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Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets

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Exterior
deck area
view of carrying place cove from the deck
kitchen
cooking area of kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Steuben, ME
  • Rogers Point Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Village Green
    ‪80 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪80 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets

Welcome to our family seaside cottage, since 1964 generations have enjoyed this quiet cozy ocean side retreat! Whether it's being outdoors swimming or boating on Carrying Place cove, searching for sea glass & shells on the rock beaches of Pigeon Hill Bay, Blueberry & Raspberry picking, hiking in the Pigeon Hill Conservation area or Petit Mann Wildlife Refuge, sunning on the back deck listening to the sounds of nature, playing croquet in the large backyard or relaxing inside with one of many books by the gas fireplace, or sit at the large dinning table and challenge yourself with one of many puzzles or board games; this unique cottage offers something for everyone. For all there is the Milky Way Galaxy unfolding above you, looking up at one of clearest night sky's in the northeast!
This very clean and well maintained cottage features a fully equipped large kitchen and one full bathroom. Four to eight people can comfortably sleep in the one bedroom (queen bed) and the three other areas of separated flex space, each with its own full sized futon or fold out sofa, The cottage offers a 4g, WiFi connection, a large TV with Amazon fire stick to stream your favorite shows and movies, BBQ grill, a land line phone for emergencies, and washer & dryer.

If you looking to get away for the day, Steuben is a quick day trip from Acadia National Park, Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Peninsula, Lubec, Eastport, Quoddy Head State Park and Campobello International Park (bring a passport)

Generations of our family have enjoyed this unique spot on the Downeast Maine coast, we are now opening it up for others to enjoy.

Property manager

Steven Woitasek
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

Steuben

Located in Steuben, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chapter Two Art Gallery and Bar Harbor Whale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bar Harbor Whale Watching and Wild Gardens of Acadia. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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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Steuben, ME

What's nearby

  • Rogers Point Beach - 23 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 76 min drive - 79.1 km
  • Village Green - 80 min drive - 81.8 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 80 min drive - 81.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 91 min drive - 89.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bbs Lobster Trap - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hometown Shellfish - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Country Charm - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Binnshire Brewing - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Fire & Dough - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet and Cozy Seaside Cottage with Amazing Sunsets located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Rogers Point Beach, Bartlett Maine Estate Winery and Ray Point. Spring River Lake and Sullivan Harbor Farm are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cottage
Very clean and comfortable cottage in a beautiful setting
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Cottage was comfortable and homey with a lovely view of a lake to the east for sunsets. Beautiful views in short 1/4 mile walking distances too. Saw 8 deer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
It was fine.Quiet. cozy and rural.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine
a nice out of the way stay; will consider coming back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and atmosphere
If you’re looking for a little bit of an adventure, rather than a bland modern hotel room in town, this is a great choice. It reminded me of the house at the lake I grew up in, in northern Michigan, with lots of outdoors to enjoy and enough of the right amenities inside. Steve was very responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage by the sea
Wonderful place to relax with lots of ammenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
The cottage was cozy and clean . We would definitely rent this place again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet spot
Super clean place, nice big kitchen with actually sharp knives. This was very close to some great hiking spots. Space enough for my family of four. We also enjoyed the view out back and saw deer, herons, and lots of dragonflies. Beds are comfy, and we all slept very well at night. This was perfect for a week to decompress. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet stay in otherworldly beautiful spot
A summer retreat (return trip) to a quiet and beautiful area. Hiked in gorgeous nature preserves every day and hung out on the crescent pebble beach across the road. Bliss!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Su P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steuben
It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leesha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 would recommend
This cabin was the perfect way to start our vacation in Maine. The cabin is secluded but there is still activities to do 20-30 min away. The host left us a list of things to do and restaurants to try that were around the area. The cabin has an amazing view of the sunset over the water and the stars were stunning. We saw a family of deer in the backyard. It felt like a home away from home! We would love to go back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to maine
Stayed here with my father and brother while we were visiting my mother. Spent the week at this quiet and cozy seaside cabin. Beautiful views of the water during the day and all the stars at night. Would definitely stay here again if we ever come back. The host was very friendly and answered any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fourth of July
Wanted a nice quiet place to stay while going to a concert in Bangor and it was a great time a wonderful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy and Benjamin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience!
We had our original VRBO cancel last minute, so we found this place, we are so glad we did! Steven was wonderful to work with, he always reponed within an hour or less. The house was so clean, well stocked, and so much fun. Get up, walk down the road and watch the sunrise, it's worth it. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pavlo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage out in the sticks.
We enjoyed it. Really quiet. Nice, cozy place. Pretty wild country there. A lot of deer (and on the roads). Roughly an hour to Acadia. Access to water is not great for swimming purposes, but the sunsets are nice and the so is watching the tide. We only stayed 3 nights, so not everything explored, obviously.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sidney w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Move your heart
Mom in her 80's has mobility challenges and this cottage provided necessary access amenities. Tho physically motion might be difficult, her heart soared to be in this wonderful place for even a few days, the birds and deer and trees and breezes, the changing tidal views kept her entranced. Trails nearby on refuge gave me plenty of wandering time and miraculously little traffic. Hope to return sometime soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend
My sister and I try to get away once a year and this was a great home base for our adventures. Clean, quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pigeon Hill
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
This was an awesome place to stay! The cabin had everything we needed and was clean and in a beautiful location. The check in process was seamless. The owner Steven checked in with us a couple of times via text to see if we had any questions or needed anything.. Which I appreciated. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place
The house was just what we were hoping to find for our vacation. It was a home away from home. We were able to relax in comfort after a day spent exploring the area. Everything was very clean and well stocked with whatever might be needed for our stay. We were pleased to find features which made it easier for someone with mobility challenges. Steven was great! A tropical storm was expected during our stay and Steve made sure we knew what we needed to do. We would like return to this rental again if we are in the area. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
This house was comfortable, well provisioned, and had the added benefit of accessibility with a ramp, shower chair, and a grab bar in the shower. Everything we wanted was easily found and the kitchen had all a cook could ever want. The water view in the back and abundance of wildlife just added to the experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Donna M., Belington

