Secluded Oceanfrot cottage:Unbelievable oceanfront views-Screened in Gazebo
The Whale of a View Cottage is nestled in the woods sitting directly above the Passamaquoddy Bay. Located on Campobello Island, home of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's Summer home and International Park, the cottage offers spectacular and close-up views of whales, eagles, seals, porpoises, ospreys and other wildlife from the house or the beautiful screened in Gazebo atop a cliff overlooking the water. Enjoy sunbathing and the beautiful sunsets on the deck attached to the Gazebo. Watch sailboats, fishing and cargo ships pass right outside your window. The cottage, the gazebo and the setting make this a special and private retreat. The cottage is within walking distance of the most photographed lighthouse in New Brunswick and connected by bridge to the US mainland at Lubec, Maine. Head Harbor Wharf is within walking distance for Whale Watch and fishing trips as well as to watch the local fisherman at work. This cute house is fully furnished as a vacation home.
CHECK OUT THE DRONE VIDEOS OF THE COTTAGE INSIDE AND OUT AND ABOVE BY SCANNING THE QR CODE IN THE PHOTOS SECTION. ENJOY!! It is located on beautiful Campobello Island where the beloved summer home of Franklin Delano Roosevelt is open as a museum and sits surrounded by stunningly beautiful hiking trails and interesting beaches in the Roosevelt International Park. The Park offers a delightful and infromative "Tea with Eleanor" (Roosevelt) in one of the historic large cottages on the Park grounds. Campobello Island is connected by bridge to the US mainland at Lubec, Maine 04652 zip code.
The property has a flat lot so that a car can pull up to the entrance of the house, also the lawn is overlooking the ocean and is appropriate for tents for camping.
For overflow crowds, there is an additional quaint private cottage next door that sleeps 2-3 with a beautiful oceanfront view and large deck.
Have a large family? Rent the Whale of a View and the Sea Urchin next door! Both cottages are private and located on their own private 3 acres. They are connected by a trail along the shore through the woods. Also available for rental is a charming two-room cabin nestled in the woods between the Sea Urchin and the Whale of a View. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AT CAMPOBELLO ISLAND OCEANFRONT COTTAGES FOR UP TO DATE INFO ON THE PRIVATE COTTAGES AND THE ISLAND. WHALE WATCH TOURS CAN BE BOOKED ON FACEBOOK AT EAST QUODDY TOURS OR CAPTAIN RIDDLES SEA GOING ADVENTURES. OUTDOOR GRILL IS A CHARCOAL GRILL SO BRING CHARCOAL AND FLUIDS. FIREWOOD FOR THE FIREPIT CAN BE PURCHASED AT CAMPOBELLO GIFT HOUSE ON THE ISLAND. TRASH PICK UP IS ON FRIDAY EARLY SO LEAVE ONLY BAGGED TRASH AT THE END OF THE DRIVE IN THE TRASH BIN. RECYCLABLES CAN BE LEFT IN A BAG AT THE COTTAGE. RESTAURANTS USUALLY OPEN ARE THE WATERFRONT PORCH RESTAURANT, THE PIER OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, THE GOLF COURSE RESTAURANT AND YOU CAN TAKE OUT SUBS FROM NIKKIS CONVENIENCE STORE NEAR THE COTTAGES AND MACS ISLAND MARKET HAS PREPARED SANDWICHES ALSO. Also the Prince Cafe at Roosevelt Park
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Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets not allowed on furniture
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
no smoking in the home or screened in porches
Test at 8124551890 upon arrival and departure so cleaning lady can be notified.
Not all types of dogs are allowed and pets are not allowed on furniture without covering with guests own blankets or sheets.
