The Natural Beauty of Downeast, ME surrounds Pyne Cove Cottage and welcomes you!

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Sunrise from Pigeon Hill! Spectacular views for just a short 15 minute hike!

Pyne Cove Cottage newly built in 2011 to blend in naturally with the surrounding

Comfortable Living area with views of the Cove

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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Steuben, ME

Rogers Point Beach19 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)47 min drive
Village Green75 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching75 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Downeast Oceanfront cottage with 2 bedrooms, a large loft area and a screen porch is comfortable and cozy. Cathedral ceiling in the living/ dining/ kitchen area adds to the feel of the cottage. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters & new stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, gas stove, microwave, dishwasher. All you will need to cook up a great Downeast Clambake...even a Lobster Pot! Full bathroom with tub/shower and a washer & dryer for laundry needs. We also have high speed internet and WIFI for guests.

Property manager

Michael & Sheila

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

We are happy to host a well behaved pup.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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 landmarks include Egg Rock Lighthouse and Criterion Theater. Bar Harbor Whale Watching and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Steuben, ME

What's nearby

Rogers Point Beach - 19 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 72 min drive
Village Green - 75 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 75 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 91 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Milbridge House Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪44 Degrees North - ‬8 min drive
‪Vazquez Mexican Takeou - ‬8 min drive
‪Hometown Shellfish - ‬6 min drive
‪Lawrence Ray Fishing Industries - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Natural Beauty of Downeast, ME surrounds Pyne Cove Cottage and welcomes you! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Natural Beauty of Downeast, ME surrounds Pyne Cove Cottage and welcomes you!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Natural Beauty of Downeast, ME surrounds Pyne Cove Cottage and welcomes you!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Natural Beauty of Downeast, ME surrounds Pyne Cove Cottage and welcomes you! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Petit Manan Point and within 12 miles (20 km) of Rogers Point Beach and Bartlett Maine Estate Winery. Ray Point is 10.7 mi (17.1 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

18 Oct 2023

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

Perfect downeast maine vacation cottage

Cottage met all of our criteria and owners made it all the better with the gift bag and thoughtful phone call. Property was clean, quiet, private and the perfect spot for my wife, dog and I to explore the beautiful coast of Maine. The Hollingsworth Trail at Petit Manan down the street was beautiful as well as all the other outdoor sights from Acadia to the small parks and shops. Well worth a trip to Chipman’s Wharf for a lobster roll or other seafood delights including some to bring home to cook. All in all we the cottage was just as listed , exceeding our expectations and hope to be back soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devan M.

27 Aug 2023

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Wonderful Cottage!!

Cottage is in a great location!! An hour in either direction and so many towns, trails, sites and activities to do. And of course, Acadia National Park. At the end of the day it was nice to go back to cottage which is in a quiet waterfront cove. Hosts Michael and Sheila are very responsive and easy to communicate with. The cottage is so well taken care of and nice little touches that make it cozy and comfortable. We will definitely try to stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

13 Aug 2023

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Private, wonderful stay

Private, secluded from the road, nestled in an abundance of firs and vegetation. Beautiful place with great view of the sea water cove. Beds are very comfortable, house is well furnished, nicely decorated, and very clean. We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

1 Aug 2023

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Great stay!

The property is even nicer than it looks in the pictures! Our family of four was very comfortable here and found plenty to do without heading to Bar Harbor/Mount Desert Island once! The owners were quick in responding to inquiries leading up to our stay. We had a great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

16 July 2023

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Great vacation!

The property and house was gorgeous, very clean,had everything we needed, it is very secluded but close to everything.I would definitely book again, it was a great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

2 July 2023

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Wonderful

We were welcomed with a gift bag containing coffee and blueberry jam, a host of helpful information and a clean well appointed cabin tucked in the woods and overlooking the water. Michael was very helpful and responsive to our questions. While the weather was less than perfect, we managed to take some wonderful hikes on trails right down the road!! The cabin is very comfortable and welcoming. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shary and Gary S.

2 Oct 2022

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Cozy, dog-friendly cottage

My husband and I and Alfie, our 9-month old golden retriever pup, thoroughly enjoyed our five-day stay in Michael and Sheila’s lovely Pyne Cove Cottage. So comfortably furnished and lacking nothing in household equipment, it was a wonderful Downeast retreat in quiet, laid-back Steuben. Waking up to a beautiful view of the cove through the pine trees set the tone for explorations of Petit Manon Wildlife Preserve, Schoodic Peninsula (still our favorite Downeast location), Eastport, Jasper Beach, community garden in Millbridge, and more. Favorite places for food: Chipman’s Wharf for lobsters (cooked for us to bring home) and steamers, Lunch on the Wharf in Corea, the food truck in Millbridge, and J.M. Gerrish for great breakfast and lunch in Winter Harbor. For anyone looking for an off-the-beaten path yet accessible to all of the attractions of Downeast (including Acadia if you’re not deterred by the crowds) location, we highly recommend Pyne Cove Cottage. Thanks, Sheila and Michael for our memorable stay there.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dina B.

