Cottage
4.5

Historic Winter Harbor Cottage w/ Waterfront Views

Property ID: 497445Winter HarborMEUS
Sleeps 72 BR2 BA

Description

Explore the best of coastal Maine from this cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage on Henry Cove. Located in the charming village of Winter Harbor, the vacation rental offers both seclusion and easy access to sightseeing opportunities on Mt. Desert Island. And though Acadia National Park is a can't-miss, you might be content relaxing here: hiking the Schoodic trails and fishing off the town wharf. End each adventurous day with a barbecue and a bayside breeze on the waterfront lawn.

Amenities

  • Waterfront
  • Kitchen
  • Pets Allowed
  • Free Parking
  • Wireless Internet (WIFI)
  • Self Check-In
  • Cable/Satellite TV

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Location Details

LOCAL DRAWS: Henry’s Cove (on-site), Winter Harbor Town Wharf (0.5 miles), Winter Harbor Light (3 miles)

OUTDOOR FUN: Grindstone Neck Golf Course (0.9 miles), Frazer Point Park & Picnic Area (2 miles), Schoodic Point (5 miles), Taft Point Preserve (6 miles), Forbes Pond Preserve (6 miles)

SIGHTSEEING: Hancock (16 miles), Acadia National Park (37 miles), Bar Harbor (41 miles), Southwest Harbor (41 miles)

AIRPORT: Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (30 miles)

Reviews

4.5
12 reviews
  • Good but could be great

    4/5

    The property is under construction, which is only disclosed after booking. The floors are unfinished, some items (undermount microwave) are visible but not yet installed and it feels like you’re living through a renovation, e.g. bathroom mirror was installed and the drywall has not been sanded. The location is great - quiet and away from the crowds. The size for two humans and two large dogs was good. The downstairs bedroom has a mattress that was purchased circa 1985 and it’s very springy, noisy, and uncomfortable. The linens and pillows are also in need of replacement (stains). The check-in process was unique. You are required to reach out to a local contact who will give you a code. This could be streamlined much like any other rental property check-in. He did answer the phone immediately, though, so that was nice. The view was fantastic and the building has local history. There is no longer a stove, which would have been nice to know since one is pictured in the listing and adds charm. I hope the owners can finish the renovation and give this place the love it deserves. So much potential and great location. Nearby restaurants were great.

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Jamie
    Published November 13, 2024
  • Great Mini Vacation

    5/5

    Property was exactly as described. Smooth transaction, no issues whatsoever. Highly recommended. We had a great stay!

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Jamie
    Published October 29, 2024
  • Beautiful view

    3/5

    Our four night stay in Winter Harbor didn’t start great, but the home has great potential. There was a mixup between the owner and cleaner so when we arrived the home hadn’t been cleaned. It was bad. I contacted the owner and the cleaner arrived shortly after. The owner (Larry) was responsive and contacted me when the cleaners left. He was told “we did the best we could with the time we had.” I’m still not sure what that means since we didn’t give them a time limit.

    The home has a wonderful history. A winter storm hit the Harbor in January and because of the damage, the owners completely restored the home. We enjoyed watching the tide come in and go out, and the wildlife was abundant. The neighborhood was quiet and safe. What a treasure Schoodic Peninsula is!

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Trish
    Published October 23, 2024
    Manager's Response:

    Hi Trish, we take the cleanliness of our properties seriously, and we're sorry your stay got off to a rocky start. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following:
    - Thank you for your feedback. I genuinely appreciate you sharing both the positives and the challenges of your stay. You’re absolutely right—there was a mix-up in our cleaning schedule, which unfortunately resulted in the home not being ready upon your arrival. I want to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. As you mentioned, I responded immediately, and the cleaners were on-site as soon as possible to address the situation.
    - I’m so glad that, despite this hiccup, you enjoyed the unique charm and history of our home. The winter storm that hit in January led to a full restoration, and we're proud of how the house turned out. Watching the tides and the local wildlife, as well as being part of the tranquil Schoodic Peninsula, are what make this place so special.
    - I’m personally heading up to the house at the end of this month to complete a few finishing touches, addressing feedback from all of our guests to ensure every stay is as perfect as possible. Thank you again for your review and for highlighting both what makes our home special and the areas where we can continue to improve.
    Thanks for your valuable feedback as we continue to improve for future guests!

  • beautiful views, very quiet.

    4/5

    The home is very nice and it’s very impressive what they have accomplished since the hurricane moved it!

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    John
    Published September 22, 2024
  • Price was good and the view is priceless!

    5/5

    It was such a cute home. Right on the water. We loved the fire pit. Such easy access to Schoodic Peninsula. We enjoyed the little town and the quiet side of Acadia. The store right across the street had all of the supplies we needed. We enjoyed the Wrinkled Pickle restaurant and the cute art and antique shops in town.

    Mary Greb
    Published September 21, 2024
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