Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Great Diamond Island, ME
Little Diamond Island
Place, Little Diamond Island
18 min walk
Sand Beach
Place, Sand Beach
6 min drive
Fort Gorges
Place, Fort Gorges
6 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
40 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Amazing Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental w/ Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island
Vacation summer house on Great Diamond Island, with a boat mooring.
Our 4 bedroom house sports a grand view of Casco Bay because of its proximity to the shoreline. The panoramic west view provides an unobstructed view of the sunset to the horizon every night. The house is an original home built in 1901 that has retained its antique camp style interior. This is not a modern house, as it is 120 years old. There is no air conditioning nor heating. The island normally sports a nice summertime onshore breeze that keeps the house comfortable.
The wrap around porch has a picnic table for outdoor eating and a hammock for relaxing. A propane bbq for outdoor cooking. There are two upper level balconies expanding two of the upstairs bedrooms. Perfect reading nooks. The large sunny yard is perfect for playing wiffle ball, frisbee, swinging on the tire swing, and sun bathing.
Beach access is quick and easy right down from the front yard. There is a rock reef just off shore that provides comfortable protected swimming at mid tides as the water is warmed in the sunny afternoons. Take the included kayaks out for some exploration.
If you bring your own boat then you can use the included mooring ball. There is dock at at the south end of the island to load and unload guests and supplies. There are numerous islands and destinations that can be explored with your boat. I provide a list of suggestions of islands and restaurants to visit by boat.
Bicycles are included if you care to ride the island. At low tide you can ride across the sand bar to Little Diamond Island to explore that island as well. Pets are welcome. Rainy days can be filled by trying any of the numerous board games stashed in the game cabinet, or relax while streaming a movie on the flat screen TV. Fiber cable internet wifi is included.
Portland is a 20 minute ferry ride. Casco Bay ferries provide numerous round trips each day to Portland and surrounding islands.
There are two restaurants on the island. There are no food stores nor retail shops, so you will need to bring your food or have it shipped to the island for your stay. I provide instructions on how to accomplish this easily. The fully equipped kitchen includes a microwave and dishwasher. A propane bbq is available outside.
We include an easy to use electric golf cart to transport your food and luggage from the ferry dock to the house.
A RESERVATION LENGTH MORE THAN 7 nights requires pre-approval. ----------------------- (City of Portland Permitting & Inspections Short Term Rental License Number: STHR-003893-2022)
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Our house is not recommended for those that have mobility impairments; steps and stairs are inside and outside of the house.
Young toddlers and crawling infants must be watched closely as staircase widths do not allow baby gate usage.
Important information
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Property # 368955vb
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
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
Portland
Located in Portland, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Thompson's Point and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal and Bayside Bowl. Travelling with kids? Consider Portland Observatory and Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 27 min drive
North43Bistro - 51 min drive
Twelve - 26 min drive
Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - 26 min drive
Double Great Coffee - 28 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Amazing Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental w/ Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at Amazing Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental w/ Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island?
Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Amazing Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental w/ Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island?
Checkout is at 2:00 PM.
Where is Amazing Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental w/ Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island located?
This family-friendly Portland holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Casco Bay and Little Diamond Island. Fort Gorges and Sand Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Jonathan Hill
We are a New Hampshire family with 4 children. We love boating. Casco Bay offers so many islands and inlets to explore. Our island house has been in our family for several generations. We rent one week each month during the summer season. We spend the rest of the summer up there ourselves.
Why they chose this property
The proximity to the beach and boating is a big part of our island house for our family. Out on the island is beautiful and peaceful. And yet fine dining and plentiful shopping can be had with a short ferry/boat ride to the mainland. July and August are the best summer months, but September is a special secret time that is simply fantastic on the island because Portland's hustle bustle quiets down.
What makes this property unique
The house is very relaxing. You can spend a lot of time sitting on the porch or the balcony and reading a book and watching the boats go by. A one minute walk to the beach to explore, or a swim on hot days, is one of our favorite things to do.