Location: Brooksville, Acadia, Maine, USA (Blue Hill, Castine, Stonington, Belfast, Bangor, Bar Harbor)
Accommodations: Guest House, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Our private guest house, "Red Windows" could be your home away from home while visiting the special area of coastal Maine. Brooksville is one hour north from Camden and one hour south from Acadia National Park in a spectacular natural setting of fir trees, granite islands and shimmering water. Brooksville is home to a unique community of artists, writers, potters, and organic gardeners. There are hiking trails, beaches, seals, and kayaking at every turn.
In nearby Blue Hill, Brooklin, Deer Isle and Stonington visit Kneisel Hall of Music, The Wooden Boat School, and Haystack School of Crafts. The surrounding area is known for excellent restaurants, art galleries and lovely shops.
This is the first year we are renting our guest house. The house was designed by the owner/architect and has two levels. The first floor, with private entrance, has a newly renovated, bright, and comfortable open plan with living, dining, and kitchen areas. The large room on the second floor has a queen sized bed, two built-in Swedish beds for small children, and a bathroom with tub/shower.
The house is charming, with slip-covered furniture, pottery, artwork, and a well equipped kitchen. Of course, the best parts are the spectacular sunsets and views over Smith’s Cove to Castine Harbor and Penobscot Bay. A short walk takes you to a town boat launch and dock where you can swim, put in kayaks or a boat.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Reduced fee if linens are not provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Child Bed (2) : two built in Swedish beds suitable for children under 12
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): Flat screen
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Walking distance to town landing for boat launching, kayaking, and swimming; lobster delivered to your door
- Suitability
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Other Activities
- classic farmers markets, courses available at Haystack School of Crafts, The Wooden Boat School
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June 26th to Sept 18................. $1050/week
May 22-Jun 26, Sep 18- Oct 30.. $975/week
Rest of Year ............. $ negotiable
possiblity of 3 night minimum if available, %500. for 3 nights
7% lodging tax.After Jan 1, 2010, 8.5%
$200 deposit
$100 cleaning fee (May be waived for clean house on departure).
repeat guests enjoy 5% discount
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1995
We moved to coastal Maine in 1995 after many wonderful years in the Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, Annapolis areas. Our children had grown and we wanted a more natural way of life, still working as an architect and kitchen designer, and being able to see salt water, garden, and live in a small community. Brooksville Maine is exactly what we were looking for and has surpassed our expectations. Organic farming, artists, writers, and fishermen compose much of our area. The Blue Hill Peninsula has both culture and simple living.
The Unique Benefits of this Guest House
The beauty of the natural surroundings and the light.
Property Photos
- Spectacular sunsets - Brooksville Guest Home with Ocean View and Wi-Fi Internet
- Guest House on Left - Brooksville Guest Home with Ocean View and Wi-Fi Internet
- Living, Dining, Kitchen on first floor - Brooksville Guest Home with Ocean View and Wi-Fi Internet
- Second floor bedroom
- Child's swedish bed (1 of 2)
- Smith's Cove with windjammers, view from guest house
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