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Centerview cottage

Large yard, swimming, kayaking enjoy the peace and quiet.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Harpswell, ME

Bowdoin College
‪19 min drive‬
LL Bean Flagship Store
‪33 min drive‬
Popham Beach
‪54 min drive‬
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom ground floor

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

ground floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Centerview cottage

This is a newly renovated home, with a nice size kitchen with everything you made need for preparing your meals. Children under the age of 17 are free to stay.
A large living room to relax and the t.v. Is cable ready and we offer Netflix also.
There are 2 bedrooms with a queen size bed in each. We provide all the linens and towels.
There is a full bathroom with a tub.
There is a deck attached to the house for relaxing.
Here is a propane fire pit for your own personal use.
Enjoy the large yard and private parking. It is wheelchair accessible.
There are many local walking paths. Enjoy watching the fisherman leaving the bay to get their daily catch. Bald and golden eagles are a pleasure to watch flying overhead.
There is a propane fire pit to enjoy while sitting outside.
Many local attractions to see. Go kayaking right out front of the house. Enjoy fishing and/or swimming off the dock just out front of the house. There is a private deck attached to the house. The nearest town is Brunswick.

Property manager

Mike and Connie Bernier

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pick up messes and dont allow on the furniture

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You can smoke outside

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this holiday home is by the ocean. Bailey Island Bridge and Cobwork Bridge are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Paddleworks and Land's End Gift Shop are also worth visiting.

Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

Thomas Point Beach - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
Bowdoin College - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
Maine Street - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
LL Bean Flagship Store - 33 min drive - 36.9 km
Popham Beach - 54 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

Brunswick Station - 16 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wild Oats Bakery & Cafe Brunswick Landing - ‬14 min drive
‪Flight Deck Brewing - ‬13 min drive
‪Sam's Italian Sandwich Shoppes - ‬7 min drive
‪Gurnet Trading Co. - ‬7 min drive
‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Centerview cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Centerview cottage?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Centerview cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Centerview cottage located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps from Casco Bay and within 6 mi (10 km) of Paddleworks and Ragged Island. Bailey Island Bridge and Cobwork Bridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chaddan M.

3 Jun, 2025

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

Wonderfully secluded with a beautiful view.

The title says it all. Property owners have their own separate house on site, along with a few other rental cottages. Properties share a common dock that is in excellent condition. Owners were super welcoming, friendly, and reachable if needed.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Big Bark T.

30 Apr, 2024

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

Big bark travels

Very good people, excellent stay and we highly recommend this place, good home feeling and beautiful view

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

21 Jun, 2024

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

Fantastic view

Cottage was pretty much as described, but the view and the boat dock were really nice

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

4 Jul, 2023

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

Beautiful Location

Beautiful property with amazing views. Nice access to maine's coastline and kayaks.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

12 Aug, 2024

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

Maine Magic

Had a great stay at the Centerview cottage! Views were spectacular, saw lots of wildlife right from the deck. We enjoyed paddling around the area with the kayaks and jumping in for a quick dunk from the dock. Can’t wait to come back next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fawn N.

24 Sept, 2024

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

Beautiful

Please was super clean and I only wish we could’ve spent more time there. Had a great vacation. Owners were very helpful and super friendly. Made us feel like family right away. We will definitely be back in the future!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

4 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect relaxing spot

After 6 days is crowded Bar Harbor, this was a perfect spot to relax. The weather was perfect, the views were great and the house had everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

18 Oct, 2023

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

No Frills Cabin by the Bay

Everything we needed to be comfortable was provided. The cabin was clean and in a great location for daytime adventures and nighttime relaxation.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

20 Jul, 2023

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

Maine Getaway

We sincerely enjoyed our stay. A very nice and clean place with many amenities. What a great place to relax, wet a line, and forget about the world.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

16 Jul, 2022

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

Awesome View

Great place/location. Million dollar view. Would love to come back next summer.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Jul, 2024

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

Wonderful waterfront location

We had such a lovely stay at Centerview cottage. My only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer! The view from the cottage is beautiful with easy access to the water. Connie, Mike, and Mike jr. were all super helpful and welcoming. The location - a short drive to wonderful hikes, beaches, and towns - can't be beat. We hope to be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Aug, 2023

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

Beauty by the sea

We loved the view! The hosts were very quick to respond to any questions. This is a lovely spot to relax and watch the sea.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

17 Aug, 2023

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

Cottage

Cottage is small but lovely. View of ocean is gorgeous.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

11 Oct, 2023

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

Centerview

Gorgeous view, very clean and the owners were quite nice!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Meighan M.

26 Aug, 2024

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

Beautiful Spot Right on the Water

We had a lovely stay at Centerview Cottage and the owners, who live next door, could not have been nicer - they greeted us when we arrived and even cheered for us once we got up the courage to jump off the dock into the freezing water! As other vacationers have noted, the cottage is a bit rustic, curtains instead of a door for the bedroom, but it has everything you need and the location cannot be beat - right on the water with osprey and at least one seal right in front of us! Also great for easy access to Orr and Bailey islands. Lastly, the wifi was very fast and the a/c was great! Wonderful stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

26 Aug, 2024

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

Rustic retreat

It was so nice to take a break from reality here. We had such a nice time on our vacation and really were able to reconnect as a family without all the chaos of our day to day. We grilled and had fires and explored the area. This was a great location for getting a boat tour, having a nice dinner out, or staying in and watching the waves, birds, and bumblebees. The sunrise was particularly beautiful from the deck. The hosts were right there, very friendly and welcoming. Thank you for your hospitality!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy R.

