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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • DryerDryerDryer

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South Thomaaston, ME
  • AirportRockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center13 min drive
  • Popular LocationRockland Harbor Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationRockland Ferry Terminal14 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Stay in October was just beautiful. Listing is accurate with everything you need in a kitchen as far as pot, dishes, and...
Chris W.
Oct 15, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

On Ocean, Great Sea Views, Well Equipped, Private, 3 BR

A three-bedroom, one-bath (plus an outdoor shower), year-round house which can accommodate six comfortably. Right on the ocean with two optional kayaks available at the house ($200 for both). Great for Summer, Spring, and Fall vacationing; situated on one-half acre on the ocean with fabulous 180-degree water views. Includes: well-equipped, up-to-date, Eat-in Kitchen with dishwasher and Jen Air Grill, double oven, microwave, CuisinArt, etc. Living Room with wood burning stove. House has gorgeous Post and Beam construction with lots of wood throughout. You see the ocean from the Kitchen and Living Room through double glass sliding doors. Sit on the rocks in the front yard at the water's edge. Contact owner for approval if you want to bring a pet over 25 pounds or have more than 1 pet, pet fee is per day per pet.


Shopping: Kittery Outlet Mall just off I-95 in Maine just after New Hampshire border, follow I-95 signs. Freeport: more charm (less stores) and a quaint village setting. In Thomaston, try the State Prison Store for hand-made wood furniture, decoys, and other objects. Everything is made by the inmates, no kidding. There are even tour buses that bring customers here! All prisons used to do this until union pressure stopped it in most places. On I-95 in New Hampshire the state has discount wine and liquor outlets with no state taxes and typically 10-20% less than Connecticut. Rockland: 10 minutes away with Shaws and Hannaford supermarkets - huge, modern, great selections, good prices. Wal-Mart, toy stores, restaurants, and nice stores for kids. Camden: Classic New England town with quaint shops and sights; lots of gift shopping, etc.

Sightseeing: Tenants Harbor, Camden, Owls Head Lighthouse and also The Transportation Museum, Port Clyde (and Marshall Island Lighthouse) - a fishing village with ferry to famous Monhegan Island, Farnsworth Museum in Rockland (lots of Wyeths paintings). Vinal Haven and North Haven Islands accessible by regular ferry service, about 45-minute ride. A truly scenic area is Acadia National Park which includes Bar Harbor, Cadillac Mountain, tremendous ocean views, hiking trails (The Beehive), Jordan Pond and Tea House, Wonderland, and much much more!

Dining: McLoons Lobster Shack - rated #1 by Down East Magazine - 1.25 miles from house; Primo's - Nationally-known, get reservations weeks/months in advance; Ada's Kitchen - upscale Pasta & Pizza; In Good Company - Upscale tasting plates; Rockland Cafe - cheap, locals, Tue night (all you can eat fish = $24, wine $9/glass - not fancy, but recommend if you're relaxed. Classic Inns/Restaurants: East Winds in Tenants Harbor, + Clark's Island (Craigmair). Bakery Cafe Restaurant in Thomaston. For Coffee, Cafe and books, try The Second Read (used books) on Main St Rockland. Dorman's Ice Cream on Rt 1. Happy Clam on RT 131 in Tenant’s Harbor is also good – semi upscale.

Property manager

Gene Goodman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: fee is per day per pet, see custom rules below

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR House
Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR
Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR House
Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR House
On Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR
On Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR
On Ocean Great Sea Views Well Equipped Private 3 BR

