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Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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South Bristol, ME
  • Place, Pemaquid Craft Co-op
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, La Verna Preserve
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the area

South Bristol

On the beach.At this South Bristol vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Fort Point and 9 miles (15 km) of La Verna Preserve. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Biscay Pond are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Craft Co-op - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
  • La Verna Preserve - 22 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site - 22 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 26 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming

The house has amazing views and has access to a private sandy/rocky beach that is shared with neighbors. It is located on one of the the highest points on a quiet peninsula in South Bristol. The house overlooks Mcfarland's Cove on one side and John's Bay on the other.

The nearby town seems as if it has been ripped from the pages of story books. It is an authentic working lobster village with one of the oldest swing bridges in the state. It is a picturesque as it gets!

Become immersed in the Maine coast lifestyle! You will wake up to the sounds of seagulls and fishing boats that are off in the distance. You can buy just caught lobster on the nearby docks for the lowest prices imaginable. In the evenings watch the osprey hunt for fish in Mcfarland's cove. If you are lucky you might even see a bald eagle. If you like fishing and boating you will not be disappointed!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Maine Coast House Spectacular Ocean Views Sandy Beach Swimming
Maine Coast Spectacular Ocean Views Sandy Beach Swimming
Maine Coast House Spectacular Ocean Views Sandy Beach Swimming
Maine Coast House Spectacular Ocean Views Sandy Beach Swimming
Maine Coast Spectacular Ocean Views Sandy Beach Swimming

Frequently asked questions

How close is Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.4 mi (39-min drive) away from the Wiscasset, ME (ISS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming to downtown South Bristol?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from South Bristol.

Maine Coast House with Spectacular Ocean Views and Beach for Swimming Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house!

Perfect base for exploring the mid-coast region.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've been staying in Maine for over a decade. They have a lovely property that has great views, easy trails and a nice beach. The house was perfect for a family of four to six and allows pets. Everything was wonderful!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother, Daughters Weekend

Exactly as advertised. Beautiful coastal home with amazing views. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful coastal home with stunning ocean views. This was our first visit, and we absolutely loved it. The large porch and multiple decks overlooking the cove offered amazing sunrises, moonlit evenings, and gorgeous sunsets. The property feels private, even with neighboring homes nearby. Check-in was easy, and communication with our host, Maggie, was excellent and prompt.We enjoyed walking the trails down to the beach to watch the lobster boats from the rocky shore. The home was very clean, well-equipped, and had everything we needed to prepare and enjoy meals. It’s clearly a well-loved, casually comfortable home that made us feel welcome. We truly enjoyed our stay. Thank you Maggie, we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Beautiful area; some issues

First the positives: it’s a beautiful home, great views, excellent location. We enjoyed the use of the house and decks! Close to many enjoyable hikes, and attractions. Negatives: the grill on the deck did not work! Thank goodness we love cooking inside and the weather was cool enough for us to cook indoors.. A larger family who wanted to save money and grill their food would’ve been Out of luck! The photos of the property suggest extensive privacy, however this house is located in an enclave of homes that have been owned by the same families for generations. While the families are nice, you are definitely the outsider. The homes are pretty close to each other where we were, and there was pretty much constant human traffic in front of the deck. So if you are looking for a little seclusion, this place is not for you during the summer months. As a “pet friendly” place, We brought our 2 dogs, who are not off leash dogs in an unknown open space. While they are certainly not dangerous dogs, they do not take too kindly to the constant visitation of the unleashed dogs that belonged to the owners of the house below ours, and they were certainly a part of our life whether we wanted them to be or not! They had no problem coming up onto the deck, the back yard, and outside the basement door. Since they’ve probably been at this house before with family, I assume they thought it was ok to roam here. Had I been aware of the unleashed open field policy of the dogs who live there for the summer, I wouldn’t have chosen the property for sure. Or, I would’ve opted to kennel my dogs for our vacation. I felt as if I had to look out and clear the way before I took my dogs for walks, before sitting on the deck, and pretty much any time we were at the house. Very stressful. Maybe we just rented at a really busy week, I’ll definitely take the responsibility of vacationing on a busy, family filled week, but the unleashed/random visiting dog thing is not ok to me. We definitely saw the dogs urinating and defecating on the lawn which we were responsible for cleaning up. Not cool. In closing, it’s really a beautiful home. If you plan on coming during a busy summer week, leave the dogs at home if your dogs don’t like random visiting dogs who live in the enclave for the summer or long periods of time. ! I wish we would have known that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is my happy place:-)

Our family loves this house & location so much--we came back again this year. Maggie (host) makes everything so easy, including check in/out and quickly responding to questions &/or requests. It's difficult for me to write a glowing review b/c I want to keep this place all to myself! But I have to be honest--it's wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

James S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Very poor experience overall

Very poor experience - no arrival instruction, unable to reach owner, door locked on first level after waiting an hour went to 2nd level deck to find door unlocked, no info or welcome message, no linens on beds, dirty laundry in closet. No info on property or area. Suggest finding other location - will not return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Bristol

My husband and I had a great time. It was easy getting in touch with Maggie, and we had everything we needed. The only down side is that I didn't realize some things close up late September/mid October, so we didn't get to do some things I wanted. We don't usually vacation this late in the year, so lesson learned!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

The property is just far enough out of town to be very quiet and peaceful. Each morning you can hear and see the lobster boats out in the bay at work. This property is situated in a great jumping off spot for exploring all the quaint fishing towns nearby. The house has all the normal amenities you will need but if you are wanting to watch tv, then make sure you bring a laptop to stream Netflix. The trail down to the beach is fairly straightforward and the waves are soothing to listen to as they crash on the rocks below. It was very thoughtful of Maggie to even leave my wife and I an anniversary card on the table upon checkin. If you are looking for that quiet spot to relax in the idyllic Maine setting, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

myron s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation ever

Had a great time and the house was better than the pics. The sunrise was awesome. Can't wait to go back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Beautiful and peaceful!