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would return again
The location of the Cozy and Quiet cottage to the numerable walks in the area is a plus. Although it is right on the road to Petit Manon NWF the traffic isn't an issue. The kitchen is adequately furnished including everything you would need for a lobster dinner. You can purchase fresh lobster at the dock in Winter Harbor. The bed in the small bedroom is comfortable and being able to open the windows makes for a nice sleep. The futon in the back room isn't particularly comfortable. Even though there is a house on both sides, it is private due to the vegetation between. (There wasn't anyone in on either side). Overall we could recommend this old style cottage and would stay here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot.
This was initially a little further out than I had thought but that turned out to be a wonderful advantage. It was just perfect for our vacation. It had everything we needed and the view of the sky was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
This house was perfect! Very cute inside, excellent communication with owner, beautiful location, short distance to beach and walking trails
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Spot
Situated on the narrowest part of a peninsula, exactly between world-class nature preserves, with a tidal basin cove in the back yard and beach access across the street, this comfortable cottage just can’t be beat. Loved the entire region…visited multiple preserves and hiking trails. Very quiet and restful. Swam in Pigeon Hill Bay every day!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steven Woitasek

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Born and raised in Massachusetts, I've been a frequent visitor to Downeast Maine and this property all of my life. I've lived in the Portland Maine area since 2001, starting in 2009, I decided to move to Bar Harbor (the gateway service town for Acadia National Park) where I worked as a seasonal restaurant employee and manager. In 2018, my life partner and I purchased the Black Friar Inn and Pub, a seasonal Bed and Breakfast/Restaurant located in the village section of Bar Harbor. In the off season (Dec-April), we live in Portland Maine, the rest of the time we are busy taking care of restaurant or inn guests. We do enjoy spending time out doors, hiking, traveling, craft beer and cider, and exploring small towns around New England and beyond

Why they chose this property

This property was purchased by my family in 1964, over the years the cottage has had several additions, including a deck and the large family / bonus room at the back of the cottage. Also upgrades to the electric, well, and septic systems. The cottage is fully insulted and has been used as a year residence for several years in the early 90s and again in the mid 2000s. The land lot is basically a large rectangle that goes from Pigeon Hill Rd on the front to the waters of Carrying Place Cove on the back, there is a private road/wide trail that runs the length of the property one side, there is also a large salt / fresh water clay mash that is part of the property as you head toward the cove. There is very little standing water, but the mash acts a large sponge for rain run off and as a buffer for higher then avg tides. Over the last 50+ years many generations have enjoyed this area and the peacefulness it can offer, especially outside of the busy months of July and August

What makes this property unique

Downeast Maine is unique in general, and this property is no exception, the cottage sits about 2/3 of the way down Petitt Mann Point, at a very narrow spot, with water on both sides, the house faces east/west with gives a great views of the early morning sunrise and stunning long sunsets over Carrying Place Cove to the west. The cottage is short walk to both the Pigeon Hill Conversation Area and Petitt Mann Federal Wild Life Refuge, because of this there are very few buildings beyond our location, and almost no traffic. It is not uncommon, especially in the spring and fall to sit on the back deck and hear nothing but nature for hours. At night, with the area being one of the least unpopulated areas in the Northeast the night time light pollution is very low, both the moon and night time sky are extremely bright and vibrant.

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English

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