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Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach

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The Captains House- 300 ft oceanfront- 2 full baths- 6 BR-outdoor shower- 5 ac.
Beach
Outdoor dining
Exterior
well equipped kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Starboard, ME
  • Place, Jasper Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bad Little Falls Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Roque Bluffs State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom- captains- 2nd fl.

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Corner bedroom 2nd floor

1 Double Bed

First Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Middle Bedroom 2nd fl.

1 Double Bed

Oceanfront bedroom #1 2nd fl.

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Oceanfront bedroom #2 2nd fl.

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach

Our Sea Captains House with beautiful large new oceanfront deck, expansive windows and open floorplan provides panorama views of the ocean- new photos posted. Lg. bedrooms and baths.
We are located at the end of the peninsula,12 miles from Machias. The most beautiful 300ft. of oceanfront await you each morning with breathtaking views of the sunrise.
Enjoy your own private pebble beach. Watch the lobstermen's boat pulling pots. See seals playing in the surf and maybe an eagle soaring overhead.. Our 6 Bedroom home has hardwood floors , TV, large well equipt eat- in kitchen with gas stove, hardwood floor with island.
Yankee Magazine nov/dec 2018 “The Tinkerer of Dickinson’s Reach” about Bill Coperthwaite is located about 2 miles from the house- great 1+ mile hike in to Yurts- open to public.

Bar Harbor and Arcadia are 1 1/2 hrs south. Campabello Canada is 60 miles north.

Explore the peninsulas in the Downeast area, visit Lubec and the lighthouse. Walk the Bold Coast Trail in Cutler.
Attend a church supper or pancake breakfast. Buy lobsters at Bucksharbor lobster pens nearby.

There are 2 full bathroom , one on each floor. They are large and updated. The upstairs bath has tub only, no shower.
Use our new outdoor shower- hot and cold water!

We have a downstairs bedroom with a full bed . We have a large room upstairs with a king bed and single bed.
Upstairs we also have 2 bedrooms with full size beds, one room is a pass thru for getting to bath . An additional large bedroom has two single beds and one full bed plus a sitting area with a tv- ocean views from this bedroom. An additional upstairs oceanfront bedroom has a queen bed. You can Listen to Libby Lighthouse horn in the distance.

This area of Maine is like going back to the 1950's -
Reconnect with your family and friends. Play games, live simple, enjoy nature.
There are plenty of quite areas in the house or property to be by ones self, to read, watch the sea and ponder life.
The Machias area provides cultural experiences. Theater productions take place in Machias- Lubec and Eastport.
Art galleries and music programs are available and active during the summer in DownEast Maine.

Fresh water fishing is world class in the Macias Lakes with Grand Lakes Stream only 1.5 hrs away.

The new Maine Rail Trail, located in Machias is open for biking, walking and 4 wheel bikes. This provides hundreds of miles of recreation trails.

Enjoy the Annual Machias Blueberry Festival- Third weekend in August.
Other local festivals are available throughout the Summer- Check out DownEast Maine Festivals.
Fall is beautiful and many Festivals take place in Eastport and surrounding towns.

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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

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please put sheets and towels in pillowcases and leave on floor at foot of bed. Collect all your items

Check closet and dresser for any belongings - empty wastebaskets from rooms into trash bag and put in dumpster.

Empty all from refrigerator- Clean grill and empty grease pan- $50 charge if this is not done.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Trash bags are provided and travelers must place trash in barrels with lids on in the garage- please keep garage door closed.

Please close windows if out for the day in case of rain.

All Travelers need to agree and follow the the Local Covid-19 Guidelines when vacationing in the State of Main

Important information

You need to know

Property # 119166
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Machiasport

Located in Machiasport, this holiday home is near the beach. Roque Bluffs State Park and Machias River Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Family Labyrinth and Woods Labyrinth. Scuba diving and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Starboard, ME

What's nearby

  • Jasper Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bad Little Falls Park - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Family Labyrinth - 23 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Roque Bluffs State Park - 38 min drive - 27.6 km
  • The Bold Coast - 42 min drive - 45.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪West Branch Farms - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Public House - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪La Laiterie - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Jaws III Seafood - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffee + Crisp - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach?

