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Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine!

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Easy access for kayaking and beach combing.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Den

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine!

Our secluded cottage faces south overlooking the bay, islands, and working lobster boats. The front deck is ideal for lunching, sunning, and watching nature at play and joins a grassed lawn perfect for games. Stay cozy on a cool evening with a small gas stove.

A short drive will take you to all the festivals Rockland has each summer weekends as well as the Camden/Rockport harbors, home to the schooner fleet. A nautical museum, general store/cafe, post office, library and great fishing are within walking distance. Launch your kayak and explore the shoreline.

Keywords: Cottage with water frontage.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
We love well mannered pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only tissue down the toilet.
Put used linens in basket provided on departing.
Secure all garbage regularly in the barrels provided.

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

We should mention

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

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this cottage is on the beach. General Henry Knox Museum and Strand Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Breakwater Vineyards and Coastal Children's Museum. Sail Power and Steam Museum and Maine State Prison Store are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

  • Owls Head Transportation Museum - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sandy Beach - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 11 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Station 118 BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle St. Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine!?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine! on 27 Jun 2026 start from £123, 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 at Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawkweed Cottage on the Water - Salt Air and Sunshine! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Breakwater Vineyards and Birch Point Beach State Park. Birch Point Beach is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Hawkweed Cottage is well-equipped for visitors and super-quiet for great sleep. I would definitely recommend to visitors to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were looking for. The cottage was cozy and clean. Plenty of peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayla R.

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

Quiet and peaceful!

We enjoyed the quietness that this property offered as well as the beautiful view. The cottage felt very homey and we could completely relax during our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit to Hawkweed Cottage and it was as perfect as our first stay! Both the inside and outside are clean and well maintained. The beds are comfortable and the furniture is cozy. That view is beautiful and we spent most of our time outside. Our dog loved watching the birds in the water and being in the peaceful yard. We have already reserved our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

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

Perfect stay! Beautiful property.

We had a lovely 2-week stay at Hawkweed Cottage. It was perfect! Very clean, well stocked with everything we needed, quiet. Hosts were very friendly and communication was excellent.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Wonderful week

Very nice cottage with everything we needed - then some!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Peaceful

Lovely quiet location with nice waterfront views. Great place as a base or, like us, just to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Great views !

This cottage was a perfect, quiet get-away. Thanks for making it dog friendly. Hope to be there next year !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Elaine D.

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

Beautiful view

Nice secluded cottage on tidal river . Close enough to the restaurants and shopping but far enough away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael h.

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

Summer vacation

The Hawkweed Cottage is in a beautiful location and very quiet and peaceful with an excellent view.Cottage was everything it was advertised and we had a great relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Third year is a charm !

We enjoyed our stay in the lovely house/cottage. It is pristine with quiet surroundings! Rockland is only 15 minutes away for excellent restaurants and shops. Come and stay at Hawkweed cottage and see for yourself!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

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

lovely spot in Maine

The three bedroom cabin was perfect for us--all on one level, well supplied with bedding and kitchen essentials, spacious deck, and water views. Not on ocean, but lots of birds and woods on three sides.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

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

Peaceful and beautiful views

Excellent stay. Cottage is as advertised. Has all the basic needs and an incredible view and deck/backyard to enjoy it from. Short rides to area beaches, restaurants and activities. Very relaxing spot. Owners are very nice and easy to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

kathleen s.

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Mrs

This was our thirteenth time staying at Hawkweed. Obviously one of our favorite places.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

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

Beautiful view - comfortable cottage!

