Location: Rockport, Mid-Coast & Islands, Maine, USA (3 1/2 hrs N of Boston, Manchester NH, 2 hr N of Portland ME)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House-Barn
Famous artists and photographers have lived here, including Kosti Ruohomaa. This beautiful studio is located on the second floor of the Barn of the Old Community House in Rockport, one of the few original homes left in the Rockport Village. Only a 5-7 min walk to the Village and the Rockport Harbor Bridge filmed in the movie" Andre the Seal", the Maine Media Workshops, The Opera House and the Bay Chamber Concerts. A 10 min ride to the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship, to Camden and the Camden Hills National Park. A great 10 min walk to the Children's Chapel where many couples get married every summer. A short 15 min ride to Rockland and to the ferries for different destinations, Nova Scotia and all Maine Islands. 2 1/2 hrs ride to Acadia National Park and to Bar Harbor.Dock ,large float, sea kayak ,separately negotiable,
available on the property, direct harbor access.
With more than 400 sq feet of floor space, beautifully covered with white berber carpets and original pine boards from 1880 and with a great view from the large balcony overlooking the harbor, the room has a special feel. The great natural light coming through the large windows, skylights,the combination of white walls, natural color wood ceiling,the rustic furniture and the nice linens give this space the feeling of a chalet-loft in Maine country style. The room is equipped with everything one needs for a comfortable, romantic, restful vacation. The view is amazing. One can see the activities of the harbor , the jumps of the seals,the flying of the seagulls or the beauty of the garden and lawn, surrounded by majestic pines and oaks. The sunsets are spectacular, the colors are unforgetable... just the place to be, to write, relax, escape from it all. New access stairs to the balcony, completed 2011.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : This is a large capacity window unit, in place June-Sept or depending on the weather
- Linens Provided : sheets, towels, pillows, blankets. No personal such items can be brought in, please, for general hygene purposes.
- Off Street Parking : 1 car parking in the driveway,street parking available for additional cars
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : please inquire
- Beds
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : few movies provided, VCR,DVD, radio provided
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : outdoor, shared
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Water View : property is directly on the harbor
- Communications
- Telephone : shared line
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : the WI Fi signal depends on the position of the laptop. Guarranteed cable ethernet connection
- Other Amenities
- Dock/Pier/mooring/Kayak, negociable
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Not Suitable for Children : Unless supervised at all times by the parent.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 23 .
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- sailing dock for small or large boats, float, mooring,sea kayak, all usage negociable
Rate Details (In US Dollars/)
Jun 1/11-Sept 03/11 $895/wk for 2 ;additional guests 75$/guest
Sept 4-Oct 30/11 $790/wk for 2, multiple weeks rates please ask.
$90/night for 1 person [Nov-May];$120 for 2[Nov-May];1750$/1 month for 1 guest
Oct/11-May 15/12 or $975 mth for 1 as long term only,6 mnths min,some util incl
7% Maine rental tax for up to 28 days stay
50$ average weekly cleaning fee or 20$/hr. 3.5% paypal fee for payp payments
20% security dep required for reser, cancel accepted 60 days prior, minus canc fee
No surprise visitors, only agreed upon guests.NO pets.small childr pls ask
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1979
we are summer residents and we maintain the property with the help of few people who work for us. We are personally very involved and we like to have other people enjoy the house as much as we do.We care for everyone's comfort in a rustic natural setting with original "Maine" feel. We also want to protect everyone's privacy, guests and neighbors and to maintain the honor/do it ourselves system.. non commercial and personal . No flat screen TV's..
Why the Owner Chose Rockport
Our ties with the local artists' community date from over 50 yrs ago
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
Beautiful nature, silence, song of birds, sound of water, great light and colors, great air.