As of 3 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach on 10 Oct, 2026 start from S$853, 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 Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront -10 rm-6 BR-2BA - Sleeps 15 lg deck -- outdoor shower- Beach located?

This family-friendly Machiasport holiday home is located by the ocean, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Jasper Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Family Labyrinth and Woods Labyrinth. Bad Little Falls Park and Burnham Tavern Museum are also within 12 miles (20 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. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Family friendly. Owner was always responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Nice quite stay

No problems getting in and the kitchen was large enough for us to cook for 10
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2025
Plenty of room in that kitchen- a popular place and great access to our large deck for that Million dollar View of the ocean. We love all the areas of the house to spread out. Thanks for visiting- hope you enjoyed our huge beach. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a comfortable, well-equipped home with great ocean views and nice stone-beach access. It was a good place to kayak, and we enjoyed trips to view puffins, to the FDR cottage at Campobello, Great Wass, and Roque Bluffs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
So glad you enjoyed our private beach and went kayaking. Looks like you visited the many interesting places in DownEast Maine. Thank you for visiting. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

allen everett l.

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

Best place for large groups

This is the best place for large groups who want to stay together while enjoying the ocean and surrounding attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2024
I am glad your family enjoyed your stay and revisited family of the area. We have even had guest hold weddings at our home. The oceanfront and views make things special. Thank you for visiting. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house and the location! We've stayed in a nearby house for many vacations through the years but needed something bigger, and this house was perfect for us. It's quirky and filled with art, and beautiful ocean views.The upstairs layout is a little funky (one bedroom is only accessible via adjoining rooms, and one large bedroom has the back staircase in it) but it was totally fine for us. Our kids loved the visiting chickens and walking to the beach each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2025
Thanks for visiting our home - plenty of space and charm of days gone bye. We love our oceanfront beach also. Hope you visit again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
This is a wonderful house in a great location with a lot of space and terrific views. We had an issue getting in at the appointed time, and the coffee maker is in dire need of replacement, but these were minor gripes in the big scheme of things. We've stayed here a few times now and undoubtedly hope to again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Great place in Down East

Had a wonderful time in Starboard. There is an outdoor shower that was great during a cool morning/evening. Nice and quiet property with amenities close enough to keep you in vacation mode without having to go without "needs".
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thanks for staying at our beautiful oceanfront home- we love to share the 180 degree view of the ocean from our new large deck and hope you enjoyed the beachfront. Come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Location Location Location

My family and my brother-in-law and his family stayed here for a week, the location was perfect. Beach out front was great, attractions close by, grocery store not too far away. everything you could possibly need as far as cooking or bedding or anything like that was in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2021
We are so glad Jason and his family had a great vacation at our home. Having respectful and caring guests is wonderful. Sharing our ocean beauty with others is meaningful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce C.

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

Peace on the point

Property was just as advertised. A beautiful and quiet retreat where one can get lost in all the best ways. Plenty to see and do between the bay and surrounding hiking areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay- there are so many beautiful hiking trails- hope you did the Bold Coast Walk in Cutler- Spectacular along the high coastal trails. Come again- Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john r.

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

relaxing

The property is very private and picturesque. Having morning coffee or evening cocktails on the deck was the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
We love our new 400 sq ft deck also. The ocean views and sun rise are spectacular- Thanks for visiting- we would love to have you return. Paula Aschettino
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Three generation family vacation

We had a wonderful week staying at the house. The house, yard and beach was perfect for our family. The neighbors and the area are so welcoming and we enjoyed the area. There are so many things to do in the area or you can just relax. We would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Thanks Nancy for staying with us- we would love for your return- I know how peaceful and beautiful it is to sit on the deck and take in the beautiful vista of ocean and islands- The Beach is interesting with rocks of every shap and size- I have found many I believe were tools used by earlier inhabitants.. Thanks. For coming. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Serenity

