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The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River.

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Penobscot, ME
  • Place, Maine Maritime Academy
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Main Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Castine Historical Society
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River.

Take a quick jaunt(approx 5 min walk), a wooded path into a meadow that overlooks the Bagaduce South Bay. Enjoy the warmth of the rocks as you lounge by the water and listen to the wind as Mother Nature intended. Listen to the seals play and watch them as they bask in the sun at low tide (did you know the seals snort?) Explore the tide pools, where muscles, lobster, starfish, and crabs like to lounge. Rock in the hammock, let the day pass by with a good book and feel the ocean breeze. Fire orange sunsets, with campfires, lobster bakes, and toasted marshmallows to follow, are the perfect way to end a summer day at this adventurous cottage. Down by the shore is the ideal spot to launch a kayak- paddle out and explore the islands and the shoreline of the Bagaduce River. Take a trip upstream to the reversing falls and eat at the Bagaduce Lunch. Paddle to the historic waterfront of Castine.
Our cabin was built in 2013 for comfort and family relaxation. We have named it “The Captain's Cottage” in honor of our son, who attended the Maine Maritime Academy. The cottage has a quaint New England feel. Escape the noise and bustle of the city and feel time slow down on the shore. Enjoy every second of the beautiful landscape and the comfort of this home.

Historic Castine is only 5.7 miles away! Blue Hill is 11.6 miles away, or you can visit Acadia National Park, which is under one hour away.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please treat this as if it were your own.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 830721vb
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

About the area

Penobscot

Located in Penobscot, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Fort George Park and Fort Madison State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Knox State Park and Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park. Blue Hill Books and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Penobscot, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Maritime Academy - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Main Street - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Fort George Park - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Castline Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Castine Historical Society - 10 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 52 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Market & Take-Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pentagoet Inn & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪T & C Grocery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dirt Road Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Captain's Cottage is nestled near the shore of the tidal Bagaduce River. located?

Located in the heart of Penobscot, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Penobscot River, Castline Golf Club and Fort George Park. Maine Maritime Academy and Castine Historical Society are also within 6 miles (10 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. 10 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute cabin, as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Best little cabin!

We couldn’t have been happier with our stay! Such a cute little cabin! The walk to the water was beautiful and getting to see seals hanging around topped our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

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

The Captain's Cottage

Had a wonderful stay. Would come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Thank you! We hope you do!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya K.

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

Beautiful Cabin

Great overall stay. Beautiful location and well stocked cabin. loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Great trip to Maine

Close enough to tourism, but far enough at the same time. The property here is secluded and beautiful. Seeing the seals at low tide was worth it. Only thing that could make the place better is if it had laundry and a water spigot outside to rinse off.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Beautiful Maine Getaway

Quiet secluded spot and an adorable cabin! Everything was provided - linens, paper towels, TP, lots of spices, hand and dish soap, drip coffee pot, cozy beds, lots of fans, a hammock by the shore, and firewood for the fire pit! It was great to sit by the fire at night, watch the lightning bugs, and listen to the frogs and trees. The shore was beautiful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

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

Penobscot Cabin

Great place to view nature and relax! Near good hikes and lots of places to put in our canoe/ paddle board.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you Alison! I hope you get to visit again. Kathleen
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison W.

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

Penobscot cabin

Simple, comfortable cabin with nice walk down wide mowed fern and tree lined path to amazing view overlooking rocky beach. Great location and wildlife viewing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
Thank you, please visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina C.

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

Charming cottage

Just what we needed, nothing fancy but comfy and cheerful.. nice walk down to waterfront where the puffins and seals hang out on a sandbar.. pretty cool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Great to hear you had a nice stay. Hope you visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Gorgeous property

The property this rental is located on is beautiful with a lovely walk through the woods down to the water. It did rain a lot while we were here, so we were not able to get outside as much as we would have preferred. I would say the house and property appear better in person than in the listing’s pictures. The check-in, communication process was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thank you Lisa! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Secluded cottage with a view

We came to Maine to visit a friend & do some sightseeing. The pictures online are 100% accurate. It’s extremely secluded and it has an amazing view of the water and the rocks/island that seals would come out to sun on everyday. - It is s bit of a hike to the water, it took me about 6 minutes to walk it, but there’s a picnic table and a fire pit and an amazing g view when you get there. The host was very responsive and quick with communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2022
Thank you Amy. I'm so glad you got the witness the seals at play! You are correct the walk to the water is worth the trip. My husband and I like to think of it as our one cup of coffee trip in the morning. Please visit The Captain's Cottage again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tamara r.

