Before people starting tearing down summer cottages to build McMansions, the New England coast was peppered with clusters of summer cottages -- wonderful, little "camps" that weren't fancy but had everything you needed, comprised of mismatched mugs and silverware, plates and pans from yard sales, and of course the obligatory lobster pot. Where there was that wonderful combination of summer smells -- the briney air, exposed wood, mossy ground, hot towels dried in the sun -- and you slept with the windows open and could hear the ocean, the gulls, the buoy bells. People went in and out with sandy bare feet and let the screen door slam behind them!
That's the kind of place this is; where you can really relax because everything around you is relaxed as well. Everything is included as far as the kitchen and linens. Its a perfect hub spot for your days at the beach a short walk down the road -- run back for sandwiches or to grab an extra chair. The beach itself is one of the few sandy ones in Maine, although at high tide its mostly rock. But once the tide goes out, there is a wide, sandy expanse perfect for beach games. The surf, at least while we were there, was gentle and shallow -- great for smaller kids, nonswimmers, kayaking or paddle boarding.
The view from the cottage was spectacular and having a second cottage right next door was perfect for our young adult children. Having no wifi was no problem in my book -- we spent evenings together playing games, watching movies, reading and talking. In fact it was better than no problem as we were all forced to "disconnect" and really relax! The only things I might add is an outdoor shower and a hammock (but luckily I brought my own!).
Rockland is a short 10-15 car ride away and has some great restaurants, shops and entertainment as well as a couple grocery stores and two fantastic meat and fish markets. The farmer's market on Thursday was a lot of fun with some very yummy stuff. Camden's maybe a half hour away with its shops, restaurants and attractions.
If you're looking for a high brow experience with all the modern conveniences, this isn't for you. But if you want a quite, easy, no fuss place to stay to day trip or relax on the beach, this hits the spot!