The view was all promised! The back deck was perfect to relax, read, eat! The cottage was spotless - comfortable beds, clean updated bath and simple but very useable kitchen. Very convenient to Rockland, Camden and McLoon’s Lobster. Very responsive hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and as advertised. Quiet area, beautiful. Small and cozy but we needed nothing more. It was pet friendly for our small dog. Water was hot, good grab bars in the bathtub. Beds comfortable. Can only imagine how lovely it might be in summer on the river. Def need a car. Used the Keag Store closeby more than once. Scenic restaurants a short drive, Rockland and Camden nearby. We did need to go into Rockland for a laundromat once, but it fit into our schedule easily. Gas grill worked well. Would book again if we return. Scenic bliss.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

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

Beautiful view

The cottage has a wonderful view and we appreciated all the little things like having dish and hand soap when we got there. The bedding and towels were all clean and new looking. We enjoyed exploring the area and coming back to relax on the deck listening to the birds and watching the boats. This was a perfect cottage for our family with lots to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill h.

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

Rusticly charming.

Quaint little cottage on a quiet lane perfect for daily walks. A secluded location only 15 minutes to Rockland. Very clean and well equipped with everything you need for your stay. Would definitely stay again. Loved visiting with the owner when he stopped by. Thank you for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue& LISA S.

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Girls get away 2025

From the moment we pulled in to the moment we pulled out ,it was beautiful nice and quiet and peaceful Our 2 australian shepherds loved it and didnt want to leave, we walked every morning, we went to Rockland, Rockport and Camden for shopping, if only mother nature gave us more sun, weather was a bit raining on our stay but we made the best of it This cottage was perfect for us the golden girls , peaceful and quiet had everything we needed and more . We would stay here again in a heartbeat Stickles Davis Finn& Fiona
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

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

Great Maine Cottage

Hawkweed Cottage is the perfect place for a September vacation. The view from the deck is beautiful! We slept in the “Maine Room” so we fell asleep looking at the stars and moon reflecting in the water, and awoke to pink and lavender skies each morning. The trees were just starting to change colors so I bet late September will be beautiful! We have already booked our return for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

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

Hawkweed Cottage

Super nice house. Very clean, has all that I needed. The setting was postcard perfect. I loved waking to the beautiful scene just outside of my window. So peaceful and quiet. Just a short drive to everything. The owners were great. Friendly and available. I can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

The Best

Hawkweed is perfect for a quiet get-away. The cottage is immaculate and the landscaping beautiful! We explored the area----its history, ocean scenery ect. Elaine and Rolland are most attentive owners. We will see them next year !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty F.

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Wonderful experience!

Hawkweed was the perfect place for us! It was clean and quiet and so very relaxing! There was a magical feeling there for us. It was fun to watch the lobster boats coming and going and watch the tides go from high to low! We met Rolland and he was a charming host and we had a most enjoyable visit! I would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a restful, relaxing vacation! We found excellent lobster meals in the area as well! It was a vacation we will always remember fondly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

The Hawkweed is a special place

My husband an I have stayed at the Hawkweed for two years in a row, we love it! The owners are nice and easy to deal with. The cottage is just the right size for a summer getaway, it is simple and clean - not overly filled with unnecessary things. The location is great, with a nice State Park (great place to swim) and just a down the road, and Rockland is very close. The yard and porch are great for morning coffee or reading a book in the sun with a beautiful view. Bring your kayaks - you can go right from the back yard and explore the cove. It is a special little place!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

A True Maine Experience

Beautiful location. Cottage simple but comfortable. Well supplied with everything you could possibly need. No air conditioning but didn’t need. They have 2 fans available and if you open the windows it would circulate that wonderful sea air. It is very convenient to all the stores or restaurants. Extremely quiet and peaceful. Just what you need on vacation from your busy life. Hope to return some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Elaine Hall

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I am a real estate agent and own investment properties. The cottage is intended to be a retirement refuge. In the mean time it is great fun to share with many guests who love it as we do.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is the perfect hide-away. Quiet and beautiful, a real escape. Excitement and entertainment are within a short drive. We are pet friendly and it is a safe and exciting place for good dogs to play. We have also entertained cats!

What makes this property unique

I get many requests for early to mid June. Because of the weather and the secluded location we are unable to open until mid to late June. We do however have a lovely fall and rent until the first week in October.

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