Summer Home with Deep Water Frontage and Dock

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

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Parking available
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Kitchen
Washer

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Georgetown, ME

Georgetown Pottery
‪2 min walk‬
Reid State Park
‪14 min drive‬
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
‪43 min drive‬
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom upstairs

2 Single Beds

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

2 Single Beds

Master upstairs

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This large cottage is located on a secluded half mile peninsula in the mid coast region of Maine known for its beautiful sandy beaches and picturesque fishing villages.

There is a hiking trail along water's edge and also kayaks or canoes for rent to explore the waterways.

The sunroom offers dining with 180° water views. The family room is a great place to relax separate from the main living area. Two of the bedrooms have water views and adjoining baths (one is on the first floor). The deck wraps around the home and leads down to a private dock.

One bedroom offers a queen size bed, there is a full size bed in the second bedroom and the third has two twin beds. Additionally the family room has a pullout queen and it can be completely shut off for privacy. The Summer House has it's own washer and dryer.

For those who desire to stay 'plugged in' we offer basic television channels and wifi.

The kitchen is complete with full size refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster and coffee pot not to mention all the pots, pans, dishes and utensils you will need. If you enjoy to BBQ there is a gas grill just outside the front door. For lobster lovers we have a large pot available for you to cook them fresh in your cottage.

The Midcoast area of Maine is known for its miles of white sandy beaches and Lobster wharfs where you can enjoy their famous lobster dinners on the dock as you watch the lobstermen bringing in their catch for the day. What makes the midcoast so appealing is the fact that you get to enjoy all this without the crowds. You will love the slower pace of life and the pristine beauty of this untouched area.

Property manager

Katie Francis

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

$50 Pet Cleaning Fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Georgetown

Located in Georgetown, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Josephine Newman Audubon Sanctuary and Reid State Park, while Georgetown Pottery and Georgetown Historical Society are cultural highlights. Maine Maritime Museum and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

Georgetown, ME

What's nearby

Georgetown Pottery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Reid State Park - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
Popham Beach - 35 min drive - 33.3 km
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 42 min drive - 44.5 km
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 43 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

Brunswick Station - 20 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Cabin - ‬10 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪Fiona's Catering - ‬10 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Home with Deep Water Frontage and Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Home with Deep Water Frontage and Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Home with Deep Water Frontage and Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer Home with Deep Water Frontage and Dock located?

Located in the heart of Georgetown, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Georgetown Pottery, Casco Bay and Kennebec River. Sewell Pond Conservation Area is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

24 Aug 2023

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

Enjoyed the Summer House

Our family had a great time, loved the location!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom O., Arlington, MA

18 July 2023

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

Great Spot

We enjoyed our stay at the Summer Home. It was a great launching point by land and by water, and Katie was exceedingly responsive and attentive.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

11 Sept 2024

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

Peaceful Georgetown

The photos on the listing are accurate. Lovely setting overlooking the water. The view was enjoyed from the deck and the eating area. There was an eagle that we saw everyday. In addition there was a seal which came to visit. Katie was extremely helpful and responsive to our questions. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

7 Aug 2024

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

Relaxing and peaceful

It was so nice sitting on the deck with our coffee watching the two bald eagles every morning (except the 3 days it rained) Everything was great. The bed was so comfortable--we slept so good. The only bad thing was you couldn't drink the water--it also had a bad smell. So we had to use botted water. We were given 2 gallons but had to buy 2 more because we used it to make our coffee.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti C., Easton, MD USA

25 July 2023

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

Incredible Location, Rental, View of River

Our week at the Summer House in Georgetown, ME was delightful from start to finish! The cottage was very up to date, comfortable, and well stocked!!! The kitchen was well stocked with apliances and pots/pans. The dishes were the best we've ever had in a short time rental! The manager was in touch to determine if we needed anything (we didn't!). The view of the Back River was enhanced by all the windows! We loved the ease of renting kayaks. All of us enjoyed every day thanks to the SummerHouse and its management as our home for a week. We hope to return!!! We recommend with no reservations to guests who want a very special cottage!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa M.