The Sea Captains House was complete bliss to our family. We loved hearing the calming waves and the serene beauty of Machiasport. The house was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. We didn't want to leave and hope to be back soon for blueberry season.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Thank you- Machiasport is a lovely small DownEast town with nature at your fingertips. Our peaceful ocean village of Starboard and home is amazing and restful. Come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Rejuvenating

5 Navy Viet Nam vets and our wives had our annual reunion at the home. What a great place to have this type gathering we arrived from 4 states. All of completely enjoyed the property and visiting numerous points of interest in the region. What a beautiful place in a awesome setting one none of us will forget !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2022
Thanks for staying at our home- it was an honor to have you there. Thank all for your service ❤️ I enjoyed speaking with you- maybe come back again. Best to you, Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Wonderful spot!

We absolutely loved our stay here. If you want to avoid crowds and have a beautiful view in a quaint house then this is the place for you! The kitchen had neat old fashioned metal cabinets and was the best stocked kitchen I have ever seen. Staying in the house is like going back in time but, at the same time, the floor to ceiling windows give it a light, bright feeling.We drove over 20 hrs and it was worth it! We plan to come again in the future. Paula is a delightful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2023
We are so glad Jennifer and family enjoyed their stay. Our Oceanfront is amazing-
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

What a great spot

If you're looking for a large house on a quiet, relaxing part of the Maine coast, you'd be hard pressed to do better. The views were just fantastic. The house was large and comfortable with a good kitchen, comfortable chairs and couches (and plenty of them). Plenty of bedrooms (be aware that one bedroom is a "pass through" bedroom) with good beds (I slept like a rock). The house was spotless (no mean feat in such a large house) and communication with the owner was easy. All in all, I'm very pleased with the entire experience. Excellent vacation and this house played no small part in that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2024
It was a pleasure having you visit the Captains House- we want our guests to enjoy this beautiful Oceanfront location. You feel like the 1950’s - traffic light yet many beautiful sea side towns are nearby to visit- This is a special part of Maine and we love to share the experience. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Zen Perfection

The house is better than described. Nothing is llacking, sparkling clean. This house has very typical late 19th century character and rambles, creating great spaces for quiet times. A great family place. This is our second 2 week stay for a reason - the site and house are ideal for our needs. The air, light and views are inspirational for my wife's painting. Her easel never left the propertty. I write and the words just flowed, Grandchildren retired to various nooks in the house when it rained or played on the beach or weekly mown grass. Daughter and son in law decompressed. We all left anticipating next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Thanks peter for writing the beautiful review describing the inspirational location of ocean, nature, peacefulness and great vacation home. I look forward to having you visit again. Your wife’s pairing must be beautiful and you are a wonderful writer. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Hill Family Vacation

We all traveled from Ohio (1 from Colorado) for our family vacation. Staying at this home I felt that we had stepped back in time, as it is a historical home. The scenery was amazing from both inside the home and outside the home. We had several grandchildren with us and there was plenty of room for them to play and explore. When we asked family members what they liked about our trip to Maine, the beach was at the top of the list. This home has a private beach area that we spent hours at! It is a distance from many of the local attractions but we are a family that truly enjoyed the privacy that this home provided. We enjoyed our day trips to some of the local attractions including Bar Harbor, Acadia park, and the lighthouse at Lubec. We were all very sad to see our week come to an end. If you are looking for peace and tranquility at your next vacation this is the spot for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2024
Thank you Robin for staying at our oceanfront home. This is such a special place- with so many distractions today it is like going back in time to enjoy nature and the beauty which surrounds this amazing home. The ocean vistas from the gravel beach or from the decks or from the many windows allow time to relax, unwind from busy lives. Children explore and play together.. Hope you can visit again. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

