Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay
Waterfront Bliss Awaits at This Renovated Cottage on Middle Bay
Step into the living room of this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage and feel as though you're standing on the bridge of a ship—surrounded by water on all sides. With stunning 180-degree views of Middle Bay in the Casco Bay area, this home offers a rare sense of immersion in nature. Just steps away, a private stairway leads to your own 100 feet of peaceful sand, rock, and calm-water beachfront—perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing by the shore.
The spacious deck is ideal for grilling and dining al fresco, while the separate yard invites you to enjoy lawn games like badminton or catch. You’ll experience the perfect balance of peace and connection, with serenity on the water and proximity to nearby attractions. Watch the sunset with a glass of wine in hand as the sky puts on a show just for you.
Inside, the cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy dining area for six, and a comfortable living room with panoramic ocean views. Kick back with the wall-mounted TV, cable, and internet—or just soak in the views.
Upstairs, you’ll find a bedroom with both a queen and twin bed, a full bath with a shower, a hallway closet, and the primary bedroom offering a king bed and breathtaking ocean vistas. Downstairs (daylight basement) includes a private queen bedroom, additional storage, and access to the washer and dryer. For year-round comfort, the home is equipped with heat pumps offering both heating and air conditioning.
In addition to the peaceful seaside neighborhood setting, you’re just 15 minutes from Brunswick’s shops, restaurants, and amenities. Whether you're exploring tidal pools with the kids, enjoying a romantic evening on the deck, or basking in the quiet luxury of seaside living, this cottage delivers the ultimate coastal Maine getaway.
Your perfect oceanfront escape is waiting—come make it your new favorite vacation tradition.
Pets are welcome at Bay Vista (a non-refundable pet fee applies). More than one dog requires permission from host. If booking on VRBO click on "Travelers" box and check box by "I am traveling with pets."
Bed types/descriptions: Second Floor- Master with King Bed Second Bedroom with Queen and Twin Bed Daylight Basement- Third bedroom- Queen Bed
Bathroom setup/description: On Main Level- Full Bath with Shower Only Second Floor- Full Bath with Shower Only
Air Conditioning: Yes, via heat pumps in daylight basement, first level, king bedroom, and 1 portable AC unit in twin bedroom Beach/Water Access: Direct, on property via private stairs, rocky/pebbly shoreline Beach Towels: Not included Departure Cleaning: Included Cable TV: No cable, Smart TV only Closest Shopping Village: Brunswick, 15min away Coffee Maker: Yes, automatic drip AND Keurig available Dishwasher: Yes Grill: Gas Grill available, Propane provided Heat Source: Heat Pumps and Hot Water Baseboard Furnace Internet Access: Yes, Xfinity Cable Internet and WiFi Linens & Bath Towels: Included, beds are made prior to guest arrival and towels remain in their sanitized packaging, placed on each bed Lobster Pot: Yes Outdoor Firepit: No Parking: 2 cars Stairs to Water: Yes Trash Removal: Included, picked up weekly (for multi-week stays) or upon departure TV: Smart TV in Living Room Usable Fireplaces: No Washer & Dryer: Yes, located in daylight basement Water Frontage: Direct ocean frontage Water Source: Well water with filtration/softener system, bottled drinking water recommended
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend le dispositif de sécurité suivant : un extincteur
À propos du quartier
Harpswell
Cette maison de vacances vous donne rendez-vous à Harpswell, plus précisément au bord de l'eau. Faites le plein de culture en visitant les emblématiques Arctic Museum and Arctic Studies Center et Musée arctique Peary-MacMillan, ou passez par les sympathiques Gulf of Maine et Terrain de golf de Brunswick pour vous éclater le temps d'un après-midi. Les agréables Ash Cove Pottery et Paddleworks méritent aussi une visite. Les points d'eau environnants vous donnent l'occasion rêvée de vous adonner à de nouvelles activités telles que la pêche et la natation. Naturellement, vous pourrez également vous éclater au grand air en optant pour la randonnée.
Gare de Brunswick-Maine Street - 23 min en voiture
Aéroport international Portland Jetport (PWM) - 59 min en voiture
Restaurants
South Freeport Village Market - 42 min en voiture
Cook's Lobster & Ale House - 24 min en voiture
Iris Eats Maine - 18 min en voiture
Bailey Island General Store - 23 min en voiture
Morse’s - 8 min en voiture
Foire aux questions
Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay accepte-t-il les animaux de compagnie?
