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Summer Cottage

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A serene lakeside view with two Adirondack chairs, a wooden deck, and a house with a dock.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, bookshelves, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A room with a large window overlooking a grassy area and a house. A table with a checkered tablecloth and a magazine is visible.
A dining area with a table set for four, large windows, and a view of a grassy yard and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and hanging pots. There is a stove and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Casco Bay

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackerel Cove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Land's End Gift Shop
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Bailey Island

Bailey Island is home to this cottage. Land's End Gift Shop and Ash Cove Pottery are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Wolfe's Neck Farm and Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections are also worth visiting.
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Map
Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mackerel Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Land's End Gift Shop - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Mackerel Cove Lot - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 27 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Sundrenched - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cod Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Cottage?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Cottage on May 31, 2027 start from $430, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer Cottage located?

Situated in Bailey Island, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay and Mackerel Cove. Land's End Gift Shop and Bailey Island Bridge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Spruces! The house had everything we needed and is in a wonderful location. Views of the bay and the sea to the west and east. We had all our meals on the lovely big porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little did we know when we drove up the driveway that we had rented this house in 2009. The new chimney and wood stove, the bathrooms downstairs and upstairs along with the washer dryer and new porch made the house look different on VRBO. The fact that we could bring our dogs made this rental ideal. We were diligent about picking up after our dogs to ensure that responsible pet owners could continue to bring our dogs. The house was not very clean and I called the owner right away to let him know. I spent quite a bit of time cleaning the kitchen floor and sweeping the floors on the first floor. I also cleaned the stairs leading upstairs as they were not clean at all. I consider my efforts as giving back to this old summer cottage and made the owner aware of everything we did. We left all beds made with fresh clean sheets so that the next quests would feel welcome. Both bathrooms and the kitchen were clean when we arrived. Although I did not clean the areas that we found dirty to get a discount, we were offered one that I don’t believe was ever issued. That’s okay with me because I wanted to give back. We enjoyed the floating devices that were on the porch to go swimming. My nephew and my husband enjoyed the Kaya’s that were available for us to use. Overall, we had a wonderful stay the Spruces. Thank you Alex and family for.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Getaway

My boyfriend and I came up for a quick weekend away and once we got to the property, we regretted it wasn't a longer trip. The Spruces is full of rustic character and charm and it was incredibly peaceful to sit on the porch and just listen to the sound of the water. Our dog Korra had a blast running around the yard in between the wild flower beds like an obstacle course. It had everything we needed and we will definitely be visiting again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonder Family Time

We have pretty much everything we need on this property. it is a charming rustic cottage, but location was just right for all the things we have planned to do - kayaking, oyster farm visit, tide pools and various types of the Maine coastline, good restaurants on Bailey Island. We were fairly close to all of that and more. We saw some beautiful sunsets on the property. We would suggest the owner include a sunset photo in his listing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cocktails in a meadow of flowers

I had a wonderful time at the Spruces, where there are ocean views from nearly every window. The home is well laid out, with spaces for family meals, multiple food prep areas and gathering around the wood stove on a chilly night. As an avid reader I appreciated the comfy well lit chairs inside as well as lots of seating outside on the porch, lawn and hammock. Outdoor seating in the meadow-like-lawn is optimum for sunset cocktails. The porch can also accommodate a large crowd at the table, or a nap. The gas grill is easily accessible on the porch, as well. After star-gazing at a sky with no light pollution, I slept soundly to the sounds and smells of the ocean and the spruces. The Lands End Gift Shop is a pleasant walk down the road, where I was able to explore the tide pools at Bailey Island Beach. For anyone who wants to, you can swim or kayak at the Little Harbor down the path across the street. All in all a restful vacation that left me with a sense of peace and calm as I returned home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay at the "Spruces"

