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PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room

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Perched on a rocky stretch of Maine coast, Jaquish Lane offers an oceanfront retreat. With luxurious amenities like a chef's kitchen and fireplace, this property is perfect for gatherings with friends and family.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 121872 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room


JAQUISH LANE
Perched on a stretch of rocky Maine coast, Jaquish Lane is a fully renovated oceanfront compound with stunning views of the sea from nearly every room. The property is well off the main road, and offers total privacy. Jaquish Lane consists of two separate structures (Jaquish House and #14) connected by an open grassy lawn.

JAQUISH HOUSE is a large, luxurious family home with a huge open plan living area with sweeping ocean views. The master suite has breathtaking views from the king sized bed - as well as the jacuzzi soaking tub.

“NUMBER 14” is a gem-like efficiency "honeymoon cottage" for two from the early 1900’s - when there was little else on the island.

Enjoy naps on the porch or walk to nearby beaches, restaurants and shops. Explore tidepools along the water’s edge or take advantage of the world class striper fishing from the rocks . Eat lobster freshly pulled from the sea by local lobstermen. Go sailing to nearby Eagle Island or kayak the miles of peaceful Harpswell coastline. Curl up in front of the fireplace with a book and a glass of wine.

Whatever you choose to do, it all comes back to the view. Crashing waves or perfect calm – the sea is a constant and ever changing presence at both Jaquish House and Number 14. Sit back and watch the ocean change with the weather. Hour by hour. Minute by minute. Always different. Always beautiful.

Jaquish Lane is a place to gather, surrounded by friends and family. A place for sharing meals and stories and remembering how wonderful it feels to truly let yourself slow down.

Both JAQUISH HOUSE and NUMBER 14 were completely renovated in early 2015. The chefs kitchen features all new appliances as well as high efficiency washer and dryer. Bedrooms all have brand new mattresses and are furnished with luxury bedding and linens. JAQUISH HOUSE features one King sized Master suite with en suite bathroom featuring an oceanfront jacuzzi soaking tub. One Queen bedroom with ocean views, one Queen bedroom with 48" television and blu ray player, and one "bunk room" with 4 twin beds. Free wifi - high speed internet throughout. NUMBER 14 has one Queen bed, an ensuite bathroom with clawfoot tub and tiled shower, and a kitchenette with sink, stovetop, microwave and fridge.

NUMBER 14 is available from May 1st to November 1st.
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EVENTS
Jaquish Lane is perfectly set up to host small weddings, family reunions, or other special gatherings, and can be rented with the property next door - The Gills (vrbo 318909) which sleeps an additional 6 and The Red House (vrbo 1063510) which sleeps 4. All three cottages are a part of THE GILLS GROUP.

Depending on the size and type of gathering there are additional fees / insurance requirements for all events. Please inquire to learn more.
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AVAILABILITY
If the summer dates you are looking for aren't available at Jaquish Lane, please check out my other two properties on Bailey Island that make up THE GILLS GROUP.

VRBO Property # 318909 (The Gills) which sleeps 6 and VRBO Property # 1063519 (The Red House) which sleeps 4. The Gills Group cottages can be rented together to accommodate parties of all sizes.
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PETS
Pets are welcome at Jaquish House and will incur a fee of $60 per night per pet. This is non-negotiable. Everyone says, "My pet would never damage anything," but sadly, experience has proven that's not always the case.
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BAILEY ISLAND
25 minutes from Brunswick and Bowdoin College. 40 minutes from Freeport and L.L.Bean. 55 minutes from Portland. Bailey Island is the perfect place to unplug, recharge, and reconnect with family and friends.
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THE OWNER
My name is Carter Smith and I am the owner of THE GILLS GROUP (The Red House, Jaquish Lane and The Gills). I was born on Bailey Island and after traveling the world I know that this little island is special. As both a photographer and filmmaker, I travel quite a bit and I've furnished the houses with things I've collected from around the world (and around Maine). These are not just "rental properties"to me . These are houses I've designed and furnished with love and attention to detail - places where I spend time with family and friends whenever I get the chance. Places that I love sharing.
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WHEN USING "ONLINE BOOKING" - YOUR RESERVATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED "CONFIRMED" UNTIL YOU COMMUNICATE WITH THE PROPERTY MANAGER

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: smoking inside = $500.00 additional cleaning fee

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,872 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Additional insurance coverage MUST be taken out for all events. Multi-week rentals MUST be cleaned each week of your stay (at an additional charge)
For multi-week rentals, a non-refundable $139 property fee will be charged for each additional week (partial or full) of your stay.
if using "INSTANT BOOKING" make sure your departure​ day is a SATURDAY. We can only accept Saturday to Saturday rentals from June 1 - September 28th.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $60 per pet / per night