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

A Long Way from Home

Driving from Wisconsin, we traveled a good distance to get to this VRBO. Although we were a long way from home, once we arrived, it felt just like home. We loved the charm of the house and the quaintness of the area. While at the VRBO, we were able to enjoy quiet times for relaxation and beach exploring at the shore and also at nearby Jasper Beach. The Milkhouse Cafe for awesome coffee/espresso choices and The Public House for a very nice restaurant with great food are right in the area, only minutes away. The home itself was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. We had plenty of room for cooking and gathering inside or out. Two refrigerators helped immensely with a group our size. One for food, one for beverages. We found sea glass and beautiful rocks on the shoreline that lines the property. We also felt it was close enough for some fun day trips such as Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Tidal Falls Preserve, The Oceanarium and Education Center (a favorite), and Eastport. On our way to buy seafood from Chipman’s Wharf in Milbridge, we found the Wellness Park. It is a community garden designed perfectly with vegetables for those in need to pick and it also has areas filled with pollinator flowers. We found it to be fascinating. We also bought homemade pies from a woman in Cherryfield who sells them out of her home stacked in a pie box on the honor system. They were so yummy. All in all, we rate this property a 10 out of 10. Thank you Paula for your genuine hospitality!
Our last day at the VRBO
Oceanside at the VRBO
Homemade Pies near Cherryfield. Blueberry and Strawberry-Rhubarb. $25 Each. Super yummy!
Surf and Turf at The Public House. Lovely venue just minutes from the VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review stating the beauty and comfort of the Captains House and Oceanfront. This DownEast area has much to offer- solitude and peace yet access to Canada, Bar Harbor, ocean tours and just sitting on our deck watching the ocean- so beautiful. Thank you for visiting. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun P.

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

Antique Oceanfront Charm!

Plenty of room for all of us to have some alone time, although we spent most of the time relaxing on the deck taking in the beautiful panoramic views. This is a sunny spot, and the weather was perfect all week! It could use another umbrella for shade because the deck is full sun most of the day, but we sat at a picnic table on the shady side of the house to get some reprieval. Charlie delivered lobsters every other day, and at $5/lb we certainly over indulged! The house is older, and has a ton of charm, but it is in need of some much needed updates. The neighbors are very friendly, and our daily walks to the beach and across the land bridge were phenomenal! Someone shot off a great fireworks display across the way from us on our final night to cap off a wonderful week! A couple things to note for anyone considering a stay here… There is a rooster that woke us up daily around 7 am that is right next door… and he is pretty brave, coming right up to the house and onto the deck to “cockadoodledoo!”. If you are not an early riser on vacation, this can be frustrating. The house can get warm during the day without air conditioning too. Other than that, this place was great, and we enjoyed our stay at this charming, secluded old beach house. The blueberry pies at Helen’s Restaurant are not to be missed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time.

Four families totaling 13 people stayed here. We had a great time despite bad weather. The host was flexible with us having packages of food and kayak rentals delivered shortly before our arrival, which was appreciated. She responded to most inquiries within 24 hours even though she was having a family medical situation. Maids were finishing up as we arrived and the home was clean. The location is nice and remote but you can get to a lot of hikes, lobster boat tours, and bar harbor in about 1 hour as a day trip. The pictures were a pretty accurate representation. We brought a large hammock and badminton net with us and the property grounds were perfectly sized to accommodate all of it and let us spread out. Beach was a 1 minute walk and gorgeous views. There were a few minor things that have since been corrected in the listing (e.g. no fire pit) or were our own fault for not noticing (e.g. only one bathroom has a shower, the other is only a bathtub). But one thing that is worth mentioning: One of the large upstairs bedrooms with 3 beds can only be accessed by passing through a bedroom on either side of it. This caused logistical problems with our room planning (especially for families with toddlers) and made our own room with an attached stairwell a thoroughfare for older children moving from floor to floor. We would have liked to know this before we booked. But it all worked out and we made great memories for a reasonable price. Thanks to Paula for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Did you use our outdoor enclosed shower? It is great in the summer. I decided after reading about the pass thru bedroom , next year this room will be a sitting / tv room with a sleep sofa. That way there is a comfortable area if one wishes to stay up later and if a bed is needed it can be decided by the guest. An added 3/4 bath hopefully will be added on the 2nd floor also. Thanks for coming , Paula Aschettino
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Beautiful, relaxing family vacation