12 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Good location, a few challenges

We have stayed here before and found it to be a good experience, and it was overall as the location is wonderful, the dining space works really well for meals and games, the deck is wonderful, and the space is private. However, the house is becoming more dated, particularly the kitchen with hodgepodge of very old dishes, pots, and pans, not very many mugs or glasses and not organized well. The dishwasher is VERY old and coupled with the salty water, dishes never feel very clean. There were only a few rolls of toilet paper, one roll of paper towels and very little laundry soap provided, and that is with the expectation that sheets and towels are washed by us upon departure (which we knew, but could not do) and the knowledge that there were 6 of us. We had an issue with the 2nd floor shower leaking through to the 1st floor on day 2, so it became unusable for the remainder of the trip and 6 people had to then use one shower. We really are a low key family who do not like to complain, so we managed it well, but we would not have chosen this house with only one shower available to us. The property manager was contacted and responded, but it was then another few days, at our prompting, before we knew that it would not be addressed during out stay. We did receive some financial compensation for our inconvenience.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

3 Sept 2022

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

Peace and quiet

Summer house sits at the point where the view is so spectacular you won't want to leave the deck. We loved the privacy, peace and quiet this house gave us and the kayaking was wonderful. Sitting and watching the sunrise, listening to the birds sing and fish jump was the favorite part of each day. We even were visited by a little seal each day. LOVED THIS PLACE!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

29 July 2022

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

Beautiful Porch View

The cottage was lovely - tucked down a winding road an easy drive from the quaint town of Bath and local groceries and amenities. Sitting on a point along the river, it was easy to enjoy many morning coffees watching the tidal water flow by...catching a glimpse of bald eagles, geese and other birds. The cottage is well-stocked with kitchen supplies linens and towels. The hosts provided us with bottles of water to get our week started. We enjoyed trips just down the road to Reed State Park for swimming and exploring and yummy dinners at Five Islands Lobster, as well as, day trips to Boothbay Harbor and Wiscasset. The upstairs loft is super cute with great natural light and views of the water. NOTE: if you are tall, you will find it a bit challenging to stand upright in parts of the upstairs. The main floor has a great space with lots of windows and again...great views. We enjoyed our time at the Summer House.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

saundra k.

7 July 2022

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

week in georgetown town

lovely cottage with a relaxing view of the river. kitchen has needed items, owners provide starter bottle water because it’s well water which has strong sulfur smell. house is at end of dirt road so good for morning dog walk. the upstairs has slanted roof lines so better for short people but not little ones unless spiral staircase is blocked. fans are available and we used them upstairs but main level was very comfortable at night ( and day). easy access to kayaks but as a paddler, some of the kayaks need repairs if planning on going into the kennebec river, ( eg rudders). comfortable beds, easy access to reid state park and there are access points to the nearby lake for swimming but requires driving to it. we had our dog with us and it was a great place for her and comfortable for the 4 of us. loved having coffee in the morning and drinks in the evening on the deck

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

19 June 2022

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

Wonderful view, fun place

We had a great time staying for 2 weeks. The view is wonderful, we loved watching the tides ebb and flow. Saw many kinds of birds and even a river otter! The cottage was very clean and pretty. We didn't notice any smells, so that issue a prior reviewer mentioned is gone. I will say the floors are very uneven, so if you have balance issues, be careful. Eat at 5 Islands as often as possible! Oh, we also used a lobster pot multiple times. Fun!

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

28 Aug 2021

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

Fantastic Vacation Spot !!

All tucked in down a dirt road , quiet and beautiful views . Very nice and helpful family owned place. We just enjoyed the location so much . Reid State park is so close and is Stunning ! Five Island Lobster Restaurant is right down the street, I think we ate there just about every day . Lobsters were so sweet . So much to do …. Swimming , boating , hiking , Shopping in Bath was fun , great stores and a great little coffee shop ! We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Aug 2021

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

Peaceful spot

Beautiful spot, very quiet and serene. Perfect for kayaking!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sheryl D., Keene, NH

