Peaks Island Maine Seaside Cottage: hot tub/roof decks/4 season

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12130 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Portland, ME

Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal26 min drive
Cross Insurance Arena28 min drive
State Theatre28 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1st floor Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Back Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Foyer Futon

1 Single Futon

Foyer ottoman cot

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room Ottoman Cot

1 Double Sofa Bed

Maine Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor

+1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Guest lavatory (2nd Floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Third floor

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

9a checkout, 5p checkin for extra COVID cleaning and airing out. Summer 7 day minimm (year-round 2 night min except holidays with 3-5 night min)

Gather with loved ones at Selkies' Rest: Cozy 4 season Peaks Island cottage overlooks crashing waves with panoramic ocean views/sounds from every room. Roof decks+porches+hot tub+.4 mile walk to ferry. Explore Peaks or hit Portland's thriving food/music scene. Fully equipped: gourmet kitchen, fireplace, board games, music, books, garden, outdoor hot tub, & indoor jacuzzi.

The turn onto Whitehead Street offers breathtaking ocean views of the cliffs on Cushing's Island. It stops island visitors in their tracks. Out come the cameras.

That view can be yours, in abundance, and from every room. Selkies' Rest Cottage offers four decks/porches (all with water views), a hot tub, indoor jacuzzi, clawfoot tub, luxury glass shower, two queen beds, two twin beds, a futon and a sofabed (both full), and two fold-out ottoman cots to sleep as many as 12 (if everyone is very friendly!) in 1400 efficient square feet of indoor space split across 3 floors. Enjoy a guest suite and home office on the ground floor, kitchen, dining, and seating areas on the main floor, and two bedrooms on the 3rd floor.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: Selkies' Rest is a .4 mile walk from the Peaks Island ferry landing, so you're close to all the restaurants and shops that "Down Front" offers so don't have to deal with bringing a car on the crowded summer ferries. (Most Peaks rentals with ocean views/crashing waves/wave sounds require a car to access).

CAPACITY: Nightly rental fee includes 5 free additional guests (total of 6).
Extra guests are permitted (per person/per night fee) up to a total of 12, BUT, Selkies' is a SMALL 1400 sq ft cottage on 3 floors. Dining table seats up to 10. Please carefully review bed arrangements, which include a futon, a pull out couch, and two very small (24" wide) ottoman fold-out cots in shared spaces (1st floor home office, living room).

NO EVENTS: parties/gatherings/casual visitors prohibited - they're uninsured

NO AC AND NO TV: by design and for the environment. just open windows and doors and let sea breezes do the job for you.

NO SMOKING/VAPING: Smoking, vaping, cigars, any evidence of any flame STRICTLY prohibited anywhere in/on property: $500 penalty per violation

Property manager

Laura Fitton

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Beach view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

NOT CHILDPROOFED heights/open stairs/outlets/glass

Events

No events allowed

Includes casual gatherings, hair & makeup, photos

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Any flames prohibited inside and outside $500 fine

By booking I confirm I READ and ACCEPTED all listing details, rules, and promise to PAY all applicable fines here: https://----------------

I agree to no parties/gatherings, no extra visitors (even in yard), no fire hazards, keeping sand out of the home and hot tub, no pets

By booking I confirm I READ and UNDERSTOOD details of all bedding arrangements and capacity info in the listing and planning guide.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Includes casual gatherings, hair & makeup, photos

This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Peaks Island

Located in Peaks Island, this cottage is in the city centre and by the sea. Portland Head Light and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mackworth Island State Park and Little John Island Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Merrill Auditorium or Cross Insurance Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Portland, ME

What's nearby

Sand Beach - 6 min drive
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 26 min drive
Cross Insurance Arena - 28 min drive
State Theatre - 28 min drive
Thompson's Point - 32 min drive

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 39 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

Luke's Lobster Portland Pier - 27 min drive
Lolita-Munjoy Hill - 28 min drive
Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - 27 min drive
The Porthole - 27 min drive
Twelve - 28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaks Island Maine Seaside Cottage: hot tub/roof decks/4 season pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaks Island Maine Seaside Cottage: hot tub/roof decks/4 season?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaks Island Maine Seaside Cottage: hot tub/roof decks/4 season?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaks Island Maine Seaside Cottage: hot tub/roof decks/4 season located?

Located in the heart of Peaks Island, this cottage is steps away from Casco Bay and Fifth Maine Museum. Umbrella Cover Museum and House Island are also within 15 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Jodi O.

11 Mar 2024

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bugs & Dirt & Food on Dishes in Cabinet-Unacceptable

The photos representing this home are not remotely accurate. Those photos must be from a decade ago. I have photos of the trip I experienced, and the house was dirty, dusty, needed a lot of maintenance and there were live bugs crawling on the floors. I contacted host and she was angry that I didn't stay in her house and let her mediate the situation. I had two days to enjoy away from daily stresses and I paid a significant amount of money for a rental that wasn't the rental I had expectations of staying at. Hosts should not be allowed to rent properties that don't receive proper care; it isn't fair to the person renting. I tried reporting to VRBO and they said contact host, and did nothing so I will never use this service again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard C.

11 Nov 2023

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

Relaxing Island getaway

This beautiful home on the quiet island was a wonderful balance to relax with quiet off season island life while being walking distance to the ferry and city. The market on the island had everything needed to eat in and the home had everything needed to make us feel right at home. The sun rises were a gorgeous site to see from the decks or from the nearby island point.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorean H.

28 Sept 2023

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

Great getaway

What a wonderful place to hang out with friends for a couple of days.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie O., Baldwinsville, NY

18 Sept 2023

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

Lobster Get Away

The house was perfect and location was beautiful. We found this property by chance, as we weren't looking to stay on the island originally. We are so glad we did. The walk to the ferry was very convenient, and the walk around the island was stunning. The house was clean, functional and had an amazing view. It couldn't have worked out any better. We look forward to returning again!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

caleb s.

9 Aug 2023

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

short stay success

Charming house close to the ferry line. Great location to two public access beaches. We didn’t need to rent a golf cart since it’s so close to the ferry. You can rent one per hour to your the island. We didn’t bother bringing a car over - overnight parking was easy on Portland side. We were looking for something different and this was a perfect fit for our brief stay. Kids loved playing board games, exploring the beaches, and of course the ferry rides. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laura Fitton

Purchasing a seaside home was a lifelong dream, sharing it with you is a great pleasure.

Why they chose this property

I knew immediately that this was the right home to realize my lifelong dream of living by the sea because the unique location gives it the feeling of oceanfront without the risks of direct frontage or a flood zone.

What makes this property unique

Selkies' Rest is a cozy and lovingly appointed year-round home that's absolutely gorgeous inside and out. Her location by the crashing waves of a favorite rocky outcropping makes for spectacular sights and sounds. You can see the ocean from every room - even in the basement - and there are 4 decks for getting outside to soak it all in. Speaking of soaking, you can end each night stargazing from your own private hot tub. This vacation home truly has everything.