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Amazing sunsets every day of your stay!

Amazing sunsets every day of your stay! Relax at the water's edge in this wonderful screened porch! Wake up in this incredible master suite and balconey overlooking the water! Luxuriate in this master bathroom and jacuzzi overlooking the water! Autumn view from the deck

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Last updated: 04/30/2013
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Quintessential Maine home featured as cover story in Accent Magazine (See Cover Photo). Very private situated on the Piscataqua River with access to the Atlantic Ocean. Dock and mooring provide use of kayaks, canoe, and excellent swimming. Lie in the hammock and enjoy stunning sunsets every afternoon. Home is located directly on the Piscataqua River, about five miles from Portsmouth, NH where the Piscataqua joins the ocean. Boats can go directly to the ocean and use of a mooring at the house is included. The river is tidal and makes for very good swimming (the water is generally 10 to 15 degrees warmer than at the ocean) with safe, gentle current anytime between half and full high tide. This part of the river is wide and wooded with few houses for a very private feel in completely natural surroundings. There is a tremendous amount of wildlife viewing directly from the house including bald eagle, red tail hawk, cormorant, fox, deer, wild turkey, and seal. Excellent fishing for Striped Sea Bass and Bluefish, directly in front of the house.

Home features 1 bedroom with double bed, den with fold out futon and bath on the first floor and 2 bedrooms and bath on the second floor including a Master suite with French doors to balcony overlooking the water, master bath includes large spa tub. Kitchen/dining/family room with stone fireplace and French doors to deck and screened porch. Living room with grand piano and built in bookcases.

Kitchen offers 6 burner cook top, stainless refrigerator and walk in pantry. Property surrounded by gardens and many opportunities for quiet walks. Nearby Portsmouth and Portland offer tons of cultural events, restaurants and shopping.
Visit our website at VistaMagicaVacationRentals for more photos and information.


Keywords: Water Front Home

Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Children Welcome
          • Non Smoking Only

          Bedrooms

          • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7, Beds for 6-7
          • Bedroom 1
          • Bedroom 2
          • Bedroom 3
          • Den
          • Details:

            King size beds (1) Conversion kit for 2 single beds in second bedroom upstairs., Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (1)...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 2.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • Bathroom 2

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Kitchen:

            I have a full inventory of all items in the kitchen that I would be happy to email along to you....morecollapse

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Fully Equipped ...morecollapse

          • Refrigerator
          • Ice Maker
          • Microwave
          • Dishwasher

          Amenities

          • Wood Fireplace
          • Gas Fireplace

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                Photograph on cover of Accent Magazine. Dock with kayaks and canoe. Hiking and biking. Near cultural center, Portsmouth, NH....morecollapse

              Entertainment

              • VCR
              • DVD Player
              • Pool Table
              • CD Player
              • Satellite / Cable
              • Video Library
              • Stereo
              • Music Library

              Communications

              • Wireless Internet
              • Broadband Access

              Pool & Spa

                  Outdoor Features

                  • Outdoor Grill
                  • Deck / Patio
                  • Lanai / Gazebo

                  Location & View

                      • Waterfront:

                        Home is located directly on the Piscataqua River, about five miles from Portsmouth, NH where the Piscataqua joins the ocean. Kayaks can be paddled directly to the ocean from the house. The river is tidal makes for very good swimming when the tide is half to full high tide. This part of the river is wide and wooded with few houses for a very private feel in completely natural surroundings....morecollapse

                      Activities

                      • Theme Parks
                      • Hiking
                      • Skiing
                      • Cycling
                      • Snowboarding
                      • Kayaking
                      • Cross Country Skiing
                      • Tennis
                      • Snorkeling/Diving
                      • Fishing
                      • Swimming
                      • Wind-Surfing
                      • Mountain Biking
                      • Golf
                      • Surfing
                      • Racquetball
                      • Basketball Court
                      • Fitness Center
                      • Sledding
                      • Shelling
                      • Wildlife Viewing
                      • Miniature Golf
                      • Sight Seeing
                      • Antiquing
                      • Shopping
                      • Boating
                      • Museums
                      • Health/Beauty Spa
                      • Live Theater
                      • Cinemas
                      • Restaurants
                      • Sailing
                      • Rock Climbing

                      Other Activities

                          • Please email for full list of activities and additional photos.
                           

