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Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge

Machiasport accommodation with kitchen

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Interior
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Machiasport, ME
  • Place, Bad Little Falls Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Burnham Tavern Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, The Bold Coast
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Machiasport

Close to the beach.Within 9 miles (15 km) of this cottage, you'll find Burnham Tavern Museum and Bad Little Falls Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Family Labyrinth and Woods Labyrinth.
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What's nearby

  • Bad Little Falls Park - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Burnham Tavern Museum - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Family Labyrinth - 11 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Machias River Preserve - 12 min drive - 17.3 km
  • The Bold Coast - 15 min drive - 19.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mason’s Brewing Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Takeout - ‬9 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.

Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge

Overlooking Holmes Bay and lovely Long Point nature reserve, the Dock House is a stylish, mini-home connected by a deck and dock to a lobster boat library and lounge. Enjoy sun-filled rooms and mid-century modern decor as well as access to a small beach. Hike some of Maine's best trails (just minutes away) or drive to Acadia, Campobello, Eastport, the Schoodic Peninsula and more. Visit tourist-free coastal towns and go antiquing; buy fresh lobster off the docks, grill on the deck, or dine in-town at renowned Helen's restaurant. The Dock House is great base for exploring Maine's bold coast, countless trails, with day trips to New Brunswick Canada and Acadia National Park.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Rules

Guests must follow a firm dog and beach protocol (which will be emailed prior to arrivial)
No climbing or walking on the prow (front) of the boat

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs must be kept on a leash.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Lovely ocean views hiking lobster boat lounge
Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge East Machias

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge to the beach?

This cottage is 12 mi (22-min drive) from Jasper Beach and 15 mi (27-min drive) from Rogue Bluffs Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge to downtown Machiasport?

This cottage is 1.9 mi away from Machiasport.

Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect trip for my family of 3. Quiet with beauty. We explored the area. Watched movies on the boat on these chilly evenings. I even bundled up and read on the beach. Perfect April get away. Can’t wait to come again one summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is magical. The hosts have thought of everything from planning your days to anything you might possibly need. Decorated to perfection. Very clever. I won’t give away the secrets.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very helpful about local restaurants and outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely comfortable, clean and the lobster boat was such a delight to relax in and enjoy music and reading. Overall…wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful place to stay - beautifully decorated, kitchen has everything you need, comfortable, lovely deck to eat on with views of the bay. Rich provided ample information about places to visit and was so helpful answering our questions. We hated to leave this magical place!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness

boat house

excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Stay

The view was incredible. The boat's lounge and library were a special bonus. Owners were neighborly,.and there was a wealth of info from owner emails and all the rooms. Place was immaculate. I suggest adding the book Stern Men by Elizabeth Gilbert. Came home to my Father's passing (as well as my son's passing in November). This was truly a healing place. Many thanks for this wonderful opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gale R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The view is everything!

A wonderful two weeks in Machiasport even though after 10 years, a moose has not been spotted. Our host could not have been more welcoming. I had seen the magazine featuring the property and it is just as presented. I love Art Deco and vintage furniture. We went to Quoddy and Lubec, Cutler and Machias, some of our favorite destinations. Tom and our little terrier Rita walked a number of trails. The best part of all was enjoying the magnificent view and reading. I think Tom read at least 15 books. Thank you thank you.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thoughtfully designed and curated house and stay

Rich and Julia have thought everything through to make this a welcoming, aesthetically pleasing, comfortable home away from home. Not recommended for energetic toddlers, though! It is smallish, and you have to be gentle with the place. Plenty of info on-site for excursions,shopping, care of the house, plus good reading on local subjects. The location is a great step-off point for excursions up to Lubec and down to Ellsworth, although we focused mostly on the Bold Coast hikes, which are nearby. Dining nearby is sparse, so food shopping and meals deserve advance planning (or time to take up Rich’s many recommendations, and get to them). We really appreciated that the dog was allowed, although the nearest place to let her off-leash was a 5-minute drive away. Rich was a super-welcoming, responsive, and generous host. It was a unique place and a special stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property with a great host!

The cottage was the perfect location for a fall getaway and Rich’s hiking recommendations were excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather W., New York City

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Home Base From Which to Explore the Downeast Coast!

We had been looking forward to our trip for months, especially staying at The Dock House. The pictures accompanying the listing were so enticing - exactly our type of vacation home. As soon as we drove in the driveway, we knew we definitely would not be disappointed. Everything about the little house and the boat were even better than imagined. Clean, bright and very comfortable, not to mention delightfully quirky (in the best sense of the word). It was easy to feel at home. We spent our evenings sitting on the deck with Maine brewed beer, enjoying the view of the coastline. The late August evening light was magical. During the days, we explored the coast, both the towns (Eastport, Lubec, Machias and Cutler) as well as the many hiking trails in the area. The hiking is challenging, but the views are more than reward for the effort. Rich was a truly exceptional host, eager to give us restaurant advice and suggestions for how to spend our days and get the most out of this unique part of Maine. If you’re looking for a “beyond Acadia” experience, I strongly recommend the Bold Coast in general and The Dock House in particular. Both are special places and well worth the long drive from … well, from just about everywhere :). We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

This property was beyond amazing. Rich was so helpful leading up to our trip and checked in with us daily while we were there if we needed anything or to give recommendations. The boat was such a fun place to play cards, read, watch a nautical themed movie and just relax. The main house had everything we would need. There were a few nights we stayed in just to enjoy the views and relax! It is a good location with anything you need right in town in Machias and easy drives to Lubec and Bar Harbor. Definitely recommend staying here if you have the chance!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly unique and comfortable home with a beautiful view & close proximity to many nature preserves.

The view from the house is just lovely, and is situated in a part of the coast that is within easy driving distance to a multitude of nature preserves, and state parks. The house itself is furnished/decorated with a unique aesthetic, and great care and attention were given to every little detail. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need when away from home. The fabulous book selection was also appreciated. Rich was a superb host.....excellent communicator, helpful, and available for any questions. The notebooks they have compiled for their guests, are loaded with articles and information of the area. I'm not kidding when I say they must have spent days, weeks, maybe months gathering it all. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness

An incredibly special place

This is not just a house to rent but an exceptional experience. The house is remarkably thoughtfully designed and furnished, it's in a special location with ocean views, in a part of Maine where it is really hard to find such a special house but where you want to be one of the first to explore the area, the superhosts have knowledge of the area that goes back generations and there is nothing they enjoy more than sharing it, and they are there for you at a moments notice. Sound too good to be true? It's not....I repeat, it's an extraordinary experience and if you stay here you will never forget it. This is the standard that all rentals should strive for, and very few do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Easter Getaway.

Richard was an outstanding host. Not only did he quickly respond to questions, but he sent me several "things-to-do" before departing. We had a relaxing stay with no surprises. Always a plus!! Thanks Rich!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021