Renovated 1854 Sea Captain's House w/Harbor Views in Deer Isle Village<br> Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Renovated 1854 Sea Captain's House w/Harbor Views in Deer Isle Village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Renovated 1854 Sea Captain's House w/Harbor Views in Deer Isle Village located?

This family-friendly Deer Isle farm stay is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Deer Isle-Stonington Historical Society and Barred Island Preserve. Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is 6.9 mi (11 km) away.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Aug 12, 2023

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Great Deer Isle Family Vacation

Had everything we needed, beautiful kitchen, comfortable beds, did puzzle & games in the parlor. And beautiful places to explore close by away from the crowds

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken E.

Jul 22, 2023

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Excellent

Perfect place for our family of 10. We love Maine!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori C.

Jul 9, 2023

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Family vacay- Maine

Very neat old house! Enjoyed our stay! The island was beautiful and the setting in the house was amazing. Only had a couple minor issues- that didn’t affect our stay! Enjoyed the 4th of July activities as well! A couple of the bath towels smelled sour before use- like they were left in the washer too long- and the washer didn’t work well. The coffee maker didn’t work, we told the owner- used the French Press- no other maker was available. Due to the rain for the first 3 days and prior to our arrival- the house felt damp- could have used AC or at least a dehumidifier to make it more comfortable. We found at least 3 deer ticks on us throughout the week- but that’s a wooded area’s problem!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

W. Roger D.

Aug 5, 2024

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Deer Island Retreat

It's a lovely home and comfortable,perfect for a Maine vacation. As with most older homes with older furnishings there is always extra mantenance needed over the years (having grown up in a house in Uk that was Elizabethan at one end and Georgian at the other I can attest to that!) A suggestion would be to address the dust on the drapes, especially upstairs, and most importantly the dust collection on the window blinds, especially at their lower edges. In addition we had problems with having them roll/springback up, even with the new one, which would not do so.. Dust collection in the corners of rooms probably could do with a stronger fuzz buster. Bathrooms seemed very well cleaned as was the kitchen. At some point soon, it might be time to retire the house towels supplied.They have almost entirely lost any kind of absorbency for drying! The toilet seats in several bathrooms needed securing which we could have done, except we could not find a large enough bladed screw driver . A temporary adjustment was completed with a table knife! Needless to say, none of this detracted from a highly enjoyable stay. Loved the pond/lake behind the house and the woodland walk close by off King Street as well as the charming village of Stonington and all the great restaurants.e had a great day out on the water with charlie's "Bug-a-Boo" boat. One suggestion would be to have a visitor's book or a site with testimonials so we could comment on some of the great finds. Thanks

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie G.

Sep 16, 2023

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No safe for people

This property is unfit for people to stay in. There is mold throughout the house. Structurally speaking, the front porch is collapsing. If you sit on any floors, you will see it’s covered in dog hair. Also the washer was filled with black dog hair. My family left two days early because of these conditions and when we nicely emailed the manager about these issues,they never responded.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn F., Hamden CT

Jul 25, 2022

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Historic Maine House in the Heart of Deer Isle Village

"Pickering House" is a charming, comfortable home in a fabulous location. The house and yard is spacious - with 2 living rooms and a separate family room, a big, very well-equipped kitchen (with seating around a huge island), a fantastic front porch, a back patio with cushioned chairs and picnic tables and Adirondack chairs scattered under shady trees in a garden with fruit trees. It well accommodated our big group of 8 adults and three dogs. Although technically not waterfront, we had a view of a cove across the street and we really enjoyed sitting on the front porch reading and playing games (although the traffic on the street sometimes got a little loud). We walked less than 5 minutes to beautiful Lily Pond, a town park with clean, warm water. Just a 5 minute walk in the other direction is a terrific coffee shop, a yoga studio, several shops, an antique store, a hotel with a bar and restaurant open on weekends, a library and post office. You really do not have to go anywhere else but within a ten-minute drive you can be in Stonington with lots of ways to eat lobster, kayak, boat rides, the Opera House, farmers market and more. The house is furnished with many antiques and, while not pristine, it was clean and comfortable. Annie, the host, was genuinely interested in making sure we had what we needed to make our stay enjoyable. When we could not get a blender to work, she rushed over with another. We had a great vacation and would happily return.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah B.

