Location: Vinalhaven, Mid-Coast & Islands, Maine, USA (Vinalhaven Island is 80 minutes by ferry from Rockland, ME)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Secluded Cottage built in 1994
This very private, family cottage blends in with the woodsy coastline of Vinalhaven Island and is almost imperceptible from the sea. But inside it has a "new" feel to it, with bright pine walls, high ceilings, large windows, skylights, and spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding uninhabited islands. It exudes a sense of spaciousness, and you will find that the large central granite fireplace gives out warmth and coziness in the evening. A dramatic deck, shaped like the prow of a ship, offers a perfect westward view into the sunset.
This No Smoking cottage home was designed by the family and built on four levels of a hillside that slopes about seventy five feet down to 200 yards of ocean frontage. The lowest level is the sunken living room with a large granite fireplace, sofa, rocking chairs, a long bench under a large picture window, immensely high ceilings with skylights, and lots of cozy spots for reading, listening to music or playing games.
The second level includes the kitchen with gas stove, large refrigerator, and natural pine counter-tops. The dining room opens directly out onto the deck. This level also includes a wood stove for extra warmth on chilly mornings, and a storage closet.
The third level includes a full master bath with tub and shower, a washer and dryer closet, and a master bedroom with a comfortable king-size bed, three large closets, and a view of the sea. You can lie in bed in the morning and watch seagulls swooping after lobster boats in the bay. The fourth level is an enclosed loft bedroom with two extra-long twin beds, a closet, a full bath with shower, skylights, and a storage attic.
Near the front door there is an outdoor shower for washing off salt water, and small deck for bikes and other equipment, as well as a small shop. The entire cottage is surrounded by a lovely rock garden with local plantings. Underneath the cottage there is an unfinished storage area that includes a large hot water heater and space for life jackets, paddles, oars, ladders, and boats.
On the island there are many hiking and biking trails, an old lighthouse, a good library, a town playground, an excellent medical center, and a number of nature preserves. Around the point from our cottage there are unusual tidal falls, leading to a beautiful, protected salt-water lake (The Basin), filled with bird life and harbor seals. There are also a number of fresh water quarries on the island that are considerably warmer for swimming than the ocean.
Off shore we are on the edge of a quiet bay encircled by eight to ten uninhabited small islands, ideal for picnicking and exploring.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- VCR
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Gas Stove, Propane Grill (BBQ), Due to family allergies, no pets are allowed
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Canoeing, Swimming in Fresh Water Quarries, Library, Town Playground
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SUMMER:7 Day Minimum Rental, $1700/week plus 7% Maine sales tax in July and August
$1300/week plus 7% tax in May-June and September-October.
Saturday to Saturday rentals in the summer of 2012.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1994
I live in Northampton, MA, but have spent summers in Vinalhaven throughout my whole life. This picture was taken while we were on a family picnic in the Basin.
Why the Owner Chose Vinalhaven
Our family first started summering in Vinalhaven in 1934.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
Quiet, fresh air, beautiful views, access to water.
Property Photos
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- Land View of the Cottage with Sea Behind it - Vinalhaven, ME - Maine Vacation Rental - Summer Cottage on Penobscot Bay!
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- Sunken Living Room with Fireplace on Left - Vinalhaven, ME - Maine Vacation Rental - Summer Cottage on Penobscot Bay!
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- An Evening View From the Shoreline - Vinalhaven, ME - Maine Vacation Rental - Summer Cottage on Penobscot Bay!
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- View of dining area from loft
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- View of living room area from loft
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- Master bedroom with view out to the water
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- Deck with view of the water.
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- The kitchen
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