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Traditionella Beach Camps PĂ„ Ocean intill Markey Beach, Matinicus Island

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9,8 av 10,
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3 sovrumSovplats för 492.9 kvm

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  • Torktumlare
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  • Eldstad
  • HusdjursvĂ€nligt
  • Parkering tillgĂ€nglig

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Matinicus, ME
  • Markey Beach
    â€Ș3 min till fots‬
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)

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3 sovrum (sovplats för 4)

Badrum 1

Toalett · Endast dusch · Utomhusdusch

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Om boendet

Traditionella Beach Camps PĂ„ Ocean intill Markey Beach, Matinicus Island

VÄra stugor sitta vid havets kant, 50 'bort, men vÀl frÄn varandra. Fönster bild lÀngs lÀngden av huset hÄller havet stÀndigt nÀrvarande. Hummer bÄtar dra bojar utanför fönstret. SoluppgÄngen och stjÀrnorna Àr klart över natten havet. Det finns en privat dÀck pÄ ena sidan och en grÀsplan pÄ den andra. TvÀttmaskin, torktumlare, tvÄ duschar (inomhus och utomhus), ugn. Sandstranden ligger bara en kort strÀcka (du kan fÄ det pÄ en minut). Dina hundar / katter Àr vÀlkomna.

KOMMER TILL EILEN: Med bÄt (en timmes resa), kontakta Matinicus Utflykter och med flyg (12 minuters resa) kontakta Penobscot Island Air. Samma pris pÄ nÄgot sÀtt.

Matinicus Island, den mest avlÀgsna ön i Penobscot Bay Àr sÀllan besöks av turister, och anses vara en fungerande ö, inte en turist ö, men den hÀr stranden lÀger, precis vid havets kant, har i 33 Är varit tillgÀngliga för individer och familjer som söker en plats off-the-misshandlad-bana som förstÄr att i handeln för tillfÀllig brist och osÀkra tidtabeller som ön lever stÀller de kommer att uppleva fjÀrr ensamhet, avskilda sandstrÀnder och en intim titt pÄ Atlanten.

Om du funderar pÄ Matinicus Island, Àr du redan bekant med viktiga Matinicus internet punkter:
 
* Matinicus Àr det mest sjösidan avlÀgsen ö gemenskap i Maine,
* Matinicus har ett rykte, möjligen blanda sanning och fiktion, som en pirat ö med en smuggling historia
 * Matinicus har en underton av tidigare vÄld (som inte involverar besökare) till försvar för lobstering territorium
 * Matinicus Àr fjÀrr och du kan inte alltid fÄ vad du vill nÀr du vill ha det dÀr ute
* Matinicus kÀnns speciell för besökare och invÄnare, och till skillnad frÄn nÀstan var som helst utom Matinicus.

Du som besökare, blir en del av den specialness, en del av en typ av resenÀr som kan, som öborna sÀger, "göra det pÄ Matinicus".

Beach lÀger Àr en döende bostÀder typ, men NORRIS BEACH COTTAGE försöker hÄlla traditionen: lÀge vid kanten av stranden och direkt vid havet, öppet kök hyllor, grundlÀggande inomhus badrum med Incinolet toalett, men utomhusdusch Àr populÀr ocksÄ . De tre sovrummen Àr inredda med tvÄ enkelsÀngar (2 rum) och en drottning sÀng (1 rum). TrÄden-count av arken Àr vad du vÀljer att ta, som lakan och handdukar Àr ett objekt gÀsterna ombeds att lÀmna för sig sjÀlva.

Matinicus, med sÀllsynta sandstrÀnder och de ÄterstÄende strandlÀger har positivt jÀmfört med Nantucket Island pÄ 1950-talet, den tysta perioden pÄ Nantucket lÄngt innan miljardÀrer trycks ut miljonÀrer. (Pengar pÄ Matinicus Àr bara bra att köpa bakverk pÄ ön bageri och hummer i hamnen). NÀrheten till havet skapar vissa utmaningar för underhÄll: metall rostar snabbt, till exempel.
Norris Beach Camp byggdes 1954 sÄ nÀra havets kant som sunt förnuft skulle tillÄta pÄ den tiden innan zonindelning bakslag förbjudna sÄ nÀra placering till havet. Det har inte funnits nÄgon stormskador under Ärens lopp. Norris Cottage Àr en klassisk strandlÀgret med rustika inslag, som innehÄller synliga takbjÀlkar och tunna vÀggar pÄ platser, öppet koncept, halv vÀggar separerar sovande rum som inte nÄr taket, och mÄnga 50-tal era detaljer som anges nedan:

