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Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home

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View of whole dock at Tamarack Cottage
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Front deck looking at harbor
Boat House attached to cottage

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Friendship, ME
  • Place, St. George River
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Damariscotta Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home

A recently constructed summer home which is perfectly situated on the harbor in Friendship in Musgongus Bay in Mid-coast Maine. From the front deck one enjoys the activities of a busy lobster fishing harbor. The property affords privacy and the convenience of a deep water dock and float for boating and swimming. This house is located at the end of a dirt road which faces the quiet end of Friendship Harbor.
The house has three bedrooms and sleeps 8 in two queenbeded rooms and one room with bunk beds and two twin beds. There are two full bathrooms, one upstairs and one with the master bedroom on the first floor. The ground floor has an open design with the kitchen flowing into the living and dining areas. The living area features a wood burning stove. There is a large attached boat shed with a ping pong table and room for various activities. The house has TV plus WiFi. The kitchen is well equipped with a gas stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, blender and all the necessary utensils. There are a washer and dryer and all linens are provided - including beach towels.
There is a broad deck overlooking the harbor and private dock. A charcoal grill is provided. There is a put in for small boats and kayaks next to this property.
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties and weddings

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 459469vb
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Friendship

Located in Friendship, this cottage is on the waterfront. General Henry Knox Museum and Marshall Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maine State Prison Store and Penobscot Marine Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Friendship, ME

What's nearby

  • St. George River - 23 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Maine State Prison Store - 25 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Damariscotta Lake - 29 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 32 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 36 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wallaces Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jameson Point Lobster Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Black Harpoon - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪squid ink coffee - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Al’s - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from St. George River and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Maine State Prison Store. Damariscotta Lake and General Henry Knox Museum are also within 16 miles (25 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. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Z.

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

Beautiful Maine coast location

Lovely place on the water just north of Friendship lobster dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james s.

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

Wonderful location on the water

This is our second visit to this wonderful place. The house is very comfortable and well supplied with anything you need for a great visit. The views are spectacular!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

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

Magic in Maine

Foggy week, but it is an ideal house for a Maine coast vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

Another Great time in Friendship

Wondeful stay again. This is our 3rd. Great location. Nice views of the harbor and walking distance to Wallace’s and Jameson’s Thanks again Sam
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rick r.

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

A place to cherish

Great floor plan; very simple and straight forward with beautiful views of an active working harbor. Cooked lobster from the local wharf most nights. Used wood stove on cooler evenings. Central mid coast location provides easy access to Camden, Rockland, Port Clyde, booth bay and island ferries w/o the congestion. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

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

Great location and communication

We very much enjoyed our stay in Friendship! The listing was spot on - right on the water, very clean, fun boathouse space with ping pong that the kids loved. Due to recent storms, they were in the middle of repairing the shoreline but Sam was proactive in letting us know they would not be finished by the time we arrived. He did have them stop working during our stay which was much appreciated! We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry Z.

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

The way life should be.

Our third year at this location. The perfect spot to relax and enjoy family and friends. We love it here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena D.

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

Amazing summer retreat in Maine

We loved this property! The views are stunning and the location makes it ideal for adventures across Maine. We went as a family with our two boys ages 14 and 11 and it was the right house for all ages. We were even able to do a day trip to Acadia from here though it made for a long day. House is well stocked. The kids really enjoyed the ping pong table and we all loved the pier and comfortable back porch and backyard. You can't go wrong staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Lovely Cottage on the Ocean

Our time spent at Tamarack Cottage was pretty perfect! The cottage clearly had a lot of thought put into it when it was built and we appreciated all the little details. It was spacious, clean, and had everything you could possibly need to make your stay enjoyable. The yard was perfect for playing games on or just relaxing with a book. The deep water dock was great to swim and fish off of (we even snagged a striped bass from the dock one evening). We rented kayaks one day from the Bird’s Nest B & B and they were wonderful as well. We also enjoyed walking to Wallace’s and got there pizza one night which was delicious. The co-op was a short distance beyond us and we got lobsters one afternoon for a treat. The attached boat shed was a fun addition and we played a lot of ping pong. We would highly recommend this special property and look forward to returning next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

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

Beautiful property!

We had a great time and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Very pleased with the place

Beautiful, spacious place where friends also renting in the area were able to gather for a couple of dinners. Very well appointed. Very quiet spot at the end of the road. Definitely hope by to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james s.

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

Spectacular View with magic sunsets!

It was a wonderful way to spend a week with our family. The kitchen was well stocked with anything you might need to cook family meals. Plenty of seating at the table and in the living area. Everything the great! Only suggestion would be over head fan in living room ,dining room and downstairs bedroom as it gets warm on nice sunny days that we we’re lucky to have during our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerry Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

It's a Friendship!