My family which included 6 children (10 months - 10 yrs) four parents and two grandparents came to this beautiful home for our first family vacation since COVID. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay from enjoying morning coffees on the balcony listening to the waves to suppers enjoying the sunsets. The kids liked watching the fog roll in and out. The kids loved meeting the neighbors who have a farm. They had great fun adopting the goats and petting the turkeys. We loved the rocky and sandy beaches. The house had more than enough room and lots of room outside for running around and playing. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. We put some extra curtains up over the blinds in hopes that the kids would sleep in a little later, which did help. Thank you Paula for a wonderful family holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

A great spot with awesome ocean views! A lovely beach. The deck is amazing and offers relaxing spot

We had a wonderful family gathering at this lovely old Captains house. The views were truly wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Perfect

We live on the coast of southern Maine and escape the crowds every year, and head downeast. This property is perfect, big enough to absorb 4 adults, 3 children of a multi generational family, quiet, peaceful, very clean, well furnished as a proper summer escape should be. The house is late 19th century quirky in all the best ways. There is not a single iffy or negative comment about this place that we can make. Bravo to Paula the host! We shall return next year for a couple of weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Well worth the drive

My 8 year old described our vacation as “8 days in paradise!” Starboard Maine is heavenly, peaceful, beautiful coast. We felt spoiled to wake up to the ocean every single day. The private beach was perfect and there are many other places to explore. Paula was just lovely and so helpful. Make sure to visit the farm next door! Carmine and his family will make you wish you lived there! We loved lobsters and clams from the local fishermen and baked goods from local farm stands. We didn’t want to leave. More than enough room and absolutely everything you need to cook at home everyday if you wish. We celebrated my parents 60th birthday all week and hope to Come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Nice Ocean-front House with a History

My family and I spent a very nice, relaxing, comfortable week at the property. The location is beautiful and remote and private. The house is old and spacious with a lots of character. We had seven adults and two infants here for a week long stay. While the house may not have finest, newest decor, it has an a lot of historical charm. Wifi and Internet connectivity was so-so, but about what you'd expect in a remote location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Paula Aschettino

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We purchased this beautiful home in Maine after seeing the views and loving older new England style homes. Capt. Proctor, the former owner, was a Navy man and merchant marine and owned this home for many years with his wife Daisy. Capt. Proctor was well known in the area and many of his belongings and writings are located in the Gates House on Rt 92 Machiasport. We have 5 acres of land and 300 ft of oceanfront.
I, Paula, grew up in Wayland MA and have always enjoyed oceanfront property with our family owning a home in Eastham MA on Cape Cod Bay. Some of my relatives came from Etna Maine and being a Marston, I feel there is a connection to this area.
In our back yard at the Capt. House is a grave of a 10 yr. old girl, Emma Ida Kinghorn, who passed from this life in the 1800's.
We deeply care for the wonderful people an this peninsula and the past inhabitants.
Michael is from Rochester NY, a sales engineer and now retired. He has a great love of the sea and interest in sailing and building small boats.
I am a former Registered Nurse, Real Estate Broker, and artist. We are happy to share our home with others and know they too appreciate the beauty of nature, non commercialism of this special area and respect to both animal and neighbor.

Why they chose this property

The Vista from my property of the ocean and fields is so beautiful. There is a large private stone beach with access off a narrow way which runs along my shorefront. Neighbors from the western side of the peninsula travel across this dirt way to get home. This is a rural area with homes given much privacy. Lovely people and a peaceful place.

What makes this property unique

Views unsurpassed, large beach for exploring, road paths to explore as well as my 5 acres. A beautiful older home updated with many areas to spread out.
Kitchen supplied with spices and all one needs- my dishwasher is portable at this time- the beautiful view from my sink of the ocean invites dishwashing!
A large deck off the kitchen gives a gathering place with tables and chairs for hours of relaxation facing south, sunshine and ocean views and watch lobster boats.
Kayak the ocean- you can rent these in Machias at Sunrise Kayak - they deliver to you. Waters here are cold-

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