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events are subject to an event fee please inquire

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking inside = $500.00 additional cleaning fee

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Events are subject to an event fee please inquire
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Bailey Island, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Land's End Gift Shop - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Ash Cove Pottery - 37 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 47 min drive - 33.2 miles

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 28 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪B.I.G.S. Bailey Island General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Slow Bell Cafe - ‬192 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Casco Bay and Land's End Gift Shop. Mackerel Cove and Bailey Island Bridge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMPOUND with spectacular ocean views from nearly every room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Jaquish

Fabulous location for a multi generational family gathering. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation Retreat

We loved our visit to this beautiful Maine home. The ocean views were amazing from the great room, deck, and master bedroom and bath. The sunrises were breathtaking. We enjoyed watching the lobster boats checking their traps each day and the boats sailing in Casco Bay. The open living space was great for our family of 5 adults and a dog to spend time together – very spacious and comfortable. There were books, games and puzzles to keep everyone busy. The kitchen was well equipped with everything that we needed – there really was no need to leave, although we did enjoy a couple of delicious meals at local restaurants right on the island. This home is awesome – a wonderful place to relax, spend time together, and just enjoy the spectacular views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Beach

Beautiful house with all the amenities you could ask for. The kitchen is well stocked to prepare great meals of the local seafood. Location and plentiful beautiful views made this stay awesome. Plenty to do and see. This is a beautiful area of the country. Experienced a Nor'easter during our stay too. We lost power but not to worry, our property contact Dave was there in a moment's notice to fire up the generator. He was a gem in taking care of us and making sure everything was perfect. I hope to return next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina L., Brooklyn, New York

Unlike anything else!

We are deeply in love with the beauty and vibe of coastal Maine...its incredibly peaceful and so special. And then somehow this home, its decor, and its location still managed to blow us away. We are very picky and hard to please...but Carter just gets it. Everything in his home is cozy and luxurious yet also authentic and natural. We wanted a slow week with our two young children and this was the perfect vacation for that. We hiked, saw seals, combed the beach for shells, took photographs, ate our weight in lobster, shopped for souvenirs + artwork, took a boat tour, read books, and cooked. Bailey island is so unique and its hard to explain, just go. Carter's home truly accentuates the Maine lifestyle and you can tell he truly loves this place. The giant bathtub overlooking the sea was heaven, the fully stocked kitchen was delightful, his library of Maine-based literature was clever, and the multiple outdoor lounging/dining areas was picture-perfect. I have many recommendations as to what to do on Bailey Island, too many to fit here. But mainly do this: have breakfast at The Driftwood Inn, walk down to Land's End for fun shopping, hike the Devil's back trail to see seals (Orr's Island), take the noon boat ride from Cook's Lobster house, sit on the deck at Jaquish Lane with a glass of wine and just relax. It rarely gets better than this. Thank you Carter!

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delayed by one year 50th wedding anniversary celebration for Peg & me.Children (& spouses), g-children and my wife’s sister all able to join us this year.Oceanside house was beautifully situated for consistent great views (including a whale one morning!) and a comfortable sense of privacy. Very eclectic furnishings that fit well together! All in all, definitely, an A stay!Mike Coyne
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful & Quiet with great ocean view!!

Great location if you want to get away from the busyness of life.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation

The house was beautiful and took our Maine vacation to the next level. The ocean views were incredible. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot. Refreshing to stay in a real house!

We sat and watched a major winter storm outside the window. Very exciting from within a cozy house. We enjoyed staying in a house where you could feel somebody's presence, rather than the "accessorized" vacation homes with welcoming signs from the Dollar store etc. Only thing lacking--place needs a new key box because the existing one is hard enough to use that it feels like it won't work. Gorgeous place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

This property is stunning, and the view is spectacular. If this were my house, I’d never leave! We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Neurine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

All was good except the bedroom with the waterbed-like frame. It was uncomfortable. Also not air conditioned. We could have used a dishwasher. The setting was great. Overall, it was a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quintessential Maine

Absolutely loved this quintessential Maine home. Perfect for spending time with family and relaxing. The view is breathtaking with wonderful breezes and subtle buoy chimes in the background. Host was responsive to our inquiry.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

We celebrated our Mom’s 70th birthday in this beautiful space. It exceeded our expectations and the property manager David is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing view!

