Keewaydin front entrance
Location: Brooklin, Acadia, Maine, USA (50 Miles from Bangor, 60 Miles from Bar Harbor)
Accommodations: 6 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 9-11)
Keywords: Summer Cottage
Our family cottage, Keewaydin, was built in 1908, and has been continuously enjoyed by 5 generations of our family. The architecture, featuring an open living room facing directly up to the rafters, with a balcony running along two sides of the second story, was designed by Washington DC architect Frank Bibb.
In 2004 , a total renovation of the cottage was undertaken with the goal of not only preserving it for future generations by modernizing the interior, but restoring the gardens and grounds, including the original entrance, reconstructed from photographs. In addition to the amenities we have itemized, the cottage has a double screened in porch where we often take our meals. Across the road is the only private beach in the Colony, owned by us and one other family. You can keep your row boat, kayak, canoe or sailfish tied up there.
The cottage is located in Haven Colony, also known as Center Harbor, the location of Anne River Siddons' novel 'Colony.' The Center Harbor Yacht Club, which includes more small boats than yachts, keeps a running schedule of boating events for young and old alike. The Club's tennis court is steps from our door. But for those seeking R+R and a respite from human society, all you need is the house and the beach.
All the glories of Down East Maine are nearby: Deer Isle 20 miles; Castine 30 miles; Acadia National Park 60 miles. Our cottage does not have internet access but the internet is available at the Brooklin Library, 1 mile from the cottage. The cottage is a retreat in one of the most glorious places in the world. We offer it for just a few weeks when it is at its finest.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Our Family Also Owns the Cottage Directly Across the Lane, Which Owns the Only Private Beach in the Colony. the Beach is Directly Across from Deer Isle, and Can Be Used as a Place to Swim or to Beach Your Rowboat or Kayak.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Before Labor Day .. $950/week, beginning and ending on Sun at noon
After Labor Day ... $600/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1908
Why the Owner Chose Brooklin
This property has been in our family for six generations. We very seldom rent it but are making it available for a few weeks this summer.
Property Photos
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- Keewaydin front entrance - Brooklin, Maine Vacation Cottage Near the Beach
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- Keewaydin living room - Brooklin, Maine Vacation Cottage Near the Beach
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- Path to beach - Brooklin, Maine Vacation Cottage Near the Beach
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #281653
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