Oui, cet hébergement accepte les animaux de compagnie.
Combien cela coûte-t-il de séjourner à Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?
En date du 17 mai 2026, les prix trouvés pour un séjour d’une nuit pour deux adultes à l’hébergement Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay le 29 août 2026 commencent à 516 $ CA, taxes et frais en sus. Ce prix est fondé sur le plus bas prix par nuit des 24 dernières heures pour des séjours dans les 30 prochains jours. Les prix sont sujets à changement. Choisissez vos dates pour obtenir des prix précis.
Combien coûte le stationnement à Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?
L’hébergement dispose d’un stationnement sur place.
À quelle heure est-il possible d'arriver à Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?
L’arrivée est possible à partir de 16 h.
À quelle heure doit s'effectuer le départ à Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?
Le départ est à 10 h.
Où se situe Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?
Propriété de vacances se trouve au bord de l’eau, à quelques pas de cet attrait, Baie de Casco, et à moins de 5 km des sites suivants : Mitchell Field et Ash Cove Pottery. Les points d'intérêt suivants sont également à moins de 20 km : Parc d'État Eagle Island et Brunswick Town Commons.
Avis
9,2
Merveilleux
Les avis sont présentés en ordre chronologique, soumis à un processus de modération et vérifiés, à moins d’indication contraire.
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Incredible location had everything we needed, and it was very comfortable.
Suewana H.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Robin T.
2 sept. 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Amazing location and immaculate property. Everything we needed. Spectacular views.
Robin T.
Séjour de 4 nuits en août 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Laura B.
18 août 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Everything about our stay was idyllic, and I cannot wait to come back. Check-in/out were very easy with detailed instructions provided. House was clean and well-maintained. A lovely, quiet neighborhood with amazing water views.
Laura B.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Wilfred L H.
23 août 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Absolutely Fantastic! Even better than we we imagined. Beautiful views of the bay, short walk down to the shoreline and spectacular sunrises and sunsets. At the top of our list for our next family vacation.
Wilfred L H.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2025
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Nicole H.
15 août 2025
Nice locaton and beautiful views of the water
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back. The rental was exactly as it was described in the listing. We found the property management team to be responsive and pleasant.
Nicole H.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Lisa H.
28 sept. 2025
Wonderful place to relax and enjoy the Maine coast
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our second time at Bay Vista. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. The property is conveniently located to several outdoor experiences but you won't want to leave. The views are speculation. The sunsets unforgettable.
Lisa H.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Gail B.
19 août 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great Vacation
I had a wonderful stay. The views of the ocean were incredible. Comfortable sleeping quarters and a great view. The deck had a beautiful sunset. Enjoyed watching the boats go back and forth. Very happy with the whole place.
Gail B.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2023
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Merri S.
20 août 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Beautiful views
Beautiful sunsets over the water!! Nice deck with table and chairs and large windows in living room and upstairs bedroom overlooking the water. Bedroom with twin beds is small and bedroom in basement is a bit stuffy but
both are ok. You can walk along the beach when the tide is out and take dips when the tide is high. House was well supplied. We enjoyed our stay and had fun exploring the area! Be sure to eat at The Dolphin!
Merri S.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2024
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Michelle L.
29 août 2023
Love it from Lovell
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay at Bay Vista was perfect! The views were amazing, sunsets included! It was great to be able to walk the beach at low tide and swim at high tide. The home was very clean and comfortable, loved all the windows, and had everything we needed. The location was great, various areas to explore locally, and convenient to have Brunswick close by. The management team was great with providing us all necessary info, and always quick to respond if we had questions. We look forward to staying here again- thank you!!
Michelle L.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
A guest from Portland, ME
12 sept. 2023
Fantastic views & relaxing stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We’ve never stayed in the midcoast area before and were very pleased with our experience with the Bay Vista property and MaineStay Vacations. The property had amazing views and was in a nice, quiet area, very conducive to a relaxing vacation. It was clean, well-stocked and comfortable - we spent a lot of time enjoying the views from the deck, kayaking from nearby George Mitchell Park and driving around the area. It was very humid during our stay, so we were very happy to have A/C!The MaineStay team was very informative and super responsive, making sure we had all of the necessary info to fully enjoy our stay.
A guest from Portland, ME
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Annette F.
