Located in Historic Castine Village with spectacular views across the harbor over to Cape Rosier and of the grand schooners coming in under full sail.
This charming, rustic but fully equipped, cottage is just sixty feet from the waters edge and has easy steps leading down to the beach.
A unique blend of a small New England town with a common and seafaring village, Castine is exceptionally picturesque. Many of its homes date back to the American Revolution and the streets remain lined with majestic, hundred year old Elm trees.
Not many towns can boast more in the way of recreation, cultural activities and community services, yet remain so unspoiled by commercial tourism. There are no traffic lights and no fast food chains but amenities include sailing, kayaking, golf, tennis, rowing, the Maine Maritime Academy fitness facilities, churches, a library, restaurants, museums, two small grocery stores, and a doctors office--all just a short stroll from Moonrise Anchorage.
Top level has a queen sized bed, and 2 single beds. There is a second small bedroom with a pop-up trundle, that can be a configured as a single bed, or 2 singles, or put together as a king-sized bed. The living-dining area has large sliding doors facing the water, which lead out to a large deck that has a a panoramic view the harbor with a charcoal grill, plenty of outdoor seating and an umbrella to provide shade. There are steps in front to take you down to the beach.
Everything one could need for a spectacular vacation!
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About the area
Castine
Located in Castine, this cottage is by the ocean. Fort George Park and Fort Madison State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Knox State Park and Great Island. Blue Hill Books and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and rock climbing.
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
Bagaduce Lunch - 25 min drive
Pentagoet Inn & Restaurant - 3 min walk
T & C Grocery - 3 min walk
Danny Murphy's Pub - 4 min walk
Buck's Harbor Market - 42 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View?
As of 3 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View on 25 Oct, 2026 start from S$285, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Village Cottage with an Amazing Water View located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is steps away from Maine Maritime Academy and Main Street. Great Island and Castine Historical Society are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It has a beautiful view of the bay with an easy walk to town and Maine Maritime. There is a great little deck overlooking the bay with a BBQ, a perfect place to grill.
This was our 2nd stay at this quaint cottage with an amazing view of the bay! Walking distance to everything, the harbor, restaurants, book store, small grocery and much more. Nearby hiking at Witherle Woods. Enjoyed a wonderful dinner at the Pentagoet Inn. Thank you for sharing your well kept, pet friendly cottage, would definitely stay here again!
We really loved our stay in Castine. The cottage was clean, comfortable and a great location. Our hostess, Janet, was super responsive. It was great for a dog, too, as the front porch/deck was fully enclosed and had full view onto the bay. I highly recommend this property!
Weve stayed here several times and find the location to be perfect with a serene view, comfortable furnishings and a very walkable town. The cottage is always clean and communication with thw owner very easy.
This was our third year returning to this cottage and loved every moment. The location and quality of the home cannot be beat, and the views are pinch worthy. We love it here and appreciate the owner’s warmth and communication throughout the booking process!
We come yearly and love the cottage and town. Beautiful views in an historic town. Janet is an excellent host. Very easy to communicate with and very helpful. We're actually staying here twice this year!
Our stay in Castine was a week in July.
The cottage has terrific water views of the harbor. The acomadation was clean
and comfortable with many thoughtful extras.
We stayed here for a second year attending the summer school of the International Guild of Miniature Artisans. We plan to make it our regular place to stay.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Gray Cottage. The cottage itself is well furnished, clean and comfortable. It has a wonderful view of Union River Bay. When we stayed in and took a day off from exploring the surrounding area, we simply relaxed and delighted in the view. Dee, the property manager, is easy to work with and made sure we were satisfied with the accommodations.
My family enjoyed our stay here. The balcony was quite lovely overlooking the water. There are stairs across the street down to the water. It is an easy five minute walk to Main Street in Castine.
We had a seamless experience with Janet and the cottage. It’s a perfect size for a small family, made all the better that we could bring our four-legged member as well. The location is within walking distance to the small center of Castine, and quick drive to the highlights of the surrounding area. We look forward to a return visit in years to come!
This was our second stay at Janet’s property as well as our second stay in Castine. The home is clean, welcoming, and the perfect location to soak in the beauty of the surrounding area. The views off the deck are stunning, it’s within walking distance to downtown Castine and other points of interest in the area, and is helpfully situated for a quick drive out of town to explore Downeast Maine. We hope to return again and again!
Overall very good stay. You just can’t beat the view and the access to the water right out the front door. Everything was very clean and organized. The front deck was great to use at night and during the day. My only critique would be that the bed could be a bit more comfortable but overall everything was as expected for a cottage on the shore. My family and I had a great time.
This is our 4th time staying at this cottage. I am a kayaker so I like the convenience of having a beach across the street to store my kayak and the location close to Castine harbor. The view from the cottage is amazing. Negatives would be access to the cottage is via steep stairs accessed from a damp basement.
Great location and top notch communication with the manager. The couch and dining table need to be replaced. Kitchen was not as well equipped as I would prefer. I would stay there again as the location and view out weigh these short comings.
Bruce G.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much for coming to stay and liking the cottage enough to want to return. I value your suggestions about improving things and will do an inventory of kitchen equipment right away to make sure everything is still there that should be, as well as check the condition of the furniture you mentioned. I really appreciate your feedback.
We've stayed here several times and will come back for as many years as it's available. It's our favorite spot in Maine. The house is very clean and has everything you need. Janet is very easy to communicate with. The view of the bay is unbeatable. The town of Castine is the most lovely on the coast and the residents will treat you like a neighbor. I'm always sad to leave this place.
My husband and two teenage daughters had a wonderful stay in this beautiful cottage in beautiful Castine! Janet was a thoughtful and very responsive host, and her house was absolutely perfect for us. It was very clean, airy feeling, easy to keep clean, and the view was beautiful:) It rained for the 6 days we were there (obviously, no fault of the host), and we STILL had a wonderful time in the cottage, taking walks around Castine, reading the history, and then playing games while looking at the view from the table. Acadia was short enough ride that we could go for the day and do a few misty hikes: ) Great stay-thanks so much, Janet!
Danielle and David G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Janet Murnaghan
Languages:
English, German
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