15 Sept 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and relaxing location

This house is situated in an ideal location. The views and atmosphere of the river are the highlight. We enjoyed watching seals, bald eagles, and jumping bass. The hosts were available if needed but left us alone to enjoy our stay. Close to beaches and lobster and all the best Maine has to offer. There were a few not so ideal issues with the house. This is more of a camp house than I realized. It did not seem to have been deep cleaned in quite some time. There were cobwebs in cupboards and crumbs in couches. The showers were not great. The majority of the home is carpeted and, being a pet friendly house, was very musty and smelled. This is not an allergy/asthma friendly house. If the carpets were replaced with hard flooring and the bathrooms updated, it would be much better. One more tip: you may be better off bringing your own linens if you do not want to wait around on departure morning for the wash and dryer to complete. We were using each bed so it took a long time and many loads to wash everything. We ended up leaving at the checkout time with items still in wash and dryer. Overall our family vacation was wonderful. Given the issues I addressed I do not think we would rent this house again without updates being made.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz R., upstate NY

25 Aug 2020

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

What a gem!

What a lovely cottage this is! The location is perfect, the interior even nicer than it looks in photos, and the view of the river is exquisite, from the deck, the dining room, and one of the upstairs bedrooms. You overlook a little boat docking area so it's fun not only to see waterbirds and jumping fish, but folks paddling by in kayaks and other boats. Very quiet, truly pristine. Proximity to Reid State and the free pass is a huge plus. The kitchen is only modestly supplied with equipment-- a blender would be a good addition. Lovely to have the spring water already in fridge! You will need it-- about the only drawback here is that the water smells and tastes pretty awful. As drawbacks go, that's pretty small! Cottage is sun-lit, comfy, inviting and roomy. It is so peaceful here, a true taste of Old Maine. Everything is convenient. Owners and managers are quick to respond. We had a little confusion over kayak rental, but I have no doubt we could iron out any mis-communication easily. The Summer Cottage embraces you from the moment you walk through the door. We will be back!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

France L.

28 July 2020

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

Cute cottage on a quaint river

This location was beautiful for someone new to this part of Maine. We loved the tranquility of it and the nature. The owners are very friendly and responsive. Lobsters cooked at home were so good! We loved Popham beach and all of the surrounding area, including quaint Bath and the town extensive pottery maker in Georgetown. The cottage is very cozy and beautifully set. On a less positive note, be prepared for the bugs at the peak of summer! Also the water is not drinkable as many coast dwellings have their own wells which we didn't know.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

21 Aug 2019

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

Family vacation in August

We enjoyed our stay very much. The setting on the river was great and it was wonderful to watch the effects of the tide coming in or going out. The road leading in was a great pl;ace for us to walk our dog.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

5 Sept 2018

Amazing views, tranquil setting

The pictures truly don't do the property justice!!! We spent SO much time sitting on the deck or the dock. Mornings were enjoyed sipping coffee watching the fish jump, and once a day seeing the seal swim by! One morning, a bald eagle perched across the river. The inlets are gorgeous to explore with kayaks, super mellow and magical! There's plenty of space to spread out, nice furnishings, and I didn't realize how much I would appreciate having a dryer to freshen up our towels coming home from the beach! Katie was accommodating and full of helpful recommendations - like picking up live lobsters nearby at a convenient store!!! We visited both Reid and Popham State Parks - thoroughly enjoyed both. Visiting Fort Popham was fun for all of us (adults and kids aged 10-14). History or boat buffs will LOVE the Maritime Museum in nearby Bath. The highlight of our trip was getting oysters & a shucking knife from the Five Islands Market, which spurred us to venture to Glidden Point oyster farm another day. We spent an afternoon in Wiscasset, and dined one night in Bath (No Coward Soul was awesome!) but our best meals were served at home with the spectacular view. Glad we planned ahead and came with plenty of meals planned. Thank you for the hospitality!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Carolyn s.

28 Aug 2017

bautiful place in Georgetown Maine

The Summer Home at Back River Bend was a beautiful spot for my family's reunion. We loved the dining/sunroom and deck at all times of the day. It is so beautiful and peaceful. We saw seals, herons and other wild life. Both Katie and Sam were very friendly and welcoming. When we called because we couldn't start the grill, they had someone there immediately to bring us a gas refill and make sure it was working.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

judymkauffman@gmail.com K., Salem, MA

8 Aug 2017

Missing it!