Den övergripande stilen pÄ Norris Cottage kan kallas "retro" hade nÄgot försök gjorts att Äterskapa 1950-talet, men i sjÀlva verket Norris Cottage Àr Àkta: en 1950 period Maine ö havet lÀgret. Det Àr vÀl konstruerat, med panoramafönster som vetter mot havet och en stor dÀck pÄ havet. Havet Àr nÀra, 50 meters avstÄnd, och sÄ Àr ljudet av kluckande vatten, och dofter, och ibland ljudet av klockan boj markerar hamninloppet off-shore.

Det stora sovrummet (queen bed) har en hel vÀgg av fönster som vetter mot havet, vilket Àr ungefÀr 50 'utanför fönstret. TvÄ mindre sovrum Àr inredda med dubbelsÀng set (4 bÀddar, plus queen) En stor soffa i vardagsrummet kan möjliggöra en extra gÀster att sova, sÄ 7 personer skulle vara max belÀggning.

En strand lÀger: för en sak, Àr möblerna mis-matched, bekvÀma och gammaldags. Om du tar ett husdjur, kommer du sannolikt inte skada nÄgot i huset. Brunnsvattnet Àr kraftigt filtreras, men den innehÄller en jÀrnhalt som fÀrgar vit tvÀtt, sÄ do not bring vit tvÀtt eller sÀngklÀder att tvÀtta i tvÀttmaskinen, tag med fÀrger. DiskbÀnken Àr en antik stor enda skÄl gjutjÀrn bondgÄrd sjunka. I sjÀlva verket, en del av metallen pÄ basen av golvlampor avslöjar oxidation frÄn salta luften, vilket Àr ingen överraskning med tanke pÄ att slÄ lÀger kan fÄ i en vinterstorm, inte en frÄga under sommarsÀsongen. Madrasser inklusive queen-size Àr mestadels daterad efter 2000.

Om idén om en traditionell uthus krÀnker, bÀst att sluta lÀsa nu. Norris Cottage har en inomhus-typ badrum med dusch inne och en förbrÀnning toalett (Incinolet varumÀrke, inte en vattentoalett) men lÀgret Àr ocksÄ betjÀnad av ett uthus, som vissa tycker Àr överlÀgsen förbrÀnna avfall med el, medan andra helt enkelt kan 't övervÀga det.

Vissa mÀnniskor Àr naturligt dras till öar, och de bry sig om dem eftersom det tar bort dig frÄn det sÀtt som bilen och vÀgar och handel definiera fysiskt utrymme och din agenda. Medan Matinicus har nÄgra bilar och vissa vÀgar, av vilka mÄnga Àr fler jeep spÄr Àn vÀgar, det Àr en vandrande ö, frÀmst. Det finns mÄnga avlÀgsna strÀnder endast nÄs till fots, och sÀllan besökta, om du gÄr se och kamma strÀnderna dÀr. De flesta mÀnniskor pÄ Matinicus arbete skörd hummer, ett hÄrt arbete som börjar före gryningen, sÄ att vid 05:00 s. m. ön tystnar, och mörk, har dagen avslutades. Det finns nÄgot tröst om att stÀlla upp med din familj grupp intill havet som detta intrÀffar, och kÀnslan av nÀrhet, ta bort och integritet Àr nÄgot som du inte riktigt kan uppnÄ pÄ fastlandet. Matinicus "sandstrÀnder Àr nÀstan unik i steniga Maine, och lÀgret lÀge precis vid havet Àr premiÀrminister, den verkliga kÀrnan i upplevelsen, och varför det kan bli framgÄngsrik, Àr nöjet att vara ensam med din grupp med det stora havet i framför dig och lite att störa din familj planer. SÄ besökare fÄr spendera mer och bÀttre tid tillsammans.

