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The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine

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Living room window looking out over the back field in the summer.
Exterior detail
Newly remodeled kitchen with marble and granite tile
Cozy living room with French marble coffee table and antique wing-back chair.
Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine

1874 Colonial farmhouse set back off Main Street with slight water views, and just a block from the shops, restaurants and Island Explorer bus line. The front yard has a new cedar picket fence so we can accommodate a dog up to 25 lbs. Living room with fireplace and dining area, furnished with antiques throughout the house. Gourmet kitchen with Wolf stove, laundry, remodeled bath with shower, and a master bedroom suite with queen bed, mini kitchen and eating area. Upstairs is a bedroom with two twin beds, a bedroom with two twins used as a king, and a full bath. Great quality linens. Beautifully furnished and decorated. Fully stocked kitchen with black granite work island. Small rear deck looking out to the back field near harbor. Cable TV, VCR, CD player, DW, New W/D, WIFI, fans, heat, gas grill. Long distance calls require a credit/calling card. Small dogs up to 25 lbs are considered. A 7% Maine Lodging Tax will be added. The Rice Cottage was featured in Country Living Magazine September '07. Email us to see more photos.


This home is just a block from the shops, restaurants and the Island Explorer bus line. 1 mile from Acadia National Park. Boating, canoeing, bicycling, hiking are just a few of the activities available. Close to Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor and Seal Harbor. We just recently remodeled the upstairs bath room and have new mattresses in all of the bedrooms. The Rice Cottage has been featured in the September '07 issue of Country Living magazine.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small dogs, 25 lbs. max.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please keep pets off the furniture and don't leave pet alone in the house unless it is in a crate. Thanks.
Please put items and furniture back where they were found before checking out. Thanks.
Please turn off appliances, lights and fans when leaving the house. Thanks!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 124121
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Canoeing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Cummins or Diane Speakman

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This property has been in our family since 1882. It was purchased by Anson I. Holmes from James A. Freeman. We still have the original deed.

Why they chose this property

Julie Rice Speakman was the daughter of Anson Holmes and her son is the current owner Cummins (Jay) Speakman.

What makes this property unique

The house has a lot of charm and is furnished with New England antiques.

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