Stunning, Spacious New Home, Private Beach

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9232 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Harborside, ME

Maine Maritime Academy51 min drive
Main Street51 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)74 min drive
Belfast Harbor85 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

outdoor shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Newly constructed solar home (with quiet and seamless backup power) on the ME coast. 25 acres, secluded, peaceful wildlife area. House is 300' away from private pebble beach on property. Upstairs:3 BR (1 King & bunk beds, 1 Queen, 1 Full) & 1 full bath, 1st floor has bedroom (with Full size bed) well-equipped kitchen with breakfast nook, screened porch, open 'great room' with sleeper sofa, couch, large dining table, DIRECTV, HDTV. Sattelite WiFi, high thread count sheets.

Gourmet kitchen has everything a cook needs. Microwave, frig, toaster, gas range, blender, french press for coffee, lobster pot. Dinnerware, flatware, kitchen towels, pots & pans provided. Gas grill outdoors.

Trail on property to shore, picnic table & fire pit above beach, area to tent on..

We have a basketball hoop, Foosball table & ping-pong table in garage for rainy day activities, also cards, a cribbage board, checkers, dominos, board games. DVDs, books for kids & adults, some children's toys, nature guides.

For little ones we have a 'pack & play', a couple of baby gates, outlet covers, beach toys & some toys to keep them busy!

Property manager

Lensa Dietrich Woodward is manager (owner David Dietrich)

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

2 baby gates available to use. Also outlet covers.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harborside

Located in Harborside, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Island and Causeway Beach, while Jonathan Fisher House and Schoolhouse Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Perry's Nut House and Penobscot Marine Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.

Harborside, ME

What's nearby

Castline Golf Club - 50 min drive
Maine Maritime Academy - 51 min drive
Main Street - 51 min drive
Dyce Head Lighthouse - 52 min drive
Belfast Harbor - 85 min drive

Getting around

Belfast Station - 84 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

The Breeze & Castine Variety - 52 min drive
Danny Murphy's - 52 min drive
Dennett's Wharf - 52 min drive
Tinder Hearth - 21 min drive
The Captain's Catch - 52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning, Spacious New Home, Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning, Spacious New Home, Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning, Spacious New Home, Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning, Spacious New Home, Private Beach located?

This family-friendly Harborside holiday home is located by the ocean, 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Great Island, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Causeway Beach and Jonathan Fisher House. Reach Beach at Gray's Cove and Barred Island Preserve are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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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

Jay C.

26 Aug 2023

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

Stunning property

Our family just returned from 17 days on Cape Rosier and we are still glowing from our experience at David’s house. It’s an exceptionally special property with meticulous thought and detail poured in at every level. While we were happy exploring various hikes and swims across the Blue Hill Peninsula, we were also happy spending multiples days on the property swimming, paddle boarding, reading, napping and cooking. I’m grateful to David and family for sharing their home and property with us.

Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

2 Mar 2023

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

Maine Paradise

Ever since visiting this property, I have been dreaming of going back. The house itself felt homey and inviting, and the property was perfect for our family to spread out and enjoy. We didn’t even leave the house for a solid 2 days once we arrived bc we were having so much fun right there that we didn’t feel like we even needed to leave! Every day involved time at the water (which is only a short walk away from the house), lots of sea glass, and perfect views. We enjoyed using the kayaks and liked that things like water shoes and life vests were provided. Some more child size life vests are needed, but luckily we had brought some of our own. The house was clean and had all of the kitchen gadgets that we needed. The area was very quiet with little to no traffic out on the road, so it was nice for riding bikes (although it’s super hilly!). Traveling to places like Acadia was a bit of a drive, but it was doable. Thank you very much for a great stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

29 July 2022

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

Amazing week!

This house was amazing for our family. Big enough for a family of 8, private enough to keep loud children from bothering neighbors, enough activities to entertain a wide variety of interests and ages. Having the kayaks and canoe available was amazing, the beach was close and fun for everyone to explore, the hammock was perfectly placed for relaxing naps with an ocean breeze. We've recommended this house to everyone. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten K.

29 Aug 2021

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

Amazing view

We truly loved our stay here. The owners made us feel welcome. The house was comfortable, and we enjoyed visiting the beach. We saw porpoises on our first morning there. Thank you, David and Lensa, for your kindness and for sharing your home!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C., tewksbury, MA USA

26 Aug 2021

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

Great place for exploring the area or just staying home

Great place. We did a lot of exploring the area but also spent significant time just hanging at the house/beach/fire pit. 6 adults and plenty of space to gather but also find alone time. Lensa and David were excellent hosts. Loved this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lensa Dietrich Woodward is manager (owner David Dietrich)

The owner and his late wife hired local architect Bruce Stahnke to design this off-the-grid house. His son (a master cabinetmaker) built it in 2012 to share with family. They enjoy bird watching fishing, boating, camping and exploring the nearby islands. He grew up coming here as a little kid on weekends and vacations with siblings and later his own boys. They would clamber and play on the beach all day and fall asleep to the sound of the waves. Now they enjoy sharing this paradise with people from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

This area has a lot to offer for people who love nature, forests, and the sea. We suggest you stop for groceries in Blue Hill before you get here because it's a bit of a drive to get them and you won't want to leave! There are two excellent food markets 40 minutes away in Blue Hill and a smaller one in Brooksville called Buck's Harbor Market with a great restaurant too. This location is safe, absolutely beautiful, quiet and remote. Relaxing on the screen porch with cold drink or taking in the sunset on the beach is a great way to end the day.

What makes this property unique

You might like to sample the remarkable local fare at Brooksville Farmers Market Tuesday Mornings http://www.mainefarmersmarkets.org/market/brooksville-farmers-market/
Also you may wish to call in an order for artisanal wood fired pizza to Tinder Hearth Bakery (Tuesdays and Fridays) (207) 326-8381
https://tinderhearth.com
and pick up some currant scones or chocolate croissants for the next day's breakfast while you're there. A low key afternoon could include strolling the sidewalks of Castine village and swimming at Wadsworth Cove Beach just outside of Castine. Back in Brooksville, you will be able to see for miles after hiking up John B. Mountain Trail http://bluehillheritagetrust.org/john-b-mountain/
…Try a more formal dinner at the Brooklin Inn..Dancing at the Flash In The Pans steel band street dance (locations change but it's always Monday nights usually at the Blue Hill Town Park). Galleries and antique shops are abundant and good. See a movie at The Alamo Theatre in Bucksport. Take in guided kayak tours from Stonington...Get home-made ginger ice cream at Morton's Moo in Ellsworth. And oh yes…of course, there's that breathtaking and famous Acadia National Park too, with fun Bar Harbor shops, cafes, Acadia Improv, great breakfast at Two Cats, mountain biking and day sails... so much to do.

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