Vi har hyrt sedan 1983, förmodligen 300 ++ gÀster / familjer, via vÄr egen hemsida och har varit med HomeAway sedan 2010 men Matinicus Àr inte "hem-hemifrÄn", det skiljer sig frÄn hemmet. Vi vill potentiella gÀster att tÀnka mindre i termer av "bekvÀmligheter" och mer i termer av vad Matinicus inte erbjuder, eftersom det Àr frÄnvaron av kommersiella distraktioner (och mÄnga konventionella bekvÀmligheter) som gör ett besök pÄ ön minnesvÀrd.

NĂ„gra varningar: Den brunnsvatten har ibland jĂ€rn som fĂ€rgar vita klĂ€der i tvĂ€ttmaskinen. Kohls har en torktumlare, bĂ„da lĂ€gren har tvĂ€ttmaskiner. Bojar gĂ€ster har samlat hĂ€nga i takbjĂ€lkar. Golvet Ă€r ojĂ€mn pĂ„ sina stĂ€llen. Det finns ingen butik pĂ„ ön (men du kan faxa bestĂ€llningar till fastlandet Shaws Supermarket som kommer att packa och leverera och flyga över matvaror för dig till en rimlig kostnad) Mobiltelefoner fungerar inte bra förrĂ€n du vandra nĂ€rmare stranden, men det finns Wi-Fi. Den utomhusbelysning Ă€r dĂ„lig, men det Ă€r lĂ€tt att se Vintergatan. Hummer Ă€r den mest fĂ€rska kvalitet. Unga mĂ€n som arbetar pĂ„ bĂ„tarna har varit kĂ€nda för att rida ATV pĂ„ den breda sanden pĂ„ stranden, som Ă€r emot Maine lag. Andra Maine lagar bryts vid olika tidpunkter runt ön. Öborna gillar det mesta det hĂ€r sĂ€ttet. Du Ă€r pĂ„ din egen i Matinicus, och detta Ă€r en attraktion för mĂ„nga. Men i en medicinsk nödsituation, kan flygande tjĂ€nsten har du pĂ„ ett sjukhus snabbt.

Konceptet Àr "hushÄllning stuga" eller som britterna sÀger, "sjÀlvhushÄll" och du Àr pÄ din egen och kanske upptÀcker att du mÄste improvisera. Till exempel: en gÀst, inte lokalisera en spatel i köket eftersom det hade vandrat ner till stranden som ett barns leksak, danade sin egen spatel med hjÀlp av en tillplattad aluminiumburk och en drivved handtag. (Den förlorade spatel har sedan ersatts, men vi höll gÀstens improvisation som ett memento i takbjÀlkar). SjÀlvtillit som detta Àr nödvÀndigt om du vÀljer att gÄ ut till Matinicus Island.

Enkelheten i strandlÀgret konceptet Àr att du kan sÀtta en kvast till platsen och i snabb ordning oavsett röran barnen eller hundarna som görs kommer att ÄtgÀrdas. GÀsterna ombeds att ta bort / Ätervinna sina sopor och lÀmna platsen "Broom Clean" som omsÀttningen pÄ lördagar Àr tÀtt schemalagda och in mellan stÀdning kan inte vara 100% garanterad.

Du mÄste göra en del menyplanering eftersom det finns ingen butik, bara ett bageri och hummer, men den fastlandet Shaws Supermarket accepterar din livsmedelsbutik order via FAX pÄ morgonen och har rutorna flugit ut pÄ eftermiddagen. SÄ hÀr bor Matinicus Islanders: Aldrig att behöva köra till supermarknaden eller krÄngla parkeringen, men ha valet tillgÀngligt ÀndÄ.


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Om omrÄdet

Matinicus

Denna stuga ligger pÄ stranden i Matinicus. Vinalhaven Historical Society och Owls Head Lighthouse Àr lokala sevÀrdheter, och bland omrÄdets turistattraktioner hittar du Coastal Children's Museum och Sail Power and Steam Museum. Upplev vattenÀventyr som fiske och bad i nÀrheten, eller prova pÄ andra friluftsaktiviteter som cykelturer och ekoturer.
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Matinicus, ME

I nÀrheten

  • Markey Beach - 3 min till fots - 0.3 km

Restauranger

  • Binalot harbor point
  • Dakasi

Vanliga frÄgor och svar

Är Traditionella Beach Camps PĂ„ Ocean intill Markey Beach, Matinicus Island husdjursvĂ€nligt?

