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'Historic' and Gorgeous Late-19th-Century 'Summer Retreat'

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Blueberry Lodge, Sorrento Maine

Blueberry Lodge, Sorrento Maine Greatroom Greatroom - Stone Fireplace Greatroom - Sitting area Greatroom - Second Floor Art Gallery Bird's eye view of Greatroom Second Floor Porch Master Bedroom Eat-in kitchen Relax with a cup of tea Main Floor Sun porch Sun Porch - Outside eatting area Road to Harbor & Stone's-throw-away "Barrett's Beach". Veiw from Blueberry Lodge Local Tennis Courts Village architecture - Local Historic "Seasonal" Church Sorrento Harbor and Dock Veiw of Mount Desert Island Sunset by Kayak, Frenchman's Bay

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  • Minimum stay:Contact owner
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:Yes
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

'Blueberry Lodge' is a late-19th-century, 'shingle style' masterpiece -- now fully restored to its original glory (and 'winterized' as well).
Four 'orthodox' bedrooms (each for two persons) and a (also-two-person) second-floor 'sleeping porch'. Cathedral-ceilinged Living Room, two full bathrooms, 'full' kitchen, first-floor and second-floor porches, 'walk-in' cellar and cellar-level 'lower deck'. House is surrounded by lawn -- with the south-side lawn unusually spacious by normal Sorrento standards.
The preceding is just a 'barebones' summary of what is the 'Blueberry Lodge' experience -- a MUCH more detailed description is available upon request.

Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Pets Considered:

            Pets are welcomed, however, should your pet be joining you on vacation, we ask you to make sure that they do not damage the delicate door screens of the property and further, if you have a pet that is a 'shedder', we request that you make sure to keep them off the furniture!...moreless

          • Non Smoking Only:

            Absolutely NO smoking. Either in the house or out on the decks. The house and its surroundings are at very high risk for fire....moreless

          • Children Welcome

          Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 8-10

          • Bedroom 1

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          • Bedroom 2

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          • Bedroom 3

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          • Bedroom 4

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          • Sleeping Porch

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          • Queen size Beds (2) Master bedroom 1st floor, Guest room - convertible sofa, Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (2), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) On second floor sleeping porch (queen size), Bunk Beds (2) Window seats in the 'TV room' and great room that can (and have) accommodated small children!...moreless

          Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Basic supply of bowls, pans, and pots including large lobster pot! ... oh and of course the ever important coffee maker....moreless

          • Kitchen:

            Gas range, Electric oven...moreless

          • Dishwasher
          • Refrigerator
          • Microwave

          Amenities

          • Linens Provided
          • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
          • Wood Fireplace
          • Babysitter
          • Washing Machine
          • Clothes Dryer

          Entertainment

          • DVD Player
          • CD Player

          Communications

          • Broadband Access
          • Computer Available
          • Wireless Internet

          Outdoor Features

          • Balcony
          • Deck / Patio
          • Outdoor Grill

          Location & View

              • Water View:

                Property is located in the 'village' section of Sorrento -- not literally 'on' but only a 'stone's throw' (literally) from beautiful Sorrento Harbor....moreless

              Activities

              • Deepsea Fishing
              • Fishing
              • Golf
              • Cycling
              • Hospital
              • Medical Services
              • Basketball Court
              • Swimming
              • Tennis
              • Kayaking
              • Sound/Bay Fishing
              • Hiking
              • Mountain Climbing
              • Sailing
              • Boating
              • Antiquing
              • Beachcombing
              • Playground
              • Churches
              • Library
              • Marina
              • Whale Watching
              • ATM/Bank
              • Groceries
              • Walking
              • Bird Watching
              • Scenic Drives
              • Sight Seeing

