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Harbor View Cottage Maine, 150+ years old

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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Cutler, ME
  • Popular LocationThe Bold Coast4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCutler Coast Public Reserved Land6 min drive
  • Popular LocationJasper Beach38 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)103 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Harbor View Cottage Maine, 150+ years old

Vacation in a place where family and friends can experience the real “Downeast way of life.”

Located in Cutler, Maine, a quaint coastal fishing village, where life is simple and the locals are friendly. Awake to a breathtaking sunrise that marks the beginning of the working day for fishermen.

Spectacular ocean views can be found around every turn in this spacious 100+ years old cottage. Spend time relaxing on the cottage’s deck, overlooking the day-to-day activity of the harbor and the community. Or, within just a two-minute walk you can stop to say 'good morning' to the locals on one of the several nearby wharfs, while buying some freshly caught lobster for the evening’s feast.

Guests who stay here will enjoy the serenity of Cutler’s picturesque harbor, they will also have access to the “Bold Coast,” one of Maine’s most rugged and scenic coastlines. This elegant country cottage has all the conveniences of home. Our fully equipped kitchen has stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Views of the harbor can be admired in most of the eleven rooms, including the informal breakfast area and the formal dining room. Furnished with antiques throughout helps to capture the feeling of being in New England. Visitors can relax while bathing in the claw foot tub or sipping wine in the reading nook. Our cottage comfortably sleeps 7-9 people.
There are five bedrooms, four are upstairs and one is down stairs, with one king, two queens, a double and a single.
Keywords: Maine, Cottage, Ocean, Oceanfront, Village, Town, Lobster , Puffin, vacation rental, hike

Property manager

Michelle Porter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Note from host: Events/ parties allowed upon owner approval.
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 deadbolt lock
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Cutler

Located in Cutler, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Northern Tides Gallery and McCurdy Smokehouse Museum and Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quoddy Head State Park and Roque Bluffs State Park. Monica's Chocolates and Seaside Chocolate are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • The Bold Coast - 4 min drive
  • Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land - 6 min drive
  • Jasper Beach - 38 min drive
  • West Quoddy Head Light - 43 min drive
  • Roque Bluffs State Park - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Harbor Foods - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor View Cottage Maine, 150+ years old pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbor View Cottage Maine, 150+ years old?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harbor View Cottage Maine, 150+ years old?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Harbor View Cottage Maine, 150+ years old located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from The Bold Coast and within 12 mi (20 km) of Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land and Bog Brook Cove. Boot Cove Beach and Bad Little Falls Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
House hunting
Beautiful property - one kitchen cabinet door had broken hinges and fell off in the middle of the night
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
This house is perfect for a Maine vacation. Quiet, on the water, and down the road from the freshest lobster on earth. Everything was just as it was listed and the owner was very amenable and thought of every detail in the home. Just perfect. Hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutler Puffin Cruise
This is the second time we've stayed here and it was great both times. Perfect for us (5 adults). House had everything we needed and more. Great views. Quiet. And a short walk down the road to dock for the Puffin cruise. Highly recommended. And Michelle was an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We loved this captivating house and it’s location and proximity to the harbor. It was hard to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Q., Oquossoc Maine

Harborview Cottage
We absolutely love returning to this home. Location is perfect for exploring all that is Washington County, Maine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely harbor with fresh lobster right off the boat!
We are all over 70 and had trouble with the uneven floors. We got used to it over time and it was well worth it. The house is a classic old Maine home that is beautifully remodeled. The setting overlooking the harbor couldn’t be more beautiful. Several scenic walks within 5 minutes of the house. It was a quiet week in an out of the way area of the northern Maine coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N., Redding, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect coastal getaway
We really enjoyed our week stay at Harborview Cottage. We traveled with our two teenagers (one loved looking at all the antiques in the house and the other loved the lighting/windows in the house) and my elderly mother. The downstairs bedroom was perfect for a senior, no need to walk on stairs at all. The rest of us used both staircases. It was quite convenient to have the house furnished with a small supply of essentials if we had arrived too late for the grocery store. We found the beds to be very comfortable! We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the boats and stargazing. We also hiked on local trails for even more stunning views. We found Cutler to be a great location for us. We went on a whale watching boat trip, souvenir shopping in Eastport, took two trips to Canada (to the aquarium/chocolate museum and Campobello Island), a trip to Moosehorn National Wildlife refuge and visited many lighthouses. We saw seals, bald eagles, otters, porpoises, and minke whales from land. On our boat trip we saw porpoises, many minke whales, and a humpback whale. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Charming old home
There is nothing plumb or level in this venerable old home, and we loved that. Views from deck and pretty much every window were fabulous. We spent a lot of time on the deck and in the reading nook on the second floor. The kitchen is extremely well stocked with plenty of dishes, cutlery, pots and baking dishes. Temps were in mid-80s while we were there, but the house cooled down nicely at night. My only complaint regards the windows. Only one window in the reading nook opened, no windows in the living room opened, and the kitchen windows had no screens. Ventilation on the main level in the evenings would have been much better if we’d been able to open those windows. Otherwise, all is as described. And they’re not kidding about the one steep, narrow staircase. It’s practically vertical, but we used it daily without mishap; the other set of stairs is to code. Make sure you look at the pictures of the house in the 40s-50s before renovation. Fascinating. Also be sure to check out the Eastern Knubble trail, an easy walk from the house to the trailhead, and the Western Head preserve trail, which is only a 3-min drive from the house. Both are breathtakingly spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had an amazing stay. We felt right at home. It was great to see family and to meet new people also. Cutler holds a special place in our hearts. Thank you for having such a beautiful home to share with others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

