Tidal Cove- Informal Charming Cottage Rebuilt to Passive Cozy
- Cottage1150 sq. ft
- Sleeps: 4
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 3 nights
Rooms & beds
Bedrooms: 2(Sleeps: 4)
Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Combination tub/shower · Outdoor shower
main bathroom
Toilet · Combination tub/shower · Outdoor shower
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Deck/Patio
- DiningSeating for 8 people
- Lawn/Garden
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Children Welcome
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Internet
- Heater
- Parking
- Fireplace
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detectorkitchen, bedrooms
- Fire extinguisherkitchen
- Smoke detectorkitchen, bedrooms
- Exterior lighting
- First aid kitunder bathroom sink
Location Type
- Near the oceanNear Potts Point, Basin Point, Harpswell Harbor.......all 2-3 miles. Places to eat, explore or beach comb.
- Water ViewOutside the large front windows. Basin Cove is in full view. At high tide it feels like you are on a house boat.
- WaterfrontTidal cove. At high tide it looks like a lake - swim, kayak and canoe from the dock. Low tide - view of clam flats with birds who feed along the edge as the tide ebbs and flows.
General
- TelephoneYour cell phones will work on the dock and sometimes in the house. Land line for free use in Maine and available for emergencies.
- ParkingOff street for 2 cars
- Iron & Board
- Toilet Paper
- Washing machine
- InternetWifi now available
- HeatingPassive solar from large windows in front that heat the cement floor. 12 ' thick walls and triple glaze windows.
- Wireless InternetWiFi
- Clothes dryer
- Baby Gate
- Hair Dryer
- FireplacePropane fireplace
- Basic Soaps
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator
- Dishes & UtensilsEverything you need
- Grill
- Ice Maker
- Toaster
- StoveHeavy duty large gas stove/oven
Entertainment
- Gamespuzzles and board games
- Video Library20 + DVDs
- Bookspaperback novels few children's books
- Music Libraryfew classical CDs
- DVD Player
- TelevisionA small TV with access to basic channels: PBS NBC ABC and CBS
- Stereo
Outside
- Kayak/Canoecanoe
- Water Sports Gear2 life jackets
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 7 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 7 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 4
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
Minimum 2-day vacancy between guest stays
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
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Hosted by Susan Myer Riley
Ask a questionAbout Susan Myer Riley
I was born and raised in Maine. After 15 years away, living in Germany and Seattle, I returned to enjoy the changing seasons, green forests, open ocean, downeast personalities, and of course my family.
Susan Myer Riley purchased this Cottage in 1988
Why Susan Myer Riley chose Harpswell
I bought 'Spartina' in 1988 as an investment and began making improvements. Spartina is a type of dune grass and it is the title of a book by John Casey. In 2010 my husband and I raised the old 'Spartina' and built a new passive solar cottage that has a nautical nordic look and feel.
What makes this Cottage unique
It is astounding to read renter's comments in the cottage journal. I have been fortunate to attract people who, like us, enjoy this cozy simple spot right on Basin who appreciate unrushed time to watch birds along the changing tides, catch up on their reading, visit nearby places of interest, or simply stay home, cook a good meal and watch the sunset across the cove. In 2009-10 we tore down the original building and designed a new passive solar cottage that is also comfortable and cozy. We have stayed there during all four seasons now and love to watch the change of tides and weather from inside and out.
- Languages:
- english