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1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff

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The Mainstay's Front Porch Overlooking The Ocean
The Front Porch - great for breakfast in the sun!
View from the front porch - Diamonds On The Water!
The Stove In The Dining room
One Of The Livingroom's Window Seats

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Bailey Island, ME
  • Place, Mackerel Cove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Mackerel Cove Lot
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Land's End Gift Shop
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Child Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Upstairs

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff

This Maine summer cottage on Bailey Island sits on a high bluff overlooking the ocean. First bought by great, great grandparents on their honeymoon trip, it has been in the family for over 125 years. The bedrooms are beautiful, the dining room is large and sunny, and the view is spectacular! Enjoy sitting on the covered porch with a cup of coffee in the morning, watching the sun rise “out of the ocean”, lobster men hauling their traps and sailboats passing by. Settle in for a lazy afternoon with a good book or explore the island, collect shells on the beaches, rent a kayak and skim along the waves or go fishing. The college town of Brunswick, just a 25 minute drive away, is great for antiquing and to see summer stock theater. Visit the Maine Maritime Museum in nearby Bath, go outlet shopping in Freeport or travel just beyond to browse Portland's historic waterfront. Dine at the island's restaurants or cook lobster at home. Fun for couples and great for families!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bailey Island

Located in Bailey Island, this cottage is by the ocean. Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum and Freeport Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bailey Island Bridge and Cobwork Bridge. Land's End Gift Shop and Paddleworks are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Bailey Island, ME

What's nearby

  • Mackerel Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Mackerel Cove Lot - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Land's End Gift Shop - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • beach near Bailey Island - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 32 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bailey Island General Store - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Morse’s - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1890 Summer Cottage on an Ocean Bluff located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is steps away from Casco Bay and Mackerel Cove. Land's End Gift Shop and Bailey Island Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

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

Charming summer cottage

This is a lovely old house in a beautiful spot. The home has been in the same family for over 100 years, and still used frequently and lovingly maintained. It is rustic, but comfortable and the kitchen is extremely well stocked. We were greeted personally by the family on our arrival and they were available for questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Great Location

Spacious home overlooking the ocean. Wonderful views in all directions. Bedrooms are plentiful. All bedrooms with a view of the water. Kitchen great size to cook in... Hosts very responsive. Island also boasts some nice waking trails along the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E E.

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

A wonderful piece of Bailey history

Lovely setting and amazing views like a snapshot in time. True Victorian cottage of the 1890s. Great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam E.

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

Mainstay is a beautiful spot to connect with the power and beauty of nature. The house is perfect

Mainstay is a relaxing and easy ocean home to stay in. We loved it. We felt welcomed from the beginning to the end of our stay. Lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Perfect Maine coast vacation home

Perfect oceanfront home on an island in Maine. Doesn't get any better! Lobster, kayaking, beach combing, sitting on the porch watching a beautiful sunrise.......wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Mainstay

Beautiful weather, well-kept antique cottage, lovely setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

beautiful!!

the best...
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Memorable Family Vacation

What a great family experience. It exceeded our expectations. The pictures and descriptions are accurate and well representative of the property. The home is very well maintained and exceptionally clean. We were comfortable day and night. The yard is great for playing and set well back from the road so there was no need to hawk over the children. We loved the island and surrounding areas. It is a wonderful place to just "be". We read, did puzzles, played games, and climbed countless rocks. We recommend this home highly to family's. It easily accommodated our family of five and another.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tamela B.

Amazing, Charming, Preserved, Classic Beach House

We fell instantly in love with this house. From the moment we entered we were in awe of the well-preserved old-time feel of the place. And throughout the week we continued to find little details both in structure and decor that we found so interesting. The home is as it was, yet has the modern touches where needed for completely enjoyable stay. This is an old place, and yet it is kept up so well, it was super clean. There are so many cozy spots to relax, and the bedrooms were comfortable. The kitchen looks unassuming, but is completely stocked with everything you could need. The outside amenities were also incredible - the view, the porch, and the large lawn area (perfect for lawn games). The owners were also very communicative and helpful. We had a wonderful stay at the Ocean Bluff cottage, and would rent it again when we would like a quiet vacation. We tried too hard this time to keep the kids busy and felt we drove too much, so next time we bring kayaks...
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Willie W.

Great ocean side cottage

Mainstay is a wonderful house. 4 Queen or king sized beds/bedrooms, plus 2 other rooms with 3 small beds. Just an incredible place to be, fantastic ocean views, almost constant cooling summer breeze, due to the combination of it's high location and being directly between Mackerel Cove and the ocean. 2nd year there and hope to repeat next year. This is the epitome of a Maine summer cottage on the ocean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joint NYer Family Vacation

We had a fabulous family vacation at the Mainstay! It is on a bluff so be mindful with young children. None the less our children had a fantastic experience. It was a magical vacation where children's imaginations were kicked into high gear as they explored the house, Bailey Island, and other local attractions. They keep asking when we are returning. Beautiful family memories were made. The house was well equipped for two families. The hospitality was amazing. Thank you for a lovely vacation.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

stunning views and beautiful charm

stepping foot in this house is like stepping back in time. i just loved the history of it and all the pictures throughout the house that were taken a century ago. i absolutely loved sitting on the porch in the morning and watching the sunrise with my cup of tea. we stayed in the porch bed room and listening to the waves crash below as i fell asleep was just awesome. this house is not for those that want a luxurious stay, but it was rustic and comfortable and cozy and that's just what i wanted. great vacation house!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Marvelous Mainstay!

What a wonderous house-full of lovely quirks and corners! Our family enjoyed our stay and all agree that Mainstay was first rate. The site is a very realistic look at exactly what you are renting. The house is fully equipped, immaculate from top to bottom, there are stunning ocean views from every window, the sleeping porch was divine, the front porch was perfect for any weather be it rain or shine, and all of this within 10 minutes in flip-flops to fresh lobsters at Glen’s in Mackerel Cove. Thanks for the memories.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jules C.

Wonderful Bailey Island

If this cottage is available, look no further. It was perfect in every way. The cottage is so charming and the location absolutely breathtaking. The inside is a perfect mix of warm “at home” charm with a very spacious and functional kitchen and bedrooms around every corner. There is also a gas fireplace for cooler nights. While we did a fair amount of sightseeing, we hated to leave the porch overlooking the ocean. The sunrises, the moonrises, the ocean views and the surf sounds were amazing. The cozy living room with large bay window seating nooks was also a bonus on the few rainy days. There are a great number of things to enjoy on Bailey Island and it’s an easy drive to Popham Beach, Reid State Park Beach, Portland, Freeport, Brunswick and Bath. It’s located in the middle of lobster fishery so I hope you love seafood. Just across the street is picturesque Mackerel Cove. We particularly appreciated the owner’s genuine efforts in assuring our stay was easy & pleasurable and enjoyed the opportunity to create our own family memories on Bailey Island.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Our favorite vacation spot ever!!!!

What an absolutely beautiful place for a vacation! The house was wonderful, equipped with everything we needed and the view from almost every window was spectacular. Our weather was perfect all seven days and we hated to leave! We certainly hope to make this our traditional vacation spot every year! Thank you for everything. Mary Andrea Abare

About the host

Hosted by Leigh

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First seen on a honeymoon trip. Subsequently bought and lovingly added to almost every summer since.

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