17 Sept, 2023

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

Amazing Views

Home was very clean, comfortable, cozy and included all the essentials. Loved the water views and easy access to the dock. Husband enjoyed fishing off the dock and I enjoyed shopping at the Freeport outlets. It was a great relaxing vacation and hated to have to leave but will definitely be returning next year. The owners Connie and Mike are great people which we enjoyed chatting with.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Diane G.

9 Oct, 2024

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

Disliked: Location

Basic stay

This review is a house divided. My husband really enjoyed the house and it's simple lifestyle. I have to be honest and say it wasn't my favorite. I think just go into this rental knowing it's going to be a very basic stay. The view is nice, but the furnishings are a hodge podge, and the structure of the house felt a little piece meld. It's also pretty remote if you are wanting to sight see in Maine. About 10 minutes away is a grocery store, taco bell/KFC, Applebee's, and a fast food Italian place. But everything else was pretty far. Overall it was an okay stay, but don't go into it thinking you're getting luxury.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Walter M.

19 Sept, 2023

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

Nice Rental

Nice enough but a little rough. Older home that is fixed up some for rental. Furniture is older but OK. Floors a little uneven. AC was a window unit and portable unit and they struggled to keep up with 78 degree days. Everything worked though and the stay was nice. Location is under an hour to Portland which is nice yet it is very remote area with pretty views of the water. Lots of places to take 1.5 to 2.5 mile wooded walks. Good food in the area withing 20 minutes.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April F.

1 Oct, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

2 Sept, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

31 Jul, 2024

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

Centerview Cottage

Connie and Mike were so helpful before and during our stay, answering our multiple questions so we would know what to bring with us, that there was ample parking for 3 cars, etc. when we needed anything during our two weeks they were right on it, including texting to offer us fresh towels, etc. before we thought to ask. Having them next door was a bonus, as we could chat about where to paddle to on their several kayaks, or where to go out to eat. These personal touches made all the difference in how we felt cared for, while being able to enjoy plenty of privacy on the large floating dock or on the gorgeous front lawn overlooking the ocean bay. The cottage was perfectly located halfway to the spectacular tip of Bailey Island, near ome fantastic hiking trails, and close enough to Brunswick for all out needs. It was a perfect vacation for us!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

4 Jun, 2024

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

Long Weekend In Harpswell

We enjoyed our time at this property so much, it was clean, comfortable and the views and water access were perfect! Connie and Mike were such great hosts. Connie went out of her way to make sure we had a great weekend and we did!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

3 Jul, 2023

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

Cute Cottage

Nice little cottage on the water. My husband and I stayed for one night on our way up to Canada. The hosts were easy to contact and allowed us to bring both our dogs with us. There is access to the dock and the hosts have plenty of safety vests for those who are staying on the property. Very nice porch to sit on and watch the water and the lobster boats go by. The only issue we had was that there are no doors for the bedrooms (the downstairs bedroom has a curtain over the door frame for privacy)-- not a big deal for the bedroom upstairs, but the downstairs bedroom is right next to the living room; this could be challenging if you are traveling with people who go to sleep/wake up at different times. I also recommend bringing an eye mask if you prefer to sleep in-- as another reviewer said, the sun is bright in the morning (I used this as an opportunity to watch the sun come up over the water, but I can see how others might want to sleep in). There are plenty of books and some games to play; I did not see a DVD player, so consider bringing a laptop or tablet if you have kids.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dannielle B.

17 Oct, 2022

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

Great view and location

We had a great stay. Rustic cabin with beautiful water view, quiet. We had no issues. Overall location is close to a lot of attractions which is what we wanted. Plenty of outdoor space for our fur-kids! Thank you for the wonderful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Connie Bernier

We have lived on this property for 50 plus years. Living where we do, made us feel like we are always on vacation, and we are lucky to enjoy the beautiful Maine coast. We are proud to be able to share our cottages with you and your family. We strive to provide a comfortable and memorable Maine vacation. No hustle and no bustle. Just lobster, family time and relaxation.
Married 46 years. We have a family of 3 and 9 grandchildren. We are available if anything is needed during your stay.
The property is safe and very quiet though we do encourage our guests to enjoy themselves during their stay.

Why they chose this property

This is deep water frontage. There are open views of the bay that offer wildlife, breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. See the local lobstermen going out and coming in with their days catch. There are lobstermen who pull up their traps close to shore where you can watch as they do it.
Watch yachts and small boats as they go by. Sail boats are always in the bay.
Bring your own boat to enjoy if you would like, if you would like to be mooring your boat during your visit, please let us know in advance. Mooring availability. kayaks available to get that close nature feel.