Location: Deer Isle, Acadia, Maine, USA (1.5 hours from Bangor; on the NW Coast of Deer Isle)
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 11-13)
Keywords: Cottage Home built 2004
Woodberry is a furnished three story cottage with front entrance on the main level and walk-out ground floor. The main floor has a living room with fireplace and hardwood floor; dining area with table for eight; large, well-equipped kitchen with island and stools; master bedroom with water view, walk-in closet and a full bathroom.
Two bedrooms and large bath are upstairs. The east bedroom includes two twin beds, dresser, arm chair, low boy dresser and bookcase. The west bedroom has a queen bed, dresser, sofa, desk, rocking chair and bookcase. Both bedrooms have water views.
Downstairs you'll find two bedrooms, one with two twins and one with bunk beds and a day bed. A shower bath with twin sinks is on this floor along with a family room with small game table and a doll house. The laundry area has a washer/dryer, ironing board and iron.
The water side of the house faces northwest. Sunsets are visible through the trees from the living room. A large deck with glass "rails" and a covered screened-in porch make outside rocking and reading a pleasure. A short walk (75') to the shore rewards you with a breathtaking view of the sunset over Eagle Island with the Camden Hills in the background.
The house is wheelchair friendly with a ramp to the front porch and 3'-0" wide doors on the main floor. It is not handicap accessible in the legal sense. Wi-Fi on site.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : Beach towels are not provided. Bring them if you plan on swimming either in the ocean or at the fresh water Lily Pond a short drive from the cottage.
- Off Street Parking : Parking by the front door of the cottage.
- Wood Fireplace : Wood provided.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Main floor and second floor
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : Second floor and ground floor.
- Bunk Bed : Ground floor.
- Child Bed : Day bed, about 6" shorter than standard, located on ground floor in bedroom with bunk beds.
- Crib : Collapsible crib, high chair, baby layette, stair gates for infants stored in second floor closet. Children's toys, books and videos available at cottage.
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : No reception for TV; for movie viewing ONLY.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Children, young adults and adult videos at the house. Also, rentals available at Burnt Cove Market.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Coffee maker, blender, food processor, toaster, toaster oven, pressure cooker, lobster pot, gas stove.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Staples are usually on site, including flour, sugar, olive oil, herbs & spices, paper products, matches, cleaning products.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : with utensils for use on lower level, outside.
- Deck/Patio : Deck has glass rails for unobstructed viewing and deck furniture.
- Lanai : Screened porch with seating.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : We are 75' from the shore with woods surrounding the house down to the shore. The beach is accessible via a short climb down an inclined rock (step down of 18", hand-hold on line around tree). Small children and the elderly will need help. No easy access. No access for kayak launching.
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : Long distance calls off island require a calling card.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Newly installed 2010
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Pets are welcome provided they are caged when left alone in the house, kept off furniture and provided they create no nuisance for neighbors. Dog run available for use with retractable leash provided by renter. Charge is $30/week per pet.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Ramp allows access to first floor through front door. All doors are 3' on first floor. Not handicapped accessible in the legal sense.
- Kid Friendly : Videos, books, games, toys available.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Golf and tennis at the public Island Country Club, mini-golf, bicycle and kayak rentals/guided tours at www.oldquarry.com, ocean swimming for the bold adventurer, swimming for the faint of heart in fresh water at the Lily Pond. Visit www.deerislemaine.com to learn about boat trips to Eagle Island or to Isle au Haut, Deer Isle Historical Museum and Granite Museum, movies/lectures at The Opera House in Stonington (15 min.). Grocery shopping at Burnt Cove Market is 10 minute away. Art galleries, crafts and antique shops await discovery all over Deer Isle. Walking or jogging "The Loop" is quiet and scenic. Easy drives to Blue Hill (25 min.), Bar Harbor (1 hr, 30 min.), Ellsworth (40 min.) & other scenic Maine towns.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Oct 1 - Nov 4, 2011...$1,100/week (base rental)...Four night minimum at $180/night
Nov 5 - May 4, 2012...$1,300/week...Three night minimum at $250/night
May 5 - June 22, 2012...$1,100/week...Four night minimum at $180/night
June 23 - Aug 31, 2012...$1,800/week
Sep 1 - 28, 2012...$1,300/week...Four night minimum at $210/night
Sep 29 - Nov 2, 2012...$1,100/week...Four night minimum at $180/night
Nov 3, 2012 - May 13, 2013...$1,300/week...Three night minimum at $250/night
Add to base rental 7% Lodging Tax, $125 cleaning, refundable $300 security deposit
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
My husband Greg and I built Woodberry starting in 2002 when we cut trees with the help of his 81 year old Mom, Anne. We opened it for rentals in 2004 as a two floor house with unfinished ground floor.
In 2010 we put most of the finishing touches on the ground floor and the house sleeps 11 now in beds and 2 more on ground floor futon in the family room.
We're always working on the house, which is one of the things we love to do when we come up to relax.
The Unique Benefits of this House
What we love most about visiting Woodberry is the quiet and the fresh fir-scented sea air. Oh ... and the lobsters.
We love to hike on Isle au Haut and to Barred Island and we sail in the bay. We enjoy seeing each summer the latest offerings by the artists on the island.