6 Sept 2022

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Lovely Pyne Cove Cottage

We enjoyed our stay in Maine. The cottage has beautil surroundings, secluded, warm, comfortable and had all the amenities necessary for our week stay. The owners are responsive to questions & even called to see how we were doing & if we needed anything. We also loved that they are pet friendly & so is much of the area. You are 1 hour away from Bar Harbor, but there is so much to do in the Steuben area & hiking trails here are quiet & just as beautiful as Bar Harbor side of Acadia. Milbridge is not even 10 mins away with little gift shop, pharmacy, grocery shopping ,Community garden is beautiful & Lobster food truck with the best lobster rolls at a reasonable price. We just love downeast Maine & hoping to return again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ja

21 Aug 2022

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Well-kept and laid-back location

As advertised, the cabin was fully stocked and very comfortable. The recommended hiking trails and beach in the area from the cottage were great for us - the hikes had astonishing views and the wild blueberries were ready for the picking. Can’t say enough about those scenic Atlantic views! Favs Schoodic Point and Grindstone. Thank you so much for our pleasant stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Arthur A., Princeton, MA

16 Aug 2022

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Great Downeast Location

Nice, modern property in a beautiful, quiet location. Easy access to local trails and parks.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

25 July 2022

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Sweet retreat

This cottage was spacious and in a peaceful location. All the furniture was super comfy and the different rooms were all very well planned and well oriented. The outside had a little grass landing to play outdoor games. The firepit and the view from the front door was lovely. Everyone in the family including our pup enjoyed staying there very much.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

11 July 2022

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Peaceful location

Pyne Cove was a beautiful location and a great place to stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

sagewalk B.

3 July 2022

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Comfortable and convenient

We stayed at the Pyne Cove cottage for a week. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The info provided at the house as full of good tips. The house was well provisioned and comfortable. Great beds! Ray Carbone the sculptor was a great find! The cove is tidal so pretty much inaccessible to kayaks or swimming if the tide isn’t high. There is another water access point close by, but we just did more hiking. The Sunrise on Pigeon hill is spectacular!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

25 June 2022

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Perfect week away

This was a wonderful place to stay. A lot of thought went into the design and furnishings of the house itself and the outdoor spaces. Between swimming in the cove and running around in the woods our dog had the best week of his life! The immediate area is beautiful, multiple hikes on the peninsula without a soul around. For a rural area we were please to find multiple good dining options and a full-ish sized grocery store within 10 minutes. Getting to the Schoodic peninsula wasn't a long drive, we also made excursions to Mount Desert Island and Camopbello Island. We highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rena P., Richmond HIll

6 Sept 2021

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Hidden Gem

This cottage was perfect in every way for our exploration of Acadia and Down East Maine! My husband and I took our twelve-year-old granddaughter to her choice of National Parks, and Acadia was the winnner! The location of Pyne Cove Cottage enabled us to access Schoodic Peninsula as well as Bar Harbor and then retreat to our quiet cottage for an evening of movies, puzzles, lobster and s'mores. . . . the attention to every detail, the tasteful choices of decor, smartly edited for Down East flavor without the kitsch, the well-stocked spice drawer—and Pride and Prejudice film to boot (our granddaughter's favorite book!) It could not have been better! These are memories of a lifetime. We are so happy. . . . thank you, Michael!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Ginny A.

12 Aug 2021

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Great Rental

We had an awesome family vacation here! It was a wonderful, quiet location great for stargazing and relaxation. Owners were very attentive and home was fully stocked and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda F.

10 Aug 2021

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What a gem!

What a gem! We had a wonderful stay at Pyne Cove Cottage. It is the perfect place to unplug and unwind. The house was clean and well stocked. We were able to find plenty to keep us busy in the area.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

April F., VT

25 July 2021

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Beautiful property, comfortable stay

Pyne Cove Cottage was perfect for us and exactly what we were looking for - a private, picturesque place on the water that was family and pet friendly. The cottage is beautiful, comfortable, and well-stocked with of all the essentials (and more). The cottage is tucked into a pine forest with a great view of the water from the front rooms. We brought our kayaks and enjoyed getting out on the water as the tide came in; we were thrilled to see bald eagles flying overhead. Milbridge was a quick 10 minute drive, where we found groceries, seafood, a gift shop and a beautiful community garden. The hiking trail and beach just a few minutes down the road from the cottage were great for us - the hike had amazing views at the top and wild blueberries, ready for the picking. Beautiful Schoodic Point is also just a short ~ 20 minute drive away. All in all, we throughly enjoyed our stay - a truly recharging time. Our thanks to the hosts, Mike and Sheila for being so kind, helpful, and accommodating. It was very easy to communicate with them and they offered great recommendations that made our stay extra enjoyable.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

20 July 2021

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Clean, quiet cabin.

The cabin was as-advertised and beautiful. It had everything we needed for our stay. It was extremely quiet at night and a nice retreat away. It was a little over an hour drive to Acadia National Park, but there is a lot to do at the cabin, as well as hiking in Petit Manan. It is also a short drive to the Schoodic Peninsula. We really enjoyed our trip and the cabin was exactly what we were looking for.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian I.

