Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay

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A sunlit room with large windows, a desk, two chairs, and a view of greenery and a deck outside.
A marina with numerous sailboats docked, a grassy area with a bench, and a clear sky.
A deck with a wooden table and wicker chairs, surrounded by a metal railing, overlooking a grassy area and trees.
A white building with a red roof and a lighthouse tower, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
A spacious room with a large desk, a comfortable sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Searsport, ME
  • Place, Penobscot Marine Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfast Harbor
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1st Guest Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2nd Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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Property grounds
Historic Captain's House on shore of Penobscot Bay
Searsport
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
Historic Captain's House on shore of Penobscot Bay

About the area

Searsport

Located in Searsport, this holiday home is on the beach. Belfast Armistice Bridge and Fort Knox State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moose Point State Park and Fort Point State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Penobscot Marine Museum and Perry's Nut House. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Searsport, ME

What's nearby

  • Penobscot Marine Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 44 min drive - 64.3 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 46 min drive - 65.0 km
  • Bangor Mall - 49 min drive - 67.2 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 10 min drive
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belfast Co-op - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Front Street Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Traci's Diner - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay located?

This family-friendly Searsport holiday home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Penobscot Marine Museum, Moose Point State Park and Long Cove. Perry's Nut House and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip, wonderful views and a very peaceful location. Charles was easy to work with and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our families second time at the property. We love everything about it! Very clean, all essentials are there, comfy beds, great view, and Charles is an amazing host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great experience start to finish. Home was beautiful and had everything you need to cook and they have you covered if forget any toiletries (which our luggage was sent to wrong airport so this was a welcome extra)Highly recommend, it is even more spacious and beautiful in person
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This property was wonderful!

This property was wonderful! (Very Clean) Great location, beautiful views, quiet neighborhood, and Charles was very easy to reach and communicate with. We cant wait to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view. House was clean and well provisioned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Beautiful property. Immaculately clean and well provisioned with everything you need for a great, relaxing stay. Convenient for day trips to Camden, Rockland, and Acadia. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine at its best

The Penobscot Retreat was the most organized VRBO we've stayed in. There were multiple binders to help you with your stay and plan activities. The central location was ideal to everything coastal Maine has to offer. Great sightseeing, hikes, boating and dinning. And, the house and property were spectacular. We would stay here again.
Sunrise
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect escape

An absolutely gorgeous property. The house is in excellent condition and provides all the features you would want for a great stay. Owner should be proud of what the are offering. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful week

This property made everyone happy, including our corgi who did not want to leave the fun backyard and deck area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Penobscot retreat was immaculate and in a perfect location for our week of day trips to Acadia, Penobscot Bay and Boothbay Harbor. Charles provided absolutely everything we needed for our stay to make it feel like home. The house is fillled with interesting pieces of art and many small touches to make it feel truly special and a destination in itself. The location, right on Penobscot Bay was a pleasure to wake up to every morning and return to every evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect in every way!

We loved our stay at Penobscot Retreat! The home is one of best appointed properties we have rented for our annual Maine getaways. Extra points for easy proximity to Belfast (a favorite of ours), a very cooperative and photogenic bald eagle, and stunning views of the water. We hated to leave!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The service, arrival and pre-arrival information was outstanding. The only minor issue was there are 2 significant steps that were challenging for a person using a cane. The entrance was the most challenging as there was a hand hold at the 1st step but the 2nd high step did not have an adequate hand hold. But this was extremely minor compared to the absolute beauty of the home and view. Yes, it’s a bit more expensive but well worth it. Watch for the red fox in the mornings in the back yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on 21 Oct 2026
Good suggestion - we added a handrail
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great choice for our Maine vacation!

This property checked all of our boxes and then some. Immaculately clean and very well provisioned, we could see the thoughtfulness put into providing for guests. We brought our own kayaks and paddleboards, and made daily use of the waterfront. Nearby Belfast was fun for shopping and dining. Acadia and Bar Harbor are near enough for daytrips.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Never seen better!

This is a wonderful property. Comprehensively equipped, especially in the kitchen. Wonderfully furnished and decorated. Location is quiet with large outdoor spaces. Great shoreline access. Centrally located for access to Maine coastal sights and activities. A perfect choice for a family or group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Retreat

Amazing house with views of the bay. Plenty of space inside and outside of the house. We were able to see seals swimming in the bay and bald eagles in the backyard. In a short 10 minute drive you have the cute town of belfast with shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2024
Thank you Glad you enjoyed your holiday
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Penobscot Retreat

Awesome view……daily sights of a family of bald eagles. The house was extremely comfortable and clean. The pool table allow us to re-educate the use of angles from high school geometry!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Shoreline in Searsport

We really enjoyed our stay at the Penobscot Retreat. It's a nice quiet neighborhood with a lovely stretch of beachfront. We sat on the deck every day. The house has a nice collection of books with Maine info. The directions for arrival were very good. And everyone slept well in the beds. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All the luxury and comforts of home!

I knew from the pictures that this was on the water and was a beautiful home. But it exceeded expectations. The cleanliness and personal touches throughout the house were appreciated. The deck in the shade at the steps down to the beach was my happy place!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, quiet spot.

Lovely stay in this beautiful, private spot. The house was spacious, spotless and incredibly thoughtfully appointed. Comfy beds and fabulous climate control AC. Peaceful coffee on the deck, lots of reading, tossing rocks into the inlet, hours of playing pool, and charming sheep at the end of the street. A great central spot for day trips to Bar Harbor and Acadia or quick pop over to Belfast for shopping and seaside dining. The shipyard there was gorgeous and the shop owners so friendly. And Moose Point was a great little walking trail with the nicest Park Rangers. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would stay again!

This is a fabulous rental! Comfortable; super clean and everything you need including lots of extras. Kitchen well stocked with supplies, organized with house instructions and suggestions for area, Two decks to enjoy and close to Belfast for restaurants and shopping. Open back yard and views of bay. For those who can navigate the stairs explore the rocky coast at low tide. We brought our kayaks. Quiet area with privacy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We loved this house! It was clean and comfortable and in a central location for visiting so many places, from Acadia to Rockland. All the windows looking out to the ocean were amazing. There were many convenience items available- coffee, laundry soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, lots of TP and paper towels. Portable fans in each room although the air conditioning works great. We were a three generation group and everyone was really happy here! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FANTASTIC STAY AND LOCATION

Just got done with a week stay. Great location. Away from the crowds but an easy drive to visit the sites. Went to Bar Harbor area 3 days but could retreat from that craziness at night. Our beach was great We hunted for sea glass, rocks and shells. The local area was fun with little shops. The house had a great view and ample space. We ended up with 3 people. We originally had 6. It would have been comfortable for any amount in that range. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house was the perfect setup for our needs.

We enjoyed being in a quiet area but close to excursions we wanted to take. The beach area was a little disappointing. We thought there might be better fishing from there. Part of it was that we were not aware that the beaches were all rocky. Learning experience for us. Greatly appreciated the prompt replies from the manager when I submitted questions and the fact that he allowed communication via text while we were there! Extremely helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2024
Thank you! We are pleased you had an enjoyable holiday at Penobscot Retreat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

August at Penobscot

This home was sunny, bright, and very clean with a great layout, as there was space for everyone to spread out and have some privacy. The kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed. We ate dinner on the deck almost every evening and enjoyed watching birds--especially the eagles-- from there too. We brought kayaks and did trips right from the private beach, a little rocky but totally manageable. Everyone enjoyed the pool table on rainy afternoons. The host was accessible and helpful, and there were many thoughtful touches throughout the house. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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