A group of five women —including three artists— spent a stellar vacation at the "Spruces” on Bailey Island. This summer cottage provided the perfect setting for us to explore, relax, eat, and paint. We didn't seek frills; simply “Down East” comfort and charm; the Spruces surpassed our expectations in all regards. The views from the house were spectacular: looking East, the sweeping Atlantic; looking West, the quaint harbor and inlet (Mackerel Cove). We gravitated to the enormous porch, equipped with a new gas grill, long dining table and chairs, and curl-up-with-a-book chairs with comfy cushions. We found that we never wanted to leave the ambiance of the porch to eat out, so we sipped wine, cooked in the kitchen, enjoyed our meals on the porch, followed by spectacular nightly sunsets. The fully equipped kitchen provided all we needed to prepare delicious meals. Some of us had brought groceries; others stopped at grocery stores in nearby Brunswick. After our full days of exploring the island and enjoying drinks, dinner, and sunset on the porch at the Spruces, we headed inside to the cozy living room, added logs (provided!) to the woodstove on chillier evenings, and chatted, read, or played board games—including the Bailey Island version of Monopoly. We then adjourned to our bedrooms, each with very comfortable beds and lovely views. The two full baths were spacious and up-to-date. We definitely plan to return to the Spruces next year, hopefully for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2023
Wow. You will be most welcomed as return guests. Maybe you should be the ones writing the property description! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are the kind of guests THE SPRUCES is meant to host.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication

Met our basic needs

Our host, Jake, was always responsive to any questions or concerns we had. The house itself was as pictured, and will work for anyone familiar with what a rustic Maine coastal cottage truly is. To us, it seemed in need of maintenance, and could have benefited from a bit of freshening to make it more welcoming. Beds were comfortable and clean, but felt as if we were sleeping in someone’s attic. Bathrooms had been updated, and were clean, except for the many dead bugs in the upstairs tub, beneath the rubber bath mat. A few windows have been replaced with new ones, but the rest are suffering from dry rot. One window next to the kitchen table, actually fell apart in my husband’s hands as he closed it before we began our return trip home. Fortunately the glass didn’t break in his hands, and he was able to carefully place the window pane in the rotted frame. Several lights had burned out bulbs, including half of the string of Christmas lights used to light the way up the stairs. A few of the fans in bedrooms were very dirty. We were asked to take only short showers because the well providing water for the cottage was shared by other houses, and was in danger of getting too low. Dead, dried, flaking flowers in vases on the porch and kitchen tables greeted us upon arrival. If properly maintained, this would be an adequate rental for a family that only uses it to sleep, while enjoying everything the area has to offer. The natural beauty of coastal Maine, is well with the trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2024
Apologies Judy for the dead flowers and bugs. We usually time the bouquets better for the arrival of guests. No excuse on the bugs! And I was sorry to hear that the window broke while you closed it. Glad there was no injury. As of August 1st 2024 they're either sealed shut for the season or repaired. All homes on the island rely on well water and we like to remind our guests of that. Yes, it’s a simple cottage in an amazing area that sleeps many.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

October getaway

Overall the stay was nice. The view from the front porch was beautiful and the family is great to work with. We had an RV which was a major issue getting to the house due to narrow roads and bridges. There was no place to park near the house. We ended up parking at the end of the road and left our contact information. I can see this being a great option for the warmer months! Thanks for a nice getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

adorable spruce cottage!

We stayed at the spruce cottage Labor Day weekend 2021 and fell in love with Baileys Island. The area was a completely different part of Maine that we had yet to explore. Once you go over the bridge and see the views of the cove with the rocks and lobster boats it’s just Picturesque. The cottage was perfect for the 6 adults and 2 dogs in our group. It had an Amazing porch overlooking the cove and on the other side, views of open Atlantic Ocean. The neighbors are beyond friendly. A half mile down the road is the gift shop and a small beach. We ate at Cooks Alehouse 2 nights and had amazing food and live entertainment. While we were in town we got to see the Blue Angels in Brunswick which was maybe 20 mins away. Communication with the owners was terrific. They answered any questions we may have had, were there to greet us at check in, left a booklet of things to do in area, restaurant menu, hiking trails, etc. Thank you so much Joan and Jake for letting us stay at The spruce cottage! Lisa Foxboro, MA
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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