Ja, husdjur Àr tillÄtna pÄ boendet. Vissa begrÀnsningar kan gÀlla, sÄ kontakta boendet för mer information.

Vilka Àr incheckningstiderna för Traditionella Beach Camps PÄ Ocean intill Markey Beach, Matinicus Island?

Incheckning börjar 12.00.

Vilken utcheckningstid gÀller för Traditionella Beach Camps PÄ Ocean intill Markey Beach, Matinicus Island?

Utcheckning sker senast klockan 12.00.

Var ligger Traditionella Beach Camps PĂ„ Ocean intill Markey Beach, Matinicus Island?

Denna stuga ligger vid stranden i Matinicus, 0,2 km frÄn Markey Beach, samt mindre Àn fyra mil frÄn Sandy Beach och Samoset Resort Golf Course. Buoy Park och Rockland Harbor Park ligger ocksÄ mindre Àn fyra mil hÀrifrÄn.

Recensioner

9,8

EnastÄende

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10 - Fantastiskt i betyg. 16 av 17 recensioner
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4 - DÄligt i betyg. 1 av 17 recensioner
2 - VÀldigt dÄligt i betyg. 0 av 17 recensioner

8,8/10

Renlighet

9,8/10

Incheckning

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

LĂ€ge

9,8/10

Annonsens riktighet

Recensioner

10/10 Fantastiskt

Mark g.

Gillade: Incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Timeless

We’ve been going to Matinicus and staying at this cabin for years. It’s amazing that it still exists. And please treat it like the treasure it is. If you like being off grid, this is a magical place. It does have wifi and a phone. But don’t expect much from the wifi. While it has been maintained quite well, it is virtually unchanged from who knows when. Its like a time machine to the 50’s. It’s called a camp for good reason. You need to bring most of what you need. And the golden rule for camp is leave no footprint. Please be kind to the space and leave it cleaner than when you got there.
Bodde hÀr 1 natt i augusti 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Elizabeth F.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Island getaway

I highly recommend the Katz family cottages. The location was beautiful, kid friendly, and the island is just magical.
Bodde hÀr 5 nÀtter i juni 2025

10/10 Fantastiskt

Christine M.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfectly Peaceful Maine Paradise!

The rustic camp house was absolutely perfect for our stay on Matinicus! Three bedrooms, two in the back for the kids gave our son and daughter their own space. We stayed in the bedroom off of the open living area, which had stunning morning views! I loved the set up for our family of four. The kitchen had everything we needed. Large dining table was great for dinner and games. There is a number by the phone to call for lobsters (delivered to the door), which we enjoyed each night for dinner. I picked wild strawberries and made turnovers -- no sugar needed -- the berries were soooo sweet. We bought popsicles and bread from "the bakery" run by a very friendly family up by the school. Our dog Norman was in heaven! On hikes and at the beach, he was in and out of the water at will with no need for a leash. I loved watching the ocean waves, lobster boats, and the tide come in and out from the wall of windows in the open living area. Perfectly peaceful! The beach is super close and the Maine islanders were so kind! Andy gave us a ride from the harbor, which is just down the road. You do need to bring everything in and out but, if necessary, there is grocery delivery by plane available (most people living on the island use Misfit Market and Amazon). The outhouse needed sweeping for bugs each day, and my daughter wished for something better, but it wasn't a problem. We did not use the incinerating toilet. Owners were responsive and very kind. They gave my son a book from their library, which he wanted to finish reading. It was a wonderful family vacation and we definitely will be returning!
Bodde hÀr 3 nÀtter i juni 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Maddy B., Vermont

Gillade: Incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Flexibility

The property is exactly what it is, a neat cottage on an island out in the middle of no where. Matinicus is awesome for the adventurous who aren't expecting "amenities". Back to Mother Nature at it's finest.
Bodde hÀr 4 nÀtter i september 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Mark g.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Step back in time and off the grid

This is not your average vacation. You’re on a remote island in a very basic cabin. You need to bring everything including water. And it is such the perfect place to unplug and slow down. In one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Bodde hÀr 6 nÀtter i augusti 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Matt P.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Great Stay

Island is beautiful. The house is as described with a terrific location. Geoff was a great host. I recommend!
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Amber H., Hendersonville, NC

