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Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach!

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Exterior
Exterior
Scenic Mackerel Cove is the most photographed place in Maine
Located between Mackerel Cove and Lowell's Cove; North and south water views
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 104850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Place, Mackerel Cove
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Land's End Gift Shop
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Loft - Steep Stairs

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

North Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Pull out sofa

1 Queen Bed

South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

North Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

South Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach!

Beautiful, classic, recently built luxury home located at the center of Mackerel Cove, known as the most photographed waterfront in Maine. This incredible home features direct access to a private beach on the north side of the house and a public beach to the south. There are water views from every room, washer/dryer, plenty of parking and all the Maine charm you can ask for. Come relax and enjoy with your family!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please contact owner in advance if bringing a pet or planning an event
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Bailey Island

Located in Bailey Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Brunswick Town Commons and Casco Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Land's End Gift Shop and Paddleworks. Travelling with kids? Consider Ash Cove Pottery and Wolfe's Neck Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Mackerel Cove - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Land's End Gift Shop - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cobwork Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 45 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 26 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪B.I.G.S. Bailey Island General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach!?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach! on 25 Apr, 2026 start from S$1,526, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nicest Waterfront in Maine w/ Private Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bailey Island holiday home is just steps away from Casco Bay and Mackerel Cove. Land's End Gift Shop and Bailey Island Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

Great retreat on Bailey Island Maine

Beautiful property with plenty of room for our family of 6.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing Family Getaway

Perfect location and beautiful views from every room. House had everything we needed for a family gathering of 3 generations.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley N.

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

Happy 4th!

Well-situated gorgeous space for several families to gather, eat good food, swim, kayak, and enjoy lovely views from every window.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Perfect Location for a Family celebration

We had a very nice stay at this house. The views are amazing. The house was well appointed with everything we needed. Enjoyed everything. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Beautiful home in quiet location

The home is beautiful and the private beach is amazing! The views from every window in the house is breathtaking!! Would definitely return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ahhmazing

This home was a gem nothing short of amazing the 360 views from any room were top notch.My only complaint is that the floors were very sandy/sticky/dirty, we swept and mopped shortly upon our arrival but this would not deter me from renting again and again. So comfortable & gorgeous. Do not even think about it BOOK IT ASAP. 10/10 would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Jessica, thank you very much for your great review. I am so sorry the floors weren't sufficiently cleaned prior to your arrival. I've passed this feedback on to the cleaning team, and they will give more attention to the floors going forward.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

A treasure

An exceptional house situated in a superb location. A place for the most decerning. Spacious with a well-equipped kitchen, and a view from every window. As an added bonus the house offers an elevator for those of us who have mobility issues. We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Marvelous time on Bailey Island!!

Beautiful home, wonderful location, scenic views, spectacular sunsets!!! Home is as advertised, spacious, super clean, and surrounded by water & lovely views all around!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne W.

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

Beautiful home on the water

We had a great time in this spacious and well-appointed home, in spite of a brief visit from Hurricane Lee.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Darcie C.

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

Beautiful views

The property was lovely. The views from every room were beautiful. It was fun to have a pool table. It would have been helpful to have an additional pull out couch or another bed. When we arrived the snow hadn’t been plowed which made for a stressful check in, but host fixed the issue within an hour
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2025
Thank you, Darcie for the overall positive review. The day of your arrival, an 18" snow storm had just ended. You arrived slightly early. Fortunately, we were able to have the house plowed before your scheduled arrival time. The number of beds and pull outs is accurately represented in the listing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

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

5 star experience in a 4 star world

Unbelievable event house! Just book it already
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

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

Bailey Island getaway

Our family had a wonderful stay. The home has plenty of room for people to spread out over two floors. The location is spectacular with amazing Maine coastal views from every window. Cook’s Lobster House is a two minute drive from the property. Overall a very memorable experience and we would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james s.

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

Amazing

Amazing place awesome view. The lobsters that came from the Bay across the street. We're amazing everything about this place looking forward to renting it again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nydia R.

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

Beautiful home excellent for hosting

Very clean and well maintained home. Made for entertaining, we came to Brunswick for Bowdoin family weekend, due to the sad events in Lewiston, all Friday events were canceled, things were made better by being able to have our son and several other families over for a lobster boil while we sheltered in place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda S.

