Location: Eliot, Southern Coast, Maine, USA (1 Hour from Boston, Just Over the Bridge from Portsmouth, NH)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Keywords: Water Front Home
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.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Window units in 3 bedrooms.
- Linens Provided : Beach Towels Provided
- Washer (2)
- Dryer (2)
- Off Street Parking : Plenty of private parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed : Conversion kit for 2 single beds in second bedroom upstairs.
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Master Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : I have a full inventory of all items in the kitchen that I would be happy to email along to you.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully Equipped
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Outside on the deck.
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony : From Master Bedroom
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : 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.
- Communications
- Computer : And we have wireless internet.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Photograph on cover of Accent Magazine. Dock with kayaks and canoe. Hiking and biking. Near cultural center, Portsmouth, NH.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Please email for full list of activities and additional photos.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$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.
$120 cleaning fee.7% Maine Rooms Tax. 5% surcharge for credit cards.
Rental fee is based on rate for one week and is not discounted for fewer days.
THIS IS A NON SMOKING HOME.
*****SPECIAL OFFER FOR WEEK BEGINNING JULY 2ND. $100 GAS CARD!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1997
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 of 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.
Property Photos
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- Amazing sunsets every day of your stay! - Eliot, ME Vacation Waterfront Home - Kayaks, Canoe & Catamaran; Wi-Fi
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- Relax at the water's edge in this wonderful screened porch! - Eliot, ME Vacation Waterfront Home - Kayaks, Canoe & Catamaran; Wi-Fi
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- Wake up in this incredible master suite and balconey overlooking the water! - Eliot, ME Vacation Waterfront Home - Kayaks, Canoe & Catamaran; Wi-Fi
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- Luxuriate in this master bathroom and jacuzzi overlooking the water!
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- Autumn view from the deck
Traveler Reviews (10)
Nice, private riverside location with great views
Guest: M & D
(Plymouth, MA)
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:Sightseeing, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers.
Spectacular View
Guest: Carol
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
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:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Views were spectacular
Guest: Carol
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
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
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.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Guest: Carol G.
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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
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Guest: Don & Jen
(S.F.)
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
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Guest: Joanne
(Upstate New York)
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.
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Guest: Janet Riley1
(Silver Spring, MD)
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!
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Guest: Amy Wood & Mike Coughlan
(Kennebunk, ME)
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!
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Guest: Sue65
(Glen Lyon PA)
Date of Stay: 08/10/09
Review Submitted: 08/10/09
What a beautiful home!! Stayed here the week of 8/1/09. It was a great week. House is very comfortable and has everything you need. The private setting is peaceful and relaxing yet close enough to the beaches and outlets.
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Guest: Ryan31
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/07/09
Review Submitted: 08/07/09
We booked our stay here sight-unseen (pictures only) and couldn't have been more pleased with the property upon arrival and during our stay. The setting is tranquil, and the owners have beautifully and tastefully modernized and designed the house. It's impossible not to adjust to a "lazy summer" frame of mind here.
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