Maine ocean front cottage with spectacular views

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Beach at low tide (before porch was screened in)

Overview
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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6920 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

Explore the area

South Thomaston, ME

Rockland Harbor Park
‪21 min drive‬
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
‪21 min drive‬
Rockland Ferry Terminal
‪22 min drive‬
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Completely renovated spring of 2021. All new appliances, including dishwasher, washer & dryer. Three bedroom cottage, sleeps 5 comfortably. Queen bed in downstairs bedroom, two Twins that make into a King bed upstairs and a Full size bed upstairs. Linens (towels, sheets, blankets & pillows) are provided. 1 week minimum. Sat to Sat. Check in 4:00 or after on Saturday and check out by 11:00 on the following Saturday.

Enjoy spectacular ocean views from screened-in porch. Launch your kayak from our sandy beach. Sun bathe on the dock. You will also find delicious lobster rolls at the famous McLoon's Lobster Shack in Spruce Head (3 miles away) where you can sit and watch the lobstermen come in with their catch for the day. The Owls Head Transportation Museum is 4 miles away. The Farnsworth Art Museum is 7 miles away in Rockland. There are many hiking trails nearby, including Mt Battie at Camden Hills State Park in Camden. There are also many shops & restaurants in Rockland & Camden.

Property manager

Richard Rackliff

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please do not take food or drinks in the bedrooms.

Wash all dishes before leaving & start a load of towels in the washing machine the morning that you leave.

Place all trash in outside trash container before leaving.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Birch Point Beach State Park and Owls Head State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum. Maine State Prison Store and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

Rockland Harbor Park - 21 min drive - 12.8 km
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 12.8 km
Maine Lighthouse Museum - 21 min drive - 13.1 km
Rockland Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive - 14.2 km
Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse - 28 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
‪Myrtle Street Tavern - ‬14 min drive
‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬17 min drive
‪Flipside - ‬18 min drive
‪Primo - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine ocean front cottage with spectacular views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maine ocean front cottage with spectacular views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine ocean front cottage with spectacular views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maine ocean front cottage with spectacular views located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Thomaston cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Birch Point Beach and Birch Point Beach State Park. Lucia Beach and Sandy Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joel D., Northfield Vermont

1 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This is out 2nd year in a row we stayed at the cottage, it's always a pleasure with the hosts being friendly and courteous. We love the cottage and especially the location, very peaceful with the sound, smell and view of the water.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura and Mike G.

12 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We were especially appreciative of the warm welcome from Richard and Cindy to their cherished family property, a peaceful haven on Maine’s island studded coast! Everything about our week’s stay at the water’s edge was perfect relaxation!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean m.

25 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Foster Beach Cottage is a little piece of Heaven. Hosts were delightful...full of great advice and suggestions to enhance our stay. Everything was perfect ❣️

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R H.

1 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay.

This cottage had amazing views and was so peaceful. I loved it there. The owners were gracious, very responsive and very friendly. This was my first time as the person booking, and it was wonderful to have two such lovely people to work with.

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda V.

13 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September Getaway

We had a wonderful week. The view is spectacular! We enjoyed sitting on the porch after a long day to relax. The property is well maintained and very clean with a well equipped kitchen which we appreciate. It was great returning to this part of Maine after several years' absence. The hosts were great and attentive to our needs.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

This cottage was in such a great location! The beach is amazing. My kids spent all day hunting for hermit crabs, shells, and other treasures. The kitchen was fully stocked, the house was clean, the owners were awesome. Overall a wonderful stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

17 Oct, 2024

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Lovely Cottage by the Sea

This is our 5th year staying at the cottage. Our first few visits were shared with a long-time friend but we have visited with our son, daughters and grandchild the last two years. It is just the right size for our family of 6.We love sitting on the porch and watching and listening to the waves as the tides come in and out. The sunrises are amazing and this years display of northern lights was magical. We also enjoy the nearby Farnsworth Museum, Langlaise Art Preserve and Finnish Heritage House.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann B.

25 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Oceanfront Home

Very comfortable and well-equipped cottage. Comfortable bed in master bedroom and plenty of closet space. Washer & dryer an added bonus to the amenities. The hosts were very welcoming and very attentive to our inquiries. Views from the cottage were beautiful and ever changing with the tides. The whoopie pies at McCloons were phenomenal. We are returning next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S., Enterprise, AL

18 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage by the sea!

Very relaxing and peaceful. We enjoyed walking on the beach and watching the geese. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets, especially from the living area and the front porch. Super clean and all the amenities we could possibly need. Enjoyed meeting Cindi and Richard and already planning a return trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

29 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding!

