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Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views

Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views

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Our back cove and front meadow (both are part of the view from the house)
kitchen
living room - ocean view and wood stove
Guest bedroom overlooking the Back Cove and the Carrying Place

Overview of Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check out the area

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Swans Island, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park74 min drive
  • Popular LocationBass Harbor Head Lighthouse76 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)88 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center93 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd floor common area

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views

Cove-side Meadow House, Waterfront Views, Swans Island, Maine
Four bedroom, one bath, sleeps eight

This beautiful country home is located just steps away from a sandy beach in a quiet cove, perfect for young children, for swimming in warm weather, and for beach combing year round. Grassy fields surround the house, which has views of the ocean on two sides. Downstairs, there is a spacious and bright living/dining area with a fully equipped kitchen, wood stove, and spectacular views of the ocean and meadows. Upstairs, there are three main bedrooms, two with double beds and one with a single bed. On the third floor is another bedroom with a double bed and a single mattress. The third floor also has a sleeping loft with two single beds for older children. All bedrooms offer views of the ocean. 25 acres of meadow, woods, and pink granite shorefront invite leisurely afternoon strolls.

The house is fully insulated and will make a comfortable cool-weather retreat as well.

A small grocery store is just a five-minute’s walk away. The Island’s much loved Fine Sand Beach is a short distance away.

We have WiFi at the house (high-speed internet through a TDS landline), which works very well for remote work, including video-conferencing. Free wireless service is also available at the town library, just a ten-minute’s drive away.

The island features sandy beaches, coves with smooth stones, spectacular hikes, fishing, and swimming in a local fresh water quarry. During summer months the town offers frequent “Town Breakfasts,” concerts, and other community events.

Another lovely house shares the property. Perfect to rent separately or jointly for larger groups. See it's listing under 'Peaceful Shoreline Cottage'VRBO #287807.



Property manager

Julie Carr

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are on a case-by-case basis.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
One week minimum stay

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Swans Island

Located in Swans Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Wendell Gilley Museum and Blue Heron Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Flying Mountain Trailhead. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Swans Island, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 74 min drive
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 76 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 93 min drive
  • Village Green - 98 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 107 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Swan's Island Tea Room - 4 min drive
  • Swans Island Fishermens Co-Op Pound - 6 min drive
  • Boathouse Gifts & Take Out - 5 min drive
  • Captain's Galley - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cove-side Meadow House - Waterfront Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Swans Island vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Southwest Cove, Spindle Cove, and Schooner Cove. East Cove and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isabell D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Magic location
We truly enjoyed the wonderfuk kocation if the Meadiwhouse with beautifuk views allaround it was very foggy and rainy so we took advanrage of the grzat bookselection and games.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful time away
Perfectly situated close to a cove beach (walking distance). The kids loved it! We had a bit of fog this week but still made the most of the sea air, beaches and quality time reading and playing games. So many memories! Thank you to the owners for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
We had such a great time with endless things to do around the island within walking and biking distance of the house, we rarely got in the car. The property itself was great as adults could relax or unwind for the day while kids ran around in the back yard and played. And if we needed anything we could run up the hill to TIMs. Such a perfectly wonderful spot. We feel so lucky to have gotten to spend time here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recharge your batteries at Swans Island
If you're looking for a relaxing and private getaway, then this is the place! Our family had an amazing time while staying on the island for the week. The cottage provided plenty of room for our family of 4, and the views of the ocean from the living room were beautiful. We enjoyed the local beaches and spent time at both the lighthouse and the lobster museum, where we learned about the island's rich fishing history, and a little more about where we were staying! It felt so good to just hang out and not have to rush around. We are definitely are thinking about coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend Meadow House
Comfortable house with lots of room centrally located. We thank the owners for sharing their house with us. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Julie Carr

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The owners are a family that has summered or lived on the island for forty years.

Why they chose this property

Our family had been coming to Swans for summer vacations since 1970. In 1993 our parents decided to move to the island full time to begin the Atlantic Blanket Company. They raised sheep, harvested wool, died the wool with natural dies made on the island, and wove beautiful blankets. The business did quite well (was even featured on the Martha Stewart show!). In 2006, they retired from the island, and now their four children and their partners own the houses together.

What makes this property unique

The best thing about Swans Island is how stunningly beautiful it is! If you love the ocean, this is the place to go! While there are no movie theaters, restaurants, or bars, there are endless stars at night, wild flowers all summer long, long walks on the rocks, and fresh lobster any day of the week.
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