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

Birthday celebration

The house has many areas for kids, teenagers and adults to enjoy and relax. The views are scenic and available from each window or porch. The common areas accommodate a large group, and the separate seating areas give space to have conversations with friends you hadn’t seen in years.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Very Clean Beautiful Setting

Property was very clean and very well equipped. Every window is looking out at water. We did not need AC when we were there I would wonder about AC in middle of Summer. But lots of windows to open. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2022
Jim, thank you for staying. Bailey Island rarely gets above 77F during the day in the summer, and rarely below 65F at night. It is in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

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

Charming seaside house on beautiful Bailey Island!

My family (me, my wife, and two children aged 17 and 14) stayed at this charming seaside house between Christmas and New Year's and had a wonderful time. We have always loved visiting Bailey's Island but have never stayed over night. The island is a perfect getaway during the Holidays for some r&r with your loved ones. The house had all of the modern comforts while providing our family ample room during our stay. The host was gracious and a very good communicator. We hope to stay at this property next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Courtney M.

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

Beautiful Home and Views

It was a very clean and comfortable home with beautiful views from all rooms. We very much enjoyed our stay. and would recommend this rental. The only downside was early in the morning on our last day there was a storm and the power went out. The house has a generator, but it did not kick on, so we were scrambling to get things out of the refrigerator and get ready to leave the house that day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
Courtney, thank you for your overall positive review. I am sorry we lost power the morning of your departure. That is not a common occurrence at this location. The standby generator has since been serviced and repaired. It's malfunction is unlikely to happen again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

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

Thanksgiving Holiday

This house was beautiful! Every room, Including bedrooms, had a view of the water or harbor. Kitchen and family room were spacious and sunny. We enjoyed the other sitting room as well with pool table and bar. Entire house was clean and very welcoming! Our family enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and we would definitely recommend to others. Booking and communicating with Matt was exceptionally easy. He answered any and all questions and was Watching the lobster boats come in and out was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

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

Five stars is not enough!

What a fabulous place. Absolutely beautiful large home with stunning harbor views out every window. We had a larger group and small kids and it gave us plenty of room to spread out and have privacy. Very well stocked house with the most complete furnishings of any vacation rental we’ve ever seen. Owner communication was fabulous and easy. Nice that this area is not overly touristy making it very relaxing. Nice little beach right across the road. We will be back for sure! Thanks Matt and company!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used this as the main stay place for our wedding weekend at the Johnson Field Preserve. It made the whole weekend fantastic and was a key piece. The location is fantastic and the layout/features of the house are very nice. A few things we thought need to be fixed and addressed:1. The amenities were very poorly supplied; towel, toilet paper, hand/shower soap, and cleaning supply was not sufficient for our 8-10 guests. 2. No locks on bathrooms and some bedrooms.3. The pool table sticks didn’t have tips or chalk and the table isn’t level.4. One bedroom had a rough bed.Some big pros:1. The rooftop space was insanely cool and nice.2. The garage gym was definitely good quality and supplied well.3. All of the rooms had great views.4. Very nice kitchen space but the kitchen supplies were oddly scattered. 5. The garage has tons of things to use outdoors and for the water. 6. LOCATION is incredible!Overall it was perfect for our wedding weekend but a handful of odd small things definitely need attention to make this truly worth its nightly value. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joe P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house is in a great location, however the interior is in need of better clarification and cleaning when we arrived. All bedrooms, it turns out are upstairs although there is a master bedroom downstairs that appeared to be under construction when we arrived, along with a dirty towel hanging in the master bathroom. When we contacted the host , he stated the room was never advertised and shouldn’t be used ( why not just seal it off or state that specifically in the advertisement) We are able bodied and managed to get luggage upstairs ( elevator didn’t work) We found dirty dishes and coffee pot beside the sink in kitchen and no dishwasher supplies provided. Only one bedroom has a TV although pictures in advertisement show otherwise. The sleep number bed didn’t work and Although the ad states use of garage, we found no way to open the garage other than from the inside. A house “instruction” book would be a major improvement with this property. Again, the house is located in a great area and we had a great time in Maine, just had some disappointment in the condition and usefulness of the property in general.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. As we communicated privately, the additional bedroom was still under construction, and will be ready and advertised in November 2025 (which is where the contractors left a dirty towel). Unfortunately, you didn't contact us about any of the other issues during your stay. I would have been happy to explain how to use the elevator, where the dish detergent was, how to use the sleep number bed, and how to open the garage door (which was in the instructions provided). Your suggestion for a house guidebook is a good one, and we will prepare.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol G. G.