Jul 20, 2022

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A wonderful house and location

The house has tons of character, and old New England farm-house feel, complete with original decor. Yet, it is comfortable. Spacious, a well-outfitted kitchen, and the beds are splendid. Great location with Lilly pond a short walk the backyard, and Little Deer Isle in the front. We had a great time

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Mary Kay F.

Jul 6, 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Our Time in Maine

A once beautiful historic home with a large front porch is literally falling apart. A walk around the outside of the house reveals rotting trim and cellar door, shingles on the ground and a roof in extreme need of repair. Once inside, the house appears charming, however, it was immediately clear that the house was in need of a thorough cleaning. Dust and cobwebs were abundant. The coffee pot had to be cleaned two times with vinegar before use. All dishes and cookware had to be washed. The gas to the stove was not turned on. Due to temperatures in the 40’s, we asked that the furnace be turned on to take off the chill. The propane stove in the library was also listed as an alternative heat source. The owner did not know how to turn it on. The owner stated that no one had requested to use the stove or furnace in her 10 years of ownership. We had someone get trapped in a bathroom due to a faulty doorknob. Luckily, we had a handy person with us who was able to rescue her. In spite of these issues, we enjoyed evenings on the porch and our time in Maine. The people, the food and the scenery were wonderful.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 1, 2021

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Great family stay

Great location and house. It was a comfortable and relaxing stay. Great communication and easy check in

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pieter R.

Jul 26, 2021

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Great house in a lovely location. Deer Isle is quiet, but quintissentially Maine.

What you see is what you get. There were seven of us and there were great spaces to be together as well as be apart. Swimming at Lily Pond was really nice. Trails on the island are great, Stonington is nearby and Bar Harbor is not too long a drive for a little more action.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Kathleen M.

Oct 12, 2020

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The Pickering House

Deer Isle is the name of both the island and the town. Pickering House is located on busy Route 15, but the house is well set back from the road. What a site to see upon arrival-a big, elegant White House surrounded by beautiful White hydrangeas. One can walk to the village, but there are no sidewalks. loving care has kept this gem of a home ready to welcome guests. The house is loaded with period antiques including an organ (in the library) and a baby grand piano (formal living room). A Jotoul stove is in the library and is welcomed to take the chill away. A huge kitchen with Aga stove and a second summer stove. Don’t forget to pack a corkscrew to enjoy A glass of wine while sitting in the sunlit formal living room while listening to the baby grand piano. Deer Isle is a great place to explore via hiking trails to Barred Island Preserve where one can walk across sandbar at low tide. Don’t miss Sand Beach and its views of islands and mountains. Great spot for kayaking. The weather in September can be brisk or warm and sunny. Note many of the restaurants have limited hours. Call ahead for reservations

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

Oct 5, 2020

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Hydrangea Heaven

Lovely nineteenth century Maine house. Gourmet appointed kitchen with Aga stove and Subzero refrigerator. Brightly lit but cozy. Set back from road but convenient to town. Close enough to harbor for fog to envelope front porch and sunlight off the water to dazzle. Owner is delightful and most helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Sep 9, 2020

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Perfect home for our large combined family!

What a wonderful, cozy and interesting place to enjoy some much-needed time away with our large combined family! The Pickering House is absolutely lovely, with lots of room for everyone. The large front porch became a nightly gathering area for our eight older kids, and Lily Pond was a daily treat for everyone. The home is older and as such there are a few quirky things (older, island plumbing and intermittent power outages), but overall we couldn't have asked for a more perfect place. Many of the businesses in the local village were not open due to Covid, however there was hardly a dull moment. Bar Harbor is about an hour away and we took a few day trips, as well as explored some of the surrounding villages. We enjoyed discovering the Yellow Birch Farm, where you can find great produce as well as amazing art. Overall, a wonderful experience and highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah O.

Nov 16, 2019

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Fabulous old house

A lovely old home with lots of space. We were only 3 so felt a little silly in a house this size. It would easily fit 8 to 10 comfortably. Lots of sitting space, comfortable bedrooms, lovely trail to a lake. Easy drives to other hiking and scenic spots. Communicating with Annie was very pleasant and easy. The directions about getting into the house and the rules and use of the home were well described. We had a great time and would happily use this home again if we were back in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Aug 18, 2019

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A great place to stay!

