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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Explore, experience, enjoy
Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Camden Hills State Park
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Camden, ME
Camden Hills State Park
Place, Camden Hills State Park
2 min walk
Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
5 min drive
Samoset Resort Golf Course
Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
16 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
23 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
1st Floor Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Upstairs Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Kids Room
1 Double Futon and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms
1st Floor Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach
This great vacation home was custom built in 2016 is ready for your Vacation to Camden.
The house is roughly 2,400 square feet with two large covered porches adding an additional 500 square feet of space. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs and one first floor bedroom.
The Master Bedroom has a King bed with a fantastic view of the water. It has a private bath with a double vanity, a large shower and a cast iron soaking tub.
The 2nd upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and shares the hall bath. The hall bath has a double vanity and a shower / tub.
The 3rd upstairs bedroom is perfect for the kids. It has a 3 level bunk bed and a pull out bed so it can accommodate 4 kids. They will be fighting over what level of the bunk is theirs :-)
The downstairs bedroom is spacious with a queen bed, a desk and plenty of light with 4 large windows.
We have blended a modern open floor plan with the period finishes you would expect from a 1920's cottage. Hardwood Maple floors throughout, tastefully done tile in the kitchen & bathrooms. Granite counters and high end cabinetry, chef kitchen with 36" dual fuel range, large old fashion baseboards, large old fashion door & window trim, high ceilings with crown molding, large windows with views of the outdoors and the ocean.
The property has plenty of space to explore. It is nicely wooded and has been left natural with several maintained pathways to explore the property. It sits up about 35' above the beach and the stream running down the south side of the property actually has a 10' waterfall as it makes it's way down o the beach.
This home and property is a quiet relaxing getaway.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Smoking
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Important information
You need to know
Property # 803429
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: 8
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Camden
Located in Camden, this vacation home is on the beach. Samoset Resort Golf Course and Lincolnville Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes. Traveling with kids? Consider Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling.
Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
Mount Battie - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
Camden Opera House - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 16 min drive - 20.4 km
Getting around
Belfast Station - 22 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Lucky Bettys - 6 min drive
Sea Dog Brewing Company - 5 min drive
Cuzzy's - 6 min drive
Zoot Coffee - 6 min drive
Long Grain - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach?
As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach on Oct 26, 2026 start from $474, 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 Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Custom Built Penobscot Bay Retreat on a Private Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Camden vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Camden Hills State Park, Lincolnville Ferry Terminal, and High Street Historic District. Schoolhouse Museum and Camden Public Library are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This was our first time visiting Maine. We picked the best town and best home to stay in! The home was so beautiful! Our favorite place to hangout was out on the deck watching the sunrise in the morning. It was so peaceful. Maine is so gorgeous in the fall!
We had a wonderful vacation and loved our accommodations. The house is perfectly located to visit the wonderful areas of Maine and the town of Camden has plenty of places to shop and eat. The house was plenty big for the 7 adults and we loved the access to the water. Look forward to going back! Thank you Kerry for a great time.
This place is exactly as listed and communication was excellent! The house was very clean, well stocked with anything you will need, and is a beautiful place to stay. The views are wonderful-we loved the back porch, fire pit and beachfront! Camden was a charming town as well. Thank you Nick & Kerri
The house is lovely and has all the amenities one needs to be comfortable and feel at home. The exterior property is beautiful as well.
We had a wonderful time.
We loved the house and location in Camden. Everything as advertised, immaculate, well equipped for the water. Just a beautiful place near all of our activities and restaurant choices.
The owners have thought of everything! This is an awesome house!! It is just as described. Very clean, up to date, peaceful and just perfect in every way! The location was perfect for us. We used it as a home base and ventured out to Portland (lighthouse), Moosehead Lake (Moose Safari), Deer Isle/Stonington (very cute fishing town and settlement quarry preserve), Bar Harbor, Acadia, Cadillac Mountain to list some highlights in addition to being just a short drive to Camden and Rockport. This is a beautiful part of the Country and the food was amazing in every waterfront restaurant in every town we visited.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this sweet home. The location outside of Camden was perfect for privacy and family time. We enjoyed trips into Camden and traveling up the coast. We were very comfortable in this home (7 guests) and loved the beachfront setting.
The property and house were beautiful, clean and cozy. Host were beyond accomdating. We very much enjoyed out stay. Thanks for sharing your home with us...
We really enjoyed our stay at this house on Penobscot Bay, it was just lovely getting up in the morning and sitting on the deck overlooking the water. We took advantage of the Kayaks, beach area and firepit during our stay which enhanced the visit. This was probably the best equipped house of all the ones we have rented with everything you could need in the kitchen. The local town of Camden is great with many good restaurants.
Camden is a wonderful coastal town. The house is perfect for a family stay, well equipped and pleasant. The grandkids loved kayaking in the cove. Also nearby to a sandy beach and the Camden State Park for hiking.
