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"The Dory" on Penobscot Bay, Mid-Coast Maine

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Interior
Property grounds
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Islesboro, ME
  • Warren Island State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Belfast Harbor
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Maine Maritime Academy
    ‪112 min drive‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

"The Dory" on Penobscot Bay, Mid-Coast Maine

Looking over Penobscot Bay, "The Dory" is a perfect place to relax and enjoy island life. Set on a dead end street in a quite neighborhood it is easy to connect with nature either in the hammock, on the lawn or on the beach. The screened in porch has a great view of the bay to watch the sunrise or sunset. We can put you in touch with a local fisherman for some fresh lobster or mussels.

This comfortable setting offers a galley kitchen, open living space, screened in porch to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunset and high speed internet. Just across the lawn is a private beach area to look for loons, hawks, bald eagles, seals and other wildlife. We are continuing to update the cottage, so check back for new photos as we get it ready for summer.

Property manager

Mike Clayton

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Well trained pets who get along with other pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND AT THE COTTAGE. No loud parties or loud music.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Islesboro

Located in Islesboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Schoolhouse Museum and Camden Public Library are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lincolnville Ferry Terminal and Cellardoor Winery. Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Coyote Moon are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Islesboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Warren Island State Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Lincolnville Beach - 39 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Megunticook Lake - 47 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 57 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 112 min drive - 88.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 57 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dot's Market - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Beach Store - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Whale's Tooth Pub - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Mclaughlin's Lobster Shack - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Sandcastle Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Dory" on Penobscot Bay, Mid-Coast Maine pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at "The Dory" on Penobscot Bay, Mid-Coast Maine?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Dory" on Penobscot Bay, Mid-Coast Maine?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is "The Dory" on Penobscot Bay, Mid-Coast Maine located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Warren Island State Park, Lincolnville Ferry Terminal and Lincolnville Beach. Schoolhouse Museum and Windsor Chairmakers are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sue s.

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

Loved the Dory

This is a lovely cottage right on the bay. The views were great, the house charming, the island very quaint, the ferry was fun, and we liked Mike, our host, very much. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Visit to a breathtaking Maine Island-without the Acadia crowds

Wonderful summer cottage to base island excursions from. The Islesboro Island Trust offers plenty of areas to see nature,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

The Dory - Jul 14-20

Had a wonderful week on Islesboro. The Dory was charming, located along the water on a quiet street. very comfortable home with great porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

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

Lovely quiet cottage

My wife and 1.5yr old daughter had a great week-long stay at the Dory. As noted by others, screened in porch is great, and the cozy cottage feel was great for the 3 of us. More walkers than cars on the quiet dead-end street between cottage and the beach. And location at the middle of the island (Vs one of the ends) made getting anywhere else on the island an east drive. Great playground with tennis courts and soccer field a 10min walk away too. Great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon M., San Marcos, Texas

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

Perfect small cottage

Beautiful cottage with pristine view. Sleeping porch was a delight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

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

Wonderful!

The Dory cottage was perfect for our plans to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings while experiencing island life. The owners are so nice and helpful. We enjoyed exploring all over the island. A great place to enjoy solitude and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Excellent Owners

I was able to make a last minute reservation for my husband, so that he could stay on the island and finish a job. This couple was extremely accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Great location and relaxing, fun stay

Cute cottage. It was a pleasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

. Perfect little cottage

. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Great stay

Thanks to Mike and Ginnie for a wonderful stay. The house was clean and had very cute decor. We were only there for the weekend but will definitely come back. Great view of the water across the street. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah Z.

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

Great peaceful getaway

Very tranquil setting. The cottage is cosy, clean and well equipped. Very comfortable bedding and plush towels. We enjoyed having lunch on the screened porch with the ocean view. And nothing beats seating by the cove (adirondack chairs provided) to watch the sunset Mike was very responsive and helpful. We felt very welcome. We would definitely consider coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard K.

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

Fabulous cottage, Fabulous island

Wonderfully decorated and ideally located — highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D., Watertown, MA

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

Dream Ocean Cottage

I needed time by the ocean, peace and quiet. The Dory Cottage on Islesboro was the perfect place. This house is a classic Maine summer retreat. The hosts are lovely and I think I should stop writing this before everyone discovers this!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

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

Island Cottage

Great small cottage on quiet street with beach access and beautiful view. It was perfect for our family of 4, and our 1st visit to the island!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mike Clayton

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My great-great grandfather came to Islesboro in the 1800 and built a number of houses in the neighborhood. I was born and raised here on the island. My love of the water and sailing took me away for 20+ years sailing private yachts all over the world. Since then I have returned home to take over the family business of building custom homes.

Why they chose this property

Islesboro sits 3 miles off the mainland and is only accessible by car ferry.
Check the ferry schedule for daily trips.

Languages:

English