26 Reviews of Property 144916 in Peaks Island, Maine

My husband and I and our 12-year-old and 15-year-old daughters just returned from a wonderful week at the Treehouse. For us, it was a "staycation" - we live in Portland, Maine, and thus had only a 20-minute ferry boat ride to get there. Yet, it was a world away from the hustle and bustle of the "Big City." The Treehouse is well-designed with many little "getaway nooks." Downstairs, there are a little sitting area by a woodstove opening to the kitchen, a covered porch leading into the kitchen, equipped with a card table where my daughter and I played many board games and a pull-out sofa, where my husband and I sat with coffee and read, an outdoor deck equipped with table, chairs, grill and grilling tools - perfect for dining al fresco - a separate little television room at the foot of the stairs, which can be closed off from the kitchen by French doors, and a little half-bath that amusingly is equipped, among other things, with a pencil sharpener. Upstairs, there are a master bedroom with little sitting area and small TV, convenient to a full bathroom, a "nook" within the master bedroom area with a twin bed, and a separate little room with two twin beds. There is room for a family to do things together, or to do things separately and not be in each other's way - a real benefit for a family such as ours with a tween and teen! Steve, the owner, provides many thoughtful conveniences, including staples such as flour, sugar and tea, books to read, games to play, helpful brochures, window fans in the bedrooms, and a nice variety of pots, pans and cooking utensils. Many people who have stayed here and written in a guest book at the Treehouse have described it as "cozy" - and that word does best describe it. And, of course, there's Peaks Island itself - with gorgeous views of the ocean and Portland skyline across the water. Lovely to walk and bike and sit on the rocks looking out at the schooners and sailboats and crashing waves.

What a gem on Peaks Island! The Treehouse is within walking distance of just about everything. We started each morning walking the dogs down to the ferry dock and back, reading and drinking coffee on the shady deck, and sometimes heading out to pick blackberries in the center of the island. The well equipped kitchen had everything we needed to make blackberry crumble pie! Everything was just as advertised, and clean and charming. My daughter enjoyed the swing in the yard, seeing the sun set over Portland at the end of the road each night, and going back to play games in the TV room before bed. The dogs loved the fenced in yard and generous porch. My husband and I loved how simple our days were. Everything was relaxing and lovely.

This is a great location on Peaks Island because you can walk to the stores, restaurants, ferry and beaches without the use of a car. My purpose of the visit was to have my grand kids come over from Portland on the ferry and return in the evening when they did not stay overnight. The ferry ride is only 15 minutes. It is also possible to bring a car over if someone needs transportation. It should be noted that on busy weekends you may sit in your car waiting the second ferry to go across to Portland. The ferry only holds 13 cars. There is a large bicycle rental center.

This house is great for kids in that it is close to everything but once you go up the street it is quiet. Also has a fenced in yard and a deck over looking it. There are many sleeping possibilities but my grand kids loved the smaller room with the 2 twin beds.

The beach we went to was never crowded...it was to the right at the end of the street and down a side road...there is another that seemed more popular and picturesque but we loved having the beach to ourselves...a great place at sundown. Another great place to see the sunset is on the ferry to or from Portland. Whether you want the quietness of the beach or a bustling town it is all convenient.

The house furnishes lots of games and sitting areas so that is one thing to leave home. A wagon..or cart may be helpful to bring things up from the store. We found a produce market close to the Portland ferry to the right of the casco bay lines when you exit...on the other side of the street. Local vegetables that beat the food store on the island. It does close at 7 p.m. The entrance looks like a garage door.

I did lock myself out once, since the kids played with the door lock and I left the key on the table thinking I did not need to lock on the island. Steve, the owner, happened to be on the island and came right over to open it....Leave a key on a hook outside to avoid this.

I would recommend this rental to a family, and will consider returning. I would think September is even a nicer time of the year.

We had a another great stay at the Treehouse. Convenient to all parts of the island. The house was very clean. Our dog enjoyed Peaks Island also. the fenced back yard was great for having a dog. we will definitely be back.

My 8 year old daughter's statement that summed up our experience perfectly: "I'm a little jealous that this is not our house, but I'm really happy that they share it with us."

We have been coming to Peaks Island for 10 years and this is one of the best places we've rented. Nicely situated close to town - walk or bike for groceries, coffee, ice cream, the ferry, and very close to Sandy Beach. The cottage is charming, with comfortable furniture and plenty of places to sit, relax, and enjoy a book or a glass of wine. Washer/dryer and wireless internet make a well-appointed and convenient place to stay. Will definitely return!

From the day I emailed the owner to the return fo the deposit, this rental is a 5-star experience! My daughter and I were looking for a pet-friendly rental to enjoy for a much needed vacation! She found Peak's Island and I found the Treehouse! We fell in love with the Treehouse and the Island. In fact, we fell in love with the Portland area! This was a perfect place to relax and enjoy time away from the hustle and bustle of our jobs and school! In fact, we are already looking at visiting Maine again next year and will definitely stay at the Treehouse if it's available!

Susan and Tony have a really comfortable and cozy house. We love the Island , and got the medicine we needed to come back to the city.
The house had everything we needed. The location is perfect.
The setting was quit . What else could we ask for. We will be going back!

Bill