                          Reviews

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                          • blissful setting

                            blissful setting

                            • Guest barbara c.
                            • Date of stay 06/30/12
                            • Review Submitted 08/01/12
                            As we prepare to leave your special home I carry with me so many wonderful memories and such a sense of peace. I will miss hearing the roosters in the morning and all the other sounds of nature that add to the serenity of this magical place. The tides, the morning and evening skies, and the changing light all make this a truly wondrous setting. Your sense of elegance and whimsy create a feeling of relaxation immediately. Usually it takes several days for me to shift into vacation mode but as soon as I walked into your home it was instantaneous. Every room has its own character with loving attention to detail. Your sense of color and design is a feast for the eyes.

                            Owner response: Thank you so much, it means alot to us that you enjoyed your time at Starboard Cove.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Everything you need!

                            Everything you need!

                            • Guest Jan
                            • Date of stay 07/21/12
                            • Review Submitted 07/31/12
                            This house has everything you need for a wonderful, relaxing stay. The sunsets are indeed breathtaking. The chef in our group was impressed with the extent of supplies in the kitchen and we all enjoyed our meals in the screened-in porch. The only negative about our stay is that we had to leave.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Nice, private riverside location with great views

                            Nice, private riverside location with great views

                            • Guest M & D
                            • Date of stay 09/05/10
                            • Review Submitted 10/10/10
                            Although we took rides to local attractions like Kittery, York Beach and Ogunquit, we spent most of our time just hanging on the property which was secluded and relaxing. The river views both inside and outside were amazing. The only reason we did not give this property 5 stars was that the property itself was in need of a little upkeep. However, we brought this to the attention of the owners who appreciated the feedback, and were already in the process of making changes and upgrades. With a little TLC, we would definitely consider staying here again.

                            Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Spectacular View

                            Spectacular View

                            • Guest Carol
                            • Date of stay 08/14/10
                            • Review Submitted 08/24/10
                            We had a great time in Maine and were delighted by your wonderful home and tranquil setting. The home was well equipped and had a very welcoming atmosphere. The scenery was beautiful and the views from the master bedroom spectacular. It was really conducive to sharing time with our family. I couldn't have picked a better setting. The pictures on the website were lovely but the experience of being on the river in a very private setting and lovely accomodations was even better. We especially enjoyed our dinners on the screened in porch. We will definitely recommend your home to our friends and family and hope to get back to Maine for another vacation. Jim and Carol and Family

                            Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • Views were spectacular

                            Views were spectacular

                            • Guest Carol
                            • Date of stay 08/14/10
                            • Review Submitted 08/24/10
                            Hi Holly and Dan, We had a great time in Maine and were delighted by your wonderful home and tranquil setting. The home was well equipped and had a very welcoming atmosphere. The scenery was beautiful and the views from the master bedroom spectacular. It was really conducive to sharing time with our family. I couldn't have picked a better setting. The pictures on the website were lovely but the experience of being on the river in a very private setting and lovely accomodations was even better. We especially enjoyed our dinners on the screened in porch. We will definitely recommend your home to our friends and family and hope to get back to Maine for another vacation. Carol

                            Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.

