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View of mackeral cove and sunset.
Exterior
Woods alongside the backyard.
view "from" backyard towards house.
zoom in of sunset from deck.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Place, Mackerel Cove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Land's End Gift Shop
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Mackerel Cove Lot
    ‪14 min walk‬

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

About this property

Summer Cottage

Peak Summer Weekly Rentals, Friday-Friday
June 23 --> September 8
Shoulder Season Rentals
June 2nd --> 19
September 6--> October 9

This roomy, rustic, cottage, built as a guest house in 1917 has water views to the east and west. Kitchen, breakfast nook, living room, two new bathrooms, four bedrooms and best of all a recently restored wide covered porch overlooking spectacular Mackerel Cove sunsets.
The fall shoulder season in Maine is glorious but be prepared to bundle up in this woodstove-heated cottage when the sun goes down in cooler weather. Early Fall flexible rates and lengths of stay.

The location is ideal for families with kids who like outdoor exploration. A short walk through woods to a private cove for swimming and kayaking; a sandy beach a short drive away; a nearby General Store and a local restaurants will keep you supplied. The home comes with a ping pong room, and two kayaks. A spruce woods on the north and bayberry, lilac bushes and ornamental plants along the south side separate it from neighbors. The driveway and well are shared with a third neighbor. Walls separating bedrooms are thin so bring your earplugs for added privacy. The only frills are the new bathroom fixtures, the recently installed water filtration system and most of all the remarkable beauty that nature supplies. Visitors to Bailey Island choose to return again and again.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please add trash to the metal bin and reattach with the bungee cord.
« The waste pick up service does not recycle but you can! The Harpswell Town Recycling Center and Transfer Station is on Mountain Road and open Tues-Sat, 8-4
Windows can be left open with screens, or closed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Summer bookings for 2023 are Friday - Friday. Dri

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Bailey Island

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

What's nearby

  • 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
  • beach near Bailey Island - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bailey Island General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Morse’s - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪B.I.G.S. Bailey Island General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Cottage pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Cottage?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Cottage on Aug 8, 2026 start from $390, 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 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Cottage located?

Situated in Bailey Island, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Mackerel Cove and Land's End Gift Shop. Casco Bay 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 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Rebecca P.

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

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Judy L.

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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