Quiet, cozy home with stunning views. Great location. Close to Pemaquid Beach and downtown Damariscotta. Fantastic hiking nearby too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Great, peaceful spot!

The house was clean and cozy, perfect for our family of 4. Beautiful views, easy to get to the beach. Very peaceful surroundings and not too far from downtown. Hope to visit again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Fantastic house in a picture perfect location. Great host.

The house was a perfect spot for our family to chill and enjoy the Maine coastline. The house is charming and simple, very comfortable for the 5 of us to stay in. We brought our dog to stay with us and she had tons of room to roam around outside. The nearby beach was a 3 minute walk and almost deserted. Maggie was a great host. Good communication before arrival and then super friendly and welcoming once we arrived We can't wait to find another chance to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Great house, great location, loved it!

We stayed here for our 2nd anniversary and absolutely loved it! We brought our 2 dogs and our 5 month son and it was the best family vacation. The beach is a short walk, the sunrise views were amazing, it’s quiet, and all the people around us were so nice. Maggie was wonderful and the house manager was so nice (and even came by to check on us after a big storm came through). The only negative thing I can say is there is no AC, so be prepared and bring fans... it was hot the week we went!! But everything was clean and perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine M.

Lovely house, very clean. Had a wonderful three day stay.

If you are looking for a quiet, rural vacation with friendly neighbors, this is the place for you. Lobster co-op right up the street, you really get them right off the boat ! Lovely home, extremely clean, everything you need. Ocean views, little private beach a short walk. We love to go antique shopping, so many places to choose from. Would we come back again ? Absolutely !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

All the amenities of home along with the beautiful town of South Bristol

Great place to enjoy all that Maine is. What wonderful people and the town is right out of a story book. Quaint and picturesque as it can get. The freshest fish available right from the docks; cooked or take it home and prepare it yourself.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Sigrid M.

Comfortable, great location and well equipped.

We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable home. There were good views from the decks and it was a very short walk to the water. We enjoyed the fireplace in the evenings and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking. The king bed in the master was very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tyler O.

Spectacular views of the water. It was magical sitting in bed watching the sun rise with my son.

The house was clean, cozy. Had everything we needed and more. This was our first experience with VRBO and will definitely use again. We look forward to coming back and enjoying all those decks.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

rudy a.

Great place to stay.

The accomdations were just right for our family. The views are fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

This is a lovely getaway, very nicely appointed, modern and comfortable!

This house is just lovely, well equipped and comfortable. The general area is beautiful and there's lots of touristy things to do somewhat nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Refreshing sea air in the quietest neighborhood...

We love to come to ME off season and try a different area each year and thru VRBO we've always been happily satisfied...and this year, Maggie's place in S. Bristol was no exception. The house is immaculate; brand new, and everything we needed was there. No surprises! What a wonderful thing it is to borrow a family's home, land, and history for a few days get-away and then return to our own places with new memories. I enjoyed waking each morning to the sunrise over the water-the house is simply filled with light and the decks offer great views. Like her brother, Dave, said, "You're on Maine time now!" Something about the sea air @ Mac Farland's Cove makes you...happy to be there. My 87 yo mom enjoyed a schooner sail @ nearby Boothbay (East Wind) and even made it up the narrow stairs @ Pemaquid Lighthouse to the view of crashing waves, (her highlight). Mine was revisiting Popham Beach -an hour drive away, but worth it, and hiking to the island during low tide and finding sand dollars. Coming back to the Cove for grilling on the deck was home! (Nearby Osier's or Pemaquid Co-op were great for take -out or eat there seafood-and the Boothbay Harbor Co-op.) Much appreciated, Maggie!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Brian R.

Off the beaten path

After a drive through narrow roads to get there we found the house and it was lovely - not too far from Damarascotta, perfect views of the water in two directions, neighboring several other properties full of nice, helpful people. The three story house was well stocked, from the ping pong table in the basement to the fully outfitted kitchen to the balconies off each of the upstairs rooms. We loved every moment of our stay, climbing on the ocean rocks in low tide to the east of the house, playing on the beach to the west, curling up on the balconies with the books gathered from Damarascotta's excellent bookstores. It was an idea long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

Lovely Time!

We were there for a week (2 adults) and had a good time. The house is well-located along "Mid-Coast" Maine at the top of a hill, and has a view of water on two sides. It's a short walk to a small sandy beach. The house is comfortable, well-furnished from our point of view, and had laundry facilities and good kitchen appliances, dishes and tools. We truly enjoyed the decks for coffee each morning and planning our day!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Wonderfully Relaxing and Picturesque

My husband and I stayed at Maggie's home for the long weekend. It was perfect! The view, the access to the bay to swim, open windows and sea breezes....just perfect. Maggie's home is clean, very comfortable and the location is off the beaten path. thank you and I do hope we have an opportunity to stay there again. Joan and Ben
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gayle G.

Great house with water view and accessible beach

The house is in a secluded location with nice water views from both sides of the house. There is a small sandy beach which is unusual in this part of Maine. We had excellent fresh lobster from the South Bristol Lobsterman's Coop and we also picked our own mussels from the water/rocks in front of the house! It is a short drive to Pemaquid Lighthouse and the Sea Gull restaurant next so did serve a great breakfast with an spectacular view. Maggie was able to arrange a boat ride and that was the highlight of the trip. Damariscotta is a cute town with many shops and restaurants which was a nice afternoon outing. Boothbay Harbor is about an hour drive and was another fun day with beautiful sights. Maggie was wonderful and very accommodating. She was assessable by phone, email and text.