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Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!

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A house by a rocky shoreline with a view of the water and forested area.
A cozy room with a built-in bench bed, large windows, and a view of the sea.
A covered outdoor area with a view of the sea, featuring a small table and chairs.
A cozy cabin with a large window seat overlooking a scenic view, a wooden ceiling, and a radiator.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers ocean views and is pet-friendly, making it suitable for adventure travelers. Enjoy water sports, motorboating, and fishing nearby, along with attractions like the Richard Boyd Art Gallery and Fifth Maine Museum.

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Portland, ME
  • Place, Battery Steele
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Battery Steele
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Richard Boyd Art Gallery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

3rd

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!


Bella Vista is a 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home sitting directly on the Atlantic Ocean side of Peaks Island at Elm Tree Cove. One of only 2 houses on a small dirt road abutting a land preserve and conservation land. See and hear the ocean waves crash into the rocks just outside of your living room and bedroom windows. Spectacular views from every room. Enjoy your morning coffee on the large covered porch with an unobstructed view of the sunrise and a panoramic view up and down the rocky coastline.. Absolutely breathtaking! One of the best spots on the backshore.

The home is a well maintained cottage home with 3 bedrooms. All are tastefully decorated, and all have ocean views!!!.

The 1st floor has a well stocked updated kitchen with good size refrigerator and an electric stove/oven and microwave. There is also a long L shaped dining/living room designed to take full advantage of the amazing view. There is also a library and a full bath with a shower on the 1st floor.

The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms: the 1st with a queen size bed and a half bath attached. The 2nd has a a full size bed and a futon. The 3rd has a twin and an Antique bed (small full - 48x72). There is also full bath with a shower/Jacuzzi tub.

Peaks island is a 15 minute ferry from Portland, where you can experience a beautiful seaside town with a wide variety of great restaurants and activities. The island offers exceptional walking, jogging, horse riding, tennis, swimming and relaxing with a wild bird preserve, a social club for activities, little shops, grocery store and restaurants. You can easily walk to everything.

Amenities: wifi, weber gas grill, 42" flat panel LCD TV, cable TV, microwave, full-size oven range, toaster, Drip coffee-maker, Keurig coffee maker, all cooking and baking utensils you would need including a lobster pot, fire extinguisher and smoke detectors, washer/dryer, parking for 2 cars.

Things you'll find stocked at the cottage: propane for the gas grill, bedspreads and pillows (BATH TOWELS, BLANKETS AND LINENS ARE NOT INCLUDED, BUT ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENT - see below)*, the tools to make a lobster dinner, cleaning supplies, full set of dinnerware, cups, mugs, etc., grill tools, family games.

Week long bookings are Sat - Sat. Between June 15 and Sept 15 WEEKLY BOOKINGS ONLY!!! Weekends considered between those dates if within 1 month of start of occupancy. Inquire of Owner (rates for on peak weekends if approved may be different than posted rate).

Dogs are welcome.

*LINENS: If you wish to rent linens, please let me know They are available through our cleaning service. We do not mark up the price, but just offer this as a service for our guests: The rates are for the duration of your stay: flat rate of $160 for all beds and 8 towel sets (face, hand and bath).

These prices are cheaper than local rentals and the beds will be made before your stay and stripped for you, so there is nothing for you to do.


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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only 60 lbs and under
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1696184vb
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
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

Peaks Island

Located in Peaks Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Thompson's Point and Umbrella Cover Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Battery Steele and Monument Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Arena or Merrill Auditorium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Battery Steele - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Battery Steele - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Richard Boyd Art Gallery - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 31 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Thompson's Point - 38 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 45 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪North43Bistro - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Double Great Coffee - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Casco Bay and Battery Steele. Umbrella Cover Museum and Fifth Maine Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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