Great house, great view, great communication. The house was super comfortable and relaxed for our group of adults, little kids and dog. Kitchen was well equipped but just note there’s no dishwasher. I expected to be able to walk down from the house to a rocky beach but it’s just a large rocky drop off. However we did enjoy the small sandy beach that’s just a 2 minute walk down the road for incredible sunrises and sunsets Would love to return sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., NYC NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

JAQUISH LANE

This was our second time staying at the Gills Group houses. This time in Jaquish which is the largest. LOVED this house. We were a group of seven and everyone had their own space. It's also great that it comes with the #14 cottage. The open living space is perfect and has the most incredible ocean views. Really no need to ever leave! The house manager Dave is also great. Very responsive to any and all needs. Makes the overall experience seamless. Cannot wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebration of Mom's life

Absolutely prefect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

It was a wonderful stay. Everyone was so helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Home in an ideal location

I was so impressed with the care taken in the property. It really is a special place. We had six adults and three kids so were left with plenty of space to hang out. The kitchen was really well equipped (less a dishwasher, but we adjusted to that pretty quickly). We had a lot of rain but the common space was large and comfortable and a perfect place to watch a storm roll through.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation spot

The house was amazing as was the setting. We are a family of 6 (all grown kids) and everyone had plenty of room to relax and unwind and be together inside and out! Dave, our property manager was incredibly responsive and lovely. We had such a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent stay!

The trip got off to a great start when we entered the home, dimly lit and with a fire roaring. It was already dark, so we could not see the ocean, but when we awoke the next morning, we could then see the beautiful ocean views and rocky coast from the expansive primary bedroom windows. The coastline is exactly as it appears in the photos, the tides are pretty large providing a changing landscape throughout the day, the lobster boats come by regularly with sets directly in front of the home, there is constant entertainment. Functionally, the kitchen was fully stocked with all cookware, utensils, basic spices, and paper towels. Everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home at a beautiful location

House was as spectacular as listed. Kitchen very well equipped. Views were amazing. All 11 of us had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Visit

We enjoyed our time on Bailey’s Island very much. The cottages were perfectly located and gave us wonderful time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary

This is a beautiful home with an incredible view and lots of magical details. Loved the cozy couches inside and out!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S., Framingham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful & Relaxing

The property is in a fantastic location. The view is more than amazing and our family & friends enjoyed being in the great open room or outside on the deck. The beauty begins with sunrise over the water. We were able to see several rainbows over the water and one day a double rainbow. At night the moon glistening on the water was so beautiful. Friends felt completely spoiled by the guest cottage when they visited. The location is convenient to many things and there is a perfect little beach within walking distance. If you have access to kayaks or a stand up board bring them. The younger children LOVED the bunkroom. It was outfitted with large raccoon & fox puppets climbing on the bunks which they immediately named and played with. Our extended family had a great time here. The only downside is maybe that for the large group that we were there is no dishwasher. We used paper plates sometimes and worked around it. The oven is functional but the pull out racks are a little rickety and the interior is beginning to deteriorate some. Made it seem like it was not clean inside. The outdoor grill is showing its age as well & needed a good scrubbing before use. The property manager Dave was available for any questions we had during our stay and very friendly. Bailey Island is a beautiful and relaxing place. We were all mesmerized by the water view, salt air, & ALL found ourselves so relaxed and wanting to nap in the late afternoon. The cottage decor is as pictured and unique. When friends visited we were 11 people for dinner. The large table could accommodate all of us. One night the youngest two sat at the little game table with the "fancy pouf" seats and felt like princesses. If you decide to venture out for dinner there are many amazing choices. Two favorites were Dolphin & The School House in Harpswell. This is a fantastic place for a relaxing seaside vacation with family & friends. We had so much fun & created many great memories here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celia B., Boulder. Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Epic vacation!

What an exquisite place for our family gathering… It served all our needs and all our senses! The home was spacious andbeautiful and had everything we needed, including wonderful gathering areas and porch views of the magnificent sea. We were three generations, and there was something for everyone, both on the property itself and in our adventures. We had two fantastic lobster nights with freshly caught local lobster, and adventured frequently to tide pools, area beaches, and hiking trails. The hosts were very responsive and helpful throughout our time, helping us locate kayak rentals, local lobster haunts and more. With the biblical sunsets, lobster rolls, beautiful paddling, and local homemade ice cream, this vacation was one for the books. Thank you Jaquish Lane and Bailey Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful private getaway

My wife and I rented this beautiful home(s) for a week and didn’t want to go back to reality. The experience was better than pictures will show, Bailey Island is like going back to simpler, better times. There is a tv there, but wasn’t turned on once. Cooking, listening to music by the sea, games with friends who came up, hikes, etc. The property manager Dave was extremely attentive and helpful with anything we needed, and the check in/out was simple. The views and Bailey Island as a whole were just gorgeous and the people in town and restaurants like Cook’s and Sundrenched couldn’t of been friendlier. We will definitely like to come back, as would our pup, who I had to pick up to get into the car when it was time to go- something that never happens!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022