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Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views

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A two-story house with a brick exterior, a front porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A deck with red chairs overlooking a lake with tall trees.
A two-story house with a chimney, a deck, and a small porch.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a yellow sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window.
A spacious living room with a staircase, wooden flooring, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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St. George, ME
  • Place, Marshall Point Lighthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenants Harbor Marina
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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1 Queen Bed

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1 Double Bed

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2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

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Toilet · Shower only

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Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views

Driftwood is one of those places - both in form and function - that feels distinctly Maine. Maybe it's the pristine waterfront location at the end of a winding, private road just a mile or two from Port Clyde. Or perhaps it's the way the house itself feels, thanks to an abundance of windows, clean lines, and a true sense of peace and quiet. Whatever it is, Driftwood is everything a stay in Maine should be.

A full deck (new in 2024 with new deck furniture as well) is a great place to overlook the vast, saltwater St. George River makes this space as comfortable for two people as it is for six. The first floor is more or less an open-concept space, with a comfortable living room that flows easily into the dining area with seating for six. Access to the front deck is right here as well, where you'll find plenty of outdoor seating, a grill, and just about the nicest views you could ever want at any time of day. The galley-style kitchen includes a full-size gas stove and a dishwasher, and it's well-equipped for meal preparation.

The primary bedroom is also on this floor, tucked away at the back of the house in a sunny, spacious spot. Upstairs, find two more bedrooms, both of which are bright and sunny with beds close to the windows, so you can hear the water lap on the shore as you fall asleep.

The shore is easily accessible by a well-worn path - the owners of Driftwood report this area is just right for kayaking and paddleboarding. The villages of Port Clyde and Tenants Harbor are both within a few minutes' drive, with Sandy Drift Inn Beach minutes away as well.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor Policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Fires are not permitted at this property without explicit permission.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Property # 5247283vb
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

About the area

Port Clyde

Located in Port Clyde, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Birch Point Beach State Park and Owls Head State Park, while General Henry Knox Museum and Owls Head Transportation Museum are cultural highlights. Maine State Prison Store and Sail Power and Steam Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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St. George, ME

What's nearby

  • Marshall Point Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Tenants Harbor Marina - 16 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 36 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 36 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 41 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wallaces Market - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪The Causeway Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Jameson Point Lobster Company - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪The Quarry Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Outback Saloon - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views?

As of 3 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$597, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Clyde holiday home is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Marshall Point Lighthouse and 6.2 mi (10.1 km) from Tenants Harbor Marina. General Henry Knox Museum and Maine State Prison Store are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The home was beautiful, comfortable and lovely. Gorgeous views, well maintained home and we would love to return. Our only issues were that the deadbolt was jammed, and we couldn't enter the home via the front door - we had to use the door on the deck. We also encourage the owners to add better directions - the home is not well marked and the routing via GPS does not take you all the way to the address.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard M.

Great retreat

We loved the "end of the road" solitude and the tranquil view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

Gorgeous View

Charming, comfortable home with awesome water views in a quiet location. Thoroughly enjoyed our quick stay!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Robin M.

Maine Getaway

We loved the location. It was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home's best feature is the private back porch where you can view the most spectacular sunsets. The kitchen is also very well-stocked with just about every cooking and baking item you will need. The bedrooms were comfortable although one of twin beds need replacing. The water table was low so we had to space out our showers especially if we were doing a load of laundry.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john r.

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

Away from hustle and bustle.

Very nice place just to kick back and relax away from hustle and bustle. Watching lobster boats working out front of house was nice as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Catherine S.

Breathtaking views from dilapidated, dirty house.

Private location and views of water, sunset, eagles, osprey, seals.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
We hope to be notified of anything less than satisfactory during your stay, as we strive to provide each and every guest with the very best vacation experience. We look forward to hosting you for a true 5-star stay in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

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

Lovely waterfront views

We had a great time during our time at Tenants Harbor. The house has amazing water views and plenty of space for a lovely stay. The house is very dog friendly with a basket of toys and water bowls on the back deck (also a nice big yard). Also very conveniently located to Marshall Point Lighthouse which is a must visit!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

A Quiet Place

Great house, well equipped and amazing view! Our stay was in Nov so it was very quiet and nearby restaurants were closed for the season. This suited us fine as we brought all our food and made some great meals to share with our adult kids
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meighan M.

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

Magical Setting, Great House

This place is a gem. Right on the water, secluded, and has everything you need. I love to cook and the kitchen had everything we needed! Cozy, clean, plenty of room and you can tell the owners live their place and the community, great suggestions for where to eat and what to do. The only negative was that we couldn’t get our rented kayak in the water - couldn’t find a dock/put in and the rockers were slippery/a lot of seaweed. Super minor problem though - this place was AMAZING
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol A V.