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Property # 120461
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Campobello Island
Located in Campobello Island, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Head Harbour Lightstation and Mulholland Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quoddy Head State Park and Deer Island Ferry. Monica's Chocolates and Eastport Gallery and Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
Herring Cove Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
Friars Bay - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
Roosevelt Campobello International Park - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
Mulholland Point Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 20.2 km
Getting around
Saint John, NB (YSJ) - 177 min drive
Restaurants
Horn Run Brewing - 76 min drive
Herring Cove Restaurant - 14 min drive
Happy Crab - 75 min drive
Phoenix Fine Wines - 75 min drive
The Cap Sill Restaurant - 84 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Secluded Oceanfrot cottage:Unbelievable oceanfront views-Screened in Gazebo pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Secluded Oceanfrot cottage:Unbelievable oceanfront views-Screened in Gazebo?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Oceanfrot cottage:Unbelievable oceanfront views-Screened in Gazebo?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Oceanfrot cottage:Unbelievable oceanfront views-Screened in Gazebo?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secluded Oceanfrot cottage:Unbelievable oceanfront views-Screened in Gazebo located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Head Harbour Lightstation and within 9 miles (15 km) of Herring Cove Provincial Park and Friars Bay. Roosevelt Campobello International Park and Mulholland Point Lighthouse are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Dennis Haire
We first purchased visited Campobello in 1988 and purchased the Sea Urchin Cottage in 1989 and our children were 1 and 3 and have vacationed on beautiful Campobello every summer since then. We then purchased the Whale of a View, Periwinkle Cottage in 2004 and the Starfish cottage in 2015. This is our 36the season on amazing Campobello Island! We get to enjoy our two children and their spouses with our 8 grandchildren now every summer! We have shared our properties since 1989 to travelors from across the world!
Why they chose this property
THE WHALE OF A VIEW COTTAGE HAS STUNNING VIEWS OF THE OCEAN AND THE WILDLIFE THAT PASSES BY LIKE WHALES, SEALS AND EAGLES AND THE DIFFERENT FISHING BOATS. YOU WON'T FIND A BETTER VIEW!! COTTAGE WAS UPDATED AND RENOVATED IN 2017 AND A NEW MASTER BEDROOM WAS ADDED AND AN ATTACHED SCREENED IN PORCH TO GO ALONG WITH THE FANTASTIC SCREENED IN GAZEBO THAT SITS ON A LOWER CLIFF THAT HOVERS OVER THE WATER. 2 OF THE BEDROOMS HAVE QUEEN SIZE BEDS AND THE 3RD BEDROOM HAS A DOUBLE BED AND A TWIN BED STACKED LIKE BUNKBEDS. Like us on facebook at Campobello Island Oceanfront Cottages. Whale watch tours can be booked on facebook at East Quoddy Tours and Captain Riddles Sea Going Adventures. Trash pick up is on Friday morning early so put all bagged trash in the trash bin. You can leave recyclables bottles and cans in a bag in the kitchen when you leave. Firewood can be purchased at Campobello Gift House. Bring your own charcoal and fluids if you BBQ. Restaurants usually open are The oceanfront Pier Restaurant, Waterfront Porch Restaurant, Golf Course Restaurant and Nikkis convenience market makes subs to go and Macs Island Market has prepared sandwichs.
What makes this property unique
UNIQUE UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS FROM THE HOME AND PROPERTY. TRAIL TO THE SCREENED IN GAZEBO. NEW MASTER BEDROOM WITH VIEWS TO THE OCEAN AND DOOR ONTO SCREENED IN PORCH. ONLY 1 MILE FROM THE FAMOUS HEAD HARBOUR LIGHTHOUSE WHERE AT LOWTIDE YOU CAN WALK ON THE OCEAN FLOOR AND GO OVER TO THE ISLAND THE LIGHTHOUSE IS LOCATED ON. SOME SAY LIGHTHOUSE ROAD IS THE BEST LOCATION ON THE ISLAND. THE WHALE OF A VIEW IS LOCATED AT 19 LIGHTHOUSE ROAD LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AT CAMPOBELLO ISLAND OCEANFRONT COTTAGES
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