We enjoyed a weeklong vacation with another family. The house is lovely and spacious and the island had plenty to keep us busy. It was really nice to be able to walk to the pond for swimming and fishing as well as to the village for coffee and the night market.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Jul 28, 2019

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Ideal vacation.

Amazing property! Deer Isle is beautiful and relaxing. This house has every charming detail you would want.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth G.

Jul 28, 2019

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Great property

Huge house accommodated the family very nicely! We loved the many outdoor opportunities on deer isle and the nearby mainland. The dining room, kitchen and living room made great gathering spaces at the start and end of the day for meals. Owner was very responsive to questions before we arrived. The only negative was the busy road the house is located on and the early morning traffic.

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Jul 27, 2019

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Deer Isle Mini-Reunion

A very lovely spot a 5 minute walk from Deer Isle Village ... Annie was available for any questions (although the information given before our visit and the booklet provided upon arrival was wonderful.) This home is lovely and fun at the same time... Annie has collected interesting things from her travels, which provides warmth and interest in every room. We were there with our son and his family. Our 4 yr old grandson loved the yard and Janet (our point person while there) had left a watering can out for him to "help" with caring for the plants outside... very sweet! We have a golden doodle who stayed with our other son who lives 5 minutes away, so we didn't have her with us, but Annie will allow you to bring a dog with prior clearance. Because we were gone most days, we chose to leave her with her "cousin" dogs, but it was an option. This is a family friendly house, but one that deserves care, as would your own! Check it out and I know you won't be disappointed... it is a gem! The Anderson Family

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

Aug 19, 2018

Never have had such a relaxing and magical vacation!

Great location on Deer Isle. Walked to the coffee shop everyday after a morning jog. Short drive into Stonington to enjoy a beer and watch the boats. We rode bikes, went hiking and kayaking. Only time we left the island was to go hiking on Blue Hill Mountain. It was a beautiful hike and the view at the summit was well worth the work. I wish I had two weeks so we could venture out and visit some nearby places. Literally around every corner there is breathtaking beauty. The island is quiet and serene and not filled with people. If you are looking for peace and the comforts of home (the house has EVERYTHING you need) this is where you want to be. Deer Isle and the Pickering House will hold a special place in our hearts.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Aug 1, 2018

Delightful stay!

Annie was very attentive and offered many suggestions for us as we made our way around the Deer Isle area. Every morning we had our coffee on the front porch! So relaxing! Thanks Annie!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

Jul 19, 2018

Could not be better for us

What a wonderful week we had. The home is a wonderful blend of old and new. This lovely home is over 160 years old . The appliances are all upscale and the pots and pans were heavy. Preparing lobster was no problem and the owner, Annie, whom we grew to love because she was so helpful, had everything we needed. The location worked for us and we did sit out each morning on the porch drinking coffee before we enjoyed the other areas of Maine. The house worked for the 10 of us because the house is large enough that we were not on top of each other. The "boys" enjoyed the game table in the long front room. They never turned on the large TV at the other end of the room. Staying at this fun house made our stay outstanding. All 10 of us have wonderful memories of a great week. Thanks to Annie for sharing her wonderful home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Aug 25, 2016

Deer Isle retreat

My family thoroughly enjoyed our week on Deer Isle while staying at the Pickering House. The house is very historic, filled with antiques and interesting objects, was clean and comfortable, and has a large, well equipped kitchen that was perfect for preparing meals. We enjoyed exploring Deer Isle, both on land and with kayaks, eating local produce, cheeses and of course, lobster! Annie provided accurate and thorough information about the house and the island and was very prompt in getting back to us when we had a question. We would certainly recommend the Pickering to friends and relatives.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Aug 14, 2016

We loved this Beautiful historical home

My family had a wonderful time among nature, history and water. We loved this visit to Maine staying in this historical home. It has great gathering rooms throughout. Three choices for sitting rooms, a large kitchen for all to gather during mealtime and an eclectic dining room for our dinners. We loved the game room/library with all its period pieces, games, collectibles and books. The bedrooms were lovely and comfy. But our favorite spot was the front porch both morning and night. A great place to enjoy your morning coffee. This home is so close to the quaint town of Deer Isle. And just a short drive to Stonington for a peek into the fishing life of the locals. There were good options for hiking, dining and absorbing the local life. We can't rave enough about our special family time in this beautiful home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

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