Spectacular Oceanfront House - Deep Water Dock

10/21/2009

VRBO Bear stayed here:

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When the Bear, his family and friends arrived at this quaint cottage home in South Bristol, Maine, we were immediately charmed by its idyllic location. The cottage was nestled above McFarland’s Cove, a secluded and tranquil cove which led out to the Atlantic Ocean. Surrounded by gorgeous trees dappled in autumn colors and a view of the bay that was postcard-perfect, the cottage was a real hidden gem! The cove and its calm turquoise waters were absolutely perfect for canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and swimming. We truly enjoyed watching the local lobstermen coming in and out of the bay as they pulled up their catch of the day. If you’re lucky, you might even be able to flag down a boat for some fresh Maine lobster straight from the sea!

The cottage has a terrific deck overlooking the cove complete with plenty of comfy seating for relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views. We especially enjoyed watching the sunrise over the bay as there’s simply nothing as serene and as peaceful as an East Coast sunrise. The cottage’s interior was very cozy, with a great cabin feel and a warm fireplace to gather around with the family. The dining room boasted perfect bay views and was ideal for nightly dinner feasts as well as fun and games with family and friends. The rustic charm of the home included a fully stocked country kitchen and hotel grade beds… what more can a bear ask for?! The Bear had to pry himself from the luxuriousness of his bed to begin exploring Southern Maine.

We walked the leaf-strewn roads, explored the beautiful coves and frolicked in the leaves. We enjoyed the local fare of “lobsta”, “clam chowda”, steamed and fried clams. We stopped at a few wineries in the Maine area for tastings. Plus, we toured a few of the neighboring towns of Boothbay Harbor, Damariscotta, Camden, Rockland, and Pemaquid. Whether it’s autumn, winter, spring or summer, a scenic drive is best for photographing the area’s vivid landscape. There was so much beauty to be seen in Maine, you cannot take a bad photo of the region’s ponds, rivers and hidden coves.

Overall, we enjoyed the beauty and history of the Pemaquid Lighthouse, historical homes, shops, and harbors. Maine’s motto tells it all… “Maine, the way life is supposed to be!”

The VRBO Bear

The VRBO Bear

• Quiet Retreat

  Quiet Retreat

  • Guest M & S
  • Date of stay 08/29/12
  • Review Submitted 09/04/12
  My husband had a big project on his hands when I asked that he find a place for our family and a few friends. A place that was in Maine..not touristy Maine, but true Maine. Someplace that was right on the water, large enough not to feel cramped, clean, beautiful, quaint, and with a fully equipped kitchen. John you were delightful to deal with and you spoke the truth when you suggested that your home would exceed our expectations. BOY did it! We fell in love the second we walked in! The house is very well kept..with an extroidinarily well stocked kitchen! Seriously..those salad bowls were the BIGGEST bowls I have ever seen! The beds, as advertised were wonderfully comfortable..soft sheets, new sturdy beds! The (huge) dining room table saw amazing meals..as well as the picnic tables outside for our lobster bake. My most favorite spot in the house though was that porch! I have not found that much relaxation all summer long! What a view! The kids loved bunking up in the bedroom with the best view in the house..what a great room! They also loved how easily the fish were caught right off the dock! We kayaked and stand up paddled, fished, ate, imbibed, relaxed, played games, enjoyed fire pits, and fires in the living room. We played lacross in the front yard, visited the Fort, as well as the Pemaquid lighthouse. Perfect! For a large group (we had up to 5 kids ages 8-12 and 7 adults), we never felt cramped and we never grew bored! There was nothing that we didn't have at our fingertips in this house. It truly was like walking into 'home'. We highly recommend this beautiful home! Thanks again John for your communication, and for sharing your outstanding home with us! We would love to come back to enjoy it again!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.

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• The Virginians

  The Virginians

  • Guest Ken & Cathy
  • Date of stay 06/16/12
  • Review Submitted 08/04/12
  Our family of eight thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful place in MacFarland Cove. The spectacular views, climate and wonderful accommodations made our visit quite special. Our two kids (ages 9 and 11) enjoyed fishing off the dock, roasting marshmallows, and short hikes over to the cove beach just down the road. We enjoyed fresh lobster dinners most nights, courtesy of the fisherman's co-op daily catch in nearby South Bristol. The location was perfect, allowing for some easy day trips along the midcoast to Camden and Popham Beach. John was most helpful and informative, making our stay most pleasant and relaxing. We're looking forward to our next visit to this hidden gem!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+.

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• Total relaxation with fantastic views

  Total relaxation with fantastic views

  • Guest Mike M.
  • Date of stay 06/23/12
  • Review Submitted 07/03/12
  John, your cottage was wonderful. The location and interior accommodations were very pleasant. my wife and I travel all over the world and we agree that the view from your porch over looking McFarland Bay was among the best we have experienced. Our kids were on the dock every day fishing, kayaking, or just chatting with their cousins. We hope to be there again next year. The Munson's Boulder Colorado

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• Perfect House for a Family Reunion!

  Perfect House for a Family Reunion!

  • Guest mainelover
  • Date of stay 07/16/11
  • Review Submitted 01/02/12
  Our extended family of 12 enjoyed a fabulous week here in July 2011. The accommodations were wonderful with a fully equipped kitchen containing everything we could possible need, plenty of bedrooms with extremely comfortable beds, and more than enough space for gathering around the dining table, or on the front porch. We were mesmerized by the water view from the front porch and spent many hours out there whether it was sipping coffee in the early morning or enjoying cocktails in the evening. Activities included swimming off the deep water dock, fishing, kayaking and playing badminton in the large front yard. We had planned to explore more of the area around South Bristol and Damariscotta, but once we were settled in at the cottage, we didn't want to leave! We did take a drive over to New Harbor and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse one afternoon which was well worth it. Prior to arrival, the owner was very good about answering through email the many questions that I had. Upon arrival we found the cottage to be very clean. I would highly recommend this beautiful oceanfront house as it exceeded all of our expectations (it's even nicer than the beautiful photos!) It was a very memorable vacation for us all and the perfect place for a family reunion!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+.

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• Great Maine Experience

  Great Maine Experience

  • Guest Greg & Kim
  • Date of stay 06/18/11
  • Review Submitted 08/05/11
  The panoramic view of John's Bay upon our arrival was even more spectacular than the photos could show. This home is perfect for a large group. There were 11 of us in our family and the accomodations and amenities were not lacking a thing. The home was notably clean and fresh and even the landscaping was nicely manicured. Only 30 minutes from Boothbay Harbor and Pemaquid Peninsula with a nice sandy beach. Fishing fun off the dock and flag down a lobster boat right here to buy lobster right off the boat. Lots of antiquing along the area highways. Great spot on the mid-coast. Don't think twice about deciding to spend some time here.

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

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Weekly Rates.  Sleeps up to 12.  Rates based on 6 people - $100 per extra person.
April - May: $1,500 - $2,000
June - Sept: $2,000 - $3,500
Oct - Nov:   $1,500 - $2,000
$175 weekly cleaning/linen laundry fee per 6 people.
7% Maine Sales Tax Additional.
We are happy to accomodate your special requests. Please ask.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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