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Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine

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Front corner view of the Carriage House shows off the deck and entry portico.
Carriage House and surrounding gardens and parking area.
Dappled sunlight shows off the house's architectural features.
Later afternoon sun shades the house and lawn.
Upper deck is comfortably shaded. Lower patio with table, umbrella and chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Northport, ME
  • Lincolnville Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Megunticook Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Belfast Harbor
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living area

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine

Our Carriage House is located on a beautiful stretch of Maine's mid-coast area. Conveniently located between the two towns of Belfast and Camden, the house is set in a very private area, at the end of a mile-long paved, private cul-de-sac drive. Nestled into a wooded ridge at the foot of Jackson Hill, the Carriage House is an ideal vacation home for a family or a couple looking for peaceful, upscale lodgings while exploring coastal Maine.

The house was built in 2004. The main living space is the eat-in kitchen, with cathedral ceilings, a granite and stainless look and modern appliances. As foodies, we focused on the kitchen, with all the expected appliances including a dual fuel range, but also a KitchenAid mixer, a blender, a salad spinner, a wine fridge and an espresso machine. The master bedroom has a queen bed and a twin in a cozy alcove separated by a curtain. An adjoining bathroom has two locking doors, while the second bedroom has two twins. These could be made into bunkbeds if preferred. Larger groups have a 6th guest sleep on a large couch downstairs.

There are three outside decks. A small shaded balcony off the kitchen offers a lovely place to have enjoy morning coffee while viewing the beautiful wooded surroundings, mountains, and distant ocean. The larger front patio has a table and 4 chairs and is good for enjoying the woodland scenery, relaxing or sunbathing. The back patio is the perfect place for outside grilling, sunning, or reading.

All the upstairs rooms have window screens and ceiling fans, and supplemental air conditioning is available, though the home stays pretty cool built into the hillside in our cool climate. We are members of our local community solar energy project, which provides the electricity.

The neighborhood is a quiet and natural setting. Many of our neighbors enjoy walking the mile-long road for exercise and fresh air. Come and check out our cottage in Mid-Coast Maine!

Property manager

Joe Anderson

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for kids as there is no traffic.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lincolnville

Located in Lincolnville, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Lincolnville Ferry Terminal and Cellardoor Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Camden Hills State Park and Warren Island State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Coyote Moon and Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Northport, ME

What's nearby

  • Lincolnville Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Camden Opera House - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Megunticook Lake - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 17 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 17 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hoot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dot's Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Only Doughnut - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Beach Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whale's Tooth Pub - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Windsor Chairmakers, Lincolnville Beach, and Camden Hills State Park. Pitcher Pond and Schoolhouse Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
The carraig
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

stephanie g.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Needs
Outside lights not and it was dark at check in. House was too warm but we were able to close off bedroom for cooler sleeping. Property was great but needed some tending to. No ice and it was summer. No comfortable outdoor furniture on decks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

bill g.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Bill
I found Vrbo process for messaging our host impossible. I was sent a code which was said to be incorrect. After numerous attempts I gave up. Fortunately our host lived nearby and met us in person nice man and nice place
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth P., San Antonio, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet, private property; good location
We have stayed here before, and found it to be pleasing, quiet, and well-maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and convenient
We really enjoyed our stay at the carriage house! Nice location close to a few different towns and very quiet at night. Kitchen was well stocked and plenty of towels and linens.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine getaway
The property worked fine for us but may be difficult for more guests given just 1 bathroom. The house needs some maintenance but we were not bothered by it. The house location is private and quiet. We enjoyed the balcony. Would have loved a firepit or hottub (especially after big hikes)! The kitchen was adequately appointed which allowed us to cook at the house comfortably. The bedding was comfortable. The price point was appropriate.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth P., San Antonio, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice property—more long term maintenance needed.
Very cooperative host—helpful, communicative. Very nice property. Short term cleaning was good—floors, carpets, sinks, tub, toilet, counters, furniture, fridge and stove were all clean. Cleaning supplies were more than adequate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and centrally located
Great base location for seeing the mid-coast region, whether it be Camden, Belfast, Lincolnville or Bar Harbor. Not for someone looking to be in the middle of town. Enjoyed a few meals listening to the rustling leaves, singing birds and soft maritime breezes. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Great location. Everything you need for a wonderful relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in Northport Maine. At some point in our life we will be back.
Very good.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, Peaceful Stay
We really enjoyed the peacefulness of Joseph's place. It was a few miles outside all the hustle and bustle of Camden, but close enough to enjoy all the wonderful restaurants and walk the town. Great home base to explore the Maine coast or just hang up and relax. Thank you Joseph for your hospitality!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We'll be back
What a beautiful spot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Trip to Maine
This was our first trip to Maine. We looked at hundreds of places to stay before picking this one and we hit a home run. Great place to stay. Property was as advertised. Very quiet secluded location in a great area. Would stay there again if and when the opportunity arises. Joe was easy to reach and communicate with. He was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Anniversary trip
Great location, very private. Very spacious cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport Carriage House
This was the perfect home base for our family of 5 to explore coastal Maine. We spent time in Old Orchard Beach, Portland, Boothbay Harbor, Camden, Rockland, Rockport, Belfast, Acadia, & Bar Harbor. The wooded setting was beautiful & private. The home was lovely, clean, & comfortable. We would highly recommend. The owner went over and above when we had personal issue. He could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeff B., Frederick, MD, USA

