Location: Camden, Mid-Coast & Islands, Maine, USA (On the Crystal Clear Megunticook River in Camden, Maine)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
River's Edge is a stylish, up-to-date Maine cabin with a floating dock for swimming & fishing. The river is crystal clear & clean. The neighborhood is quiet & full of nature. Half the property is woods with 500' of riverfront. There is a feeling of seclusion, yet other houses are nearby with friendly neighbors. You will find great views of the water & mountains & enjoy elegant & functional antiques in fine condition.
River's Edge was built in 1970 as a family summer place, situated on land that was once a pasture serving the farm house which still stands across the street. Sheep grazed here, an apple orchard bloomed & a small barn stood near the road. When the cottage was built, the old barn's original wide pine siding was used inside the living room. The cottage is comfortable & relaxing. Now white-washed, the antique barn board brightens the central living area. High ceilings throughout make it light & airy. River’s Edge is owned by an artist & maintained by her energetic handy man.
Well-behaved PETS are welcome.
River's Edge is a retreat for the artist, writer & poet in you--a cozy vacation home on the Megunticook River with views of lovely Mount Battie. To your left, up river, is a dam that forms Lake Megunticook. About two miles down river is another dam, the Seabright, which creates this most peaceful section of river for your enjoyment. You will find it perfect for swimming, floating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing or sunning on its banks. It is a rare quiet spot without the motor boats, water skiing or jet skis you may like to enjoy on the Lake, which are accessible just around the corner.
The home is well equipped for the comfort of up to four adults. You will find two bedrooms, one with a queen-size bed, another with a twin set. The bathroom has a tub, shower, plenty of hot water & fluffy towels. The kitchen is nice & roomy & all set with everything you need for cooking up a storm, including a large, vintage, restored refrigerator, new (2007) gas range & oven & new (2006) microwave. There is a large gas grill just outside, easy to reach. You can dine inside or out.
There is a large color TV with digital cable & DVD player. There are several shops in Camden which rent current & classic films on DVD. The sofa is all ready & comfortable for afternoon napping. Or you could nod off on a lounge chair down on the floating dock.
River's Edge is a place to be close to nature.
Summer in Camden, Maine:
The wildflowers have a timing & cycle all their own. Lupine are followed by Day Lilies, Queen Anne's Lace, then Daisies in many varieties, Black-eyed Susans, Goldenrod & many more which you can have fun identifying. There are a couple of wildflower references at the house; enjoy & use them on your walks. The wildflowers attract droves of butterflies & hummingbirds. You will see Swallowtail & Monarch as well as others more exotic & rare. Keep an eye out of the Monarch's cocoon - it is hanging under a rock & has edges of gold.
The float in the river is a favorite haven of Dragonflies & Damselflies, both long-time residents of our planet, serving as pollinators & mosquito eaters. They are your friends & will not sting or hurt you. They will come & sit on your toe or finger & let you have a good look at their beautiful iridescent colors & patterns. This is a special treat & the only way to see what they really look like. There is no known way to preserve the colors of a Dragonfly specimen.
Sometimes you can glimpse a Beaver family playing along the banks & in the water in the late afternoon. Last summer, they had two babies with them. The cunning raccoons usually prowl around at night looking for food. The skunk looks deceptively friendly, cute & fluffy as she prances across the yard from one section of woods to the other. Also at night you may spy the red fox that lives around the lake & river. What a sight!
You cannot miss the porcupines. They live in the untamed parts of the property, between the house & the dam. They compete with you for the wild blackberries which are abundant just outside the kitchen door & beyond. So do get out there & pick when they are ripe & enjoy some for yourselves. (The porcupines are winning.) The sounds you hear at night in the early summer are a chorus of Loons & Bull Frogs.
Endearing Autumn at River's Edge:
As summer draws to a close you will begin seeing Canadian Geese & hear their honking as they make their way to their winter homes. You will also see Loons, Cormorants, Osprey, Blue Heron, Egrets, Crows, Hummingbirds, Hawks & Turkey Vultures. Pay attention to the sky & spot an Eagle soaring alone. In September, listen for the Owl in the evenings & occasionally a Woodpecker at dawn. October brings changing colors every day all around. Cool crisp air is mild enough to invite you to sit outside on the porch & enjoy the abundant nature as it prepares for winter. By November, the leaves are falling & the best of autumn in New England sets in.
Spring, Summer, or Fall, River's Edge is a wonderful spot to vacation & unwind, or to work in absolute peace. Artists, writers, composers, musicians, poets & photographers have been inspired by entering this world of river & woods during their visits. Please come, bring your family & friends & make yourselves at home.
Enjoy & use the house, property & river. Explore Camden, Rockport & the surrounding areas. It will surely be a vacation you will remember. This time & for seasons to come.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided: Soft sheets & blankets. Plenty of fluffy towels.
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed: in Master Bedroom
- Twin/Single Bed: 2 Twin Beds in Second Bedroom
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Digital Cable TV with TiVo & DVD player
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: New (2007) gas stove with fan hood & oven. Toaster, microwave oven, coffee maker, cuisinart & blender.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Lots of utensils, pots, pans, bowls, knives, silverware, dishes, lobster pot, baking pans, etc. Owners love to cook.
- Refrigerator: Vintage, with freezer, large, restored, reliable, works well.
- Microwave: New microwave (2006).
- Catering Available: Please call us for our list of local chefs.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Large, new propane grill.
- Lanai: Walk out the living room onto an awning covered deck facing the lawn & river. Glass top round table & 4 comfortable chairs for outdoor dining, seats up to 8 cozy.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Floating dock on the Megunticook River.
- Mountain View: Across the river you see Mt. Battie & the craggy, green hills around it.
- Communications
- Telephone: Cordless phone & answering machine.
- Broadband Internet: Modem & router in the bedroom. Bring a long ethernet cord if you need one to hook up. Otherwise, use wireless.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wireless DSL network live throughout & around the house.
- Other Amenities
- Ceiling & Floor Fans, Monitor & Electric Heaters, Weekly Maid Service provided (you may request more frequent maid service for an extra charge). Also available: boat rental, in home massage, grocery provisioning in advance or mid-week, babysitting services.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well behaved dogs welcome. $150 pet fee for each.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Also available: boat rental, in home massage, grocery provisioning in advance or mid-week, babysitting services.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
April 24-May 29, 2010 ............. $ 1250/week.
May 29-September 4, 2010 .......... $ 1800/week.
September 4-October 30, 2010 .......$ 1450/week.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- River's Edge Cottage on the Megunticook River in midsummer - Camden, ME - Maine Rental Lodging on Megunticook River
- Dining Room - Living Room - Camden, ME - Maine Rental Lodging on Megunticook River
- Watch the river go by or dine on the roomy covered deck - Camden, ME - Maine Rental Lodging on Megunticook River
- River's Edge is the only place you see--right in the center
- Jump into the crystal clear Megunticook River from the float--just steps away
- Antique Desk at River's Edge
- Comfortable Couch with River View
- Antiques in the Master Bedroom at River's Edge
- Antique French Armoire & vintage Art Deco lamps in Master Bedroom
- Plenty of big fish in the river! (Photo taken from the cottage's covered deck.)
- Fishing rods are ready to go, or bring your own
- The cottage's Floating Dock on the Megunticook River
- Everyone relaxes at River's Edge
- Your own private spa
- Stone path to enter River's Edge
- Namaste
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #17675
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