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Architectural Lighthouse

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Summer House Front
Out on the Deck
Tower Bedroom
Dinner on Orrs Island
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Orrs Island, ME
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Paddleworks
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Architectural Lighthouse

Pineplace Lights is a uniquely designed elegant architectural lighthouse designed by architect Mark Ruhle. It was his vision that each space is unique. Therefore you will find each room a comfortable delight eliciting different senses and feelings.

Pineplace Lights is nestled in the deep pine woods of Orrs Island Maine overlooking historic Lowell's Cove. Come experience the essence of Maine which inspired artists such as Andrew Wyeth and Winslow Homer as well as the children's book 'The Whale in Lowell's Cove.' Walk to the nearby beach to lounge in the sun and to enjoy the salty air. Afterward, enjoy a fun evening of dining and relaxing at various local restaurants or just stay in and cook your own meal in our carefully equipped kitchen. At night you will sleep deeply and soundly in our comfortable beds, the sounds of the cove a lullaby.

You can share many happy hours with your family and friends while sitting on our wide deck which catches the sun of the day and the breeze off Lowell's Cove. Almost every room in the house has a spectacular Cove view. There are 6 bedrooms and seven decks. There is a large backyard that includes an acre of Pine Forest. There is a small secluded studio in the woods. Kids can use it for a hangout. Adults can paint, write, read, or just meditate.

Choose to spend your vacation at Pineplace Lights and you will never regret a moment. It is an experience that will give you memories that will last a lifetime.




Keywords: Lighthouse design large vacation home, Large porch across the front-facing Lowell's Cove, Lots of windows Overlooking Cove, Pets Welcome, Seven decks, Well appointed kitchen, 3 Baths, Handicapper friendly, Close to Brunswick, Freeport, Waterfront, Lobster Cove, Roomy, Nicely Furnished, Weddings, Reunions, Retreats, House on the Cove