              Other Activities

                  • Sorrento - A 'Classic' Down East Maine 'summer community' -- very definitely in the 'they-don't-make-them-like-that-anymore' category. A real 'Brigadoon' throwback to another 'era'. Both Sorrento itself and the surrounding ('Down East') region are visually spectacular in the June-through-at-least-late-October time period. The property itself -- 'Blueberry Lodge' -- was originally constructed in the 1880s and is either the oldest or second-oldest 'summer home' in Sorrento. Completely 'restored' and unarguably gorgeous. And the also-spectacular 'main section' of Acadia National Park (on 'Mount Desert Island' in Frenchman Bay) is only a 10-minute motorboat ride or 25-minute 'drive-around' away. (Acadia's so-called 'Schoodic Section' is located right next door to Sorrento in Winter Harbor.) IMPORTANT: A MUCH MORE 'EXHAUSTIVE' TREATMENT OF 'BLUEBERRY LODGE', SORRENTO AND THE NEIGHBORING REGION IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. ...moreless
                   

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                  Rates

                  'High Season' (June 30-September 3, 2012):  $2000/week
'Bracket Seasons' (May 1-June 30 and September 3-October 28, 2012): $1,500/week 
'Off-Season':  Inquire of Owner

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

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                  Owner info

                  Year Purchased: 1981

                  About the owner: Donal Barrett is a long-since (1972)-'transplanted'-to-Greater-Boston native of Manhattan and the mid-Atlantic. Susan Barrett is a long-since-'transplanted'-to-the-US (mainly NY and Boston) Brit. Mr. Barrett is a 'recovered'-lawyer-turned-'entrepreneur'. Mrs. Barrett, who began her working life as a nurse -- first in London and then in Australia and the US -- has 're-invented' herself more times than anyone (including her) can count. For a decade-or-more she served as the Public Relations Vice President for the Jim Henson Company (the Muppets) and, more recently, has held assorted positions in the 'public broadcasting' world.

                  Why the Owner Chose Sorrento:
                  Why not? Sorrento & 'Blueberry Lodge' is not only gorgeous -- it's 'dripping' with history. (Only one example: The property's original owner, Daniel Lamont, was Grover Cleveland's Secretary of War.) And if there's a lovelier June-through-October 'venue' than Sorrento, please tell us about it -- we sure as heck haven't found any!

                  The Unique Benefits at this House:
                  Indelible memories -- of a unique place.

                  Contact us

                  • Primary: (508) 785-1618 (Massachusetts, USA)
                   

                  Photos

                  • Blueberry Lodge, Sorrento Maine

                    Blueberry Lodge, Sorrento Maine

                  • Greatroom - Stone Fireplace

                    Greatroom - Stone Fireplace

                  • Greatroom - Second Floor Art Gallery

                    Greatroom - Second Floor Art Gallery

                  • Second Floor Porch

                    Second Floor Porch

                  • Eat-in kitchen

                    Eat-in kitchen

                  • Main Floor Sun porch

                    Main Floor Sun porch

                  • Road to Harbor & Stone's-throw-away "Barrett's Beach". Veiw from Blueberry Lodge

                    Road to Harbor & Stone's-throw-away "Barrett's Beach". Veiw from Blueberry Lodge

                  • Village architecture - Local Historic "Seasonal" Church

                    Village architecture - Local Historic "Seasonal" Church

                  • Veiw of Mount Desert Island

                    Veiw of Mount Desert Island

                  • Greatroom

                    Greatroom

                  • Greatroom - Sitting area

                    Greatroom - Sitting area

                  • Bird's eye view of Greatroom

                    Bird's eye view of Greatroom

                  • Master Bedroom

                    Master Bedroom

                  • Relax with a cup of tea

                    Relax with a cup of tea

                  • Sun Porch - Outside eatting area

                    Sun Porch - Outside eatting area

                  • Local Tennis Courts

                    Local Tennis Courts

                  • Sorrento Harbor and Dock

                    Sorrento Harbor and Dock

                  • Sunset by Kayak, Frenchman's Bay

                    Sunset by Kayak, Frenchman's Bay

                  Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #424416

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                  4 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom
                  Sleeps 10

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                  (508) 785-1618 (Massachusetts, USA)

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