Oh what a lovely spot - the cottage, the view, the proximity to everything, the owners' attention to detail. This location with its own dock made us wish we owned a boat. Renting the kayaks was nearly as nice as this is a perfect location for a paddle. Comfy beds, a "can do" kitchen, many places to read, watch tv or just sit and watch the water. The most relaxing vacation I've had in years.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patti C., Easton, MD USA

6 Aug 2016

Absolutely Beautiful and Peaceful Location

We were very happy with The Summer House, particularly the location. On the Back River in a very private setting, we could not have been more content. The house was comfy with a very workable kitchen that was well stocked. The dining table in the sun room with an open view of the the deck, the river, the wildlife, and the few boats (mostly kayaks) was our favorite spot. Second was the deck. It only has direct sun in the a.m., so it was comfortable all day. We had kayaks for the week which made it such fun. We toured some: the state parks and beaches, the Bath Maritime Museum, etc. We also went to the Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick which has outstanding productions. Ruth was most helpful, and responded quickly to our questions both before and while we were there. We highly recommend The Summer House!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Donna B.

4 Aug 2016

What a wonderful vacation !!! Super location !!!

We so very much enjoyed our Maine vacation !!!! The cottage was charming ,location so vey private,and the view was incredible !!!! So much to do -- or not !!!! Enjoyed shopping,whale watching,fishing and hiking !!! Hope to get back again soon !!! Thank you Sam and Ruth !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Duane K., Newville

29 June 2016

Very relaxing!

Had a great week at the summer house! Spent our week kayaking the river, watching deer and turkeys on the river banks around the house in the evenings , seeing the seals feeding and passing by in the mornings, catching striped bass off the dock and from the kayaks.Everything we were expecting, and much, much more! Thank you so much Sam and Ruth for the opertunity to stay at the summer house! It was a pleasure meeting you!!! The Koughs

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mollie H., Brick, NJ

7 Aug 2015

Rustic and peaceful with a great view

very nice property and rental ran by a lovely family. Beautiful views and very peaceful. Great food and sights nearby.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

9 Feb 2013

Worth Every Penny

The two of us stayed at the Summer House for a couple of years now. Last summer we took two weeks there. I read three books while lounging in the sunroom (in my perfect spot) with a fabulous view of the water. Some of our favorite things to do there were looking at the view, going to Reid State Park (pass was included with the house) eating out at Sara’s Café in Wiscasset (try the lobster pizza- but everything is good) There is also a new place just on the north side the bridge to Boothbay on the water. They look super fancy but they have a great price on their lobster dinner. I think it was under 15.00 Do the tourist things like LL Bean about 20 minutes south and Boothbay Harbor-just north of this ideal location. The Chocolate Church in Bath and the Opera house in Boothbay have some nice concerts during the summer. My husband became fast friends with Sam, and Ruth could not be more cordial. In fact, we bought a house nearby so we could enjoy the area year round! I never wanted to ruin our chances of getting our two weeks by my raving review. Purely selfish on my part. The furniture is much nicer than in the old pictures. There is a nice big white table with pretty chairs and new living room sofas. With prior permission they do allow pets, but check first. That was the reason we stayed there in the first place, so I could have my doggie with me. If I needed to stay anywhere while my new place was being worked on, it would be this place. The moment you open the door you feel like it is Maine and it feels like home.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ernest O.

9 Feb 2013

great vacation

Had a great time. Love the place and the whole area. very comfortable accomodation.

About the host

Hosted by Katie Francis

We, Sam and Ruth Francis, are the owners and hosts of eight rental properties in Georgetown, Maine. We have four wonderful grown sons and are proud grandparents. We worked for years to finish our timber frame dream home at the tip of the peninsula. We have past the property management part of the cottages to our son, Chris and his wife, Katie.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this unique fifty acre property with its half mile long peninsula over thirty years ago. Since then we have lived here and operated a traditional wooden boat shop. Over the years we have built six charming cottages, as well as, converted a Sailor's Loft to a rental with breathtaking, panoramic views. We also, offer the home that we first built and lived in to renters, with it's ideal location at the tip of the peninsula with deep water frontage and a private dock. We have added other touches to our property with a garden house, ten slip boat dock, a hiking trail and clearings for fishing and picnics.

What makes this property unique

The cottages are situated to allow privacy but also to maintain the quality of the open, natural spaces. Each cottage overlooks the marsh and adjacent Back River which flows off the mighty Kennebec River and nature conservancy land beyond.

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