Private 4 BR Cottage W/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays

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Balsam Cottage with ramp next to upper parking area.

Living room with comfortable seating for up to eight

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Tenants Harbor, ME

Tenants Harbor Marina17 min walk
Marshall Point Lighthouse13 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)22 min drive
Samoset Resort Golf Course26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Balsam Cottage is a family - friendly cottage where our children and grandchildren have gathered to enjoy the area of Mid-Coast Maine. We would like you to enjoy it too! The cottage rents from Saturday to Saturday during the summer months and is available for more flexible bookings during spring and fall. This sunny and spacious 4 bedroom cottage is a quiet retreat that is sheltered by tall spruce trees that provide privacy, yet the harbor and the village are only a short walk away. A ramp leads to the large wooden wrap around deck that is outfitted with comfortable chairs - a quiet place to have morning coffee or afternoon tea while watching the birds, reading a good book, or planning your activities for the next day.

On the first floor of the cottage there is a newly refurbished living room with comfortable seating for up to eight guests, a fireplace, and a large screen smart TV. Guests can log in to their own Apps. and watch whatever they want. There is also a bright, sunny dining area where the family can gather, and a galley kitchen. There are also two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a newly renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower and a comfort height commode. A washer/dryer unit is also is located on the first floor.

On the second floor there are two large bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a full size bed and a twin bed. There is a second full bathroom between the two bedrooms with a tub/shower. Bed and bath linens are not included. You can either bring your own or we can arrange to have them supplied for a per person fee upon request.

This cottage is equipped with Cable TV and WiFi to keep you entertained and connected as you plan each day's adventures.

Access to the shorefront just a five minute walk away. Our guests can launch their kayaks or canoes in this area and explore the waters of Tenants Harbor. We recommend Drift Inn public beach in Port Clyde, a 5-10 minute drive from the cottage, for swimming. This beach has a beautiful sandy expanse at low tide. Bring a picnic lunch, a good book and enjoy the day! There is a public parking lot a short walk from the beach.

The village of Tenants Harbor is just a short walk away from the cottage with scenic views of the harbor along the way. The post office, general store, The Quarry Tavern at The East Wind Inn, The Town Landing, The Schoolhouse Bakery, and the Happy Clam restaurant with its Outback bar are nearby. Walk by the Town Office and see the sculpture of St George and the Dragon, and stop in at the Jackson Memorial Library. The cottage is located only a short distance (10 minute)drive to Port Clyde where you can book tickets for the Ferry to Monhegan Island, pick your favorite flavor at Village Ice Cream, enjoy the scenic view from Marshall Point Light, or check out the art galleries.

We invite you to stay at Balsam Cottage in Tenants Harbor as you enjoy your adventures exploring the midcoast of Maine.

Property manager

Owners

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Spruce Lane Cottage. Enjoy privacy on our seldom traveled lane.

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

1 dog considered. Photo req. No cats. Pet fee $200

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We have a Saturday to Saturday rental policy during the summer months. Inquire about more flexible stay dates for spring and fall

A signed and dated rental agreement is required.

No outside fires allowed.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tenants Harbor

Located in Tenants Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. Marshall Point Lighthouse and General Henry Knox Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Owls Head State Park and Birch Point Beach State Park. Maine State Prison Store and Sail Power and Steam Museum 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.

Tenants Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Tenants Harbor Marina - 17 min walk
Marshall Point Lighthouse - 13 min drive
Rockland Harbor Park - 22 min drive
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 22 min drive
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 26 min drive

Getting around

Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

The Quarry Tavern - 12 min walk
Happy Clam - 10 min walk
McLoons Lobster Shack - 18 min drive
The Causeway Restaurant - 14 min drive
The Clark Bar - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private 4 BR Cottage W/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Private 4 BR Cottage W/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 4 BR Cottage W/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private 4 BR Cottage W/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Tenants Harbor Marina and within 12 miles (20 km) of Marshall Point Lighthouse and General Henry Knox Museum. Maine State Prison Store and Owls Head Transportation Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mary Catherine H.

23 Aug 2023

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

Quiet retreat.

The house was located in a Forrest of trees but within walking distance to the harbor and the general store. Very peaceful setting and we enjoyed our stay. Very easy to communicate with owners.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C. S.

27 July 2023

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

Maine: The Way Life Should Be!

Family, Friends and I all enjoyed a fabulous stay at the wonderful Balsam Cottage near Tenants Harbor... we took in local destinations such as lovely local lighthouses, magnificent Monhegan Island, intriguing Puffin Tours, Camden for 4th of July Festivities and Fireworks, delicious restaurants, Owls Head Transportation Museum's awesome and amazing collection, relaxing at Drift Inn Beach, etc., Etc., ETC. Having this comfortable and cozy home-away-from-home to sleep at and retreat to was such a blessing. THANKS again for helping house us for a suburb Mid-Coast Maine Vacation! God bless!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C. S.

22 July 2023

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

Awesome Mid-Costal Maine Getaway

Another fantastic vacation spent at Balsam Cottage... this year I stayed for two weeks with two different sets of family/friends each week... we enjoyed the lazy, quiet, cozy time at the cottage and used it as our launching point for many a fun daytrip and activities... such as... visiting magnificent Monhegan Island, going on informative and exciting Puffin Tours, seeing the amazing collections at Owls Head Transportation Museum, walking the long stone breakwater to the Rockland Lighthouse, 4th of July festivities at Camden, scouring quaint gift shops, being inspired by local artists' at their galleries, soaking in the sensational seaside scenery, dipping in the brisk, revitalizing waters at Drift Inn beach and hunting for crabs and snails in the nearby rocky shore, dining at delicious local restaurants, tapping our happy feet to the tantalizing tunes at the Wednesday Jam Session in the St. George Grange Hall, clutching tasty ice cream cones at the Port Clyde Village Ice Cream place, etc., Etc., ETC. Well worth every cent and every moment... looking forward to returning again hopefully next year... this was my third time staying at the blessed Balsam Cottage. Thanks and Blessings to the friendly owners!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

5 Oct 2022

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

Great location

Had an extended stay what a great place very convenient to all surrounding locations

Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

10 Sept 2022

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

Peaceful retreat in the woods

Enjoyable

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Owners

Hosted by Linda Eller and Deb O'Reilly.
Our parents built this cottage and we would look forward to staying here with them every summer bringing our own children and now our grandchildren to enjoy adventures in midcoast Maine.