Sunny and bright 2-bedroom, 1-bath fully furnished, recently renovated 900 square foot, one-level apartment on private Gerrish Island in Kittery Point. Apartment is located on lower level of owner-occupied home (over age 55) and is completely sealed off from the main house with it's own two separate, private entrances as well as it's own private off-street parking. Renters have complete privacy, surrounded by quiet woods and 300 feet of waterfront on Chauncey Creek. No contact with owner unless desired!
Great rental for individuals/couples who are outdoor enthusiasts (kayakers, birders, paddle boarders, surfers, bikers, runners, hikers), artists/writers retreat, UNH visiting parents, or simply a dreamy ocean vacation with all the Seacoast has to offer (foodie paradise, live music, beaches, breweries, antiquing, shopping).
Amenities:
*West Elm and Crate & Barrel furniture
* 2 smart TV's with Netflix
*New GE appliances (washer and dryer; stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, gas stove, large microwave)
*High-end new mattresses (one King and one Queen) with high-quality organic cotton bedding
*Fully equipped kitchen (pots and pans, coffee maker, blender, tea kettle, toaster, dishes, utensils, silverware, ice maker, etc.) with large pantry; everything you need to cook full meals
*Large bedroom closets and extra storage closet
*Private entrance with a covered deck and private parking
Location! Location! Location! Gerrish Island is private and quiet.
This apartment is on a private road on Chauncey Creek, with access to a kayak launch that is steps away. Walk, run, or bike and safely enjoy a stroll to the beach on our private, low-traffic road. Gerrish Island is a wildlife and birder's paradise, abutting Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge.
An intricate network of tidal waterways wind their way through Kittery Point, ideally explored by kayak and paddle board! From the kayak access steps away from the apartment, paddle Chauncey Creek, Spruce Creek, and the Piscataqua River's Back Channel.
As a renter on the island, you have access to a deeded private beach, Crescent Beach, less than a 10-minute walk from the apartment with great views of the Isles of Shoals. From Crescent Beach, walk along a bluff to adjoining Seapoint Beach. Walk just down the road from Seapoint Beach to the Cutts Island Trail to enjoy a scenic walk through the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge.
Bike 10 minutes from the apartment or drive to the other side of the island to Fort Foster. Gerrish Island's Fort Foster is an amazing place to explore! The 88-acre site has three beaches, a trail system that connects the beaches together, a pier, picnic tables, charcoal grills, and the remains of the historic fort.
Drive 5 minutes from the apartment to Kittery Point's scenic waterfront dining at Bistro 1828 at Pepperrell Cove and summer favorite Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier.
Drive 10 minutes from the apartment to Kittery Foreside (a.k.a. "downtown") for an eclectic mix of some of the Seascoast area's most popular restaurants: elegant Anneke Jans, hipster fave The Black Birch, and craft cocktail master The Wallingford Dram -- do not miss Lil's Cafe with its exquisite homemade crullers. Next to Lil's is Maine Meat, a sustainably farmed, locally sourced whole animal butcher also carrying craft beers and European wines. Just around the corner, Beach Pea Baking Co. is the darling of Kittery Foreside's "Gourmet Alley", where you'll also find Terracotta Pasta Co., Golden Harvest for fresh veggies, wine, and cheese, and Carl's Meat Market, a Kittery institution for over 75 years selling fine meats.
Easy trips to the historic towns of York, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire -- each is only about 6 miles away.
Easy day trips to Portland, Maine (50-minute drive) or downtown Boston (1-hour,15 minute drive).
Some favorites of note: The Music Hall, Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club, The Music Hall Lounge, Prescott Park summer arts festival, Ogunquit Playhouse, Seacoast Repertory Theatre, The Gundalow sailing trip, Yoga East, Ashtanga Yoga Studio, Cup of Joe coffee, Cafe Kilim coffee.
Some favorite restaurants of note: Elephantine Bakery, La Maison Navarre, Black Trumpet, Lil's Cafe, Bistro 1828 at Pepperrell Cove, The Oar House, Moxy, Cava, Anneke Jans, Black Birch, Massimo's, Surf Portsmouth, Domo Sushi, Row 34, Laney & Lu, York Harbor Inn Ship's Cellar Pub, Nikki's Banh Mi Vietnamese.
Some favorite shopping of note: Bliss, Janegee, Gus & Ruby Letterpress, Nahcotta, LeRoux Kitchen, Stock + Spice, Todd Bonita Gallery, Sheafe Street Books.
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CHECK-IN: 3:00 PM
CHECK-OUT: 11:00 AM