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Lovely island

Had a lovely time exploring the island, relaxing at the beaches, eating lobster and bakery treats, reading books, making new friends. This island and this cottage are a special place!
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juni 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Suzi C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A True Gift

It's truly a gift to have access to Matinicus. Please read everything the owner posts regarding the island and what you need to know to stay there. The only expectations you should have are to enjoy the beauty of the island, respect the people who live there, and find gratitude in disconnecting from the mainland. Our hosts were incredibly supportive and all those helping us get settled and acclimated -- from the pilots to the grocery store folks and our point person on the island -- were laid back and responsive and totally got that this experience is not your usual one for vacationers. So, if you're expecting "stuff" and a long list of tourist destinations to check off on your vacation, stay somewhere else. If you're looking to chill out, enjoy a primarily raw and untouched landscape, and find some true R&R, Matinicus is your jam. As far as staying in the cabin, if you're a camper and/or have no problem with going with the flow (the week we visited it was record highs and pretty stifling hot with little shade so we had to work around that), this is the place for you. If you're looking for chocolates on your pillow and central air, again, stay somewhere else (also, you'd be missing the point of staying here).
Bodde hÀr 7 nÀtter i juli 2020

10/10 Fantastiskt

Mark g.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Norris Camp

This is a very special and enchanted place.
Bodde hÀr 4 nÀtter i juli 2020
Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

Michael S.

A wonderful and peaceful getaway

We were looking for a real retreat - a special property that could provide our family with immediate and wonderful access to beautiful nature, fresh air, privacy, and a beach! It was just as advertised. Yes, rustic. And an absolutely gorgeous setting. The island was great to explore. The property owner was wonderful to communicate with. Truly met our hopes/expectations.
Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

4/10 DÄligt

Heather B.

Amazing View; Property Needs Some Work

Pros: * The view from within the master bedroom, the living area and kitchen, and the deck were breathtaking. *With a very short walk you were at Markey's Beach, which surely must be one of Maine's most beautiful beaches. * The residents of Matinicus were kind hearted, hard working, generous people. They were happy to help the couple times we were in a bind. It was a delight to visit their community. *Eva's Bakery, My Sister's Soap, The Island Market, and the Robin R. are all amazing local businesses that made our stay extra special! *The owner has created and maintained a wonderful website that has all the information you could possibly need about Matinicus. It made planning really easy. *The beautiful artwork throughout the cottage. Cons: * The camp was certainly a rustic beach camp, as the owner described. However it was not clean. It looks like it maybe gets a quick cleaning once a year or so. It certainly did not appear to be cleaned between guests. The outhouse was especially unclean. *While the owner warned us the water was too minerally to drink, we found it more of a pain then we anticipated. Eva, of Eva's Bakery, is gracious to share her water for drinking and cooking. However, when we did a load of laundry some clothes that were light (not white) are now rust stained. Several other cottages have put on water filter's, and it would make the stay a bit more relaxing. *The incinerator and outhouse. If the outhouse had been clean, it would have been preferable. Instead it was pretty dirty and there were a remarkable number of flies and mosquitos who wanted to join you for the experience. Mid week we largely started using the incinerator, which is simple enough to use. However it stunk, an awful burning smell. By the end of the week we were ready for a clean bathroom. *Much of the furniture was falling apart. * The price. It was overpriced for a very rustic, not particularly clean cottage with a stunning view. We justified the cost because of the view. After talking with several folks, we have learned of other rentals with beautiful views, drinkable water, and flushable/ running toilets for a similar price. If we return, which we hope to someday, we would look into one of these rentals instead. In short, it was an amazing week with a stunning view, but we would recommend the owner invest in their property a bit and have the place cleaned between guests. If they did, it would be a 5 star rental.
Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

Jan M.

