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Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay

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View from the Deck - Enjoy your days relaxing on the deck with the sound of the ocean gently rolling onto the shore
View of Bay Vista from the Water at High Tide
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 687.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Harpswell, Maine
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • LL Bean Flagship Store
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay

Waterfront Bliss Awaits at This Renovated Cottage on Middle Bay

Step into the living room of this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage and feel as though you're standing on the bridge of a ship—surrounded by water on all sides. With stunning 180-degree views of Middle Bay in the Casco Bay area, this home offers a rare sense of immersion in nature. Just steps away, a private stairway leads to your own 100 feet of peaceful sand, rock, and calm-water beachfront—perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing by the shore.

The spacious deck is ideal for grilling and dining al fresco, while the separate yard invites you to enjoy lawn games like badminton or catch. You’ll experience the perfect balance of peace and connection, with serenity on the water and proximity to nearby attractions. Watch the sunset with a glass of wine in hand as the sky puts on a show just for you.

Inside, the cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy dining area for six, and a comfortable living room with panoramic ocean views. Kick back with the wall-mounted TV, cable, and internet—or just soak in the views.

Upstairs, you’ll find a bedroom with two twin beds, a full bath with a shower, a hallway closet, and the primary bedroom offering breathtaking ocean vistas. Downstairs (daylight basement) includes a private queen bedroom, additional storage, and access to the washer and dryer. For year-round comfort, the home is equipped with heat pumps offering both heating and air conditioning.

In addition to the peaceful seaside neighborhood setting, you’re just 15 minutes from Brunswick’s shops, restaurants, and amenities. Whether you're exploring tidal pools with the kids, enjoying a romantic evening on the deck, or basking in the quiet luxury of seaside living, this cottage delivers the ultimate coastal Maine getaway.

Your perfect oceanfront escape is waiting—come make it your new favorite vacation tradition.

Pets are welcome at Bay Vista (a non-refundable pet fee applies)

Bed types/descriptions:
Second Floor-
Master with King Bed
Second Bedroom with Two Twin Beds
Daylight Basement-
Third bedroom- Queen Bed

Bathroom setup/description:
On Main Level- Full Bath with Shower Only
Second Floor- Full Bath with Shower Only

Air Conditioning: Yes, via heat pumps in daylight basement, first level, king bedroom, and 1 portable AC unit in twin bedroom
Beach/Water Access: Direct, on property via private stairs, rocky/pebbly shoreline
Beach Towels: Not included
Departure Cleaning: Included
Cable TV: No cable, Smart TV only
Closest Shopping Village: Brunswick, 15min away
Coffee Maker: Yes, automatic drip AND Keurig available
Dishwasher: Yes
Grill: Gas Grill available, Propane provided
Heat Source: Heat Pumps and Hot Water Baseboard Furnace
Internet Access: Yes, Xfinity Cable Internet and WiFi
Linens & Bath Towels: Included, beds are made prior to guest arrival and towels remain in their sanitized packaging, placed on each bed
Lobster Pot: Yes
Outdoor Firepit: No
Parking: 2 cars
Stairs to Water: Yes
Trash Removal: Included, picked up weekly (for multi-week stays) or upon departure
TV: Smart TV in Living Room
Usable Fireplaces: No
Washer & Dryer: Yes, located in daylight basement
Water Frontage: Direct ocean frontage
Water Source: Well water with filtration/softener system, bottled drinking water recommended

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 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

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Arctic Museum and Arctic Studies Center and Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gulf of Maine and Brunswick Golf Course. Ash Cove Pottery and Paddleworks are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Harpswell, Maine

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bowdoin College - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 24 min drive - 19.0 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 34 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park - 43 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 19 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay Vista - 3BR, 2BA waterfront home with sunset views over Middle Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Casco Bay and Lower Goose Island. Ash Cove Pottery is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

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

Great Vacation

I had a wonderful stay. The views of the ocean were incredible. Comfortable sleeping quarters and a great view. The deck had a beautiful sunset. Enjoyed watching the boats go back and forth. Very happy with the whole place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merri S.

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

Beautiful views

Beautiful sunsets over the water!! Nice deck with table and chairs and large windows in living room and upstairs bedroom overlooking the water. Bedroom with twin beds is small and bedroom in basement is a bit stuffy but both are ok. You can walk along the beach when the tide is out and take dips when the tide is high. House was well supplied. We enjoyed our stay and had fun exploring the area! Be sure to eat at The Dolphin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Love it from Lovell

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Bay Vista was perfect! The views were amazing, sunsets included! It was great to be able to walk the beach at low tide and swim at high tide. The home was very clean and comfortable, loved all the windows, and had everything we needed. The location was great, various areas to explore locally, and convenient to have Brunswick close by. The management team was great with providing us all necessary info, and always quick to respond if we had questions. We look forward to staying here again- thank you!!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Portland, ME

Fantastic views & relaxing stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve never stayed in the midcoast area before and were very pleased with our experience with the Bay Vista property and MaineStay Vacations. The property had amazing views and was in a nice, quiet area, very conducive to a relaxing vacation. It was clean, well-stocked and comfortable - we spent a lot of time enjoying the views from the deck, kayaking from nearby George Mitchell Park and driving around the area. It was very humid during our stay, so we were very happy to have A/C!The MaineStay team was very informative and super responsive, making sure we had all of the necessary info to fully enjoy our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L F.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Annette F.

Lovely spot to unwind!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of this rental is unmatched! At the end of a private dirt road with no traffic or noise other than the sound of a boat or waves lapping. It was great to sleep with the windows open as well. We'd definitely come back!

