Location: Stonington, Deer Isle, Acadia, Maine, USA (Bangor International Airport is an Hour and a Half Away)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 5-6)
Green Head Forge is on 3.5 beautiful acres on the outskirts of Stonington in a comfortable family neighborhood.
It's nestled in the woods among granite ledges and lichen-covered boulders -- there is even an old quarry on the property! There's lots of privacy and winding paths to explore.
Green Head Cove is at the end of the street, and you'd be hard-pressed to find a more picturesque spot than this for launching your kayaks, swimming (brrrr!), or picnicking on the rocks while watching the lobster boats come and go.
Walk a little farther along the cove to Green Head Lobster Company for live lobsters right off the boat! We're just a short walk through the woods to the Farmers' Market on Fridays at the Island Community Center, or head into the village for shopping, art galleries, friendly restaurants and the ice cream parlor, or the Opera House for movies and live shows.
Visit the library or the Community Center for internet access. And don't miss the mail boat to Isle au Haut, or take another scenic boat tour!
The original owners of The Forge were dear family friends, Jack and Harriet Hemenway, who ran the forge and studio. Many examples of Jack's fine iron work remain in the cabin and around the grounds.
We have remodeled the studio into a rustic yet very comfortable two-bedroom cabin featuring a modern kitchen with soaring ceiling and large windows overlooking the trees and gardens.
A microwave oven and coffee pot are included, along with all the cooking equipment you'll need for your stay. The living room has a lobster-trap coffee table, cozy seating, and lots of light from more tall windows.
The bedrooms and bathroom with shower are upstairs. The master bedroom also has a cathedral ceiling and tall windows that make you feel part of the outdoors -- you'll catch glimpses of the harbor and houses along Green Head Cove.
The second large bedroom has a double and a twin bed plus a real treat: a back door that opens onto a little bridge to the yard, where you can sit among the granite boulders and listen to the birds.
In addition to the two bedrooms, we have a cot and an aero-bed available, as well as a port-a-crib and highchair on request.
Our property is a rustic oasis, a peaceful get-away in the fragrant woods.
Please give us a call or email for more information.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Gravel drive; plenty of parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib: Port-a-crib available on request
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: coffee pot and toaster included
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Lobster dinner on request! Seafood Casserole!
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Ocean View: (Our view of Stonington Harbor somewhat obstructed by trees during summer.) Just 1 mile from Sand Beach. Walk across the street to watch the lobster boats and have a picnic on the rocks.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jul/Aug .......... $800/week
Sept/ Oct............. $700/week
** flexible check in dates -Call for rates
Plus Maine Lodging Tax of 7%.
Security Deposit - $200.00 (Refundable)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2009
We are Richard and Wilda Eaton, lifelong residents of Stonington. Richard is a direct descendant of the first settler of Deer Isle, William Eaton, in the 1700' s. Wilda's family have been fishermen on the island for generations. Richard loves to play golf and enjoys the summer tournament at the Island Country Club. We have a son, Chris, and daughter-in-law, Morgan, who have three children. Our daughter Pam and her husband Andrew have two children. Wilda loves gardening, tending both vegetables and flowers. We are active volunteers on Deer Isle's Memorial Ambulance Corps and the American Legion. And, of course, we always enjoy spending time with our family and friends.
Why the Owner Chose Stonington
The Forge is on a beautiful 3.5-acre site on the outskirts of Stonington. It's nestled in the woods among granite outcroppings and paths to explore. My husband was one of its builders back in 1972, and the owners were dear family friends, who ran the forge and studio. Many examples of the fine iron work remain in the cottage and around the grounds.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
Our property is an oasis, a peaceful get-away in the fragrant woods. It's just a short walk to the village and the waterfront, a picturesque cove filled with lobster boats and pleasure craft.
Property Photos
- Side view of Green Head Forge - Stonington, ME Cottage with Ocean View that is Kid Friendly close to Shopping and Restaurants
- Kitchen, including forged glass-topped table - Stonington, ME Cottage with Ocean View that is Kid Friendly close to Shopping and Restaurants
- Living room with lobster-trap coffee table - Stonington, ME Cottage with Ocean View that is Kid Friendly close to Shopping and Restaurants
- Master bedroom
- Entrance to Green Head Forge
Guest Comments (0)
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #246005
There have been 2691 visitors to this page since the counter was last reset in 2009.
This listing was first published here in 2009.
Date last modified - October 07, 2009
This property does not yet have any comments in the guestbook.
Be the first to add a comment to this listing...