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Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch

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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen in the background with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a lamp.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, and two windows.
A covered outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A white building with a red roof, surrounded by a field with various plants and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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St. George, ME
  • Place, Tenants Harbor Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Marshall Point Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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1 King Bed

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1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Toilet · Shower only

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Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch

Unmatched seclusion and coastal bliss are what you will find as soon as you arrive here at Seaside Cottage, a perfect escape for you and your loved ones to get a taste of Maine like never before. With uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean, beach access mere steps away, and an abundance of island activities within a short drive of home base, you will have no trouble filling each day with memorable activities. Not to mention, you can start and end each day with a morning cup of coffee or evening cocktail in the furnished, screened porch!

When you find a bit of downtime to spend inside, everyone will fall in love with the open layout of this escape featuring plenty of room for the whole family to spread out. The living area has ample seating and a flatscreen TV with streaming capabilities to make catching a ballgame or indulging in a movie night a breeze. When everyone works up an appetite, the full kitchen has everything needed to prepare your favorite recipes without leaving the comfort of home.

With everything needed to feel right at home here on the quiet Maine coast, there is no better place to take a breather than Seaside Cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children allowed

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5248218vb
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
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

Tenants Harbor

Located in Tenants Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. General Henry Knox Museum and Owls Head Transportation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Marshall Point Lighthouse and Strand Theater. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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St. George, ME

What's nearby

  • Tenants Harbor Marina - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Marshall Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • St. George River - 25 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 28 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 28 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Causeway Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪squid ink coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Port Clyde General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Quarry Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Black Harpoon - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seaside Cottage - Tranquil getaway on the coast with beach access, ocean views, & screened porch located?

This Tenants Harbor holiday home is on the beach, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Tenants Harbor Marina, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Marshall Point Lighthouse and General Henry Knox Museum. St. George River and Birch Point Beach State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location! Clean cool and beautiful views. Will definitely book here again in future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is more spacious than expected, but there is a mold or mildew problem which is a very strong odor when any closet is opened. Also, the access code did not work initially and we had to work on that, but the response was very quick and helpful over the phone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location couldn’t be better. Quiet and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful location. House was wonderful. Only issue is that the porch does not appear to be cleaned as often as the rest of the house and one of the screens in the porch is torn, which allows bugs to get in.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and the house overall. We apologize that the porch did not meet your expectations in terms of cleanliness and that the torn screen allowed bugs to enter. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention, and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our local team so they can address them promptly. Your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future for an even better experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nature viewing

Beautiful private area with beach. Wonderful spot
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quick stay with amazing views

Great views from front and back of property. The deck was perfect for early morning coffee and late afternoon beverages!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great beach access

We felt like we struck gold with the private beach. This area was so quiet and peaceful. We loved walking the beach, playing in the sand and looking for sea glass and fun rocks. The house is comfortable and clean and the stocked with all the needed amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed the screened in porch. We are already looking to book this property again next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2025
Hi Kelley, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our home. We appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider in the future. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

I stayed here almost a year ago

I can't remember, and I don't understand why I just got a review when I stayed here almost a year ago.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Breathtaking views!

Quiet and peaceful retreat. Be sure to arrive before dark or you’ll have trouble finding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice house in a special place

I chose this house because it offers proximity to a place I often visited as a child years ago. The lovely beach across the street is now privately owned and access is prohibited. However, this rental house offers access to another beach, which is a short walk behind the house. The beach is rocky & unmaintained, suitable only for walking, and has a set of wooden stairs down to it. The house itself is comfortable and clean; the screened porch is the nicest feature (please fix the screens though). We would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ignore the negative reviews!