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

Wonderful summer stay in Maine

The cottage is very easy and comfortable to live in, the deck is a lovely place to sit and have a meal. It is not very big, perfect for two of us and our small dog. The property offers a large private space with a lovely walk down to the water. Deer, porcupine (twice), hummingbirds around the house and seals, cormorants and an eagle in the river, paradise. Easy drive to Castine for shopping. You cannot see water from the cottage, but we found that being surrounded by trees was very relaxing. The large lawn was great. Another great summer in Maine.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Joseph N.

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

Disappointed

I had to contact the owner the Day before we arrived. I received No instructions from her, When we arrived there was No Information on the area or the House . Nothing about garbage, what's nearby-, what one regularly receives- Nothing. The house was listed aa a "shirt jaunt " from the water It was nearly half a mile - each way. were fit but are in our seventies. The photos depicted a Picnic table near the water and a firepit on the rocks . Neither were there. The hose had NO Amenities. No drawers for clothes and One reading lamp? The ceiling fan didn't work and the freezer door kept freeing shut so we were unable to use the freezer. We left two days earlier. A disaster
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2025
Complicated rental. I had phone calls every day. Unfortunately, we had problems with the freezer and fan but had maintenance on-site to fix them. We also brought extra tables and lamps to satisfy his needs. I've never had this experience in all the years I've rented the property. Please read the ad before you rent a facility. Its not 1/2 a mile to the water, its a lovely walk and we were transparent about that it he read the ad properly. An unpleasant experience for all, buy a lovely place to be in Maine.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Summer retreat on the Maine coast

PROs: Great view of the seals sunbathing on the rocks exposed at low tide. The path to the water was a pleasant 5-10 minute walk through shaded woods. Well equipped kitchen with gas stove and new fridge. Comfortable futon. The property owner was very responsive. CONs: No direct view of the water from the house. No A/C if you’re staying mid-summer, though there are several fans and numerous windows for ventilation. The screened doors had holes in the screens, so we left them shut to keep the summer bugs out. The internet connection is actually around 10 mbps based on multiple speed tests (as of my reservation the posting indicated 100+ mbps). This wouldn’t have been an issue if it were reliable. The connection cut out completely multiple times daily. Wouldn’t recommend for anyone intending to work remotely. Overall we enjoyed our time at the house but I may have overpaid for our stay considering some of the missing amenities that I had expected. It appears that the price I paid is about $30 more than the currently listed price.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2022
Sean, Thank you for writing a review. I wanted to respond to give other guests some insight on the CONs you wrote about. Internet: Speed can be a challenge in Hancock County as there are limited options. However, we rent to five college students throughout the school year and all have successfully completed their work and graduated from Maine Maritime Academy year after year without complaint. I also work remote when I am there and can do the work I need to. Air Conditioning (AC) - I am very open in our ad that AC is not provided. I am happy with the cool air from the ocean and prefer the ocean breeze and the fans. Screens- Thank you for sharing, we just installed the big slider and didn't have an opportunity to fix the small tear. I will take care of this. It is the Host decision to list the price and adjust based on the time of year and demand. I am unsure what amenities you were missing. I would was very accommodating and went out of my way to provide you bedding and towels. I would also recommend that you inform Hosts about delayed check-outs. This gives Hosts a chance to inform their support team that there may be delays and not hold up the turn-over. I do hope you can visit Maine again. Kathleen
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Captain’s Cottage

We found this cottage to be clean, cozy and quiet just as we hoped. The hostess reminded us to bring our own towels and bedding which was an important reminder as I didn’t notice that information on the listing. Unfortunately, we didn’t bring our own dish towels and dishrags so we wished that the cottage could include those. Overall, a lovely, relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

6/10 Okay

Paul D.

A nice secluded rustic cabin. Very private if main house vacant.Nice water view1/4 mile from cabin.

Internet a little slow. No dishwasher. Beds comfortable. No reading lamp in one bedroom. Well ventilated. Open floor plan. Lots of Windows. Enjoyed watching seals on the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Summer 2017 updates! The internet has been upgraded! We have lamps at the bedside. The seal pups are lounging on the rocks.

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen

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My husband and I live in southern Maine, and we love to share this amazing place that we bought while our son was at MMA.

Why they chose this property

It was all about the water! If you love the ocean you’ll know why we picked this beautiful spot by the water after you walk to the shore!

What makes this property unique

The Captain's Cottage is on 9 acres. There is also a main house on the same property which is vacant during the summer. There is a short walk to the water down a beautiful path. Its about a 5 min walk.

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