9 sept. 2024
Lovely spot to unwind!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The location of this rental is unmatched! At the end of a private dirt road with no traffic or noise other than the sound of a boat or waves lapping. It was great to sleep with the windows open as well. We'd definitely come back!
Annette F.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
JOHN B.
7 août 2019
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Sunset central
Beautiful views of Middle Bay. Mornings watching the lobster boats and evenings watching the sunsets, all while listening to the sea gulls discuss who's getting the day's findings. Compliment this taste of Maine with a fresh and brightly remodeled cottage, and you can't go wrong staying here if you're looking to experience everything Maine coast has to offer.
JOHN B.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2019
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thanks, John! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Bay Vista!
Avis ancien
8/10 – Bien
Susan N.
15 sept. 2016
Great place, well appointed, would repeat!
We thoroughly enjoyed out stay at Bay Vista in Harpswell Maine this past week. The house was right on the water, with a great porch, awesome views, the best sunsets ever! It was very comfortable for my husband and I and we could have accommodated another 4 people easily. The owners provided any item you might need in a kitchen and we were lacking for nothing to cook every night! The house was very clean, in very good condition with no real complaints at all. We would recommend this property anytime and would surely do it again another time.
Susan N.
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
Gregg R.
7 oct. 2014
Great home base for a beautiful vacation
We spent three nights at Bay Vista and had a fantastic time. The house has everything you need and was a very comfortable place to wake up and come home to after exploring the area during the days. You can't beat the gorgeous views of the water from the master bedroom and living room. The amenities were all in working order and everything was nice and clean.
The nearby SchoolHouse Cafe deserves special mention and immediately became our favorite way to start our days - delicious coffee and breakfast. Each day started there, included a couple of beautiful hikes (they are everywhere and well marked), walks along coves and beaches, and delicious dinners in the Harpswell area or Brunswick (loved El Camino).
We highly recommend Bay Vista. Hope to get back there someday...
Gregg R.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you so much for saying such nice things about Bay Vista and the surrounding area. We hope to see you return.
Debbie
MaineStay Vacations
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
Randolph G.
11 août 2014
House with all the amenities on the water...
This is the second time we have stayed in Bay Vista. When we arrived the house was clean and well stocked with toiletries and the basics for cooking. Everything worked well and it was very comfortable for 5 adults and 2 children. Nice deck over looking the bay with a big gas grill.
We would recommend this property highly.
Places to eat...Five Islands, The Dolphin, Schoolhouse Café, Erica's, and for dessert Gelato Fiasco in Brunswick.
Things to do...Portland Seadogs baseball, a schooner sail out of Portland, hiking, kayaking, and driving around visiting the small towns and lighthouses. There is also a bike ride in Portland of lighthouses which we heard about. And watching the sunset over the islands across the bay.
Randolph G.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you for your response, we are happy that you enjoyed your stay at Bay Vista. Thank you for the information about the area as well. This is helpful for future guests.
Best regards
MaineStay Vacations
Avis ancien
6/10 – Acceptable
18 juill. 2013
Overpriced for level if accommodation
Cottage is nicely updated and appointed.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you for your response and constructive feedback. I am sorry that you felt we were overpriced, our pricing is in line with other properties in the area. Thank you and we hope to see you again.
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
Greg N.
5 avr. 2013
We highly recommend a stay at Bay Vista
In fact, I just recommended Bay Vista to my brother for his upcoming Maine
trip. As the other reviewers note, the view is second to none - whether sitting on
the deck or looking out from any of the many bay-facing windows in the
house. We were often out and about exploring the area from Harpswell
to Portland, but Bay Vista was a lovely gathering spot for our family.
We have stayed in other rentals over the years and after we arrive we realize that the online pictures were clearly outdated; however, Bay Vista looks just like it does in the photos. The house has updates throughout, including new appliances, fixtures, and flooring; yet, the updates don't take away and even enhance the Maine cottage feel that we were hoping for on our trip.
Greg N.
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
Christine C.
27 mars 2013
Serene stay in your lovely vacation home
Thanks for a wonderful stay in your serene vacation home. My family and I enjoyed visiting many of the local spots you suggested like the Dolphin Restaurant and getting take out from Erica's Seafood in Harpswell. Brunswick and Bath were fun to explore, we like the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath. We used the house as a base for great day trips to Portland, biking Peaks Island, hiking at Wolf's Neck Woods State Park & Camden Hills State Park. My teens enjoyed shopping in Freeport.
