Harbor Island in the background. Dock and mooring on this side of Island.
Location: Brooksville, Acadia, Maine, USA (Near Deer Isle, Blue Hill and Acadia National Parks)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
The privately-owned, 25-acre Harbor island is nestled just outside of picturesque Bucks Harbor Marina in the coastal town of South Brooksville. The snug village is known by many from the late Robert McCloskey's book 'One morning in Maine'. It is an island retreat without bridges or cars or any other neighbors except the wild kind. Nothing but blue sky and blue ocean surround it. For the right person, this is an ocean paradise where mother nature still rules. Guests of the island must have some boating skills and an independent, adventurous attitude. Do not look for luxury here. This is a sublimely natural place with gasp-worthy views where the ocean stretches forever. It offers a change of pace so complete that it is almost spiritual.
One reaches the island by their own boat or one of the two provided for guests. It is easiest to depart from the Marina which is only a stone's throw from the back of the island. Once the island is reached, a mooring, dock and float are available for the boat. A broad, wooded path loops through the quiet forest offering unsurpassed natural beauty around every corner. At its end, on the South side of the island is a modest, unpretentious cabin on the shore. Built in 1967, the cabin is fully-functional with running water, a generator, wood stove and gas appliances. Guests need to be extremely conservative with all its resources. There is no phone, there is no TV, but there is 100 years of family history here and a 1000 reasons to forget work.
Whether you come with your grandchildren or to woo your life's love, one can not stay on the island without falling under its magical spell. Life is a Journey with some rather exquisite rest stops along the way...this is definitely one of them!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: The refrigerator is run off a propane tank.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beachfront: Your on an Island, the whole thing is beach front!
- Oceanfront
- Other Amenities
- A skiff is provided for your personal use free of charge, but you can opt to rent the large motor boat or the sail boat if experienced.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Dogs love this place!
- Kid Friendly: Kids really, really love this place!
- Smoking Not Allowed: No where to run if you set the island on fire
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- The entire ocean is there to explore. Fishing, clamming, fires on the beach, no phone, no computer, no demands........Does life get any better?
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Off Season .. $1400/week.
High Season .. $2000/week.
As of 3/16/09, Many prime weeks remain for the adventurous!
Please call or email to inquire
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Harbor Island in the background. Dock and mooring on this side of Island. - Acadia Lodging
- The cabin with deck looking out to the ocean. Nice beach in front to the right. - Acadia Lodging
- The interior of the cabin showing loft, cathedral ceilings and wood stove. - Acadia Lodging
- The island and cottage from the sea, sandy beach to the left
- One of the bedrooms
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #81815
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