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Alaska Captain - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Honey's Fried Chicken Palace - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite" located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Thomaston apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Birch Point Beach and Birch Point Beach State Park. Lucia Beach and Sandy Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 77 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were warm and welcoming; the ocean view was breathtaking. The space was super clean, and felt fresh and new. We also loved sitting on the porch watching the stars at night and swimming at the beach. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% as advertised. Great location, room and views. Close to everything and the hosts were very kind and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean view. The cottage was extremely clean. Marc and Sue were incredible hosts, very accommodating, friendly, and helpful with local attractions and dining. We had an amazing stay and we would definitely book again. A real gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark and Susan were great hosts. Rental was wonderful, close to ocean, very relaxing. The full moon view was amazing. I hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic hosts!! Wonderful accommodations!! Beautiful oceanfront property! Enjoyed watching lobster boats in action; and visiting many nearby attractions such as McLoons Lobster, Morning in Maine Schooner Sail; Farnsworth Art Museum; Lighthouse Museum.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Happy to hear you folks enjoyed your stay Paul. Spoke with Mike from Bittersweet. Said to say Hi and told me he has your old mooring. Hope we see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Marc and Susan gave great recommendations for the area. Space was clean and as advertised. Great views and we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting you folks. Other than your “fender bender” we hope you enjoyed everything else.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marc and Susan are great hosts. We loved our midcoast Maine experience in their one bedroom suite. Thank you for sharing your incredible views and central location with us!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Kudos for your ability to balance your work and play throughout the week. Here’s hoping we see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay was a true gem we found. The hosts are awesome with great conversations and suggestions to our stay. This was by far the best VRBO we ever have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you folks. Enjoyed the chats and hearing about your impressions of the local scene and other areas you visited during your stay in Maine. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet area, pretty views and located close to Rockland and Camden. Room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend by the Sea

We loved the cottage! What a special place. We give Marc and Susan 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Nice to see you again, Deborah. Hope you return soon….now that you have a swimming spot.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Frendly. Very clean, and well maintained. A nice quiet place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was beautiful. We were looking for a quiet spot on the water. It was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding hosts and cottage view

The hosts were delightful and very helpful. We stayed 4 nights and wished we had stayed longer. The guest room cottage was charming and the views were spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2024
We enjoyed chatting with you folks and seeing the wonderful photos of your home/farm. Glad you had a pleasant stay. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet cozy rental with ocean view

Sparkling clean, warm and cozy suite with great shower and kitchenette. Very friendly owners who went out of their way for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
We enjoyed our discussions with you folks. Glad you had pleasant weather to explore the area. Come back and visit! Marc and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location

Waking up in the morning and looking across the water is a magnificent experience The cottage is clean efficient and in an ideal location Mark is the ultimate host and I promised him I would definitely Return next year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
It was a pleasure meeting you and I hope that the second leg of your visit to Maine went smoothly. You’ve experienced a tropical storm here in Maine so may the force be with you for the remainder of your trip. Hope we see you again. Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful spot towards the end of a dead end road. Great views! And very quiet. Great location for exploring the area, but we didn’t go far from the Adirondack chairs steps from the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
I really enjoyed meeting you both and am delighted you enjoyed your trip to Maine. Come back and see us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful lil time

Relaxing and quiet, right on the water
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine

The room was very clean everything we needed they had cups, plates, mini fridge etc, Perfect location everything in the description Was spot on. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect July 4th Getaway

The tranquil coastal location is the perfect setting for a relaxing vacation. The suite has everything needed for a comfortable stay plus an amazing view. Plenty of sightseeing and outdoor activities in the area or just chill by the water in the adirondack chairs. We enjoyed chatting with our wonderful hosts about the area's history and Marc's restaurant reservations were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2023
Chris, we’re delighted you folks had an enjoyable visit. You packed a lot into your stay and we hope you’ll return so you can visit some more of your “must sees”. Stay well. Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Get Away

I could not be happier with my stay at this beautiful guest room in a peaceful environment. Marc and Susan are perfect hosts. It is ideally located and a welcome respite at the end of a busy day. I recommend this spot highly!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
Cecelia, We were delighted to meet you and your family. Your familiarity with the area allowed you to experience lots in a short period of time. We hope you will return in the future and we look forward to seeing you again. Marc and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September 2024

Enjoyed our stay in South Thomaston guest room very much. The view of the ocean from the room is beautiful. Marc and Susan were perfect hosts. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2024
It was a real pleasure to meet you both and we hope you’ll return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stellar Views

We enjoyed 5 quiet, peaceful nights here. Can’t beat the views. Marc is very responsive and accommodating. You won’t go wrong staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
We enjoyed meeting you both and hope the balance of your vacation is most enjoyable. Safe travels. Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Thomaston Getaway

What a great place to stay! It is tranquil and quiet yet close to many great places to see, to eat, and to explore. Perfect for those who love to hike, watch birds, or sit and relax with a book. Marc was a wonderful host, full of great ideas on where to go and what to see. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Debbie, Kudos to you for packing in so much in your time here. And you had a variety of weather…sun, fog, rain…and a rainbow to boot! Glad you enjoyed your stay. We enjoyed meeting you very much and hope you’ll return. Marc and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this cozy cottage is any beach lovers delight! The cottage was extremely clean and the hosts were extremely generous with what they provided. Aside from being very kind people, they were very concerned about our comfort and experience. I highly recommend this beautiful place when in the Rockland area. It’s far enough away from a busy summer town filled with people but close enough to go there whenever you want. I know that when I go back to Maine, I will stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Happy to hear you folks enjoyed your “ironing-free” stay. Enjoyed meeting you both and look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot

It's the perfect spot to explore an incredibly beautiful part of Maine. Every inch of this wee cottage is carefully designed to maximize guests' comfort and convenience. And, we could not have had a kinder host who was always willing to provide great recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
You folks certainly did your planning and were able to see a lot during your stay here in Maine. It was a pleasure meeting you both and we hope you’ll return again.

About the host

Hosted by Marc Long

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We have spent summers in Maine for more than 20 years, and purchased this cottage in 2002 with an eye towards retiring here during the summer months. We have been doing renovations to this alluring little cottage since we took ownership. Our renovations are nearly complete and recently included the addition of a separate living suite in the attached wing. This wing affords us the benefit of using the cottage while ensuring privacy for ourselves and our guests. We are still in the process of repurposing a small building (which was moved from a nearby strawberry farm) for our use as a woodworking shop.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is nestled among a small community of cottages, most of which have been in the same family for generations. There is history here along with spectacular coastal views. It’s an ideal spot to read, kayak, or simply watch the sailboats and lobster boats.

What makes this property unique

We are fortunate in that our property includes a large, flat open lot directly in front of our cottage. It abuts the beach and is south facing making it a wonderful place to enjoy the sun and the bay/beach. It is uniquely convenient for those wishing to launch and store their kayaks.

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