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~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~

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Interior
Beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Islesboro, ME
  • Place, Warren Island State Park
    ā€Ŗ15 min driveā€¬
  • Place, Camden Hills State Park
    ā€Ŗ46 min driveā€¬
  • Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ā€Ŗ55 min driveā€¬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ā€Ŗ126 min driveā€¬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet Ā· Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~

This summer cottage on an island in Maine overlooks the beautiful Penobscot Bay. This rustic cottage has a moderate living space with a wood-burning stove, an inner porch with a great view of the bay, and a lot of family charm. The house was built in the 1930s by two sisters of the Allen family, who owned the property next to this one. This cottage has been passed down through the family and cherished by each generation. The entire property has a lovely view of the Penobscot Bay.
Amenities include: WiFi, beach access, shared driveway but private parking, w/d in home, dishwasher. There are only two markets on the island, so we suggest getting your groceries before embarking on your journey by way of ferry departing from Lincolnville (which runs from 8 am - 5 pm daily).

If you are looking for a calm, rustic retreat away from it all this is the cottage for you.

~ If your party needs a little extra room, we have an additional cabin for 2 on the property that you may also consider ~ See HomeAway Listing # 4210882 ~

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0ā€“17
Property is located on a cliff w/ stairs to beach.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4208609
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Islesboro

Located in Islesboro, this cottage is on the waterfront. Perry's Nut House and Coyote Moon are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Windsor Chairmakers and Main Street. ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center and Penobscot Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Islesboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Warren Island State Park - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Camden Hills State Park - 46 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 55 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Mount Battie - 55 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Camden Opera House - 55 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 57 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖThe Snack Shack - ā€¬14 min drive
  • ā€ŖDark Harbor Shop - ā€¬14 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Hoot - ā€¬57 min drive
  • ā€ŖBayside Market - ā€¬57 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Manor Inn - ā€¬118 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ~ Peaceful And Quaint Family Cottage On An Island In Maine ~ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage 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 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very rustic off the beaten path, great getaway
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has one of the most beautiful views Iā€™ve experienced. The place was well appointed, beds comfortable, walked 22 miles on local trails. It is a getaway place to getaway and truly relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonaferrari F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Location and setting were fabulous. A classic Maine "camp" experience. Water access might be difficult for young children or folks with mobility issues but worked fine for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay. The view is spectacular and cottage accommodated my party of 5 very nicely. We enjoyed seeing seals and boats go by. The host responded quickly to all communications. This was our first time on the Island and we hope to come back. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya Fe H.

Perfect spot for a relaxing vacation

We loved staying here. The view is incredible and the weather was perfect. Highly recommend getting up to catch the sunrise from the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Relaxing stay

Really enjoyed our stay and walking on the beach. Lots of nice trails on the island. We spent most of our time on the sun porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been vacationing here for several years now. It is truly like our home away from homeā€¦. Even our dogs get excited when we pull into the drive way! A wonderful trip to look forward to each summer after our long NH winters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth l.

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

Lovely place!

Wondergul and very welcoming island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is our second year here, and while the weather was not sunny and 75 everyday, there is something to be said about a foggy day in with tea and a good book listening to the waves on the shoreline. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
Same view only without the fog.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

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

Restful

Cabin was welcoming, very clean, relaxful, and very quiet. The ocean views from the porches were spectacular. The stairs to get to the beach were scary but worth it. Over-all the stay was memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele O.

A wonderful family retreat

Beautiful, quiet setting right on the beach. Perfect place to have a family retreat. Read a book and play games and make some lobster stew!! Islesboro is such a pretty place to visit and just a short ferry ride to mainland activities, shopping and restaurants. We definitely want to come back for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We do hope you come back and stay with us again. šŸ˜Šļæ½
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

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

House on the edge of the Sea!

We loved staying in this charming Maine cottage!! The views are spectacular and the location could not be better!! The cottage had everything we needed for our stay!! We loved the porchā€¼ļøWe will be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Thank you Rosemary! Weā€™re really glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank I.

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

Perfect island cottage getaway!

