Modern Cottage with Ocean Access & Wildlife

The Salty Roost, a modern Scandinavian-style guest cottage is positioned on a meticulously maintainedone acre parcel adjacent to the owner's main home in a coastal neighborhood. This cottage's second floor, off of the bedroom offers a privatebalconyoffers distant water views of Middle Bay. It's a perfect spot for morning coffee, and evening drinks overlooking the glow of the sunset.Other amenities include adock/water access for recreating, on-site parking, grill, hammock chairs, fully stockedkitchen, Wifi, washer and dryer combo unit, and hardwood floors. The cottage is minutes from great restaurants, breweries, hiking trails, and shopping. The most amazing sunsets and soaring bald eagleswill surely bring joy to your stay.
This new construction one bedroom/one bathcottage overlooks peaceful Middle Bay offering tidal waters that bring stunning ocean views and wildlife. With 600 square feet of open-concept space, this cottage was designed to maximum the space while maintaining elegance and style.The Salty Roost is custom designed with large windows and sliding glass doors on both levels, offering plenty of sunlight and views of the ocean from the balcony. A private yard is the perfect place to relax in the hammock chairs or prepare fresh seafood on the grill. Want to paddle around the bay? Kayaks and stand-up paddleboardavailable for your use upon request.
The cottage is located on the northern end of the quant fishing town of Harpswell, of Maine's true hidden gems. The little town of Harpswell, population of 5,000 residents, has more coastline than any other town in Maine boasting216 miles of rocky and sandy coast. Harpswell is uniquely comprised of two sides:an islands side where three islands are connected with causeways/bridges, and an 8-mile long peninsula side where the cottage is located. A scenic drive down the islands and peninsula is a must-do when visiting Harpswell.
Guest have access to the entire cottage, front lawn, dock, and the neighborhood which offers a stunning ocean view walk in the neighborhood. Our main home is adjacent to the guest cottage, sharing the same driveway.
The Salty Roost is located in a quiet neighborhood, off a private paved where you can take a peaceful stroll around one of two loops and find panoramic views of the ocean. Take a walk to the dock where you will find a mix ofwildlife including seals, shore birds, eagles, ospreys, eiders, and great blue herons. It isn't unusual for an eagle to fly overthe cottage where you will get a close up view of these majestic animal.
Centrally located in northwest Harpswell and ideal for exploring all of Maine, and popular travel destinations. The cottage is located on a well-traveled road that allows quick access to places like downtown Brunswick/Bowdoin College (~4 miles away/7 minutes), Portland (~30 miles away/35 minutes), Camden (~90 miles away/1 hr. 20 min), Boothbay Harbor (~60 miles away/1 hr).
A few restrictions/items to note:
The Maine road, Route 123 is not recommended for recreating (running, walking, and biking) being a well traveled, narrow road with no shoulder. The road can get busy during peak travel times like the summer months.
This cottage is in close proximity tothe water. Close supervision of children is required at all times when occupying the premise. Guests agree to supervise their children at all times when booking this cottage. Children under the age of 6 must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) when on the dock.
This place is located near the water and in a residential neighborhood, where sound travels and others live in close proximity. No noise or loud music of any kind is permitted on the property at any time.
The smart TV allows streaming of your subscribed channels. There is no cable TV at this property.
Consumable products such as toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, laundry/dish detergent, trash bags, etc. are supplied upon check-in, and usually provides up to a 2 week supply for most guests. If you book for longer than two weeks, please plan to replenish these items for the remainder of your stay.