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A+ on Harbor w/ 8 Kayaks, Deck, Patio, Beach, Walk To Town, Best Views

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Terrace/patio
Front View - Ocean views from both front and back of cottage.
Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 92500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Stonington Opera House
  • Place, Blue Heron Gallery
  • Place, Stonington Sea Products
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A+ on Harbor w/ 8 Kayaks, Deck, Patio, Beach, Walk To Town, Best Views

Old charm in this beautiful historic (1910) home on Stonington Harbor w/ stunning views over Maine's largest lobstering fleet & island vista. Warm & inviting, light-filled interiors - well supplied and cared for. Enjoy comfort and lovingly decorated interiors, wrap-around deck, expansive stone patio with fire pit, small beach, 8 kayaks & gear in areas most prime kayaking waters, plus only a 2 minute walk to the downtown shops, restaurants, theater, museum - along w/ many Deer Isle, Blue Hill, Castine, Bar Harbor attractions nearby.

Harbor Heights is one of the few homes right on Stonington Harbor, and close to the plethora of small nearby islands just a short kayak trip away - plus just a 2 minute walk to all the downtown attractions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
No smoking inside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights
Please start towels in the washer downstairs
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stonington

Located in Stonington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Barred Island Preserve and Edgar M. Tennis Preserve, while Blue Heron Gallery and Stonington Opera House are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Stonington, ME

What's nearby

  • Stonington Opera House - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blue Heron Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stonington Sea Products - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Barred Island Preserve - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Deer Isle-Stonington Historical Society - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪27 Fathoms Waterfront Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪44 North Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aragosta at Goose Cove - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stonecutters Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪44 North Stonington - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A+ on Harbor w/ 8 Kayaks, Deck, Patio, Beach, Walk To Town, Best Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A+ on Harbor w/ 8 Kayaks, Deck, Patio, Beach, Walk To Town, Best Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A+ on Harbor w/ 8 Kayaks, Deck, Patio, Beach, Walk To Town, Best Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A+ on Harbor w/ 8 Kayaks, Deck, Patio, Beach, Walk To Town, Best Views located?

Located in Stonington, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Blue Heron Gallery and Stonington Opera House. Art By Katy Gallery and Stonington Sea Products are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the harbor and a one minute walk into the cute downtown for coffee and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and waterfront views. Charming, comfortable house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pollyanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't say enough about the view and the kayaks -- we felt so privileged to be there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and convenient location! Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place. Spectacular views. Host was incredible. House spotless and soooo cozy. Excellent location and the kayaking awesome. We will be back. Thank you Barbara and Les . You truly have a magical place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B., Madisonville, LA

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

Hope to return

We loved our stay in Stonington. The house was perfect for our family. Everything you wanted was walking distance. Great restaurant just 2 doors down. The town in quaint and a great place to go to relax. We did Eco tour which we really enjoyed. Stonington is not the place o go if you are looking for touristy type things to do. It is for those who want to relax, hike, kayak and just enjoy the views. We bought lobster from co op and steam at the house. Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurel D.

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

Fabulous location

When I started looking for a rental property for extended family and friends I will admit I’d never heard of Stonington. We wanted a home large enough for my husband, myself, our two (big) kids, and two more adults. We wanted a place we would be comfortable spending lots of time at “home” due to the pandemic. I can’t say enough about how much we loved our stay. We made use of the many kayaks on property, ate dinner on the deck overlooking the harbor every night, and even saw a sailboat race come through the harbor one day. We enjoyed lobster, Maine blueberries, oysters, and steamers. When the oven didn’t work well I sent a message to the owner Barbara, who responded within minutes and had it repaired within a day. The location is walking distance to downtown Stonington, where you’ll find ample takeout options and a delicious ice cream stand. We ventured (90 minutes) to Acadia National Park on a couple of our days, and walked down the road to take a puffin tour boat on another. We will miss the sights and smells of this beautiful cove.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

sally b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A view A location A sunsets A host - highly recommend this property. Very spacious and located in the perfect part of town. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina M.

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

Wonderful Home

We had a wonderful experience renting this cozy home in Stonington. Everything was perfect and we would come back in a heartbeat!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoheb C., Albany NewYork

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

Amazing view

The house is amazing with great view of the ocean. It was quite spacious for our group of 7. The host was very friendly and helpful. They had lots of kayaks too. Unfortunately the weather was not great for us to a kayak but will surely be back again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Amazing Hidden Gem

We were surprised by the quiet home and beautiful view. The town of Stonington was welcoming and friendly. We couldn't have picked a more perfect and relaxing spot in coastal Maine to spend part of our vacation. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed. Best vacation ever!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea O.

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

Wonderful location

Incredible view. Fantastic location in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

casey d.

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

Great Maube experience

Loved watching the fishing boats and enjoyed the ever changing October weather. Stayed 5 nights and enjoyed windy days, rainy days, gale warnings and one crisp stunning sunshine and calm winds days. Took the kayaks out on the sunny, calm wind day in the harbor, carefully avoiding the working fishing boats. Excellent restaurant next to the house that does carry-out. It was shoulder/end of season, during COVID, so we found three restaurants and a sprinkling of stores open with more limited hours. The house had everything we needed plus extras. Host responded quickly and was very helpful and accommodating when we requested an extra night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Hyde Park Vermont

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

Beautiful coastal maine

Wonderful stay in Stonington ME. Enjoyed the location, the home and grounds and the warm hospitality of our host Barbara. Looking forward to many more vacations there !
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

jenny w.

