Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage

Spruce Head cottage rental - View from the deck
  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps3
  • 1 Bathroom
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per week $950 - $1,050
Accepts Online Payments
Description Cottage

Leslie Morgan Connell

Speaks English

Telephone: 207 594-1801
(Days & early evening)

Photos and Description of the Spruce Head vacation cottage rental
1 bedroom, 1 bath, sleeps 2-3

Very cozy and private. Spiral staircase to bedroom. Sliding glass doors open to wrap-around deck and lawn that slopes to ocean. 300+ feet deep water frontage separated from lawn by broad rock ledge. Enjoy your morning coffee watching lobster and sail boats in the Mussel Ridge Channel. Unbelievable and peaceful views out to ocean and north to the Camden Hills. Windjammer cruises, golf, tennis, hiking, museums, access to nearby islands. Unparalleled views everywhere.

No smoking inside, permitted on deck only. Pets may be permitted. If approved a $50.00 fee is charged per pet.

Spruce Head cottage rental - View from the deck

View from the deck

Spruce Head cottage rental - Cottage

Cottage

Spruce Head cottage rental - first floor

first floor

Spruce Head cottage rental - second floor

second floor

Spruce Head cottage rental - view from the bedroom in November

view from the bedroom in November

Spruce Head cottage rental - Sunrise

Sunrise

Spruce Head cottage rental - view from the dining table on an overcast day

view from the dining table on an overcast day

Spruce Head cottage rental - view from the picnic table

view from the picnic table

Spruce Head cottage rental - view from the shore (low tide)

view from the shore (low tide)

Spruce Head cottage rental - sand and shell beach (5 minute walk from cottage)

sand and shell beach (5 minute walk from cottage)

Spruce Head cottage rental - another view from the shore (low tide)

another view from the shore (low tide)

Spruce Head cottage rental - map of Spruce Head

map of Spruce Head

Location: Maine < USA

On an enclosed bay south of Camden on Coastal Route 1, Rockland is a central waypoint for travelers. Landing ports and ferries to and from Northhaven and Vinalhaven Islands are available. Rockland is surrounded by bays, peninsulas, rivers, lakes, and inlets. The Midcoast exhibits tremendous natural beauty. If you're looking for the authentic Maine experience, this is it. The Rockland-Thomaston area is the entry point to Penobscot Bay, perhaps the most scenic body of water on the eastern seaboard. Here you'll find islands, historic lighthouses, and protected harbors filled with working lobster boats. Ospreys and bald eagles nest along the rugged shores, puffins make the islands their home, and harbor seals make their annual pilgrimage to quiet coves. While nature is at the core, hospitality is the rule of the day. Here you'll find outstanding restaurants and galleries and first-class museums. This is the Lobster Capital of the World and home to the country's largest windjammer fleet.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Spruce Head, Maine

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Early Summer May 26 2012 Jun 29 2012 $950 - - - - - - 1 Week
Peak Summer Jun 30 2012 Sep 7 2012 $1,050 - - - - - - 1 Week
Late Summer Sep 8 2012 Oct 26 2012 $950 - - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • $950-$1,050/week
  • $950/week May - June.
    $1050/week July - Labor Day.
    $950week Labor Day - October.
    A new law took effect in the State of Maine in July 2005. All rentals will charged 7% tax which will go directly to the State.

    Deposits: 50% upon booking.

    Payment Policies: balance must be paid two weeks prior to arrival.

    Cancellations: deposit will be refunded if cottage is re-booked. If not re-booked guest will be responsible for full cottage rental.

    Arrival/Departure: Arrival: Saturday3:00 PM Departure: Saturday 10:00 AM

Fees

Tax Rate:
7.0%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Spruce Head, Maine

Property Type:
  • cottage

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Location Type:
  • rural
  • waterfront

Theme:
  • romantic
  • away from it all

General:
  • mosquito magnet
  • towels provided
  • linens provided
  • activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • ceiling fans
  • soaps basic
  • central heating
  • firewood
  • telephone
  • alarm clock
  • local maps
  • paper towels

Kitchen:
  • freezer
  • refrigerator
  • blender
  • coffee grinder
  • washing machine
  • microwave
  • clothes dryer
  • oven
  • coffee maker
  • stove top burners
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board
  • toaster
  • dish washer
  • lobster pot
  • grill

Living Room:
  • woodstove
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 4 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 4 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3
  • Bedroom - 1 Double, 1 Twin/ Single, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
  • 1 room with one double bed
Entertainment:
  • audio tape player
  • TV
  • books
  • radio
  • DVD
  • satellite or cable
  • CD
  • VCR

Internet Access:
  • broadband access
  • internet access

Outside:
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • walkway to water
  • deck wood
  • balcony
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • long term renters welcome
  • pets considered
  • children welcome

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach chairs
  • binoculars

Attractions:
  • museums
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • coin laundry
  • marina
  • winery tours
  • live theater
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • beachcombing
  • horseback riding
  • bird watching
  • whale watching
  • eco tourism
  • sight seeing
  • scenic drives
  • walking

Notes: 1 double, 1 twin, 1 double futon. Auxiliary heat; outside deck table; picnic table, mooring space available. Sailing.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Spruce Head, Maine

Other Activities:

Island exploration and beach combing

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Spruce Head, Maine

Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage
average rating of 5.0 based on 52 reviews
business
Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p101112
207-594-1801
Spruce Head MidCoast and Penobscot Bay
Plant City, FL
5