Having owned overnight rental property, I know how inappropriate guest feedback can be at times. We LOVED our stay at Seaside Cottage! The location is private and quiet with magnificent ocean views. We had everything we needed as the home is well-stocked with basics, and there’s a cute general store about 5 min away for other needs. We did not notice any musty smell except very slightly in the garage. The water is fine- no clue what people expect from coastal water. The 1/2 bath in the laundry room was great. A LOT of thought was made to details in this cottage and we will be back for sure, if for no reason other than the porch! Don’t miss McLoons, Happy Clam and Causeway- all great and not a bad drive. My only suggestions are to clean up driftwood a bit at beach access and better curtains for night time privacy. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Julie, thank you for providing your feedback, as we use your comments as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely location with beach access

My husband and I stayed in this rental for a few days recently. We were looking for a peaceful property right on the water, “away from it all”. This property was perfectly adequate in most ways - the view is lovely, the beach access (for combing, NOT swimming - lots of weeds, kind of stinky) was enjoyable, the screened porch is a good touch. But there were a few things that could use improvement. The toilet in the main bathroom is not exactly connected to the floor, multiple sections of screen around the porch were torn so lots of bugs got in, and the cleanliness left quite a bit to be desired. The bath towels smelled clean but had multiple questionable stains, almost every wall had spots/stains/crud/scuffs, there were spider webs in the bathtub & around the kitchen sink & in most corners, the kitchen island was in serious need of attention (water damage?) and the entire house smelled mildewy and damp. Despite the cleaning concerns, we enjoyed our time and visiting the cute towns in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you, Hannah, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We’re sorry to hear that the home was in this condition upon your arrival - please know that this is not the regular standard for our properties. We have implemented a Premium Clean program so we can continue to strive to provide our guests with fulfilling experiences; We apologize for any missteps, as it is never our intention to disappoint. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Just the Basics

Want to be fair in this review: House was in a good alcove (private drive) and the view down the ocean path was great. Neighbors friendly and surrounding villages - everyone was nice, friendly and helpful. The house itself was minimally equipped (which if you are from out of state can be a little difficult) so no extra blankets, towels, pillows or even bug spray. Property instructions were pretty abrupt. On the upside, the screened in porch is a great touch and really nice in the early morning and evenings. Property hasn’t really been maintained very well and at night the septic became a bit overwhelming forcing us to close doors & windows :-(. Our overall feeling about this property besides the scarcity of hospitality was its placed there simply to make money for the owner. Outside at the ocean bank - the view is beautiful and peaceful - but be prepared to see quite a bit of debris collected on the banks that no one has bothered to remove (even the previous seasons temporary stairs). Be extra careful descending the stairs and all the debris to actually reach the waters edge. It’ll do if you need a place to rest your head. Outside of that, no much in amenities or warmth….
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
We appreciate you staying with us, Diane, and apologize you weren't happier with Seaside Cottage. The homeowner is currently working on fixing up the house. Thanks!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Don't publish this online

A new house with some old parts? We got in the house just fine with the key, but then we couldn't get the front door shut. It needed a body slam to close it. So we had to walk around back to use the slider to get in and out-- which didn't have a key. The shower head only worked on one setting, indicating it was used andclogged. And the kitchen cabinets had staining on them at the bottom as though they had gotten wet in a previous life. It was pretty obvious up against the brand new floor. It seemed like we might have been the first renters as we had a hard time trying to get the pull out couch to open-- then we discovered it was still strapped with plastic ties that needed to be cut off with a knife. And the mattress was still in a plastic bag. Our third person opted to just sleep on the cushions. It was disappointng to have the wifi down (even with a credit) because we were there on a work weekend. There should be a notebook of information-- wifi password, expectations, how to get the lamps synced with the switches? This place has a wonderful location and will get there. . . but there is work to be done. We liked the water color paintings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Thank you for staying with us, Margaret. We apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay. Our local staff is always available to assist you with any issues if we are notified. We appreciate your feedback as a means to continually improve our homes, as well as our guest's comfort and satisfaction. We hope to have another opportunity to host you in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Secluded and quiet, ocean view retreat

Gorgeous ocean view, secluded and peaceful location. Screened in porch on back of house is the best feature of this house. Surrounded by fields of wildflowers and butterflies with a mowed path to the water. A great place for creating art. The house is plain, but well equipped. We had everything we needed, with exception of a functioning television, and no air conditioning (even though original VRBO listing showed both TV and AC). Pleased that our AT&T phones and WiFi worked though - especially after reading previous reviews. We appreciated convenience of nearby Port Clyde (coffee shop, general store, Puffin boat tour, art gallery) Would be nice to have some printed guides/recommendations/things to do, etc. in the house too. A few negatives (all are fixable): Beach access is blocked by piled up driftwood at the base of wooden stairs. Could not get to water’s edge at all! All exterior doors (and slider screen door) have issues (swollen shut, rusted, locks don’t work, broken hooks, etc.). We could only use one door - next to the garage. House appeared clean upon arrival, but we found many dead bugs (and some ALIVE) in kitchen, laundry room, garage, and in light fixtures. Mosquitos rule here in the evening! A person came mid-week to mow the grass. All our windows were open (with screens in place), yet everything inside the house was covered with a fine dirt and dust - kind of a mess.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

If you like privacy you'll find it here.