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

Wonderful location, beautiful views!

Wonderful location, walking distance to everything you need. Very nice house, comfortable furniture and beds. Nicely decorated. Big enough for a large group and also very cozy for a couple. Kitchen was fully equipped. They are building a beautiful new patio with great views that will be connected to the deck. Manager was very nice and helpful. We did not have any problems with the house. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy c.

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

family Main vacation

This house is the perfect location for relaxing and watching the boats come and go. The house is older, but that is what makes it perfect. We spent a lot of time out on the deck. The town is small, so not a destination for shoppers. It is for people who want a relaxing vacation. The biggest downfall is the location. It is a long drive to get back to the main road, but worth it if you want to experience the life of a lobster fisherman. The owner was easily available when we had a problem with the heating system.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

UK friends first time in Maine

Downeast at its best.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

joseph p.

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

Heat

Heat & Hot water needs to operate separately. Poor set up.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy or Jay r.

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

Lovely seaside home with magnificent views-wonderful stay!!!

We enjoyed staying in this lovely home with its magnificent views and rustic charm. Each room in the house you can relax and enjoy the views of the beautiful harbor. We enjoyed sitting on the outside deck each morning watching and listening to the lobster boats head out to collect their traps. The location of the home is a real treat. You can walk to town or head to the harbor a hundred yards out the door. Fin and Fern restaurant is located a few doors down as well as the boat to the surrounding islands. The home was perfect with 2 bathrooms for the 4 of us. There was 5 bedrooms so plenty of room for larger groups. We ate out, kayaked from our door, dined in and visited barred island preserve, sanctuary preserve and settlement preserve as well as beautiful sand beach. A highlight of our trip was dinner at Aragosta on Goose Cove. It was wonderful!! Nervous Nellies Jams and jellies was quite an experience too!! Stonington shops, restaurants and friendly resident’s was fun too!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely seaside rental and Barbara, the owner, was very attentive to any questions we had before and during our stay. She is a very caring host. Thank you again for sharing your beautiful home with us and all your hospitality. We will be back!! 🌻
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Oakland CA

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

Location Fabulous

Comfortable house with interesting views of the harbor and kayaks available for use. In the 13 years we have been renting houses in Stonington and renting kayaks at Old Quarry this is the best arrangement we have found.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N., Knoxville, Tennessee, US

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

Idyllic Maine Coastal Village

We loved our stay in Stonington! The views from the house were absolutely gorgeous, and the location is perfect. Stonington is a gem. Large enough to have what you want--coffee shop, grocery, several great restaurants, an opera house (!)--and small enough to be friendly and cozy. It's also a great base to explore. We went up to Acadia and Bar Harbor one day (the athletic in the group hiked and the rest of us explored Bar Harbor). The house is equipped with everything you can imagine--and some you might not: binoculars! We used the kayaks to explore the harbor and neighboring islands. We also took the ferry to Isle au Haut and hiked there. And Barbara is wonderful. She's readily available and gave us great tips on kayaking and what else to see. Also, don't miss the Fin and Fern restaurant, two doors down from the house. They have wonderful espresso and pastries for breakfast--and every other meal there is wonderful too. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Andrew D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, well equipped, needed some upkeep and some areas needed more thorough cleaning. We still enjoyed our stay and Stonington is terrific. Very nice to go to dock to buy fresh lobsters as the lobstermen are coming to dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Barbara is a great host! Our favorite. We love the house. It’s a perfect location. And great house.

We love staying here. The location is perfect. We enjoy watching the sailboats come in and out of the harbor from the deck. The kayaks are so easy to launch right from the back yard and we jump off the dock into the cove right there at high tide for a swim. Walking distance to all the restaurants and shops right in town and everything is so accessible. Always thankful to Barbara for such a great place and perfect hosting!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosita H.

Mesmerizing location

Very well kept and organized. Great communication with owner. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely spot on the harbor, fully equipped home, great host, and kayaks galore!

We had a wonderful time ... better than we could have imagined! Barbara was a fantastic host who responded quickly to every question, has filled her lovely house with everything you could possibly need, and a bevy of kayaks on the dock ready for exploration in the archipelago of islands just beyond the harbor. We were only there for 2 nights and all 6 of us wished we were there for longer and agreed we’d easily return. Lobster etc is easily available, either from the dock or through a woman whose name is on the refrigerator! Evenings on the harbor were delightful, made even more special by the twinkly lights (and tea lights) one of our group had brought from home to adorn the deck. A little slice of paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Barbara

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Originally from Maine, I met my husband in the USAF while serving in England. Later, after starting a family, we purchased this home to be near family in Maine. We enjoy working on the home and grounds, spending time with friends and neighbors, kayaking the amazing nearby waters, and enjoying the incredible beauty out our windows.

Why they chose this property

Our family has lived and worked near this area for generations, so it was a special honor to acquire this home in the late 90s. With our then small children we renovated the home, and have spent treasured time there ever since. When not using it ourselves, it is a treat to share with others to enjoy the many things we so love about this home and community.

What makes this property unique

This home is right on the harbor, and only a few minutes walk to downtown. This is the best location for kayaking out to the nearby islands. We have many return guests...so I guess they like it as much as we do!

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English

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