The house was clean and comfortable. My in laws loved the privacy of the basement bedroom. The view from the master was so beautiful my husband and I didn't want to get out of bed each morning. We are returning to your home this summer, Maine in May is not crowded which we enjoyed, this year we want to experience the summer season in Maine. Can't wait to return.
Christine C.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you Christine for your kind words about Bay Vista, your experience here and the surrounding area.
Debbie Davis, MaineStay Vacations
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
Stephanie M.
22 mars 2013
Thank you for a wonderful stay
I just logged on in hopes of booking a week this fall at Bay Vista (will be our 3rd vacation there), saw these two negative reviews and felt I had to post our experience, which has been nearly perfect every time. We adore this place. The deck is just heaven - perfect sunsets, propane grill, and a staircase down to the water with a peaceful little landing that's great for reading.
I'm guessing housekeeping is not able to check every dish/utensil every week as this would be prohibitively expensive, so the dish issue seems more like slobby previous renters than a management issue. I'm pretty OCD about cleanliness and this is one reason we love this place - everything seems new and very clean. I have slept in all of the beds at one time or another, and they are all very comfortable. We did email the owner once about an issue with the grill, and they responded immediately (fixed the next day) and thanked us for letting them know.
The bottom line is there are a lot of questionable rentals out there and this is NOT one of them. Perfect location, great amenities, clean and well-appointed. We wouldn’t go anywhere else!
Stephanie M.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you Stephanie for this positive review. I am glad that you added this because Bay Vista is a wonderful family vacation spot. I hope to see you again this fall. You are correct with the housekeeping, sometimes dishes and utensils get missed when renters put away dirty. Thanks for your understanding.
Debbie
MaineStay Vacations
Avis ancien
4/10 – Médiocre
Cindy B.
27 août 2012
Summer '12 at Bay Vista
My family of six adults had a wonderful stay in Harpswell, a town we have visited twice before. Thankfully, our memories of our recent "Maine"event" do overshadow the troubling issues we encountered at Bay Vista. The upstairs sink was still dripping (as remarked by a July visitor) when we arrived (plumber came our fourth day) and the basement bedroom has puddling and mold growing due to water condensation in the laundry/furnace room. This is a dangerous issue, not only for breathing purposes but also for safety reasons. We dealt with the same lack of kitchen amenities as the July renter and add to that the dilapidated dining table and chairs we cautiously used. Debbie at Homes and Harbors delivered two deck chairs for us as the homeowner had only provided four for use by the six of us. What saved the house for us was the beautiful view, magnificent sunsets, peaceful location and the deck. Unfortunately, it is my opinion that the homeowners themselves lack respect for their paying house guests.
Cindy B.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you for your response your input is appreciated and used to improve the experience at the property. Harpswell is wonderful place to be and the westerly views are wonderful. We had a humid period this summer that created a lot of condensation and consequently creates surface mold. Fortunately the owner has installed a dehumidifier that drains the condensation and the surface mold was removed. The above has been forwarded to the owner so they will have the opportunity to make changes to what is offered in the kitchen. Historically they have been responsive to feedback. Thank you
Avis ancien
4/10 – Médiocre
Sandra S.
7 août 2012
Bay Vista
The house itself was very nice except the dishes in cabinet were dirty with food. Some of the pans looked like they were put away dirty. There was no broom to sweep the floors and the upstairs bathroom sink had a leak, there was a bowl under it that we had to constantly empty. We had to go out and buy all paper products to use for the week. It would off been nice also if there was a pot big enough to cook lobsters. Also needs to get another barrel for the trash one is not enough and get furniture that is comfortable to sit on
I don't feel this place was worth the money they charged. We will definitely be back next year but would not want to stay here again.
Sandra S.
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 sept. 2023
Thank you for your contrustructive review, it is our goal at MaineStay Vacations for all of our visitors to be completely satisfied with their stay. At arrival, we encourage our visitors to contact us with any issues so that they can be addressed immediatley. All of the above are being addressed and all items needed have been put in the property. We do give a starter pack of paper products when visitors arrive to get them started. Thank you for the feedback and the opportunity to help us improve the services and we look forward to seeing you again.
Best regards,
Debbie Davis
MaineStay Vacations
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Sheryl L F.
6 nov. 2024
Sheryl L F.
Séjour de 6 nuits en octobre 2024
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