Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill

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The deck has a table, chairs for 8 and a grill
Room
The dining room has a table for 6 and a workspace
Living has two chairs, a couch and bookcase
The kitchen is basic, no dishwasher, but most everything you need.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Blue Hill, ME
  • Place, The Blue Hill Wine Shop
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Hill Bay Gallery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Hill Books
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Blue Hill

Located in Blue Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area. Jonathan Fisher House and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Blue Hill Books and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters. Grand Theatre and Downeast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Blue Hill, ME

What's nearby

  • The Blue Hill Wine Shop - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Blue Hill Public Library - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Blue Hill Books - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Jonathan Fisher House - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blaze Brewing Blue Hill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pugnuts Ice Cream Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Market II - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Hill Co-op - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Perry's Lobster Shack - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of The Blue Hill Wine Shop, Holt House and Blue Hill Public Library. Blue Hill Bay Gallery and Blue Hill Books are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Blue Hill

A classic Maine property in a scenic location. Perfect for enjoying views of the bay and then making a day trip over to Acadia National Park!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Downeast Vacation

We came to Maine to this great property to this great property Everything was as described - beautiful views of the water out the back of the property Great local restaurants in Surry and Ellsworth Close enough to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor for Day trips and far enough away to escape the tourist traffic
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described. Great to be right near the water. We enjoyed using the fire pit to roast marshmallows.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beauty and Quiet

This was our second stay at this wonderful place. Access to Acadia and to other beauty on the coast is great. The view of the cove is private and peaceful; the kayaks are an extra bonus. Caryl and Stephen are kind and responsive hosts. It is very likely that we will return a third time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Shoreside Getaway

We had a nice, relaxing stay at the cottage by the bay. The house was well-equipped with wi-fi, TV, all the kitchen items we wanted, a gas grill and deck. Across the yard is a beautiful view of the water and boats. Caryl and Stephen were responsive to all our questions and requests, and they provided us with kayaks and life jackets for several outings on the bay. I saw a group of seals one day, and one curious fellow lingered to watch me paddle after the others dispersed. Although you're practically in the country in East Blue Hill, the house is well situated as a home base for day trips to Acadia and nearby towns like Ellsworth or Rockland. It is just a short drive from a nature preserve (Peter's Brook and Penny's Nature Preserve Trail System) and Blue Hill, where you can get groceries, visit shops (recommend Blue Hill Books) and dine at a variety of restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

You are close to so many things!

Caryl and her husband were a delight, as was the property itself. It is an old farmhouse, but has everything you need for an enjoyable week. It is close to the center of Blue Hills (8min), Ellsworth (20), and Bar Harbor (50). It was probably the most active vacation to Maine we've had yet; there are so many things nearby. The dogs had a blast. It was fun to walk around and explore the entire area. It is beautiful. For future visitors.....Restaurant wise-- we recommend:Josie's-- a nearby convenience store with GREAT food. Arborvine-- a very nice fine dining experience if you don't mind making a reservation and spending some money. Fogtown-- great brewery and pizza. I really liked their ciders. Hills Market and Cafe-- phenomenal people and brunch.Pugnuts-- the best gelato (seriously, it was the best gelato we've ever had).Perry's Lobster-- THE BEST clam chowder (better than my mother's lol), but he rest was mediocre. Serendip-- very, very good southern Asian.Island Takeout-- the best fish and chips I could find. The Maine Lobster Lady-- the best lobster roll of all the ones we tried. ALSO, the best homemade jams we have ever tried. Newberry neck beach was the best beach we went to. Parking is limited. And water shoes are recommended. Cadillac mountain was our favorite stop, but please note you now need a reservation. We definitely recommend bug spray, and Repel Clothing & Insect Spray be cause, like most of Maine, there are a lot of mosquitos and ticks.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beyond Expectation

This place is very clean and the owners offered a lot of supplies much more than our expectation, which made us doubt if we live in a friend's house or a rental place. The ownders' generosity made us feel at home. The location is great too. It is in a small bay area and could get on the boat right before the house. Very conenient. We borrowed owners' kayak and padding boat. We had great time and want to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet house in a great location

Cove Cottage is a very sweet, very light small house facing the harbor in East Blue Hill. The kitchen is extremely well supplied, the dining area is bright and attractive, the sitting room is cozy but comfortable. Heat comes up quickly from the baseboards downstairs. Upstairs, there is heat in the bathroom but not the bedrooms. Fine if you like sleeping in a cooler room. The futon bed is a little lumpy (perhaps it should be turned more often); my friends found the bed in the 2nd bedroom to be quite comfortable. Better lighting in the house would help (there are too few light fixtures and not all are well placed). There. could be more comprehensive info about recycling. Small issues! The hosts are friendly & helpful. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The house is rustic but very clean and has everything you could need. Do note the bathroom is upstairs, which is convenient for the bedrooms but not for when you’re downstairs. Beautiful hike in Blue Hill Mountain. A bit far from Acadia but manageable. Kitchen is incredibly well stocked with utensils and appliances.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Loved the ocean and neighborhood, responsive landlords
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place! Amazing stay!!

We absolutely loved our stay and have fallen in love with the Blue Hill peninsula! I can't believe our luck in choosing this amazing place. The house was more than comfortable, evoking all that I imagined a waterside Maine cottage to be. Waking up with the cool sea breezes and sun streaming in the windows was pure joy! Enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine was so relaxing whether sitting on the deck listening to the birds, by the bay looking across to Acadia, or in the light filled living room in a comfy chair. My family loved having access to the kayaks and paddle board and spent hours in the water swimming, kayaking, and exploring the shore while I was able to enjoy a good book (picked up at the amazing Blue Hill Bookshop!). The community of Blue Hill and all the surrounding towns on the Blue Hill peninsula were filled with charming shops and galleries as well as wonderful restaurants. We spent most of our week exploring the peninsula. When we did leave to visit Acadia, the Farnsworth Museum in Rockland, and the Penobscot Narrows Observatory and Fort Knox (all worth a visit and close by) we were so happy to return to the peace of Blue Hill. Our hosts were so kind and helpful, ready to provide information and recommendations. Our stay was everything we hoped for and more. The perfect Maine experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We'll be back!

It was a very comfortable, quiet, and simple place to relax. Beauty abounds!! We found everything we needed, including kayaks to enjoy the cove. The eagles, herens, and cormorants were inspiring. We were amazed to watch the tides rise and fall as we enjoyed the sunrises and sunsets on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful Stay

We had a delightful stay at the home. Caryl is a very good hostess and the home was fully equipped, comfy and included special touches. The location is superb! We enjoyed sitting by the water's edge with a glass of wine and the fire pit. I will come again. janice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice stay!

My wife and I wanted a nice clean home for a few days, and we were quite pleased with the accommodations in East Blue Hill. We had everything we needed. Stephen and Caryl were very nice people, and made our stay a very pleasant one.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

My husband and I went up to hike in/around Acadia for a few days. This was a lovely spot to stay! Caryl and her husband were so kind and welcoming, giving us plenty of tips on where to go and what to see, included us in their evenings if we felt up to it, and answering all of our questions. The one thing that could’ve improved our stay would be cable/streaming services like a Roku, to watch a movie at night- but far from a dealbreaker. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
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