About the neighborhood

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Owls Head State Park and Beech Hill Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum. Maine State Prison Store and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 13 min drive
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 14 min drive
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 14 min drive
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Sandy Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Primo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Flipside - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Ocean, Great Sea Views, Well Equipped, Private, 3 BR pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at On Ocean, Great Sea Views, Well Equipped, Private, 3 BR ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Ocean, Great Sea Views, Well Equipped, Private, 3 BR ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Ocean, Great Sea Views, Well Equipped, Private, 3 BR located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Breakwater Vineyards, and Birch Point Beach State Park. Birch Point Beach and General Henry Knox Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 42 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., Macon. Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Just wonderful
Stay in October was just beautiful. Listing is accurate with everything you need in a kitchen as far as pot, dishes, and tons of utensils and pans. Quite and cozy, plus million dollar views. Communication with property owners was the best we’ve ever had. Owner even reached out to us to make sure everything was okay and answer any questions we had. Nice touch! Should have booked two weeks. Tons of sights in the area, museums and shopping in quaint towns. AND did I mention the lobsters??!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
The yard at this house can’t be beat, especially if you have little ones that need to run and play! It’s huge, and the view is spectacular. Notice there is no washing machine in the listing. Also, all of the beds are incredibly soft, which can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your preference. For someone with back issues, it may be a problem. The house was clean, and everything that we needed was there. Gene was responsive and helpful, and the lobster shack down the street was the best we’ve ever had in all of our trips to Maine!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Minh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A special place beyond our expectations
Every year my wife and I do a weeklong end of summer rental with our moms. Thanks to the Goodman, this was our best trip yet! We are so grateful to have found this special home. We trusted the positive reviews when booking, however reality exceeded even our highest of expectations. This property is that quintessential Maine lobster village experience we had hoped for - it felt at times as if we were in a Norman Rockwell painting! The Goodman’s home itself was just amazing! The huge front yard overlooks a rocky beach with a million dollar view of the evening’s sunset and were we enjoyed nights of star gazing. The interior was exceptionally clean with modern amenities, strong internet, and with all the comforts of home. It just felt authentic, like staying at a friends home that they actually use - and not repurposed as a rental. On the property sits two beautiful apple trees where we harvested and baked a pie. My mother in law is an avid herbalist and spent any of hours wondering the property’s wild varieties of plants and herbs. There were days where we did not have a need to leave the property because there was just so much to do within its boundaries. This is easily one of the most thoughtfully landscaped homes I have rented, it gives you a sense of seclusion and being back in touch with nature. We are so grateful to have come across this special home and the memories it has afforded us to create with our moms. We will absolutely be back next year - and many years to come! Thank you Gene for affording us with this opportunity.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While there were sites and activities nearby, nothing could compare with the absolutely stunning views at this property. We enjoyed the beauty, quiet, both sunrises and sunsets, and a million stars at night. The house was well-appointed and cozy. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This is our second time staying and we love it. The cool breeze at night, the wonderful views, and the gorgeous days spent in the yard just enjoying the weather and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was awesome. Property is just perfect.
Overall, the property is as described, comfortable clean, very well supplied with all you need. Host provides you with great info on area. Our only comment would be if you plan your trip, make sure the area is open. We found going before Memorial Day that all stores and restaurants were not open every day. We will certainly look at going back AFTER Memorial Day
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dwight S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views of ocean! Just what we wanted!
Plenty of room for two. Interesting walking and bicycling direct from the property. Nesting ospreys nearby, as well as eagles, cormorants, loons, sea gulls, and ducks, etc. plus numerous song birds on the property. The only drawback was that we had to clean the inside of the refrigerator before we could put our food in it.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extraordinary Location!
This is our second time at Gene’s house and our stay was even better than the first. We’re already planning our return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marc D., Cabot, VT