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

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

Sunset central

Beautiful views of Middle Bay. Mornings watching the lobster boats and evenings watching the sunsets, all while listening to the sea gulls discuss who's getting the day's findings. Compliment this taste of Maine with a fresh and brightly remodeled cottage, and you can't go wrong staying here if you're looking to experience everything Maine coast has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Susan N.

Great place, well appointed, would repeat!

We thoroughly enjoyed out stay at Bay Vista in Harpswell Maine this past week. The house was right on the water, with a great porch, awesome views, the best sunsets ever! It was very comfortable for my husband and I and we could have accommodated another 4 people easily. The owners provided any item you might need in a kitchen and we were lacking for nothing to cook every night! The house was very clean, in very good condition with no real complaints at all. We would recommend this property anytime and would surely do it again another time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gregg R.

Great home base for a beautiful vacation

We spent three nights at Bay Vista and had a fantastic time. The house has everything you need and was a very comfortable place to wake up and come home to after exploring the area during the days. You can't beat the gorgeous views of the water from the master bedroom and living room. The amenities were all in working order and everything was nice and clean. The nearby SchoolHouse Cafe deserves special mention and immediately became our favorite way to start our days - delicious coffee and breakfast. Each day started there, included a couple of beautiful hikes (they are everywhere and well marked), walks along coves and beaches, and delicious dinners in the Harpswell area or Brunswick (loved El Camino). We highly recommend Bay Vista. Hope to get back there someday...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Randolph G.

House with all the amenities on the water...

This is the second time we have stayed in Bay Vista. When we arrived the house was clean and well stocked with toiletries and the basics for cooking. Everything worked well and it was very comfortable for 5 adults and 2 children. Nice deck over looking the bay with a big gas grill. We would recommend this property highly. Places to eat...Five Islands, The Dolphin, Schoolhouse Café, Erica's, and for dessert Gelato Fiasco in Brunswick. Things to do...Portland Seadogs baseball, a schooner sail out of Portland, hiking, kayaking, and driving around visiting the small towns and lighthouses. There is also a bike ride in Portland of lighthouses which we heard about. And watching the sunset over the islands across the bay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Overpriced for level if accommodation

Cottage is nicely updated and appointed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg N.

We highly recommend a stay at Bay Vista

In fact, I just recommended Bay Vista to my brother for his upcoming Maine trip. As the other reviewers note, the view is second to none - whether sitting on the deck or looking out from any of the many bay-facing windows in the house. We were often out and about exploring the area from Harpswell to Portland, but Bay Vista was a lovely gathering spot for our family. We have stayed in other rentals over the years and after we arrive we realize that the online pictures were clearly outdated; however, Bay Vista looks just like it does in the photos. The house has updates throughout, including new appliances, fixtures, and flooring; yet, the updates don't take away and even enhance the Maine cottage feel that we were hoping for on our trip.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Serene stay in your lovely vacation home

Thanks for a wonderful stay in your serene vacation home. My family and I enjoyed visiting many of the local spots you suggested like the Dolphin Restaurant and getting take out from Erica's Seafood in Harpswell. Brunswick and Bath were fun to explore, we like the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath. We used the house as a base for great day trips to Portland, biking Peaks Island, hiking at Wolf's Neck Woods State Park & Camden Hills State Park. My teens enjoyed shopping in Freeport. The house was clean and comfortable. My in laws loved the privacy of the basement bedroom. The view from the master was so beautiful my husband and I didn't want to get out of bed each morning. We are returning to your home this summer, Maine in May is not crowded which we enjoyed, this year we want to experience the summer season in Maine. Can't wait to return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Thank you for a wonderful stay

I just logged on in hopes of booking a week this fall at Bay Vista (will be our 3rd vacation there), saw these two negative reviews and felt I had to post our experience, which has been nearly perfect every time. We adore this place. The deck is just heaven - perfect sunsets, propane grill, and a staircase down to the water with a peaceful little landing that's great for reading. I'm guessing housekeeping is not able to check every dish/utensil every week as this would be prohibitively expensive, so the dish issue seems more like slobby previous renters than a management issue. I'm pretty OCD about cleanliness and this is one reason we love this place - everything seems new and very clean. I have slept in all of the beds at one time or another, and they are all very comfortable. We did email the owner once about an issue with the grill, and they responded immediately (fixed the next day) and thanked us for letting them know. The bottom line is there are a lot of questionable rentals out there and this is NOT one of them. Perfect location, great amenities, clean and well-appointed. We wouldn’t go anywhere else!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Cindy B.

Summer '12 at Bay Vista

My family of six adults had a wonderful stay in Harpswell, a town we have visited twice before. Thankfully, our memories of our recent "Maine"event" do overshadow the troubling issues we encountered at Bay Vista. The upstairs sink was still dripping (as remarked by a July visitor) when we arrived (plumber came our fourth day) and the basement bedroom has puddling and mold growing due to water condensation in the laundry/furnace room. This is a dangerous issue, not only for breathing purposes but also for safety reasons. We dealt with the same lack of kitchen amenities as the July renter and add to that the dilapidated dining table and chairs we cautiously used. Debbie at Homes and Harbors delivered two deck chairs for us as the homeowner had only provided four for use by the six of us. What saved the house for us was the beautiful view, magnificent sunsets, peaceful location and the deck. Unfortunately, it is my opinion that the homeowners themselves lack respect for their paying house guests.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Sandra S.

Bay Vista

The house itself was very nice except the dishes in cabinet were dirty with food. Some of the pans looked like they were put away dirty. There was no broom to sweep the floors and the upstairs bathroom sink had a leak, there was a bowl under it that we had to constantly empty. We had to go out and buy all paper products to use for the week. It would off been nice also if there was a pot big enough to cook lobsters. Also needs to get another barrel for the trash one is not enough and get furniture that is comfortable to sit on I don't feel this place was worth the money they charged. We will definitely be back next year but would not want to stay here again.

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