                            Owner response: We love providing a relaxed and beautiful environment for families to spend time together. Thanks so much for staying at Starboard Cove, come again.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

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                            • Guest Carol G.
                            • Date of stay 08/14/10
                            • Review Submitted 08/24/10
                            We had a great time in Maine and were delighted by your wonderful home and tranquil setting. The home was well equipped and had a very welcoming atmosphere. The scenery was beautiful and the views from the master bedroom spectacular. It was really conducive to sharing time with our family. I couldn't have picked a better setting. The pictures on the website were lovely but the experience of being on the river in a very private setting and lovely accomodations was even better. We especially enjoyed our dinners on the screened in porch. We will definitely recommend your home to our friends and family and hope to get back to Maine for another vacation. Carol

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/3

                            • Guest Don & Jen
                            • Date of stay 11/25/09
                            • Review Submitted 11/25/09
                            10/09 Very warm, and invitng house in a tranquil spot on the river. High enough on the river not to get bridge and traffic noise. House is totally set up to just walk in and enjoy. thx D&J

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

                            • Guest Joanne
                            • Date of stay 10/11/09
                            • Review Submitted 10/11/09
                            We could not have been more pleased with this beautiful home. The owners were gracious and accommodating. The setting was perfect - private, beautiful, tranquil. The house had everything one could wish for and was beautifully furnished. We enjoyed our evenings indoors as much as our days outdoors. We look forward to returning if the home is available next summer.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                            • Guest Janet Riley1
                            • Date of stay 09/07/09
                            • Review Submitted 09/07/09
                            We stayed in this lovely home in August 2009. It wasn't like a rental; it was like being a guest in someone's treasured home. The owners greated us to show us every detail of the home. We had every thing we needed for cooking. There were so many reading and relazing nooks. And the art, books and movies made the place so enjoyable. Our kids loved all the games, toys, the pool and ping pong table and waterfront with kayaks and canoes. It was truly a vacation!

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                            • Guest Amy Wood & Mike Coughlan
                            • Date of stay 09/07/09
                            • Review Submitted 09/07/09
                            We have rented many vacation homes over the years, and River Cottage is a true exeption. It's a gorgeous home with every comfort you can imagine, secluded in the countryside on the river yet close to several wonderful attractions. And the owners are generous, accoommodating and delightful people. What a find!

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                           
                          $2195-$2495/week, discounted rates for late fall and monthly.
                          Security Deposit $250.00.  50% Deposit to hold, balance 14 days prior.
                          Booking deposit is non refundable unless property can be re-booked.
                          $185 cleaning fee.7% Maine Lodging Tax
                          Rental fee is based on rate for one week and is not discounted for fewer days.
                          THIS IS A NON SMOKING HOME.
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                          Last updated: 04/30/2013
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                          Owner info

                          Year Purchased: 1997

                          About the owner: Dan is a professional, architectural photographer gone solar design/installation consultant. Holly is a Certified Financial Planner. In addition to Casa Isabel they own Rancho Sol y Mar on the Pacific Coast in a small Village called Mayto. They have additional VRBO listings located in Eliot Maine USA and one soon to be listed in Portsmouth, New Hampshire USA. When they are not traveling they are involved in promoting sustainable and alternative energy, hanging with friends and their five children. Please email us for the link describing our Mexican activities if you would like?

                          Why the Owner Chose Eliot:
                          We honestly feel this is the most beautiful and best location to live in the US. The peace and serenity living on the water this close to major cities is hard to find. We travel alot so being an hour from Boston's International Airport is great. We have the benefit of being on the water, minutes from the Atlantic ocean and an hour to skiing or hiking in the mountains.

                          The Unique Benefits at this House:
                          It is very important to both of us that we are in touch with nature every day. Living in this home does that for us. The many large windows that open to decks and balconeys bring the outdoors in. We also have a large screened porch where we literally live in the summer months. We take all of our meals there and sometimes sleep there. Wildlife is abundant in the area keeping every day exciting.


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                          Photos

                          • Amazing sunsets every day of your stay!

                            Amazing sunsets every day of your stay!

                          • Wake up in this incredible master suite and balconey overlooking the water!

                            Wake up in this incredible master suite and balconey overlooking the water!

                          • Autumn view from the deck

                            Autumn view from the deck

                          • Relax at the water's edge in this wonderful screened porch!

                            Relax at the water's edge in this wonderful screened porch!

                          • Luxuriate in this master bathroom and jacuzzi overlooking the water!

                            Luxuriate in this master bathroom and jacuzzi overlooking the water!

                          Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #234835

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