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Picturesque Victorian Cottage on Merriconeag Sound

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Front porch and view from the front yard
Front of Victorian cottage
Porch
Back view, from the beach
View from the beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Land's End Gift Shop
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Picturesque Victorian Cottage on Merriconeag Sound

Originally built in 1889, this three bedroom cottage is right on the ocean overlooking a pebbly beach, with beautiful views toward Bailey Island and Halfway Rock Lighthouse. There are stone steps leading down to the beach.

Cottage has 360 degree wrap-around porch with railing. There is a closed-in sun porch and for chilly weather, a wood stove with firewood. Electric stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator; telephone and wifi are included. One full bathroom and three bedrooms: two queen size beds; one full size bed; two twin beds, and pack 'n play available. Strict limit: six person occupancy.

Keywords: Ocean Front Cottage

Property manager

Leanne

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
1-2 pets allowed with pre-paid $50 cleaning fee
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this cottage is on the beach. Ash Cove Pottery and Paddleworks are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Land's End Gift Shop and Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections 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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Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ash Cove Pottery - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 27 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Land's End Gift Shop - 31 min drive - 26.5 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 37 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 22 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cod Cafe - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Picturesque Victorian Cottage on Merriconeag Sound pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Picturesque Victorian Cottage on Merriconeag Sound?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Picturesque Victorian Cottage on Merriconeag Sound?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Picturesque Victorian Cottage on Merriconeag Sound located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is steps from Casco Bay and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Ash Cove Pottery. Lower Goose Island and Eagle Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Beautiful location!!

Very peaceful visit. The house was immaculate and very well stocked with all you could need. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ted or Linda M.

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

Beautiful place and neighborhood.

Pro: Very clean, beautiful setting, quiet neighborhood, supplied with everything one would need. Con: Long way for older people to carry everything from garage to house. Having to take recyclables and garbage to dump, and asked to water plants. It is a vacation!?!?
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Ideal Maine Experience

We’ve been visiting Maine for about 30 years, exploring new places each time. Our stay at White Cottage was by far the closest to our vision of the quintessential coastal Maine experience. The on-the-water location made for perfect sleeping, with sea breezes and surf sounds. The rustic, comfortable house had everything we needed. The history of the cottage and the obvious love the owners have for it made the place feel like much more than just another summer rental. Even on foggy, rainy days, the wood stove and ocean view provided warmth and contentment. The porch swing was hard to leave. From the bottle of wine that greeted us to the heavy fog that bid us farewell, we enjoyed every moment of our time at the cottage, and we would gladly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

A refuge for the soul

Peaceful, comfortable, very accommodating home More so than the website leads you to believe.. The history depicted in the old photographs along with writings from generations of the family owners, lends to the charm. People who come here love it you feel that.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Wonderful place

The location was excellent and we enjoyed the relaxation and tranquility of the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

We did not want to leave

Our stay at the lovely Harpswell cottage was wonderful. It was clean, well equipped, had comfortable beds, and the view ... When we were in, we lived in the sun room. We spent time on the beach, visited the Giant's Steps - definitely recommended - the Brunswick farmers market and food trucks - delicious - Erika's seafood, the lovely Pammy's ice cream stand, and toured some of the local potters studios. Most of all though, we relaxed and watched the colors of the sky and sea change. Ahhhh. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location

We had a great, extremely relaxing time in Harpswell, and are grateful to have found a place in such a beautiful location that allowed us to bring our dog. The home was lovely and the location beautiful and calm, with plenty of activities (walking, hiking, beaches) in the area. We hope to return someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn W., Pepperell, MA

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

Peaceful, restful, beautiful

This is a beautiful cottage; we just needed to rest for a week and look at water, and the futon which extended into a recliner for the two of us was perfect for that. Nancy stopped by with wine and water--a lovely welcoming gift--and some beautiful baskets of flowers for the porch--which we took down during the storm midway through the week. We were glad we did, as the storm took the flag pole apart and blew the flag down! The sounds from the water came and went--sometimes loud, sometimes gone--and there was a day and a night of intense wind and rain--pretty cool. We slept with the window open to hear the waves and feel the sea breeze, and it was perfect. The property is well-stocked and comfortable--I was concerned that we might be chilly but there was a woodstove if we needed it--we didn't--and an electric heater that we used one day. Mostly the solar gain on the three-sided sunporch was enough, and the house held heat well. One thing to be aware of if you are someone who has used up most of their knees--the beautiful airy bedrooms on the second floor are reached by a steep set of stairs, and the bathroom is on the first floor--not unusual in these kinds of family cottages, but worth being aware of. My wife was in an orthopedic boot and my older small dog couldn't manage going down the stairs on her own, but we all made it work (and it's good to have something you want to come back home for!). The bed was super comfortable! The yard is pretty and the steps down to the beach are again a little rough if you don't have great mobility, but with patience and balance it was worth it! There was a lot of sea glass marinating down on the unusual rocks of the beach--chunks of quartz, mica, granite, and other stones--a lot of fun to beachcomb. Watching the guys deal with their lobster traps--very heavy, numerous, and without a clear way to the dock from the road--made me not care a bit about paying a lot for lobster! What a very challenging way to make a living. There was plenty of seafood, and we enjoyed going into Brunswick to eat and look at shops. We also went to the Giant's Stairs on the next island, and that was fun and worth doing. All in all, we were looking for a quiet, restful way to recharge from a long winter and spring of hard work, and I just wish we could have had a longer stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

dale b.

