Coveside Waterfront Secluded Cottage on Seal Cove

• Absolutely Perfect!

  Absolutely Perfect!

  • Guest Waterfall
  • Date of stay 07/16/12
  • Review Submitted 08/22/12
  What an incredible little cottage- It exceeded all of our expectations. We were looking for a peaceful get a way and this cabin fit the bill. The owners have thought of every detail to make their guests comfortable- they even supply all of the lobster tools needed! Our highlights included: Many candlelight meals on the screen porch Kayaking with the seals right out of the backyard Every sunset was stunning Very comfortable beds And so many more... We got to meet Gordon, one of the owners and is such a nice man. I wish our schedules had aligned so we could have shared a beer. Looking forward to returning again and we are still talking about what a special place it is.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Sheila and I are looking forward to your return and let's be sure to have that beer together next time. The microbrews up here are fantastic!

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• Sublime!

  Sublime!

  • Guest Ann
  • Date of stay 07/16/11
  • Review Submitted 04/02/12
  My husband and I have been vacationing in this adorable and charming cottage on Seal Cove for over 10 years. I can't say enough good things about it. It was updated in 2011 but is still rustic and charming; the location -- 50 feet from the water -- is dreamy; the owners are great and lots of fun; and it's a good base for visiting mid-coast Maine and beyond. Seal Cove, off the Damariscotta River, has it all: kayaking, sailing, lobstering, swimming, watching gorgeous sunsets, and leaving your cares behind. Hiking trails are nearby. South Bristol's lobster pounds will cook up succulent lobsters for you. Damariscotta is 15 minutes away and offers great shopping, restaurants, art, book store, markets, etc. There's a nice little golf course nearby, too. We're totally smitten!

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

  Owner response: No - we didn't pay these people to write the review. And yes - it's all true. Especially the part about the owners. Come find out for yourself!!

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• Favorite Family Vacation

  Favorite Family Vacation

  • Guest MOL
  • Date of stay 08/13/11
  • Review Submitted 04/02/12
  We have stayed at the Seal Cove cabin for 2 summers in a row and it quickly became our favorite family spot. It's so peaceful and you can't beat the fresh Maine air! Our children loved throwing rocks down at the water's edge and became entralled by the mystic of fairies in the area. We love Pemaquid beach and the Maine Botanical Gardens- lots of great destinations close by. The owners are so lovely and the cabin is very clean, cozy and has everything you need!

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

  Owner response: What is it about those mystical fairies? It seems as though they show up every summer in our woods and build wonderful houses with twigs, leaves, pebbles and shells. Though we've never seen the fairies, we know they are there. Who else could be building those fairy houses? PS: did we happen to mention that Sheila is an artist?

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• I'd Return In a Heartbeat

  I'd Return In a Heartbeat

  • Guest Marty
  • Date of stay 03/01/12
  • Review Submitted 03/22/12
  My family and I stayed here several times. The cabin is a gem, with perfect furnishings, lovely art on the walls, a complete (not the usual bare bones) kitchen, and plenty of overall comfort if you hit a rainy day. The photos are accurate, but the reality is even lovelier. The lawn slopes down to the cove 50 yards away, and the water's close enough that you can sit in the peace of the evening and hear the seals bark. The owners are very responsive but not in your face. I used to say that the only problem with this place was having to leave it - so we bought our own cabin. That's why we don't vacation there any more, but I still miss it.

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

  Owner response: As with many of our guests, we became friends with this family and were thrilled that they chose to purchase a home near us. We could visit more often, even though we lost our tenant. Please note that the date of stay is incorrect - this was a past summer guest - but we appreciate the great review. Also - the water may be 50 yards away at low tide, but it's a lot closer when the tide is in!

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$130 per night no minimum, but add $100 cleaning fee for three nights or less.
$825 per week

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