A Maine treasure

The Norris beach camp is an amazing getaway. We spent 5 days at the camp with our 2 young daughters. The location is remote and beautiful. The camp is just that, a camp. It is cozy and comfortable, not fancy (and that is just perfect). Days on the island are spent wandering the sand beaches, throwing rocks into the ocean, watching lobster boats or walking over to the bakery for fresh pie. The owner Geoff was very helpful in my planning and preparing us for our vacation. You do have to plan ahead, but getting items from the mainland is possible and the people living on the island are a huge help. Several times we just called the lobsterman and he had fresh lobster brought to our door! We had a wonderful time getting away from our usual busy lives and enjoying each other and nature.
Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

Ed & Chris G., Hamden CT

Incredible

Unobstructed ocean views (right from the bed), few people, fresh-fresh lobster, cool plane ride, few people, beautiful silky sand beaches, sunrises, meandering walks and chats with interesting characters, "duck lessons" every morning in the cove, deep seclusion, and did I mention few people? We were looking for something remote with an ocean view. What we got was that and so much more. We were prepared to sacrifice comfort to get remote AND ocean, but we did not need to at all. The cabin was very clean, the bed was very comfortable, the views fantastic, the island amazing. The owner was SO helpful before we left, lots of good advice about how to get there, what to bring, what to expect, tidbits about things to do and what to look for. Our favorite time was just watching the baby ducks having lessons, checking the rock formation to gauge tides, and getting in touch with the REAL world. The faint sound of the harbor bell, the amazing sunrises, the incredible stars at night (no light pollution!), so soothing. And lobster right from the boat? How fresh is that? Even though there is "nothing" on the island (groceries, restaurants, stores) we did not want for anything because the owner prepared us well. There is a bakery with great treats (the best part is the baker herself) and a little crafty shop with creative arts and crafts (check out the driftwood sculptures) where we also bought fresh-that-day lobster from The Fisherman. Everyone on the island was friendly, even the dogs. And Penobscot Air? Definitely take the plane in. The pilots were great, the woman running things was absolutely superb, and nothing beats the sight of the island from the air. Nothing. Yes, it's not for everyone (that's you, high-maintenance people), since there is a (very clean and well-maintained) outhouse and Incinolet, but the scales tip so far to the other side that you hardly notice. We are planning to come back in September for our anniversary, so we can get a feel for another Mantincus season: red dahlias, seals (?), and actually swimming in the ocean instead of wading. And apparently the stars are awesome then too. The island itself was refreshing, the people all very friendly, the dogs loved us, and we could not get enough. I highly recommend both the island and this cottage in particular for anyone looking to catch their breath after any long ordeal. You will NOT be disappointed.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Brandi P.

Unmatched beauty, got to experience island life!

My family and I stayed on Matinicus for a week last summer with our 3 small children...After much searching we found a place that was unique, remote and serene our perfect spot to vacation with kids! A place to let our children run wild. Our goal was to be able to show the kids the Maine experience-the one in which our children drank in the sound of the ocean, caught crabs, picked berries, read stories and created memories that will last a lifetime. Cottage was well equipped with all that we could've asked for- board games, bon fires on the beach, all this while our infant was able to nap in the cottage safely! Cottage owners were friendly and super easy to work with! I loved being able to "experience" the real Maine and cook lobster, haddock, and clams nightly for my family! We even met a woman on the island who baked us fresh blueberry pies! Island life was island life, yet friendly enough to assist with an EMT when our oldest son had an accident and had to be flown to the main land in an emergency.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

deb k.

If Once You Have Slept on an Island.....

My husband and I have been going to Matinicus on and off since the early 1990's. The original ad promised an untouristed island 22 miles out to sea and all these years later it is still untouristed. Matinicus is THE best place to unwind. On a lazy day you can do a lot of watching (we call it Matinicus TV): Watch the sunrise. Watch the tide come in. Watch the seals. Watch the lobsters boats return. Watch the tide go out. Watch the stars. If you are lucky enough to be there during a storm you can watch the waves crash on the rocks in front of the cottage. On a busy day: Rocks to climb. Magical enchanted forest paths to walk through. My favorite is the walk to South Sandy Beach – up the hill, past the church, the school (there were 5 students enrolled last time we were there), and the cemetery – down a woodland path to a beautiful sandy beach where I always ffind seaglass and sand dollars. The cottage is homey and comfortable. It is always clean. The kitchen has all the basics. In the first years we vacationed at Norris Cottage there was an outhouse and outdoor shower. Now there is an Incinolet toilet (very interesting) and an indoor shower. The outdoor shower, with its’ view of the Atlantic wins hands down. The water takes a bit to get used to – you might end up with a rust-colored nail polish by week’s end – just bring plenty of bottled water for cooking and drinking. The amenities - constant view of the ocean, the sound of the buoy bell, lying in bed watching the sunrise over the Atlantic and the salt air. Matinicus is only for people who are flexible. There are two ways to get there from Rockland – plane or boat. If it is foggy – no plane. If the seas are too rough – no boat. You get there eventually and get home eventually). We like to take the 10-minute plane ride over and the hour and a half boat ride back. Matinicus is definitely not for everyone, which is one of the things we like most about the island but we’ll keep going back.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Quintessential Rustic Maine Island Relaxation