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

A small piece of history.....enjoyed

Having recently returned from a perfectly relaxing, interesting and very yet active week at this Harpswell cottage I would like to share.....The accommodations are clean and well equipped with all needed for cooking lobster dinner at home or french toast and bacon for breakfast. The ocean is directly off the deck and very interesting to watch the lobster boats go off on their excursions and return at night. We were able to take advantage of nearby State beaches, hiking trails, museums and farmers markets , and antique shops only to return "home" in the evening for a fire in the small woodstove and relax. The history of the local area was palpable. Can't say enough about this wonderful respite and hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eva-Maria K.

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

We did not feel like leaving this gem of a place

We have just returned from a one week stay at the Hurricane Ridge Cottage and I wish we could drive back this very minute. The location of the pristine Victorian Summer Home overlooking the Merriconeag Sound is simply spectacular. Waterfront sights and sounds of the crushing tides make this holiday home so special. Pair this with quaint furnishing of the cottage and and a feeling of a bygone era and there you have your perfectly relaxing vacation experience. The kitchen is very well equipped for travelers wishing to cater to themselves and you really do not have to bring anything. I suggest one first quick inspection upon arrival and then one shopping trip to nearby Hannaford at Brunswick to stock up your supplies. We very much enjoyed the cozy living room where we lit a fire in the chilly evenings. It was so relaxing. But be aware that as temperatures drop it does get rather cold in the otherwise unheated cottage. We booked the linen package with our stay and slept under as many as 4 wollen blankets to stay warm at night. Everything is provided against a fee. The best thing was that we could bring our senior dogs on the trip since this rental welcomes pets. In colder months I would bring a doggie jumper or jacket to keep you pet warm overnight. There is a hoover which we used frequently to keep the home clean. I could not really think of one thing I missed. The host Leanne is very concerned with the well-being of the guests and checked in on us during the stay. That paired with her excellent communication skills made booking this place an easy and enjoyable experience. We spent the week hiking, exploring the food scene in Brunswick and around (excellent lamb curry at Shere Punjab, fantastic smoked fish spread at Gurnet Trading Post) and visiting the impressive Maritime Museum of Maine in nearby Bath, including a boat tour. For history buffs: don't miss a visit to the Joshua Chamberlain Museum in Brunswick, you will have to prearrange a private tour as long a there are covid precautions in place. For food lovers: Pick up your fresh lobsters from Erica's Seafood, but do call in advance. Thank you Leanne for sharing your treasured family possession, we have recommended your home to friends and would surely come back to experience Summer in this magical place. PS. Will try and upload some pics of our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore R., Westchester County, New York

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

Wonderful Vacation Home in Perfect Location

My family and I spent two weeks in the Hurricane Ridge Cottage. What a wonderful home! The home is cozy and clean, the kitchen is well equipped, and you can’t beat the location, just steps to a picturesque pebbly beach. The home is on a quiet street and the neighbors treated us like old friends. The perfect summer home!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia R.

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Sublime Vintage Cottage

My week at this beautifully situated Victorian cottage was a little piece of heaven. We spent most of our time on the enclosed sun porch enjoying the million dollar view of the pink and yellow sunrises, and we ate most of our meals out there. We even attempted a 1000 piece puzzle but ran out of time...precious time. I hope to come back again next year and finish that puzzle!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heaven in Harpswell

My husband and I contracted to rent this cottage for a week beginning 6/2/12. The day after we arrived, I contacted the owner and extended our stay for 5 additional days! It was that cute! The cottage is right on the water with fantastic views across to Orr's and Bailey Islands. It's sweet and cozy and very comfortable. We had several days of rain while we visited...but didn't care because we were in such a beautiful spot. Our dogs (2 of them) give it 8 paws up .... and so do we.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

9/19/03 Week's end at Hur...

9/19/03 Week's end at Hurricane Ridge. Isabel's blowing winds and rain. Ok, great weather all week. Your home and the spectacular views are utter enchantment, a perfect refuge, an escape from the real world with all its noise and upheaval. Breakfasts on the sunporch, staring out at the sunglittered water. Candlelight dinners with favorite music (excellent cdplayer). Read books on the sundeck, but difficult to keep our eyes on the pages, easily distracted by nature's beauty or by that droopy feeling that overcomes a truly relaxed person. Bath, picturesque Boothbay Harbor, antiquing, lobster rolls-yum! Our daughter and friend from Baltimore joined us. She's an artist, awestruck and inspired by the scenes. His 1st trip to Maine, totally captivated! Kayaking. Gorgeous Popham Beach. Trekked thru Portland, shopped in Freeport. Beach glass, sunsets and stargazing. We did their birthdays at Çook's. "Home" for cake, icecrea

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