Our second rental here was wonderful thanks to suggested upgrades and the stunning location as well as good friends and family visits. Only one comment as it relates to VRBO. The website said check in was at 1:00 PM, but the cleaning lady was under the impression that 4:00 PM was arrival time. (We arrived at around 2:30 PM) . This disconnect needs to be corrected.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great peaceful location

We loved our stay in Friendship. The local grocery/deli was a nice resource. We frequented the lobster coop for our nightly soft shell lobsters. Friendship is a quaint little town but centrally located just short drives to other destinations. Arcadia is @2 hours. We awoke each morning listening to the hymn of the lobster boats!! Well stocked and extremely clean!!! We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

Wonderful setting in an idyllic lobster fishing working harbor

House is clean and comfortable with all the cooking utensils and gear available. Beds were very comfortable and having the wood stove was great for cool nights
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth F.

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

Family Vacation

What a wonderful property. A great place to get away from it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Great Hideaway

We were a group of 4 friends at this beautiful and spacious sunlit property. The pictures online don't adequately show how lovely this place is. We oohed and aahed upon entry of the house. The view of the water is gorgeous and the activity in the harbor was always interesting, especially at morning and dusk. We enjoyed the freshest lobsters purchased right from the co-op docks, and devoured the delicious Italian hoagies and sweets at the general store! We were a short distance from our chosen hiking spots in Camden and Bristol. Unfortunately, the boat and kayak that are listed are actually not available for use, so we did a half-day guided tour on Muscongus Bay, instead. The owner is not intrusive and responsive, while the caretaker is a sweet man who maintains the property so well. This is a peaceful respite in a wonderful setting. I would gladly return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry Z.

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

Our week at 93 Tamarack Rd., Friendship, ME

We had a fabulous time in Friendship at our rental, which was in the general neighborhood of where my parents built a home in 1974 but sold in 1979 after my mother died. We know most of the people on Tamarack Road. Our grandsons (ages 7, 10, 10, 12) had a blast cannon-balling off the dock and fishing there as well! We noticed that there was no hair dryer as listed on VRBO. The first floor bed needs either a new frame or mattress to reduce the creak every time one turns over and the weather stripping of the exterior doors needs attention so the doors can close without difficulty. We shared these observations with the property manager. We hope to return next year during the same week in August.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess K.

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

Beautiful house with wonderful views.

We had a wonderful stay with just our family of four. Plenty of room, extremely clean, comfortable and charming. Lots of space to relax, read, sketch, paint and watch the boats and sunsets. Close to Owl’s Head and Rockland, Farnsworth museum. Also easy day trip to Reid State Park. Easy walk to the general store and Jameson’s for lobster, fish. Kitchen is well stocked with all the utensils you need for grilling, making clam chowder or steaming lobster. Ping-pong table was a hit, as was the double-rainbow that appeared over the harbor after a summer rainstorm. Would definitely stay here again. It’s pretty magical!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

Great Place for Relaxation

Our family had a great time relaxing and watching the lobster boats in working harbor. House is well equipped and very clean in a great location. People in Friendship certainly lived up to the name. Would definitely return for another trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

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

Amazing

We had an amazing time, the house and location was beautiful. We hope to go back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Hidden gem

This property is a great mix of a rustic Maine cabin with all of the modern amenities. The view of working lobsterman in the bay won’t soon be forgotten. The town of Friendship is a quiet and quaint seaport town just what we were looking for. The house is beautiful and the location is outstanding.
Verified

8/10 Good

elaine R.

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

Lively working harbor in Friendship Maine

The home is perfect for a quiet getaway. It’s also good for families because of the boathouse with ping pong table and good size yard. We enjoyed the dock and back porch for relaxing. The fireworks in the harbor were fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Beautiful quiet Maine fishing village, house on point with views of water in many directions. House

First time to Maine , love to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Quiet Cottage!! The perfect Maine getaway!!

My family thoroughly enjoyed this rental cottage on the water. It is centrally located to many coastal towns for sightseeing. We ventured down to Booth Bay and all the way up to Camden. It is close to the Owls Head Museum (a must see) and you can take the boat out to Monhegan Island for the day from Port Clyde. After each busy day, it was great to come home to the peace and quiet of Tamarack cottage. If you need some groceries....or a good pizza, the general store is only 5 minutes from the cottage. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. A perfect vacation!!

About the host

Hosted by Sam Clapp

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We are a long married semi-retired couple who have always enjoyed boating here in MA and also in Maine where Nat spent his childhood summers sailing. We have two married sons with children who enjoy the water as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Having spent our early summers in mid coast Maine, it had always been our dream to own a home in Maine. We spent several years looking for the perfect house in Maine but in 1995 when we saw this piece of property on the harbor in Friendship we knew this was our dream location. Over the next 2 years we built the main house and as our children got married and had their own children we realized we needed more space so we could all enjoy this area at the same time. Last year was the first summer we enjoyed the recently constructed cottage not far from the main house

What makes this property unique

Friendship is a quiet town where many of the residents are involved in fishing and lobstering. It is enjoyable to observe the activities of the fishing fleet in the harbor. However, the privacy of our cottage also afford one the pleasure of watching seals,eagles and osprey from the deck.
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