Gorgeous, unspoiled, non-tourist experience ... truly AWAY... a place to UNWIND .... This beautiful place is NOT about consumerism or convenience or luxury or any Disney-fied illusion. It IS about immersion in the natural world, a return to an archaic way of living, what money can't buy.... BUT (charmingly) RUSTIC--as in: Must bike/walk on unpaved roads and paths to the bakery (Eva's country kitchen) to fill a jug with good-tasting drinking water (and try whatever's just come out of her oven). The cottage water is potable but has iron/rust taste and may stain anything washed in it. Your cell phone WON'T work here. (Well, maybe if you walk to a high spot and tilt just right ... and there is a land line.) It's NOT about comfort, but it IS very comfortable and, more important, COMFORTING. I've stayed several times in both cottages and you will LOVE it if you actually PREFER to: Take an outdoor (hot water) shower, rather than the indoor shower that's also provided. Be entertained by walking the island, seeing what's washed up on the beaches and staring at the ocean rather than at a TV. (There is none.) Use an outhouse although both cottages have indoor bathrooms, one with a "normal" toilet and the other an incinerating toilet. (Don't ask.) Play cards, converse, wash dishes, work on a jigsaw puzzle or read in the evening. See some exposed rafters and wall studs in lieu of drywall construction. Turn in early because you're tired from hiking and can't wait to get up at sunrise to enjoy the birds, lobster boats, etc. If something breaks it might not get fixed immediately; if you forgot to bring a food item, you'll have to order it delivered (for a fee) from the mainland supermarket, see what food the previous tenants left behind for you or eat MORE lobster.... DON'T COME HERE if you want shopping, restaurants, customer service, amenities, etc. THE amenity is the privilege of being in one of the few remaining places on Earth without those things. I would NOT recommend this place to EVERYONE. But I WOULD absolutely recommend this place to ANYONE who wants what it uniquely offers: Remote island living, away from "modern" life as we know it and are accustomed to accept it. A place to reconnect to what REALLY matters in life. A place to rediscover yourself when you can hear yourself think and have time to feel. Come here with those you care about and care to be with, without distraction.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

marian F., Shelburne, VT

Wonderful Maine out island experience

August 2011-The beauty and being on this remote Maine island was one of the best times I have ever had. Cabin has fantastic location, was rustic, clean, with all that you need to be comfortable. Master bedroom was great. While I do not know if additional improvements have been made to the property since our stay, (hope not too many), it was an "island /camp" type experience, I.e., bringing in your drinking water, we preferred the outhouse to the electrical composting toilet, a great outdoor shower. For my son and myself, we enjoyed the nature of the sea surrounding us, island walks, proximity to the sandy beach, biking, eating lobster often, the fog, even getting on/off the island was an adventure. This cabin was just right; warm enough, comfortable enough,(lovely decks too) , private enough and with an unparalleled view of the sea. I would love to venture out there again- Matinicus is a unique place and the cabin was perfect for us but neither the island nor the cabin would be for folks looking for a seaside resort vacation with amenities. It would be hard to fully separate the cabin from the island experience itself, The would-be traveler to Matinicus might want to learn about the island's history, I.e., lobstering life and it's incumbent issues as it will deepen your experience of the island and it's people. Environmentally, I was happy to see a recycling program that had come into being while I was there and dismayed by the apparent struggle over deforestation. However, if you love the sea and what it brings, then this cabin on this remarkable island will beguile you.

Om vÀrden

Owner Àr vÀrd

VĂ€rdens profilbild
Loved the offshore islands in the 1970's and in 1980 a classified ad appeared in The Maine Times, a tabloid paper back then, advertising this place for sale on Matinicus. It was November. The place just looked great. We've had so much fun over the year.

Varför vÀrden valde detta boende

great spot on the ocean, island is like no place else we've ever been in the United States

Vad som gör detta boende unikt

getting away from it all, off-the-beaten-track.

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Engelska, Spanska