Awesome Waterfront Cottage with all amenities

Review Submitted: January 8, 2010 Date of Stay: July 2009
We were blown away at the view when we arrived at this quaint cottage. The cottage was immaculate, and the kitchen is extremely well equipped. We were surprised at how many attractions were so close to this area. We had a very fun filled week. Leslie and Gordon could not have been more accommodating. We were told of a beautiful sand beach about a 5 minute wooded walk from the cottage and what a treasure! We hunted for sea glass and even did a little swimming. We had brought a picnic with us and had a scruptuous buffet on the beach! Our days started out with a blueberry muffin and a cup of coffee on the deck, watching the lobstermen hauling in their catch. One lazy afternoon, I took my book down to the shore in front of the cottage and lounged in the sun on my lawn chair. What a beautiful place for a midnight bonfire. On our one foggy day, we found puzzles, games, and were surprised that the sattelite TV had the pay stations, so we had plenty to do. One day, I asked Leslie where I could get lobsters and, low and behold, her husband is a lobsterman, and brought lobsters right to our door. He even gave us a lesson on eating them. Here is a wrap up of our day excursions: Mount Batty (beautiful views), Ferry ride to Monhegan Island, shopping in Camden (and saw the Windjammer ships), the Farnsworth Art Museum (Andrew Wyeth central), and here is a list of the many lighthouses we visited (Owls Head Light, Marshall Point, Pemaquid, and our furthest adventure to Acadia National Park and the Bass Harbor Light). Wow, what a week. We will be back. Overall, it was our best Maine vacation ever!!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: I am so glad you had a great vacation. We would love to have you back!
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 4/4
business
Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p101112
207-594-1801
Spruce Head MidCoast and Penobscot Bay
Virginia
5

A very relaxing stay

Review Submitted: September 11, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
The cottage is small and cozy, just the right size for the two of us and our large dog. A well equipped kitchen, many lobsters, and a bbq grill make for a good week. We appreciate Gordon's lobster steaming lesson and were able to fly solo the second time around without a hitch. Only thing to get used to was the spiral staircase to the bedroom upstairs; no pets allowed upstairs so pooch had to sleep downstairs without us. A minor inconvenience.

Each day we took a walk in the morning around the island. Shell beach is small but nice and quiet. No need to worry about cars on the dirt roads and the neighbors were friendly. We never did make it to the Lobster Lane Bookshop when it was open but it looks interesting for at least a browse.

Further afield there are some state parks nearby. The Farnsworth Museum (Rockland) is worth an afternoon, and Camden (north or Rockland) is nice for a walk though I get the impression it's overrun with tourists on the weekend. The local eateries are good though some are overpriced. Bar Habor and Acadia National Park are a two hour drive on US-1, makes for a long day-trip if you don't start early.

The Waterworks Pub in Rockland has outdoor seating but said dogs were not allowed on the deck. In Bar Harbor we were able to eat outside at Rupununi with our pooch; another place (Parkside Restaurant) welcomes dogs on their patio as well.

We should have planned a ferry ride to Canada or at least some of the islands off the coast. Not sure if dogs are welcome.

All in all we enjoyed our stay in Spruce Head and plan to do it again next year.
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Sightseeing
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 4/4
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Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p101112
207-594-1801
Spruce Head MidCoast and Penobscot Bay
Pennsylvania
5

Leslie and Gordon,

Review Submitted: July 14, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
We thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent in Spruce Head. As you know, the weather did not cooperate, but even so the cottage was wonderful. Th eview is phenomenal, and the cottage is extremely well-equipped.

It was wonderful to have dogs around again. They are so well behaved and friendly. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone. We hope to see you again next summer.


Pat and Hank
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 5/5
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Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p101112
207-594-1801
Spruce Head MidCoast and Penobscot Bay
San Antonio, Texas
5

Guestbook Comment

Leslie and Gordon, Julie and I had the best time staying at your place. We loved it and hope to return soon. We cried when we left as it was truly a ...
Review Submitted: June 21, 2007 Date of Stay: June 2007
Leslie and Gordon,
Julie and I had the best time staying at your place. We loved it and hope to return soon. We cried when we left as it was truly a stressfree home away from home. Thanks so much for your help and advice on places to eat, etc. We loved every minute and thank you for your hospitality. Couldn't have asked for a more beautiful place and we really lucked out with the beautiful weather. Hope your reunion goes well. Take care, Christi
Owner's Response: The reunion was a hit. The weather was perfect! We are so glad you had a great stay, let me know when you are ready to come back.
Sincerely,
Leslie & Gordon Connell
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 9/9
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Breathtaking Oceanfront Private Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p101112
207-594-1801
Spruce Head MidCoast and Penobscot Bay
Towson, Maryland
5

Guestbook Comment

Leslie & Gordon, Thank you so much for your hospitality. Spruce Head Island is beautiful and the view from the cottage is spectacular. We had a gre...
Review Submitted: September 12, 2006 Date of Stay: September 2006
Leslie & Gordon,
Thank you so much for your hospitality. Spruce Head Island is beautiful and the view from the cottage is spectacular. We had a great time and so did our dogs. Thank you for accomodating them. Otter loved following Gray around and they really enjoyed our morning walks along the shore in front of the cottage. Special thanks to Gordon for our fantastic lobster dinner. Can't tell you how much we enjoyed it.
All our best,
Chris, Jerry, Emmett, Otter & Jack Smith
Owner's Response: So glad you enjoyed your visit. Thanks for sharing. Hope to see you again next year!
Sincerely, Leslie, Gordon, Grey, Jake and Heidi Belle Connell
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 9/9
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