Kayaking is big now and many of our renters bring their kayaks to launch off a nearby beach. Our beach is not suitable, sadly.
Sharing the house with friends and family who make the journey north makes for good times chatting or playing games of an evening. Or we'll venture down to Stonington to attend an Opera House performance.
Mostly though it's just reading, relaxing, cooking meals together (seldom have time for that at home) and staring at the heavens on a clear evening, watching for shooting stars ... so many stars.
Property Photos
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- Woodberry Cottage from the beach - Deer Isle, ME - Maine Cottage Rental
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- Living room with wood-stove fireplace, comfortable seating for seven - Deer Isle, ME - Maine Cottage Rental
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- Large well-equiped kitchen with island seating - Deer Isle, ME - Maine Cottage Rental
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- Second floor bedroom (queen)
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- Master bedroom on first floor (queen)
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- Front of Woodberry Cottage
Traveler Reviews (19)
Perfect for our family gathering!
Guest: Betsy and Steve and crew
(Louisville, KY and Franklin, TN)
Date of Stay: 07/05/08
Review Submitted: 04/13/09
Thank you so much! We have loved our week-long stay at Woodberry Cottage. This gave our family the opportunity to have all 11 of us –three generations -- together for a vacation for the first time. And, it was absolutely wonderful. The cottage had all the comforts of home – everything we could imagine or need -- be it for cooking fresh lobster or a closet full of games for the evening. What an incredible view of the ocean and the sunsets! We had great fun with crab races down on the beach, watching the tides change, the trips into Stonington for ice cream, the amazing stars at night, and just relaxing. We even went swimming in the Lily Pond. Cold but good fun. This was a new experience for the grandchildren. I would highly recommend Woodberry Cottage and would love to return.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Fantastic house
Guest: local
(maine)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/15/11
I rented Woodberry for a week for my family to come visit. I fealt like I was walking into a dream on arrival. The pictures do not do the place justice. It is as nice as it can be while remaining homey and warm. Having so many things to do from the rocky shore to golf right down the road. Can't say enough, loved it. Also the owners were very pleasant to deal with.
Owner response:Paul, Thanks for the nice review. I appreciate it and am so glad you had a good time at Woodberry. Debbie Weeter
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
The perfect place for us
Guest: Mainer
(Auburn ME)
Date of Stay: 09/11/10
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
We just stayed for a week and found the home to be perfect. The location is wonderful. Thank You for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/03/09
Review Submitted: 09/03/09
At Woodberry I had the odd sensation that I was spending time at a friend's home. The owner and the house were so welcoming. Lovely decor, wonderful view. Loved the little details like the firewood and the games closet. The screened porch is great. Close enough to Acadia for a day trip. . .plenty to do on Deer Isle. Wish we could have stayed longer. I hope to go back soon.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/08
Review Submitted: 02/08/08
We are 2 married couples who visit Maine each year. We spent a week at Woodberry Cottage last fall. In a quiet, private, wooded, oceanfront location, the home is very attractive, comfortable and well equipped.If you want an authentic Downeast vacation amidst great beauty, this would be an excellent choice.
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Guest: Shingler
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Date of Stay: 06/30/07
Review Submitted: 06/30/07
A note received from a satisfied rentor. "I never felt like I had the opportunity to let you know just how much we enjoyed our experience in Maine last week. The Woodberry Cottage was beyond our dreams for a place to enjoy a longed for vacation with our grown sons and daughter-in-law. WE LOVED IT. Even the way the owners have furnished it was so our taste. It was [as] if we had picked everything out ourselves. Your office was so accommodating and friendly. We hope the towel bar that came loose was not too difficult to fix. I only wrote a quick note in the guest book [at the cottage], but wondered if you would please pass on to the owners, how gracious we feel they are in sharing this "home away from home" with strangers. We hope to return. With sincerest thanks, Mary Shingler"
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Guest: Bolus/Ellis/Wansley
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Date of Stay: 07/29/06
Review Submitted: 07/29/06
"Thanks for sharing your little slice of heaven with us! There is a lot of missing wine, lobster and blueberry pie on the island - we consumed all possible. Also, the mail boat [out to Eagle Island] is great fun."
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Guest: Heindl
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Date of Stay: 07/22/06
Review Submitted: 07/22/06
"What a beautiful place. Love the floor plan and all of your details. We would recommend Old Quarry for a kayak tour ... lots of fun on the 1/2 day tour ... swam at an old quarry on one of the islands. Added a piece of blue to your sea-glass bottle. Thanks again for sharing your home."
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Guest: Knudson
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Date of Stay: 07/01/06
Review Submitted: 07/01/06
"We had a wonderful relaxing week in your lovely home. Maine showed us almost all its weather and we loved it. We looked over Maine Maritime Academy, where our daughter hopes to study."
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Guest: Cummings/Wilson/Hackett
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Date of Stay: 06/10/06
Review Submitted: 06/10/06
"Thank you for sharing your lovely home. Unfortunately, the rains never stopped. Don't miss Carter's Cockatoo - loads of fun and great food. Great time in spite of the rain. Thanks for going the extra mile."
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