This property is perfectly situated with lots to do in surrounding area. So peaceful and beautiful. Hosts were amazing. Everything you would ever need for your stay is provided. Can't wait to come back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

25 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Foster Beach Cottage

Cottage is exactly as pictured and described. Exceptionally clean. Comfortable furniture and beds. Had everything I needed to make all of our meals. Great views and access to sandy beach and rocky coastline. Glad to have discovered this rental!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

4 Oct, 2023

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Peaceful and Comfortable

We had a wonderful stay the last week of September. The cottage was great - peaceful and quiet, yet alive with the sky and water and geese! We enjoyed the views out the windows, the great screened in porch, and all the interesting points to visit in the area. It was outfitted with everything we might need. Richard and Cindi were great hosts, and fun to chat with.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

3 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of heaven

Beautiful surroundings, ocean and beach In your front yard. Adorable cottage, fully stocked kitchen, bedding. So much to explore but staying put at the cottage is just as fun. It you want calm and peaceful, this is the place!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

7 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little piece of Heaven

This is the perfect place to kick back. Cindi and Richard are great hosts. The house is clean and well stocked, beds are comfortable, screened in porch on a rocker and adirondacks on the pier with a million dollar view are the perfect places to peel away your stress. The beach is a perfect place to swim (cold water), launch kayaks or just explore. A short drive to Thomaston and Rockland for shopping and all the activities. Enjoyed the house, enjoyed the festivities and enjoyed the fresh seafood - Perfect Vacation! Thanks Cindi and Richard!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel D., Northfield Vermont

2 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable Views!

Don't know where to start, it was a great 12 days including the weather which couldn't have been nicer if it were planned that way. The cottage was very clean and comfortable, the location and views were postcard perfect. Cindi & Richard were excellent host, very hometown friendly as were all the neighbors. My wife and 11-year-old granddaughter really enjoyed their time on the cottage owners lobster boat so much so they both wanted to go out again. This is definitely a place that deserves a return trip!

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

9 Aug, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Coast Cottage Getaway

Richard and Cindi are wonderful hosts! They make themselves available for any needs you might have and supply information on local area. The cottage is well appointed with all your daily needs, just bring your clothes. The screened in porch is an awesome spot to sit with a good book and watch the tide come in and out! Fire pit and dock are also great spots to relax outside. Easy beach to launch your kayak and explore the coast line! Matt and Jill

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

19 Jun, 2024

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Maine 2024

We loved our stay at the cottage! Cindi and Richard were great hosts and had everything we could possibly need at the cottage. We absolutely loved the front screened in porch and would spend most morning and evenings on the porch listening to the waves hitting the shore. We really liked that the location was central to so many things. We made a fire in the fire pit one night sitting on the Adirondack chairs (Richard and Cindi even provided us wood for the fire). My 6 yr. old grandson really enjoyed going to the beach area at low tide and searching for "treasure" (sea glass). We can't wait to return next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

6 Oct, 2021

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Quiet, Cozy and Spectacular Views

We enjoyed our stay in the cabin so much! The solitude and the views were exceptional. Yet, we were close enough to the Thomaston/Rockdland/Rockport/Camden area to take in all of the sights. The cabin itself is cozy and has all of the amenities you need. It's nothing fancy, but it met our needs perfectly. Our highlight was having Richard, the host, take us out on his lobster boat one day. We had a great time learning about the lobster business. In support of his business, we ate as much lobster as we could! We already booked the cabin for next year! Thank you to Richard and Cindi for being such gracious hosts.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

15 Aug, 2021

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Great week with the family

The house and hosts were great. We had 6 in our group 3 adults and 3 children (13, 9 and infant). The kids were out playing on the beach even during the cooler foggy days. I found my first pieces of sea glass down on the beach. The house doesn't have AC but this is a very common thing in Maine, the house was still comfortable. The location is great for a quiet place and still easy to get to the areas around for activities like in Boothbay or Camden. Three of us went out on the lobster boat with Richard and learned a lot about how the process works. Would happily recommend this stay to friends and family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen C.

30 May, 2022

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Peace and serenity

Great place if you're looking for quiet beauty, yet only minutes from town that has everything you need.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

30 Oct, 2021

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Foster Beach Cortage

Very clean. Everything you need for an excellence stay. It was a great time on the Lobster boat. Owners were very accommodating. Even being a chilly we loved sitting on the front porch viewing the wildlife.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

16 Oct, 2021

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Thoroughly enjoyable stay in mid-Maine

Great base of operations for exploring everything from Acadia Nat'l Park to Camden to Damariscotta and points north. We especially enjoyed the sunrises and watching the many species of birds. Great colors too!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen C.

22 Sept, 2021

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A peaceful retreat

If looking for a quiet retreat from the world, this is the place. Owners were very welcoming and accommodating. Every little detail was thought of and provided which was wonderful having traveled a long distance. I never wanted to leave and hope to return soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

nathalie f.

29 Aug, 2021

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If you want to be near the water ....

This cottage is sitting on the water's edge and the view is extraordinary. We enjoyed our stay very much, especially the lobster boat outing with Richard. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doris C.

3 Jul, 2021

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wonderful area of Maine with wonderful people

Our first visit to this area of Maine and it is beautiful. The property is very nicely furnished and well maintained. The view from the cottage of the islands and sea is a vacation itself. The owners could not have been kinder. We will go back and if possible stay longer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Richard Rackliff

My family lived in this cottage until I was seven years old. I have lived on the property my entire life. I was a lobster fisherman for 42 years.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in my family for over 100 years. It is very relaxing to sit on the front porch, listen to the waves, and enjoy the view. Watch the sunrise without getting out of bed.