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We enjoyed our stay tremendously. I really can’t say enough good things. Read All the positive reviews. All true. We hope to come back next year. Thank you!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Silvia S., Hillsborough, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view on busy road
Set right on the water with a stunning ocean view, the house was very clean and the downstairs comfortable. However, the busy road into the island just a few feet from the house and at the beginning of a small bridge made it less than ideal while sitting outside The fact that the bedrooms were upstairs and bathroom downstairs was not mentioned. There was no photo indicating there were stairs. This made it less than ideal for me. Although I did not use the third bedroom and photos were not included, it was above the attached garage, making it a long trek to the one bathroom. Gene was very communicative and answered my questions in a timely manner.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
A special spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Summer Cottage
We enjoyed every minute of our stay. My kids loved bouldering and beach combing, and even mucking through low tide to the sand bar "island" right off shore. I enjoyed kayaking, and my husband adored McLoon's lobster shack, just up the road. The best part of all was the location of the property. We spent hours in the yard or living room watching the changing tides and gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. It was very hard to leave! The house is very well stocked and organized. The kitchen had every tool we needed. The bedrooms were confortable and we loved the outdoor shower too. Be aware that the third bedroom is over the garage. The garage is attached to the house, so it's basically a separate wing of the house (only bathroom is in the main house). If I had young kids, I would probably not want them to stay in the third, bunk room, just because it's separate from everyone else. But my teens and youngest (8) stayed there and were happy to have their own space to spread out. Communication with the hosts was excellent. We really couldn't have asked for a better stay. Hopefully we can return sometime soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Summer Cottage
The description is accurate, the cottage well supplied and the owner was very helpful! The views/location can’t be beat and the local wildlife was a joy to observe. This was a perfect getaway for our family and a great location, near so many sights and great food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C., Keene, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Home sweet home
The owner is very nice/friendly and helpful. The property is lovely. Between the adorable homie house, the gorgeous property, the endless view of the ocean and the lovely area it was exactly what I needed for my week off. With exception of picking up a few supplies, I honestly didnt feel a reason to leave it much. Plenty of sunshine, beautiful cooling breeze, grab my towel, chair, a drink and relax on the sandy area below the property. Definitely want to go back..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Beautiful property and amazing location
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F., Brunswick, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Great ocean views!
This property had the perfect location for us. It is literally right on the water and we could launch our kayak from the beach in front of the property. The views were spectacular, house is private and quiet. Very comfortable furnishings. We spent the whole time outside enjoying the view or when it got chilly enjoying the view from the living room. We plan on returning!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent fall getaway
Great views, location is definitely all about the views. Ease of travel to locations such as Acadia for day trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax away
Very nice to relax and enjoy the sun. A good book, a swim, a kayak ride and just relax.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
Lovely location, comfortable home.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jackie M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Maine coastal home
The home was extremely clean. The kitchen the best stocked of any home we have rented and the view from the property simply amazing. Kayaking in the bay was great. Gene is very easy to work with and very responsive to questions. A great place to stay and enjoy the Maine coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paulina Z., New York City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Escape
This was the perfect getaway for an extended period of time. We stayed for 3 weeks and truly felt at peace the whole time. So many cute wild critters roaming around! The home is absolutely lovely and full of all the things someone might need while staying away. Rented the kayaks from the owners too and was so nice to go launch right off the property after work. We took advantage of being so close to McLoons too and spent a lot of time exploring the nearby towns and cities. Contacting Gene whenever we had questions was super easy and he and his wife were so lovely in giving the best recommendations of what to do, see and eat. Highly recommend this listing and without a doubt will be coming back!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

Diana B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spruce Head
The dishwasher did not work, the yard was full of dog waste and the third bedroom above the garage had no heat...... the coffee pot was extremely dirty and the shower could use an upgrade. No hot water pressure in the kitchen sink.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
The location of the house was stunning. 180 degree views. As a landscape painter, I never had to leave the property for beautiful scenes to paint. The owner was super responsive to our needs. Plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and nice place
Family vacation at Gene’s place was great. Well equipped and can’t beat the location. Right on the water and close to Rockland. Highly recommended for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home with great ocean views and beautiful yard.
Comfortable home with great ocean views and a beautiful yard right on the water. Home was clean and well equipped. Excellent access for kayaking around the bay with several nice islands to explore. Although in a quiet location it is a short drive to Rockland and Camden as well as a few lighthouses and several great beaches. Quiet when you want and close to plenty to do when you want to get out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
South Thomaaston
Structure Type
Private vacation home