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'The Big House' Classic Updated Farmhouse
Holiday home in Brooklin with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms 6+ bathrooms Sleeps 16 4000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

North Brooklin, ME
- Place, Acadia National Park
- Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Place, Cadillac Mountain
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)73 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Blue Twin Bedroom 7
2 Single Beds
Four Post Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Granny's Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Mustard Twin Bedroom 8
2 Single Beds
Violet Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Violet Twin Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
YellowBedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Blue Twin Bathroom 6
Toilet · Shower only
Four Post Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Granny's Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Half Bathroom 7
Toilet
Master Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Violet Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Yellow Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
'The Big House' Classic Updated Farmhouse
This 1800's beautifully renovated farmhouse features 8 bedrooms, 6 1/2 bathrooms and a gourmet country kitchen with a 36" gas stove, in-island electric oven, 2 refrigerators, ice maker, wine cooler and more. In addition the house is equipped with Wi-Fi, cable television, washer dryer and VCR and DVD library. Sitting on 35 acres overlooking Blue Hill Bay, it is just a short walk or drive, (800 ft.), to a private beach for sunning, beach combing, swimming, kayaking and boating (mooring available). The house is completely updated and charmingly furnished and is ideal for multi-family vacations. Located just 15 miles from historic Blue Hill and 40 miles from Acadia National Park.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 40
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO smoking in the house, smoking allowed 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 first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Brooklin
Located in North Brooklin, a neighbourhood in Brooklin, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The Blue Hill Wine Shop and Edgar M. Tennis Preserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park and Barred Island Preserve. Blue Hill Books and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

North Brooklin, ME
What's nearby
- Wooden Boat School - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
- Deer Isle-Stonington Historical Society - 41 min drive - 32.0 km
- Reach Beach at Gray's Cove - 44 min drive - 29.2 km
- Maine Maritime Academy - 60 min drive - 50.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Maine Lobster Lady - 18 min drive
- El El Frijoles - 17 min drive
- Morning Moon Cafe - 6 min drive
- The Fishnet - 9 min drive
- brooklyn pub - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Bill Gray

Although I was born and raised in New York, growing up I spent all my summers across the street from the Big House (dad was a school teacher). My family has deep roots here and to this date most of my relatives live in the area.
We have been renting to Big House for many years now and have an opportunity to meet some of the guests and have found each encounter to be rewarding. It is fun to meet people who are on vacation! We hope we have a chance to meet you.
We have been renting to Big House for many years now and have an opportunity to meet some of the guests and have found each encounter to be rewarding. It is fun to meet people who are on vacation! We hope we have a chance to meet you.
Why they chose this property
The original cape cod part of this house was built in the early 1800's. As was typical of these salt water farms additions were added expanding the house as needed. It was built and owned by the Sherman family. It has been a farm, bed and breakfast, post office, and summer rental property since then. Off to the right (as you are facing the house) there use to be a dance hall and movie theatre; (currently there is a barn/boat house). This was during the time of silent movies. Laura Sherman ran this business and played the piano for the silent pictures. Down the street 'a piece' was the Grovehurst Inn and cottages. The inn was torn down a long time ago but the cottages remain and are still owned by descendants of the Sherman family. If you look to the left when you reached the beach you will see three big rocks; there is a pier by these rocks. That was the site of a steam boat landing. It brought summer guest from New York, Boston and beyond.
This area is steeped in beautiful vistas, abundant nature and never ending hospitality. It has been a treasure chest of delight for my family, both current and prior generations. We know you will find the same.
This area is steeped in beautiful vistas, abundant nature and never ending hospitality. It has been a treasure chest of delight for my family, both current and prior generations. We know you will find the same.
What makes this property unique
Long walks on the beach, exploring game trails in the 35 acres behind the house, trips to Deer Island and Stonington, visiting Acadia National Park, baking and cooking in the expansive kitchen or enjoying cocktails on the wrap around porch all make this house feel like home to all who stay here.
Languages:
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