Stayed here for a week in late June and for the most part we were pleased with our choice. The house is very comfortable with roomy kitchen, a nice screened patio and a king mattress set in one of the two bedrooms. Can't say there was anything charming about the place in an area full of charming homes but we were ok with that as the pictures showed us what to expect. The location is probably the biggest selling point as it was somewhat remote, very quiet and situated close to the water. The beach itself is only good for walking at lower tide as it is very rocky but certainly a peaceful place to enjoy the water. That being said, across the road and probably only 500' feet away on the other side of the peninsula the beach was deeper and less rocky so nice very for walking. Anyone staying here should be aware that there are basically no dining options closer than about 25 minute drive to Rockland or a few miles farther in Camden. Plenty of choices in those towns. There is a little market that has all the essentials and you can order pizza from about 5-7 minutes away. The one issue we had with the place (and this is probably just showing our age) was the television access. The listing shows TV as and amenity but the TV is actually just a monitor that you are expected to connect your device to so you can stream your shows. This proved to be basically impossible as the internet was rarely strong enough or consistent enough to watch anything uninterrupted for much more than 5 minutes at a time. While we didn't make the trip to watch TV, it would have been a nice option to have on the couple rainy days we had. I think to be fair, the listing should be changed from advertising a TV, (which a guy like me thinks will be something already connected to access to watching programming) to advertising a monitor you can connect to without a good internet connection. The TV issue was hardly a deal breaker, as I said, it wasn't a high priority for us. The biggest appeal was the quiet, peaceful setting by the water. We left Indiana in the middle of a hot, humid stretch so the cool weather (mid-60's and mostly sunny) was a welcome change too. We'll visited Maine before, enjoyed our stay this time and will surely come back again. Not one to book the same place twice but will likely use Vacasa again as all of our previous experiences have been positive.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Very private location, a little smelly

The location was very private, which is just what we wanted. We saw tons of cool wildlife including a coyote, a bobcat, and lots of sea birds. The house is OK, but there were a few things that made our trip less than perfect. The house smelled strongly of mold and was very damp. We would often try to sit on the patio, but there was a very strong sulfur smell that would drive us back inside. We tried to locate the source, but could not figure it out. It wasn't the tide because the odor was there at high tide and low tide. Our best guess is some sort of septic issue. The drinking water at the house also smelled and tasted strongly of sulfur and iron, so we didn't drink it. We bought 10 gallons of water to use. The other issues that we had are fixable, and I hope that Vacasa takes this complaint seriously. I booked this place in particular because it was remote and had a wireless router and streaming capability - indicating wifi. However, when we arrived, we discovered that there is no router and there is no wifi. We wanted to get some work done in a quiet, remote location, but it was almost impossible. I sent Vacasa an email asking for help, but they do not respond (I will never book with Vacasa again). There are very few curtains in the house (2 half curtains). This leaves little privacy in the main bedroom and living room, and also doesn't allow you to sleep past sunrise. The biggest issue related to this is that on our second to last day we walked back to the house after a short stroll down the street to find two strange men looking into our windows. We approached them and they said that they work for Vacasa and that they were hoping to empty the garbages. They apologized for intruding and left. I do believe that they work for Vacasa, since they told us that they tried to call their boss and they didn't respond (that seems to be the company's way of doing business). I wish I could say better things about this property, but I would probably avoid it if you can, find a place that is a better value somewhere near a restaurant and somewhere that has the services described on the website.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
We're sorry to read about your experience, Matthew, and wish you had called local staff about your concerns. A new water filtration system was just installed, so it's disappointing to read about the smell and taste. Maintenance is inspecting this as well as the internet. New, full-length curtains are being purchased. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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