Liked: Location
Needs work to bring it up to par
As others have noted, the location of this property is excellent for exploring the mid coast of Maine. It is close to Camden, Bar Harbor, Belfast, and many other tourist destinations. Also, although the property is right off Rt. 1, it is quite and secluded. This being said, however, the property is in need of a serious refresh and decluttering. The main couch in the living area has been patched and still has a large rip in it, broken chair, light bulbs that need replacing, cabinets that need cleaning, garbage that was never picked up, a table that we were afraid to touch for fear that it would collapse, etc. Additionally, there was no over-the-air TV, the wi-fi was spotty, and the "smart" TV would never connect to the wi-fi. With a bit of work and freshening, this property would be worthy of 5 stars, but not as it is.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Johanna M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The carriage house is in an amazing location for exploring Maine and has a great layout for a family. That said, the property wasn't super clean and some of the furniture was a bit run down. Overall, we had a great stay but wasn't quite what we expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Peaceful property that needs a little maintenance and better cleaning
Quiet, small getaway in the woods. Convenient to Camden and Belfast. Newish house, good spaces, high ceilings, natural light. Wonderful balcony overlooking the woods. Well-equipped kitchen. Would benefit from some maintenance and more attention to cleaning between guests, as well as clearer information on check-in and amenities in the house.

8/10 Good

Olivia A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine cottage
Great location! The house was extremely hot upon our arrival due to a hot front but thankfully the window unit cooled the master bedroom with all the fires remaining closed. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcela G., Bronxville, NY USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Amazing location. Quiet and secluded spot but still a very short drive to all the great restaurants in Camden and the cute family beach in Lincolnville. Mid-coast Maine location is ideal as a base camp to do day trips to both Acadia National Park and beaches in the south. Joe, the host, is a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Midcoast Maine 2019
This property was as described, "Exquisite Carriage House in Beautiful Coastal Maine". My wife and I have been involved in an "affair" with this part of Maine for over 10 years. Every year we pick a different home to stay in. This was by far the most elegant and peaceful we have found. It is perfectly located between Camden and Belfast and offers privacy while you can easily get to Route 1 and begin your adventures each day. There is plenty to do in this area! We spent our last day on Islesboro, which is a great, quiet, Maine island. Don't miss the oportunity to check it out. Our host, Joe, was a congenial man who wanted us to be comfortable and happy. His home was the vehicle for this needed get away. When we left he asked me if I had any suggestions to improve our stay or his Carriage House. All I could say was, it seemed and was perfect for us. Thankyou for a quiet, private and comfortable refuge for our stay. Hope to return soon. Michael & Linda, New Hampshire.

8/10 Good

Connie M.

Quite! Beautiful views! Everything you need!
Great location for us to stay, near family! Got to see the peak of the trees !
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

North woods retreat
We enjoyed the Carriage House for the month of Oct. and could have stayed longer. The cottage is tucked into the hillside with lovely natural landscaping. Each time we drove up the road from the highway, we felt that we were returning home. The inside of the cottage is sunny, tastefully decorated, and very comfortable. The upstairs kitchen and dining room have a great view. Our favorite activities were hiking, beachcombing, and prowling around Camden. We'd recommend this cottage to anyone who likes privacy and a natural setting.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

Absolutely amazing!
Beautiful cottage nestled in a woodland setting in mid coast Maine. My husband and I spent 2 1/2 months there and we had a wonderful time! The house is very comfortable and nicely decorated. Located right in between Belfast and Camden, two quaint and amazingly beautiful towns. Joe, the owner is very nice and accommodating. Always available when needed. We had great weather, saw the leaves change color....and we also got to see some snow! If you're looking for a place to stay while exploring the coast of Maine, this is definitely the place! We'll go back to Northport one day, and hopefully the cottage will be available. Thanks for everything Joe!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

excellent house mid-coast Maine
House is private, in a quiet spot, nearly new inside, well-maintained, has great light, and was nicely appointed. Gas stove and decent cooking gear a real plus. Nice variety of decks & spaces. OK wireless. Great location for general mid-coast Maine activities. Near oodles of kayaking & hiking, not even counting the ocean. We are pretty low-maintenance so didn't ask much from owners, but they seemed very nice. Minor negatives: no dressers/bureaus for clothes in Master Bedroom. Bed not the greatest - too squishy & had troughs.

About the host

Hosted by Joe Anderson

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We live on the coast of Maine and have 3 grown children. I am a local pediatrician and enjoy sailing and playing soccer during my time off.

Why they chose this property

We bought the house and the land that it was built on in 2004. We lived here for 2 and a half years while we planned and built the house that we currently live in, sharing the driveway 700 feet up the hill. We think that the Carriage House is a perfect spot to stay for anyone who is interested in seeing mid-coast Maine. We love the fact that the house is completely private: nestled in the side of a hill, surrounded by beautiful woods, and the Camden Hills and Penobscot Bay in the distance. When we travel, we appreciate clean, well appointed facilities. We have done our best to make the accommodations in the Carriage House those that we would hope to find when traveling.

What makes this property unique

Woodland tranquility is the best feature of the Carriage House- something that seems to be harder and harder to find. Sitting on one of the three decks enjoying a coffee, you might see turkeys wander by, or hear the cry of a loon from a nearby lake. We have even seen a moose in the yard! At the same time, it is within range of numerous fun activities like beach swimming and boating, windjammer cruises, good restaurants, Acadia National Park and many others. Come and see for yourself!

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish