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Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach

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Taken from the point which faces east. There is a small rocky beach to the left.
Another view of the cottage from the road before you pull into the driveway
Friendly Cottage sits at the end of Oceanside Road in a quiet neighborhood.
Parking is in front of this arbor
The path from the parking area to the front door of the cottage.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Cobwork Bridge
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bailey Island, ME
  • Place, beach near Mackerel Cove Lot
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cobwork Bridge
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪23 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach

Friendly Cottage on Oceanside, Bailey Island is now available for your seaside vacation, no matter the season. This well-insulated cottage, heated and cooled by solar and geothermal systems, is appealing during the less - crowded brisk Maine springs, the lazy ocean-breezed days of summer, the colorful crisp days of fall, or the quiet peaceful days of winter.
Friendly cottage is on the east side of the island with an unhindered view of Casco Bay and spectacular sunrises, and sits on a secluded beach at the dead end of a quiet neighborhood.
Yet, the cottage is in walking distance of the local general store, post office, a non-denominational church, several local eateries including the famous Cook's Lobster House as well as Mackerel Cove, the hub of the fishing and boating community. Entertaining and socializing has a comfortable flow in this 3 bedroom-2 bathroom home - perfect for family get-togethers, reunions, special events or simply a nest to enjoy the Maine experience. The nearest shopping centers are in Brunswick (13 miles away and a 30 minute drive). Stopping at a grocery store before you come to Bailey Island might be more convenient, although there is a general store with limited supplies.
Friendly Cottage is an excellent example of a home built with many innovative technologies including solar hot water panels and geothermal, just to name a few. If you are considering building an energy efficient home with all or some of these technologies, come for a stay!
Check out our other rental Ocean Breeze Cottage Home Away # 3001385.

Keywords: New Bailey Island Cottage on the Ocean with Beach
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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 962008ha
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 and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Bailey Island

Located in Bailey Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum and Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Land's End Gift Shop and Paddleworks are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
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Bailey Island, ME

What's nearby

  • beach near Mackerel Cove Lot - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackerel Cove - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cobwork Bridge - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • beach near Channel View Lane - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • beach near Merritt House Road - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 26 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Bailey Island General Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Morse’s - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Holbrooks Lobster Wharf - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach on Sep 17, 2026 start from $691, 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 Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Cottage Perfect for a Peaceful and Quiet stay on the Ocean with Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bailey Island vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Casco Bay, Mackerel Cove, and Bailey Island Bridge. Cobwork Bridge and Land's End Gift Shop are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 241 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 12, 2026
We appreciate your kind words and are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! Safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. Good as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2026
Glad you enjoyed your time on the islands It's such a great time of year! We appreciate the care you took of the cottage. Hope to see you back someday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with great views of the ocean from inside and out. The house was comfortable and very clean. Outside spaces were beautiful, loved the Adirondack chairs where the lawn met the ocean, well landscaped with lots of flowers, and the table and chairs next to the grill also had a great view. Loved exploring the small beaches you could walk to right from the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2026
Thanks so much for the lovely review. You were here at a beautiful time of year when spring comes to the island. We appreciate your descriptions to give future guests insight. The cottage looked great after you left - come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pristine home right on the water. We'll stocked with essentials so that I could easily make a few meals with plenty of plates, pans and glasses. Quiet location to relax and enjoy the view even in the rainHighly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2026
We're so glad that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for leaving the cottage in such great shape. We hope you'll come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very helpful and easy to work with. The house is beautiful with a great view of the ocean and a small beach you climb down to. The house was very well maintained. The kitchen is well equipped, the bedrooms spacious, and bathrooms updated. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 11, 2026
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for leaving the cottage in such great condition!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The description and pictures of this property did not do it justice! The views from the primary bedroom and living room were stunning. All of the furniture was extremely comfortable and every room was not only spotless, but beautifully decorated. Bailey island is small but has everything you could possibly want. We spent our afternoons exploring the area which included many cute little coastal towns all within an hours drive. These communities do a fantastic job supporting local artists - so you get a very unique and friendly experience everywhere you go. 10/10 would return!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a wonderful, relaxing stay at this beautiful spot. The best feature was the amazing ocean view from the living room and primary bedroom. Just a short walk from the door and across the lawn takes you to the water's edge and your comfy Adirondack chairs to take it all in. The cottage was clean, spacious and tastefully decorated. The kitchen was well-equipped if you are looking to make your own meals. There were also plenty of board games and some DVDs. Be aware that the few restaurants in the immediate area are closed Monday/Tuesday, at least at the time we were there (late May). Brunswick and Bath are around 30 minutes drive for more dining options. Our friendly hosts Eric and Laurie were always available if we needed anything, but we didn't since everything was great! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2026
You should write travel brochures! Thanks so much for all the information you included for those considering Bailey Island and the cottage for a visit. The cottage looked great after you left - we appreciate that. Hope to see you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts, peaceful place, house was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2026
The Islands are so peaceful in late fall. We are so glad that you had an opportunity to catch your breath and enjoy what they have to offer. You were perfect guests and we appreciate the care you gave the cottage. Hope to see you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tremendous stay, great property and host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2025
It was wonderful to share the cottage with your family. Thank you for this positive review and thank you for taking care of the rental. Even though you have a long ride, we hope you find your way here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with amazing views.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2025
Thank you for the positive review and for caring for the Cottage. Hope you find your way back someday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TOM I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful house. Well equipped. Gorgeous view.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2026
We're so glad that you were able to enjoy your Thanksgiving at Friendly. It was a pleasure to have you here and want to thank you for leaving cottage in perfect condition. We hope to see you return some day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our fourth stay at Friendly Cottage over the past 10 years and I'm sure we'll be back! We were a total of 6 this trip and everything was exactly as we remembered. Great house and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2025
We loved seeing your return with your growing family! What wonderful memories you must have created! It's always a pleasure to have you in the cottage - hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! Highly recoomend it. I plan on coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you’re looking for a Prefect Place to stay look no further. Great view of the Atlantic sitting on the chairs, the host are very friendly, and the house is very spacious and comfortable. We’ve been here twice and will be back.
Friendly Cottage
Great views
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2025
This is lovely. Thanks so much. It's a pleasure to have you in the cottage. You are always welcome!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

