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Traditional Maine Cottage with John's Bay Vistas: Cove and Bay Views

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Gorgeous view, crisp air, sun streams in early and sunsets are fabulous.
Classic Maine Cottage to call home for just a moment
Old Glory lobster boat - a regular during lobster season.
Deck for dining, reading and wildlife watching.
Living room to dining area
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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South Bristol, ME
    Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    26 min drive
    Boothbay Railway Village
    40 min drive
    Carousel Music Theater
    44 min drive
    Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Traditional Maine Cottage with John's Bay Vistas: Cove and Bay Views

Quaint, Classic Maine Cottage:
3 bedroom 1 and 1/2 bath

Views to John's Bay and to quaint cove.

The town of South Bristol and its lovely, small, town center. Walking paths nearby.

Close to Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, New Harbor and Shaw's Restaurant and the Hardy Boat Cruise departure point for Monhegan Island, a wonderful day trip. Boothbay, Damariscotta - quaint town with great restaurants (King Eiders Pub for music) and shops and supplies.

The natural world is at your doorstep. Panoramic views of John's Bay, the village of Pemaquid and fabulous sunsets and sunrises or sit on the side deck of the wrap around porch and catch the comings and goings of boats, kayakers, swimmers in McFarland's Cove.

Sleep 7 very comfortably all in bedrooms. John's Bay bedroom has 3 single beds in a large space. Full bed in the second bedroom on the top floor. Queen bed is in ground floor bedroom. Full bath on ground floor. Half bath on second floor. Second floor is reached by barn wood stair case.

McFarland's Cove is a community of families and extended families who have been summering in 'the cove' for generations. The NEST, as it is known, was built by a long time local family about 100 years ago.
It sits on a bluff and has views across John's Bay, the body of water that comes in from the Atlantic and, on the opposite side of the house it overlooks McFarland's Cove, a protected harbor, with a classic Maine 'Beach' - not like the Jersey Shore:).

Wildflowers, Loons in Fall, an Eagle nesting near by can be seen at days end flying overhead. Witch island is a kayak away (Kayak rental available at Pemaquid village). And sunsets. Magnificent sunsets, and the main deck with coffee is looking directly into fabulous sunrises.

South Bristol is a picturesque fishing village, boasts a draw bridge, a historical museum and Osher's Restaurant as well as the South Bristol Co op for fresh lobster caught same day (and clams too). They will cook them for you or you can try your hand at it.

The Nest is on a graded dirt road that the community loves just the way it is. Walking trails wander off the road. There are official trails that head into South Bristol by the main road, Route 129.

Damariscotta is a 25 minute ride back to town but two local stores can provide most of the provisions you might need although for a weeks stay we recommend a shop in town! There is a full grocery in Pemaquid also along with a fishing / hunting store. Oh art galleries and antique stores are along the way.

The kitchen in the NEST offers everything you need to put out a full meal. No TV. Yes Telephone. Internet yes - .

Questions? We are happy to answer them.

Property manager

Dave Brown and Betsy Royal

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be watched. Stair is steep.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Shedding breeds require an additional clean fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a vintage cottage. Septic requires only natural items to flush. Well water so we request short showers.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Bristol

Located in South Bristol, this cottage is by the ocean. Damariscotta Farmer's Market and Boothbay Farmers' Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Verna Preserve and Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine 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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South Bristol, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 26 min drive
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 46 min drive
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 47 min drive
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 47 min drive
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham's Gourmet Market - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Osier's Wharf Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Maine Cottage with John's Bay Vistas: Cove and Bay Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Maine Cottage with John's Bay Vistas: Cove and Bay Views?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Where is Traditional Maine Cottage with John's Bay Vistas: Cove and Bay Views located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Fort Point and within 12 miles (20 km) of La Verna Preserve and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Biscay Pond and Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Dave Brown and Betsy Royal

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This is where the owners parents met many years ago. In 'the cove' and the brothers and sister and all of the extended family spend summers and more on this peninsula each year. Arriving here from home in Connecticut my generation is always stunned by the shear beauty. The family boat is a wood hull lobster boat built in the 'hood by boat builder Pete Kass 25 years ago. The owners and their children and grandchildren are on the water as much as weather allows! Even storms and black clouds are gorgeous here.

Why they chose this property

This is home to the extended family who share this property. 6 generations of extended family have shared McFarland's Cove, South Bristol. The newest generation picked blueberries in the same spot that all the previous generations collected delicious Maine blueberries. Walking the spooky woods and playing in the cove water are some of the many reasons our family has stayed.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful vistas, wonderful people, crisp, clean air. Unbelievable night sky with no ambient city light! Lobster caught that day.

Languages:

English
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