Islesboro Island Maine Oceanfront Home on 12 Private Acres

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

islesboro, ME

Belfast City Park62 min drive
Belfast Harbor64 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)71 min drive
Maine Maritime Academy119 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Sunroom

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

PLEASE NOTE: I am currently booking for now through May of 2024. I am not yet taking reservations for summer 2024 (June through early October). I will know more about the availability of the house for Summer 2024 after April 2024.

Beautiful, private oceanfront house on 12 wooded acres on Islesboro Island, Maine. Islesboro is a 20 minute ferry ride from Lincolnville, a few miles north of Camden. It is an unspoiled, quiet place. The nearby towns on the mainland are some of the prettiest on the coast.

The house has four bedrooms: two queen beds, one full bed, and a twin bed up in a tower; as well as a sun porch with a twin daybed. There is a full kitchen, satellite Smart TV, very good wifi (the island has its own municipal broadband), fireplace, washer and dryer, charcoal grill. The property has 840 feet of private shoreline, with mussels to find at low-tide, if you are diligent.

The island and the house are low-key. Although there are many activities on the island in the summer -- public beaches, trails, little nature walks for children, community center activities, opportunities for sailing lessons, etc. -- time spent there is largely about relaxing, ambling around, thinking about what to make for dinner, wandering to the shore and back, looking at the sky and water. The island is not "developed"; there are a handful of wonderful little stores, a farmers' market and a cafe open in summertime and there are two grocery stores and a library, but that is about it. It is an ideal place to unwind and be away.

This is a whole-house, private rental. Dogs are welcome and the property and island in general is a paradise for them.

More pictures and information available on request.

Keywords: beach, ocean, Maine Island, cottage, Camden, mid-coast, wooded, Penobscot Bay, mid-coast, dog-friendly, quiet

Property manager

Mary Zimmerman

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cautions: Please be cautious using the stairs down to the beach, the stone at the bottom particularly can shift over the winter and be unsteady.

If you are bringing your dog , please vaccinate him against Lyme disease and have him wear or ingest an anti=tick medication.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Islesboro

Located in Islesboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lincolnville Ferry Terminal and Cellardoor Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Perry's Nut House and Penobscot Marine Museum. ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center and Coyote Moon are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

islesboro, ME

What's nearby

Belfast City Park - 62 min drive
Northern Lights Gallery - 64 min drive
Belfast Harbor - 64 min drive
Moose Point State Park - 75 min drive
Maine Maritime Academy - 119 min drive

Getting around

Belfast Station - 64 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 73 min drive
Anglers Maine's Family Seafood Restaurant - 75 min drive
The Only Doughnut - 60 min drive
Hey Sailor - 73 min drive
Young's Lobster Shore Pound - 67 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Islesboro Island Maine Oceanfront Home on 12 Private Acres pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Islesboro Island Maine Oceanfront Home on 12 Private Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Islesboro Island Maine Oceanfront Home on 12 Private Acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Islesboro Island Maine Oceanfront Home on 12 Private Acres located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Warren Island State Park, Lincolnville Ferry Terminal and Schoolhouse Museum. Windsor Chairmakers and Camden Hills State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T.

14 Apr 2024

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

Perfect weekend stay

Wow. By far the best rental I have ever stayed in! The most beautiful and peaceful place I have ever been and the home was so lovely with everything you need to be comfortable. My husband and I and our two dogs had the most amazing weekend and hope to return again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley H., Newburgh, Maine, USA

19 Mar 2024

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

Perfect Island Getaway

This was the second time we rented this beautiful home. The house is set up for success in every way. The owner is great about staying in touch and provides information for contacts on the island should anything be needed. The views are stunning. It is quiet, peaceful and rejuvenating. We cannot wait to go again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara p.

25 Feb 2024

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

Late Christmas getaway

Absolutely AMAZING place! The home was so beautifully decorated with small touches of antiques. Couldn’t ask for a better view, wonderful beach for a very cold walk. Would love to return for another stay when warmer. Overall many fun factors about our trip and the ferry! Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

22 Oct 2023

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

Peace and Calm

Twice before, in 22 years of traveling, we have come across a location that felt homey and offered a place to just “be”. This stay was both these things on steroids. WOW! So relaxing, and lacked all the noise of vehicles, sirens, noisy people, etc., and just offered serenity. Highly recommended!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rolf G., Rheinbach, Germany

12 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful Getaway

We spent a wonderfully relaxing week on Islesboro Island. Beautiful cozy home, on secluded spacious terrain. Magnificent views of Penobscot bay and opposite Turtle Head peninsula. Everything about this place was perfect! Welcoming from the very first minute. Very clean and comfortable. Well-appointed with linens, toiletries and fine kitchenware. Appealing home library. For “hobby cooks”, the selection of cook books is an experience… Mary was a wonderful host, very responsive to the few questions we had.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary Zimmerman

I am a professor and a theatre director and writer. I also direct opera. I designed and built the house with my long-time set designer.

Why they chose this property

Like most people, I came to the island first on the invitation of a friend. Within a few years I purchased the property and built the house a few years after that. I chose the spot for its privacy. No other house is visible from my house unless you really know where to look. It is beautiful, peaceful, calm; far from the main road, surrounded only by trees and water. The island is a sort of heaven.

What makes this property unique

The feeling of being on an island is unique: there is a deeper sense of relaxation, a deeper safety. I sleep better there than anywhere in the world. My dog is free and full of himself.

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