Property Photos
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- October colors
Traveler Reviews (12)
Lovely cottage in posh Rockport Maine
Guest: Ellie
(Cincinnati Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/07/11
We loved Rockport - very quaint and posh village. No horde of tourists as in Camden. Very clean and quiet. With lovely walk around the coast. We saw an amazing golf course at the local country club. The little cottage is lovely and well maintained. It is part of an historic mansion with a fantastic garden. Spotless clean. Ideal for a couple. Amazing view of the bay from the balcony. Kitchen has all the essential for cooking. We enjoyed preparing our own lobsters, oysters and crabs. Owner was helpful and polite. We highly recommend it!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Fabulous Location
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/15/11
Review Submitted: 07/18/11
We rented the effficiency below this for the last two years. Great property in Immaculate condition. Best deal in this area!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Wonderful week in Maine
Guest: BobiK
(North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 07/14/11
Spent the week of 6/18/2011 here and had a very enjoyable time. The location is wonderful - Fried Clam Tacos at Shepards Pie (yum!) just around the corner and a beautiful walk along the shoreline at the end of the road. Great base for exploration of the area as well. The cottage is cozy, the kitchen is serviceable (but who wants to cook on vacation in Maine with all of the wonderful restaurants to visit?). The only down side was the double bed - after a king at home, we found it a bit small. Elena was wonderful to work with and the visit was very easy. Just the way we like it.
Owner response:Thank you for being a gracious guest, and thank you for coming to Maine. Sorry the bed was not a king, we do advertise [2] double beds though, which is most preferred size by the young couples staying at our Barn Studio.We have different accommodations elsewhere in the Middle House and in the Tall House with queen and king beds.. for next time..
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.
The perfect retreat in a a beautiful village
Guest: rpr
(Amherst, NH)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10
Review Submitted: 09/13/10
This studio is perfect for an individual seeking a retreat or a couple looking for a comfortable apartment in an amazing setting. The view from the windows, and especially the deck, is fantastic - the kind of scene where you chuckle when you awake that there are actually places in the world this beautiful and you are staying here. Rockport is so much nicer than Camden if you like a village instead of a cutsey, touristy town. From here, you can walk to town, kayak, or walk to "The Rocks" in the opposite direction for a picture-perfect setting of Rockport Harbor. The kayaking is especially good here. We plan to return.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car.
A Lovely Hideaway
Guest: Michael
(Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 07/18/10
Review Submitted: 08/17/10
I enjoyed the delights of this lovely apartment for two weeks in late July, 2010. The view of Rockport harbor from the balcony is amazing and the apartment, itself, is cozy and inviting. It has all the amenities and is spotlessly clean. I also enjoyed the profound quiet at night and the cool breezes wafting into the apartment as I slept! The location is ideal with easy access on foot to Rockport village, the library, the museum and lovely walks down to Beauchamp point. With a car, you have Camden, Rockland and all the delights of midcoast Maine at your disposal."
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway.
A Lovely Spot to Nest
Guest: Michael
(Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 07/18/10
Review Submitted: 08/17/10
I enjoyed the delights of this lovely apartment for two weeks in late July, 2010. The view of Rockport harbor from the balcony is amazing and the apartment, itself, is cozy and inviting. It has all the amenities and is spotlessly clean. I also enjoyed the profound quiet at night and the cool breezes wafting into the apartment as I slept! The location is ideal with easy access on foot to Rockport village, the library, the museum and lovely walks down to Beauchamp point. With a car, you have Camden, Rockland and all the delights of midcoast Maine at your disposal.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Just what the doctor ordered!
Guest: G&R
(Ottawa, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/11/10
Review Submitted: 07/17/10
What a beautiful location. The view, the neighborhood, walking distance to Rockport and just a few minutes drive to Camden. The owner was extremely helpful and hospitable and the accommodation was just what as described - clean, updated, but still exuding all the charm of yesteryear. It is a very relaxing place to stay for a week in mid-coast Maine and we hope to be back soon.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
Don't tell too many people!
Guest: stacy
(falls church, va)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/13/10
We absolutely loved the view, the location, the amenities and the care the owners show for the property and guests. This was a terrific find. I almost want to keep it a secret...but, we were able to walk to restaurants, the beach, and it was an easy and beautiful bike ride to Camden. We took a sunset cruise on a windjammer just a five minute walk away, plus played golf at some terrific courses including the fabulous one at the Samoset.We hope to come back to this very spot every year.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09
Review Submitted: 04/02/09
Having had the opportunity to spend an extended period of time staying in this studio, I consider myself to be very fortunate indeed. It was a delightful home-away-from-home. The studio is bright, airy and immaculately clean. And the view...fabulous!!! Private and quiet yet incredibly accessible...take a walk out to the point or into town. Cannot wait to visit again!
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08
Review Submitted: 10/10/08
We very much enjoyed our stay in the studio. What a cozy, delightful spot - and what a view. The location is a perfect jumping-off spot for both Camden and Rockland. We found a great walking route that took us along the ocean on a dirt road, and past the local Belted Galloway cows. We would definitely rent it again in the future.
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