A Wonderful Time Was Had By All

The home was as pictured, clean and well appointed. We saw harbor porpoises, eagles, loons, a seal and lots of lobster boats from the deck. It is the last house on a private drive, so it is incredibly quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A R.

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

Perfect getaway

The house is well situated at the end of a long drive through the woods. It's got a great deck, great view and everything one could need in the kitchen. The fireplace is a nice bonus. It's a compact footprint which worked well for 4 adults. Port Clyde and Thomaston are both great towns nearby. My only request would be for more towels to be left out for guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
Hi, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your time with us. In spite of that, we are so glad to hear that you had a phenomenal getaway. We appreciate you letting us know that there is room for improvement. We hope to host you for a truly carefree and enjoyable getaway in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

Nice cottage on the St. George River

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed the house and riverfront, it was quiet and peaceful, we enjoyed swimming and using our kayaks from the shore and walking the loop road and trail. It is very convenient to Tenants Harbor and Port Clyde. We had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Beautiful spot, lovely home

We booked a last minute weekend looking for a peaceful waterfront home and this fit the bill! The location is fairly remote and you can only see one neighbor through the trees. The information booklet was very thorough with both how-to’s and suggestions. Got water worked fine, no issues with kitchen, heating, etc. a wonder gray!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Great Cottage (even in the rain)!

We had terrible weather all week, but even when we were stuck inside the cottage kept us entertained. There's a record player and decent vinyl collection, books of local interest, and games. Even toys for the dog! The long dirt road is great for morning runs/walks (bring bug spray, lots of mosquitos in the woods). The deck overlooks the water, and is a great place for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine (surprisingly no mosquitos on the deck!). Port Clyde is very close with good coffee, ice cream, general store and really good waterfront seafood restaurant.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Stacy M.

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

House needs attention

Beautiful view and quiet area. No safe water access, very rocky. There is even a note not to use the kayaks due to the dangerous shoreline and liability.The house was not clean, dog hair, dust, bugs, rotting wood, and mold pervasive throughout. The property manager offered assistance, but experts are needed to eliminate the mold and repair. Had to wash the curtains in the bath because of mold… shower curtain was put on with plastic on outside, so more mold… I rarely give poor ratings but feel people should be aware of this unhealthy environment.
Next to bed, ugh
Dog hair
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia O.

peaceful, serene, beautiful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Driftwood is a lovely spot for those seeking quiet, selection and incredible views. The deck is absolutely perfect - for watching boats sail by, picking up lobster traps, and birds of every kind fly in front of you. We loved the fact the tide made little difference, having stayed in places that turned into mud flats twice a day. Not here. The home is lovely - simple, clean and comfortable. Kitchen comes with every tool you will ever need, but there is also a grill for those that don't want to cook inside. Highly recommend Driftwood and Summermaine.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan J.

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

Very nice BUT . . .

Nice home in a beautiful location, but . . . Do the owners know how the property managers are caring for it? This is a nice home with a lovely view of the bay. It was nicely decorated with lots of amenities like books about the area, a record player, binoculars, kitchen supplies (Actually so many that it was hard to find things in haphazard drawers and pantry.) . . . But the house was only surface clean. If you looked in the corners or along the baseboards there was dirt, mildew, cobwebs and dead insects. One upstairs bedroom smelled of mildew and moth balls. We had to crack the windows all the time and buy a deodorizer. There were layers of dust and cobwebs on windows, the mantle, lights, picture frames, . . . Do the owners (or management service) know this is how the cleaning service is doing their job? When we arrived there was water in front of the washing machine. Boards had rotted on the deck. One was replaced while we were there with a short board that was a tripping hazard. Another was left with nails protruding out as another hazard. When we did call the management service, they acted like they cared, but never really took care of our requests. We honestly believe that the owners are proud of their home and should be. The problem is that they are either not there or do not see how it is being managed and cared for. This review is for the owners because they have a lovely spot, but a home that is gradually falling into disrepair due to lack of care.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Hi Susan, thank you for your review. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay, as well as any personal touch you found lacking. Moving forward, our local staff has taken immediate action and addressed your concerns so that we can prevent any further issues in the future. Thank you again for this valuable information as we always welcome the opportunity to improve. We understand how disappointing it was that the home was in this condition upon your arrival. Please know we strive to provide every guest with a relaxing stay. We hope to have another chance to impress you on a future stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Above Expectations

The views are amazing and the accommodations were comfortable. Is we come back to this area, we would definitely stay here again.

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