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

Something for everyone...

A perfect property to reconnect with family and unwind. Water views from every room. It was spacious and thoughtfully designed. The elevator was a welcomed surprise for those of us with mobility issues, The house was wonderfully appointed, and the kitchen was well-stocked with everything needed to feed a large group. The many large stock pots and crackers were appreciated as we steamed the lobsters from Glen's. My son-in-law appreciated the office space, and the teenagers were delighted with the pool table. A highlight of the stay was rediscovering the Milky Way one clear evening from the rooftop deck. As for me...I just soaked up the view of the harbor and chilled out. My only negative would be the bed in the master bedroom. It was lumpy and uncomfortable! Other than that, I highly recommend the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2022
Carol, thank you for your thorough review. I'm glad you enjoyed the property and your stay. Regarding the master bed, I wish you had reached out to me during your stay. The mattress is a "Sleep Number" mattress and has a motorized mechanism that will raise and lower the mattress. If it's not set to completely flat, the mattress will feel lumpy indeed. But that is easily remedied with the remote control.
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane B.

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

Beautiful home, property, and location!

We arrived late afternoon on Christmas Day. The heat was not on, we had to wait for the house to warm up. We had a three month old baby with us, didn’t plan on walking into a cold house. We had no water pressure when we arrived, my guests were checking the property thinking a pipe had frozen and ruptured. Texted the owner, texted again, then called. He answered and said he would turn the water on for us! Note: the loft is in one of the bedrooms with a very steep stairs. We loved the house, it was clean, and very large. The scenery from the front and back was spectacular! We walked across the street to Glens Lobster everyday for lobster to cook at dinner. We had fun metal detecting the shoreline. Watching the tide was so amazing. Wonderful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2023
Thanks, Diane. We do keep the water off when the house is unoccupied in the winter. I would note that it was turned on within 5 minutes of your first contact. And the house was 60F when you arrived.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kati M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Absolutely stunning location! Gorgeous property! Perfect Maine location 😍

Sea breezes and views out EVERY window, the perfect spot for large groups. We had both sides of the family there for an intimate celebration and it was amazing to be able to sit together around the table and complete a puzzle, connect as a family. Gorgeous house, very comfortable and plentiful furniture & bathrooms. The only thing that leaves me from giving 5 stars is the loft is part of the 3rd bedroom so to declare 4 bedrooms in the ad is a bit misleading, because if you are 4 different couples, assuming that you’re going into 4 different private bedrooms, but then show up and the “4th bedroom” is actually a loft containing twin beds quite literally on top of the bed in the 3rd bedroom, and you haven’t met the people staying in bedroom 3 before? It’s awkward. I would change that in the ad—make it more clear—however, the couches on both floors are INCREDIBLY comfortable and made up for the lack of privacy in a pinch. Again, absolutely stunning. Great communication. Grandparents needed elevator, fully stocked kitchen supplies (side note: ice makers don’t produce ice), and plentiful towels. Soooo clean. Having rented numerous homes, it would be incredibly helpful if owners provide a home manual, speaking to all aspects of property, including how run equipment like the elevator, sleep number bed, remote control curtains, rc fireplaces, intercom, electronics, appliances, and expectation for use of things in the garage—paddle boards, kayaks, life vests, cornhole boards etc. Loved
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your positive and overall positive review. We do strive for accuracy in the listing. Yes, the loft is above one of the bedrooms. Note the loft is also only accessible from a steep staircase. If you are looking for additional privacy for a fourth couple, there is a separate room on the first floor with an Ethan Allen pull out sofa.

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Why they chose this property

Mackerel Cove is famous for being the most photographed waterfront in Maine. The harbor is a working waterfront with lobster boats that set out to sea every day and return in the evening with their catch. Bailey Island is accessible by bridge, but has a true laid back island vibe that visitors feel the moment they set foot. Come and relax with your family and you will want to return for years to come!

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