Property manager

Stacey Webber

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests do own snow shoveling

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orrs Island

Located in Orrs Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum and Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Paddleworks and Land's End Gift Shop. Ash Cove Pottery and Maine Maritime Museum 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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Orrs Island, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Paddleworks - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bowdoin College - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 37 min drive - 40.8 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 24 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cod Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Architectural Lighthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Architectural Lighthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Architectural Lighthouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Architectural Lighthouse located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Casco Bay, Ragged Island and Paddleworks. Bailey Island Bridge and Cobwork Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay in a beautiful location
We really enjoyed our stay. The area is very peaceful, good hiking trails, friendly neighborhood, great views
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing
We loved this beautiful, comfortable, well-stocked house at the end of a quintessential Maine cove. Great home base for exploring the area and all that coastal Maine has to offer. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property and great location
Had a fantastic Memorial Day stay. Enjoyed everything about the house which is well maintained and stocked more than you can imagine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicoe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with plenty of space.
This was a multi-generational trip and the property had plenty of space for everyone to spread out and relax! It is decorated with interesting local art and you see Maine in the small touches. I loved that there was plenty of information available for local businesses. The kitchen offered all you need to feed a big group. It is one of my all time favorite VRBO visits and we hope to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy to be able to return
We stayed there 17 years ago and were thrilled that the house was still available. Owned and managed by the same people!!! The location is great. The view is fantastic. Only thing would be to prune the shrubs a bit in front for a better view from the first floor front deck!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Orrs Island Vacation
We had a great week's vacation. The house is beautiful with room for 11 of us. The view from the property of Lowells Cove is spectacular. There are several places for short walks with beautiful views. There are a few restaurants with excellent food. There is a great shop with all kinds of candy and ice cream.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home
The house is very unique. Loved the quaintness of it and the setting was very peaceful. Plenty of room for the 6 of us and had all the amenities that we needed. It’s remote but well within 30 min of amazing restaurants and hiking trails and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
We enjoyed the daily breezes, and the comfort of this house in a very beautiful area of Maine. There are small beaches nearby and Popham Beach is one of our favorite beaches, about a 50 min drive. We loved Cook’s Lobster House, 5 min drive, and ate at Little Saigon and The Maine Bistro, both in Brunswick and both were excellent. The owners/managers were responsive to any issues and needs. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house.
This is our 2nd time renting this home for our friends to have a “ lobster run”. Most of us came from PA but we also had a couple come from SC. The house is beautiful and very welcoming with plenty of room. It is located right at the end of a cove and you can literally watch the tide come and go. There is something like 10- 12 feet difference between high and low tides. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular stay on Orrs Island
We couldn’t have asked for a better week! The house is absolutely stunning, with an exceptional water view. The modern, well-equipped kitchen allowed us to prepare several delicious home-cooked meals. There are bedrooms on all three floors—our son loved the tower room, while my husband and I enjoyed the two-room suite on the second floor, both with fantastic water views. The neighborhood is peaceful and ideal for a relaxing stroll by the water. This place definitely deserves 5+ stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and home
This is our second year vacationing at this property. Very spacious home and yard that also allowed our dog to stay with us. It was perfect for our annual family get together in Maine. There was so much to do in the area and all the space we needed to relax and play games at the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikki D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect
Clean, exactly as advertised and incredible views of the water we were a large group including 2 babies and the place was great. Plenty of room and amazingly well stocked. Stacey responded to any questions so quickly and fave great recommendations. We really had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
The house is gorgeous, in a beautiful location. We came with family members and had more than enough space to spread out (7 people). Directly across the small road is a little cove that lovely to look at. The kids also got in the water. It's not a "beach" but they'll take any place you can get in. As others have mentioned, the wifi doesn't remain strong through the whole house, and our phone connection was pretty weak. But we were happy to be less connected during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
My whole family stayed in this rental and had a wonderful time. The view is amazing and there was plenty of space for us to all be together or separate when we wanted. My only complaint would be that the tall grass in front of the driveway blocks part of the view from the lower level. Beside that it was perfect for what we wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie M., Columbia, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with family over Bowdoin graduation
The house was very spacious with 2 living areas and a large eat in kitchen and multiple decks. The two room master and bedroom on the 3rd floor have sweeping views of Lowell’s Cove. The kitchen was extremely well stocked. The house is about 20 minutes from Bowdoin/Brunswick. We would definitely stay hear again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for girls trip or families
We traveled to Maine for the first time. GPS brought us right to the front door. Four rocking chairs on the front porch, and great views from the numerous windows. Two sitting areas. Kitchen was well stocked. Many restaurants and a great candy store within minutes. Great communication with the host. Eclectic, homey decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., New Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casco Bay on Repeat
This was the second time we rented the Architectural Lighthouse for thanksgiving weekend and it was wonderful. There were 9 of us (three generations of family, all adults). Plenty of room for us with two living rooms and on one sunny day we spent time on one of the many decks overlooking the cove. Great family time in an absolutely lovely, picturesque setting. we enjoyed taking walks on Orr's Island and went to one of the microbreweries in Brunswick one evening. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Anniversary
We rented for a 60th anniversary. Amble room for the entire family! Great kitchen, fully stocked even with lobster pots to have lobster bake. We were able to cook full meals with everything we would need! The view was amazing…over looking a cove! 3 bathrooms, no one was ever waiting. Owner was very accommodating with times and ready to answer any text. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation home
Gorgeous, spacious, well-appointed in every way. The view is jaw-droppingly beautiful from the dining room, living room, and three bedrooms. Second living room had a fireplace and lots of kindling and seasoned wood. Comfortable furniture, beds, linens. Friendly neighbors. Sandy beach a couple of minutes walk. The shore is steps from the driveway. Two of the three teens barely looked at their phones in a week. The owner was thoughtful and careful to make sure we wouldn’t have any surprises. Owner’s instruction booklet was all about guests’ enjoyment of their stay. I would love to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Phenomenal Memory Frozen in Time
My family and I have been vacationing on Orrs Island for over 35 years - ever since my sister Paula and her husband Andy bought a house there. As our family grew - each year we all walked by your Architectural Lighthouse and collectively said "We are going to rent that one day!" Well the day finally arrived and boy did we make some phenomenal family memories that shall be past down to next generations. They say never judge a book by its cover but in this case the cover DID match the book. The inside of this place is perfect for large families and the mutliple decks were enjoyed sunrise and sunsets. Short walks to Lowell's Cove for beach days, walking across the Cribstone over to Cooks Restaurant, taking schooner rides, the delcious Candy Store and on and on. Besides the place being as advertised we also had a excellent real time comunication with Stacey our host. She kept us informed and answered all questions. I highly recommend anyone looking to freeze an incredible memory in time - RENT THIS.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Orrs Island is a beauty in the summer…
We loved our stay on Orrs Island. My wife and I had visited the Brunswick/Harpswell area in the past and loved it so much, but this time we were able to enjoy it with some of our other family members. The house is located in a perfect spot for some peace and serenity, as well as to bask in the ocean breeze and salt air. We were able to easily visit neighboring areas (like, Popham Colony and beach, Reid State Park, Five Islands, Pemaquid, Bristol, Boothbay, Harpswell, Bailey’s Island, Brunswick, etc.) and see many different sites. The house was clean and homey. Lots of relaxation time was spent on the decks and playing card games around the patio table. We made use of the charcoal grill and laundry machines, took strolls around Lowell’s Cove. We had a lovely time and would consider renting again in the future, should an opportunity present itself.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C., Webster NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Thanksgiving stay
Beautiful house with beautiful views! Large private back yard and pine grove for dogs. House stocked with all necessities. Ample parking for 5-6 cars. Great jumping off spot for short hikes around the islands. Sunsets unreal from front of house and deck. Warm and cozy with gas fire place and wood stove, and spacious for our family of 8 adults and two dogs. Stacey is a 5-star host. Great memories made on our Thanksgiving vacation. Would rerun in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G., Utah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lowells Cove View
Home was as described. Very clean and accommodating. Stacey was efficient and friendly. She was available when needed. Only drawback to this property is limited parking spaces-but that didn’t deter our enjoyment.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family getaway
We loved the rental and the rental's location In August, the water was warm enough for swimming. We kayaked, took lovely walks, and enjoyed making and eating many meals together. The decks are great for chatting and enjoying the views. The owner/property manager was very responsive to my questions. I would gladly return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway
Our family had the pleasure of staying at this house for 6 days. The location is breathtaking, the neighborhood is quiet and peaceful, and the house is beautiful while still being comfortable. It’s an amazing area and we made so many memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stacey Webber

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CAROL L. HATCHER Ph.D Carol is a psychologist in East Lansing Michigan who spends every moment she can in Maine. For the last 20 years she has hosted a Woman's Retreat on Orrs Island.

Stacey Webber of Harpswell Maine is the property manager and is available for the guests during their stay for any questions.

Why they chose this property

Our family came to Orrs Island for the first time in 1980 to visit friends. We fell in love and have returned over and over again. Eventually we needed our own space. Mark Rhule architect helped up design a house that would support family and personal development retreats.

What makes this property unique

What I love most about Orrs Island is the deep rest and rejuvenation I experience when I am here.

Languages:

English