The driveway could use a little TLC if you have a low ground clearance sedan.
We love vacationing in Maine as my husband was born there. This time we spent two weeks with two of our children and their families. We are thrilled to have found this house. It is attractive, immaculate and well stocked. Any questions were promptly answered by our host. It far exceeded our expectations.
This was our first visit to Maine and our first group vacation with our grown kids and their partners. We picked this house and Camden because of their location being halfway between the Portland airport and Acadia. I loved the description of the house and the photos, indicating that it offered some seclusion and was near water and trees. The property more than met our expectations and was ideal for the ten of us. The house was roomy and comfortable, while also inviting and cozy. We loved eating breakfast together each morning at the counter and table, and gathering each night by the fire pit for s’mores, cocktails, and music. Thank you, Nick and Kerri, for sharing your amazing vacation home with us. We made family memories there that will stay with us forever!
The 6 of us had an excellent time. The property was well stocked, very clean, easy check in and check out, and had comfortable beds. This is a great location about midway between Portland and Acadia National Park. We enjoyed Camden and its nice shops and restaurants. There is an incredible view from Mount Battie just down the road from the rental. Plan to visit Pemaquid Point lighthouse. It is a bit of a drive but the ocean waves and view are worth it. Then eat at King Eiders Pub in Damariscotta. You have to order the cupcake for dessert.
Had a great time our week in Sept. House is well stocked with everything you could need in kitchen. Use of the kayaks was a bonus. Explored the surrounding area with trips to various lighthouses, Camden Hills St Park, took sailboat cruise out of the harbor, day trip to Acadia. Ended up leaving a day early due to approaching remnants of hurricane Lee which is always a risk being on the ocean.
This home and property are very clean and the grounds are very nice. Beautiful landscaping! We had a great stay. There were 5 adults and 2 children and we had plenty of room! They have everything you could possibly need. We enjoyed the kayaks down at the water! We had a few fires in the fire pit out back! The steps to the water are very steep, however we were aware of this from the description on VRBO. Spent time in all of the surrounding little towns. Thank you to the host for making this a wonderful experience!
We had a wonderful time at the house in Maine, paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, biking, reading and dining in Camden. We saw Bald Eagles, Cat Birds, Goldfinches and heard countless other birds each morning and evening. The house was very clean, contemporary and functional and had all that we needed to enjoy Independence Day in Maine. Thank you.
Thank you to our amazing hosts. We had an incredible stay in a beautiful home tucked quietly in by the bay. The house was comfortable, clean and most importantly-had everything we needed. If we thought of it; we found it in a drawer or closet. We especially enjoyed Camden! Amazing little town with charm, fun shops and fantastic people. Highly recommend a stay at this home and Camden! Take the lobster tour on the Lively Lady. Well worth it. Thank you again to our hosts.
L G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terry K.
Aug 2, 2018
Perfect Maine vacation. Loved the house & property.
We found this vacation home to be perfect for our family of eight. The bunk room was thouroughly enjoyed by our grandchildren and they did not want to leave at the end of our stay. Accommodations for the five adults were more than adequate and having three bathrooms was convenient. One of the favorite features was the fire pit where we enjoyed roasting hot dogs and making smores with our grandchildren. Also, the kitchen was well-equipped for our cooking needs. The location of the home was great for our visit to Acadia, visiting relatives, traveling to Owls Head, Rockport, Rockland and Camden State Park. Recommmendations provided by the owner for restaurants was excellent and we appreciated the travel information available in the house for things to do in the area. We strongly would recommend this house and hope to turn in the future.
Terry K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
About the host
Hosted by Nick Napoleon
Our family lives in the historic Avondale section of Jacksonville, FL. Our first home was a classic 1926 bungalow. The design of our coastal Maine retreat was inspired by our first house. Blending many classic elements with modern amenities and an open floor plan that is great for family gatherings.
We love to travel and have coordinated a number of VRBO's over the years for our stays. We have even coordinated a successful home exchange with our family beach condo in Amelia Island, FL. We can assure you that our Maine Vacation home will be well appointed, comfortable, relaxing, and you will have everything you need to have a wonderful stay.
Why they chose this property
Our first trip to Camden was a family road trip up the coast with a final destination being Acadia National Park. One of our stops was in Camden where we tent camped in Camden Hills State Park for 2 nights. We fell in love with all that Camden and the surrounding area had to offer. We returned several years later. On our 2nd trip we rented two different homes each for a week and left saying we needed to get a place of our own. Camden was the perfect getaway for our family. After a few years of searching and a few more trips to Camden we found the perfect property.
The property is situated 3 miles North of Camden and is almost exactly 1/2 way between Camden & Lincolnville. It is a quite section of town about a 5 minute drive North of the Downtown.
Languages:
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