Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets

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view of carrying place cove from the deck

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Location
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Steuben, ME

Rogers Point Beach23 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)54 min drive
Village Green80 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching80 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to our family seaside cottage, since 1964 generations have enjoyed this quiet cozy ocean side retreat! Whether it's being outdoors swimming or boating on Carrying Place cove, searching for sea glass & shells on the rock beaches of Pigeon Hill Bay, Blueberry & Raspberry picking, hiking in the Pigeon Hill Conservation area or Petit Mann Wildlife Refuge, sunning on the back deck listening to the sounds of nature, playing croquet in the large backyard or relaxing inside with one of many books by the gas fireplace, or sit at the large dinning table and challenge yourself with one of many puzzles or board games; this unique cottage offers something for everyone. For all there is the Milky Way Galaxy unfolding above you, looking up at one of clearest night sky's in the northeast!
This very clean and well maintained cottage features a fully equipped large kitchen and one full bathroom. Four to eight people can comfortably sleep in the one bedroom (queen bed) and the three other areas of separated flex space, each with its own full sized futon or fold out sofa, The cottage offers a 4g, WiFi connection, a large TV with Amazon fire stick to stream your favorite shows and movies, BBQ grill, a land line phone for emergencies, and washer & dryer.

If you looking to get away for the day, Steuben is a quick day trip from Acadia National Park, Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Peninsula, Lubec, Eastport, Quoddy Head State Park and Campobello International Park (bring a passport)

Generations of our family have enjoyed this unique spot on the Downeast Maine coast, we are now opening it up for others to enjoy.

Property manager

Steven Woitasek

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Steuben

Located in Steuben, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chapter Two Art Gallery and Bar Harbor Whale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bar Harbor Whale Watching and Wild Gardens of Acadia. Travelling with kids? Consider College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Steuben, ME

What's nearby

Rogers Point Beach - 23 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 76 min drive
Village Green - 80 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 80 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 91 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

Hometown Shellfish - 11 min drive
Lawrence Ray Fishing Industries - 13 min drive
Portside Snack Bar - 12 min drive
Vazquez Mexican Food - 12 min drive
Fire & Dough - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Petit Manan Point and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Rogers Point Beach. Ray Point and Bartlett Maine Estate Winery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

27 Oct 2023

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

Awesome!

This was an awesome place to stay! The cabin had everything we needed and was clean and in a beautiful location. The check in process was seamless. The owner Steven checked in with us a couple of times via text to see if we had any questions or needed anything.. Which I appreciated. I would definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

13 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful Place

The house was just what we were hoping to find for our vacation. It was a home away from home. We were able to relax in comfort after a day spent exploring the area. Everything was very clean and well stocked with whatever might be needed for our stay. We were pleased to find features which made it easier for someone with mobility challenges. Steven was great! A tropical storm was expected during our stay and Steve made sure we knew what we needed to do. We would like return to this rental again if we are in the area. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

17 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful stay

This house was comfortable, well provisioned, and had the added benefit of accessibility with a ramp, shower chair, and a grab bar in the shower. Everything we wanted was easily found and the kitchen had all a cook could ever want. The water view in the back and abundance of wildlife just added to the experience.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Donna M., Belington

14 Sept 2023

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

Would return again

The location of the Cozy and Quiet cottage to the numerable walks in the area is a plus. Although it is right on the road to Petit Manon NWF the traffic isn't an issue. The kitchen is adequately furnished including everything you would need for a lobster dinner. You can purchase fresh lobster at the dock in Winter Harbor. The bed in the small bedroom is comfortable and being able to open the windows makes for a nice sleep. The futon in the back room isn't particularly comfortable. Even though there is a house on both sides, it is private due to the vegetation between. (There wasn't anyone in on either side). Overall we could recommend this old style cottage and would stay here again.

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

18 Aug 2023

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

Great vacation spot.

This was initially a little further out than I had thought but that turned out to be a wonderful advantage. It was just perfect for our vacation. It had everything we needed and the view of the sky was spectacular.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steven Woitasek

Born and raised in Massachusetts, I've been a frequent visitor to Downeast Maine and this property all of my life. I've lived in the Portland Maine area since 2001, starting in 2009, I decided to move to Bar Harbor (the gateway service town for Acadia National Park) where I worked as a seasonal restaurant employee and manager. In 2018, my life partner and I purchased the Black Friar Inn and Pub, a seasonal Bed and Breakfast/Restaurant located in the village section of Bar Harbor. In the off season (Dec-April), we live in Portland Maine, the rest of the time we are busy taking care of restaurant or inn guests. We do enjoy spending time out doors, hiking, traveling, craft beer and cider, and exploring small towns around New England and beyond

Why they chose this property

This property was purchased by my family in 1964, over the years the cottage has had several additions, including a deck and the large family / bonus room at the back of the cottage. Also upgrades to the electric, well, and septic systems. The cottage is fully insulted and has been used as a year residence for several years in the early 90s and again in the mid 2000s. The land lot is basically a large rectangle that goes from Pigeon Hill Rd on the front to the waters of Carrying Place Cove on the back, there is a private road/wide trail that runs the length of the property one side, there is also a large salt / fresh water clay mash that is part of the property as you head toward the cove. There is very little standing water, but the mash acts a large sponge for rain run off and as a buffer for higher then avg tides. Over the last 50+ years many generations have enjoyed this area and the peacefulness it can offer, especially outside of the busy months of July and August

What makes this property unique

Downeast Maine is unique in general, and this property is no exception, the cottage sits about 2/3 of the way down Petitt Mann Point, at a very narrow spot, with water on both sides, the house faces east/west with gives a great views of the early morning sunrise and stunning long sunsets over Carrying Place Cove to the west. The cottage is short walk to both the Pigeon Hill Conversation Area and Petitt Mann Federal Wild Life Refuge, because of this there are very few buildings beyond our location, and almost no traffic. It is not uncommon, especially in the spring and fall to sit on the back deck and hear nothing but nature for hours. At night, with the area being one of the least unpopulated areas in the Northeast the night time light pollution is very low, both the moon and night time sky are extremely bright and vibrant.