9 July 2021

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Otherworldly

Michael and Sheila are wonderful hosts, and their exquisite cottage made for one of our best family vacations. My wife and I spent a week with our seven-year-old and two-year-old. The 3 acre property offers a nice slice of down east scenery, and the cottage is a delightful, comfortable place to spend time—it is clear a lot of thought went into it, and everything is high quality. We had a wonderful time in spite of the less-than-ideal weather (it rained more often than not during our stay). We made several day trips to Acadia National Park (about an hour drive to Bar Harbor, but only about 25 minutes to the quieter Schoodic side of the park). One day we took the ferry from Winter Harbor into Bar Harbor. While Acadia is famous for a reason, we were pleasantly surprised by the gems within a couple miles of the cottage. A couple miles up Pigeon Hill road lies some outstanding hiking trails, which we had more or less to ourselves. The Schoodic peninsula offers much of the legendary Acadia scenery without the crowds. We were impressed by the food options in this relatively remote corner of the world (The Meadows, just a mile or so up the Road; Vasquez Mexican Food, the Pickled Wrinkle near Schoodic, and the outstanding fresh seafood from Chipman’s, which we cooked in the well-provisioned kitchen). We were also delighted to find a community vegetable garden in nearby Millbridge. We were truly sad to leave at the end of the week and look forward to returning.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

26 June 2021

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Cozy cabin

Perfect location and well appointed, comfortable cabin. We felt right at home!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P., Durham

14 June 2021

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Perfect getaway

This property is magical! When you step out of the car you are greeted by the smell of pine and a water view. The cabin and property are even better in person than in the pictures. Due to the pandemic we had to push our visit back a year and it was well worth the wait- the property owners were super flexible and understanding. The location is a perfect mix of quiet relaxation and plenty to do nearby. We visited Acadia, found a local winery, cooked fresh sea food, traveled north to Lubec, and read in the hammock by the cove. This is the best rental I’ve ever experienced.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B., Brooklyn, NY

16 Sept 2019

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Welcoming Home in Steuben, ME

The home was exactly as advertised, and we had a great week exploring the town and the region. First, the house. On the ground floor: There are two bedrooms, a large family room, full bathroom, kitchen, and screened-in porch. There is a large loft area one flight up, where there are plenty of seats and a television. The grounds are private and you are right on the water. You can somewhat see another home, but it's fairly far off and through the trees. The driveway is gravel and easy for any type of car to navigate. Second, the region. The house is just up the street from a couple of terrific hiking paths, and we hiked them multiple times during our stay. They are dog-friendly, which is a plus. The house is also a short drive to the Schoodic Peninsula portion of Acadia. This portion of the park is much less crowded, and the views/trails are great. In addition, you are only about 8-10 minutes away from a large grocery store and a few restaurants in Milbridge. It makes things so much easier when you don't have to drive 40 miles to grab something to eat. Overall, I would recommend this house to anyone looking to get away and explore the region.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terri L.

16 Aug 2019

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Perfect spot!

This property was the perfect spot for our family of 5 and our dog. Beautiful location. The house has all you need and has beautiful touches throughout. Would definitely go back again! Owners were very nice and helpful.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

13 Aug 2019

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Exceptional cottage

The attention to detail is exceptional in this cottage. The decor is inviting, kitchen is well stocked, furniture is comfortable, out door space is fun (we enjoyed the hammock). It was a comfortable space for 5 adults. The owners were available for any questions.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Michael & Sheila

Michael is a Financial Advisor and Sheila is a Critical Care Nurse. We live in the Seacoast of New Hampshire. We first discovered the area after a weekend trip to Bar Harbor. We loved Bar Harbor and Acadia but also wanted a quieter area to relax and enjoy so we looked a little further north and found the quaint village of Steuben and our Pyne Cove piece of land. We built our dream cottage in 2011 and included all the features and amenities for a comfortable stay any time of year! It was a wonderful project that we put many personal touches in that we hope you will also enjoy! Details include rock knobs on our cabinets that we made from stones collected at the beach down the road. The view of Pyne Cove and the surrounding woodlands from every window lets you know that you are Downeast!

Why they chose this property

The Cottage is located just down the road from Pigeon Hill that offers panoramic views after a 15 minute easy hike to the top. Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge is also just down the road and has several hiking paths to some of the most beautiful scenery on the Maine coast. Only 45 minutes to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, the location is ideal for day trips. Campobello Island, President Roosevelt's summer refuge, is a short day trip away to New Brunswick, Canada. This is an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers! But you can also just relax and enjoy the natural beauty all around.

What makes this property unique

We searched several pieces of property before we decided to purchase this 3 acre piece of land on a pristine cove and then build our dream cottage. The long view down the cove, beautiful woodlands, and brook that runs into the cove captured what we were looking for in a vacation home. We custom built the cottage to be comfortable and easy to maintain. The cottage is also located only 5 miles from the town of Milbridge that offers a great restaurant, grocery store, banking and several other services.