We just finished a five-night stay at this property. Rustic is the perfect way to describe it along with offering modern amenities like 1 and 1/2 baths, a complete kitchen, washer dryer and great internet. It's a great secluded location with the General Store just a five minute drive away.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This vacation was just what we needed, peaceful and quiet cottage with all amenities, an indoor porch in case of bad weather, an outdoor porch with an amazing sea breeze, and a big cove for swimming or beach walking. We loved this so much we already booked next year too. If you like the outdoors and want to disconnect from the world for a while, this is definitely the place to go!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Pure relaxation!

Lovely and relaxing cottage, great location in the woods, yet offers gorgeous bay views. If relaxation and peace is what you are looking for, this is it. Durkeeā€™s store is conveniently right around the corner and is well stocked. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Perfect Getaway!

This is a wonderful cottage on Islesboro, overlooking the ocean. Lovely isolated beach and unbelievably quiet. Was exactly as advertised, very clean and well furnished. Kitchen had extensive cooking ware and dishes, lots of utensils and a dishwasher! Owner was easy to communicate with and responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Weā€™re so glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, accommodating, we had everything we needed at the cottage. The only surprise was the very steep and long set of stairs leading down to the beach. We had to ask a neighbor to use their driveway to launch our kayaks to avoid trying to carry them down over the steps. We would definitely recommend the cottage to others while giving them a heads up about the stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne F.

couldn't of asked for a better place to stay

It was so peaceful. The house had everything possible. The view was fantastic. It was even more than I expected. I will definitely do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Weā€™re glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

Maine Cottage

We loved our stay at this fantastic Miane Coastal Cottage. The cottage has some much character and history. The deck was larger then we anticipated from the photos. Enjoyed the views from the deck and sun porch. Lots of places to hike and explore on the Island. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only complaint is no lock from inside house except for porch screen door. Two ladies in the forest with no way to lock the door from the inside for protection.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Beautiful stay

The property worked great for us. Kayaking was great out in the bay and around the contour of the shore. Walks along the rocky shore was relaxing. The deck while small worked perfectly for us. Also the closed in porch was great to hangout in during the evening. The stairs to the shore while steep were not an issue. Kitchen was well stocked to meet our needs. Bedrooms worked for us (2 couples for 5 nights plus my adult son and his girlfriend for 2 nights).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

RON W.

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

Our Islesboro Stay

We love Islesboro!! The house was fine. Amazing views! Electric switches and lights need to be updated. Stairs to typical Rocky Maine beach were a little contentious. Otherwise the house was suitable. We would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2020
Thank you for your input. We value our rentersā€™ perspectives. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Friends and family

Our second time staying at this house. Both times it fit our needs. Being above the water front with a set of stairs. We kayaked just about everyday and biked around the island. Spent a lot of time just sitting on the porch watching bald eagles, osprey fly by. Seals popping up and boats of all types. Quiet and relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jess r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Little slice of heaven

This is our second visit, we love the rustic nature of this old summer cottage. We love the beach, swimming, and searching for sea glass. We played a lot of games, swam, went for walks, read, and ate lobster! The only things that are slightly troubling is the place needs a good scrubbing. I swept up a lot of fur, we didnā€™t bring a dog. We misplaced a charger and when looking under the beds you can tell they havenā€™t been moved and cleaned under them in a long time. Also, the toilets smell of urine. I cleaned them to be sure they were clean. Maybe there is a slow leak? These things did not ruin our trip! We had an amazing time and will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review. We will have our cleaning person look into these issues. So glad you enjoyed your stay, though.

About the host

Hosted by Juli

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We are descendants of the Allen family who started coming to Islesboro at the end of the 19th century. Three cottages were built on the beach by family members and are still enjoyed by their descendants. Islesboro is such a cherished place for all of us that even though most of us live over a thousand miles away we make the trip back to the island every year. We love nature and boating and getting the whole group of us together at least once a year.

Why they chose this property

This property will provide a beautiful and tranquil setting for you. It's a comfortable place where you can kick your shoes off and relax. There's nothing like waking up in the morning and looking out on the bay and the neighboring islands in the distance.
This is the perfect place for you if you want to unwind and enjoy the simple things like beachcombing, taking nature walks, and cycling. Having a private beach allows for you to have a bonfire (with a permit, of course! :))

What makes this property unique

The property is away from the main road so it is quiet. The cottage is waterfront but also wooded so you have the benefit of both. The dining table is out on the front porch so every time you sit down to eat you'll have a beautiful view. On chilly nights you can build a fire in the wood stove and toast marshmallows for s'mores!

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