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

Great Escape from the Florida Heat

We had a wonderful stay at this cottage. Great location to explore the surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
Although you left the Florida heat - I wish it had been a little warmer for your stay. However, we're glad your stay met your expectations. We appreciate you taking great care of the cottage. Come back anytime when Florida gets too hot!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything you need and accessible to key places to visit in MAINE. The view was spectacular, the best sunrises . If you want peace, grab an Adirondack chair and watch the happenings on Casco Bay.
View from the Adirondack chairs
Sunset on Bailey Island
Decoration in the cottage
Another view from the chairs
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 29, 2025
Wow! This is the 1st review we have had with pictures. Thanks for sharing for those who are considering coming to Bailey Island. I think the word "peace" is perfect to describe a summer day looking out on the bay. Thanks for the wonderful words and for caring for the rental as if it were your own. Hope we see you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, very clean and enjoyed the oceanside vibe both inside and out! Easy walk to general store and walkable to Giant Stairs trail and Cedar Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella P.

Wonderful stay!

We had a great time at this lovely property! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2020
It was lovely to have you and your children with us. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was better than we could have imagined and our hosts provided so much more than we’ve ever received. They had extra blankets and pillows, more than one roll of toilet paper, dish soap, and MORE! The views were breathtaking and the best part was the private beach where we were able to hunt for shells and sea glass.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 22, 2025
Yeah! We're so glad that the cottage fir your needs and that you had all you needed to be comfortable. We're so glad that you all had a chance to enjoy one of the best seasons on the island - fall is quieter and has more temperate weather. Thanks for taking great care of the cottage - hope you have a chance to return someday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Great stay

Friendly cottage was great, spacious, well equipped and a perfect location right on the sea
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 2, 2022
We appreciate these positive words about the cottage. We always hope that guests leave feeling glad that they came. The rental looked great when you left - thank you - and we hope you get a chance to return some day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent place

We enjoyed everything about our place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
We are so glad that your stay met your expectations. You were perfect guests, and we appreciate your care of the cottage. Hope you return someday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an incredible place to stay! The hosts were the best we have had to interact with. The area was full of things to do. We played golf at the Sebasco Resort twice during our stay. You can’t beat getting lobsters at Watson’s General Store on Cundy’s Harbor. The Friendly Cottage had all we needed to cook and prepare all our culinary needs. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 9, 2025
What a pleasure to have you in the rental! We're so glad that you are considering returning. Thank you for mentioning Sebasco Resort and Watson's General store - both great places - for future guests. We're so glad that Friendly cottage met your expectations - we appreciate how nicely you left it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie V.

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

Mother daughter getaway

Friendly Cottage was beyond amazing for my week long getaway with my 2 daughters. The location and views can’t be beat and the house was perfectly laid out and equipped with everything we needed. We lucked out with incredible weather so found ourselves on the beach almost every morning and evening. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2025
There is nothing better than getting away for family time and creating memories. We're so gad that the cottage fit your needs for your getaway and we look forward to your return. Thank you so much for this wonderful review and for taking great care of the cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J D.

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

Second year for 4th of July!

We love staying here and enjoying the quiet. The spot is fantastic. House is immaculate. Owners are wonderful to work with throughout the process.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2025
We so enjoyed seeing your happy gang return again this year! We appreciate your kind words and how nicely you care for the cottage. Hopefully, we will see your return in 2026.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Island stay

Beautiful cottage and location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 26, 2021
Thank you for the positive review. You certainly brought beautiful spring weather with you . We appreciate you leaving the cottage in such good condition.

About the host

Hosted by Eric Smith

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Eric and Laurie Smith both grew up on Bailey Island as next door neighbors. Many years later they got married and raised their three children; Brooke, Megan and Mason on the same property that Eric grew up on and that you're staying on now! Being 7th generation from Bailey Island our familial roots run deep and we couldn't imagine being anywhere else!

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