alice m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket list adventure
This is a wonderful house with a few oddities. One bedroom downstairs - have to be careful walking into from living room - there is a change in floor levels 2 events. As noted the other bedrooms are upstairs - very nice accommodations - however the steps do present a problem. Very steep and short in depth / stride. An elderly person with any issues should not attempt these steps. The original steps are def a no go for someone with issues. Wonderful porch looking across road to the harbor .. along with view of library. Entering the home with fresh cut grass is not so easily done without bringing grass inside home each and every time you leave and return - as there is no sidewalk to enter the house. Don’t move the rugs in front of the doors you’ll be surprised at the cumulative dust / dirt that has gathered. We were very pleased minus these few issues. Bring your own pillows too - one of the lady’s with me could not sleep on the ones there due to a body Oder that accumulated over time. If you have a sensitive nose , bring your own pillows.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Q., Oquossoc Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Great getaway spot, highly recommend☆
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nedra J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
Charming comfy home. Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C., Bentonville, AR

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our week in Cutler.
Property is exactly as advertised. The renovated house has a lot of character. Beds are very comfortable. It’s a fun place to stay because there is history in every room. Also, well-equipped kitchen was perfect for lobster feast. Hosts were responsive and helpful. Pre-stay information was very helpful and informative.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northeast Kingdom!
We absolutely loved staying at the Harborview Cottage. My sons kept thanking me for getting such a nice house. We played games, ate amazing food and went on some gorgeous hikes. Ultimately, we reconnected as a family. The house is a 25 minute drive from the nearest grocery store, so make sure you take note!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly T., Smithfield, maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque views of cutler from the front deck!
Beautiful house in an excellent location. Hosts were very responsive and helpful. Location was perfect for hiking Cutler Public Reserve and Quoddy Head and host was knowledgeable of the area. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness
4 days not enough
Solitude yet still close to shopping. Two of Maine's best parks, Quoddy Head and Cobscook Bay, only 30 mins. Outdoor fire pit adds to the ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage with Amazing View
The house is super charming and very clean. Michelle is very knowledgeable about the area and helped us navigate some of the changes the surrounding towns are going through based on Covid. It is very important that we continue to support our small towns during this time. I highly recommend this property and though we didn't know anything about the area Michelle provided daily guidance for hikes, incredible restaurants, beaches and shops to visit. She even called around for us when we were looking for seafood steam pots!!! Fantastic location right across the water...book this NOW!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful fishing village.
Very nice historic home. Beautiful decor and furnishings. Great view of lobster fishing harbor. It’s quite a ways from restaurants and grocery store, but close to trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane Elizabeth G., Portland ME

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House! Great View!
Harbor View Cottage exceeded our expectations. The rooms are comfortable and decorated with an eye for detail. With a mix of antiques, comfy furniture, and artwork, the house has an eclectic and inviting vibe. The kitchen is fully stocked with high-quality pots and pans, complete dish sets, and all the accessories you need to cook full meals. We arrived at night, so we didn't see the spectacular view from the deck (and most of the windows) until morning. We saw a great sunrise over the harbor, could see the Milky Way and meteors at night, and watched the fog roll in one evening. Idylic Maine setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
My friends and I stayed at the cottage to celebrate my birthday. Our experience was very positive and actually better than we expected. The location was lovely and the house was roomy, well-equipped and filled with unique and interesting decorative items, books, games and music. Walk a block down the road and you can get lobster fresh off the boat which was the best we ever tasted. The only tricky thing was the flooring, so if you have issues walking, be careful. Each of us tripped frequently on the downstairs thresholds / transition strips between the living and dining room and the dining and bathroom because they weren't level. Overall we had a great experience and we will visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness
family getaway
This past fall my wife and I started looking for a place to stay Downeast for a quick “start of summer” vacation at the end of June with our two kids, my brother-in-law, his wife, their two kids as well as a family friend. We were struggling to find a place that could accommodate 9 people comfortably. Imagine our surprise when we came across this great house in Cutler that gave us all the bedrooms we needed as well as enough space to get away from each other if we needed to! The kitchen is reasonably well stocked, the deck with a BBQ was lovely and the fire pit to make s’mores was a wonderful way to end the day. The house is close to some great hiking trails and beaches and only a short drive to Lubec and Campobello Island. Everybody had a great time on our trip and really enjoyed staying at this location. We look forward to staying here again! Jason and Adrienne Gallant
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Great place in a great location
Well equipped kitchen and bedrooms. Owners are a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katy R.

Lovely!
We felt right at home in Michelle’s antique filled house with a view down to a breathtakingly beautiful harbor. We hope to come back sometime to do more exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Gail C.

Great vacation?
Great time! Fantastic views! Had everything we needed for our Annual sister trip! Very friendly coastal residential village near many recreational activities! Thank you, Michelle Porter!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard I.

Perfect getaway! Beautiful and cozy cottage. Amazing views. Close to breathtaking hiking trails.
This was such an incredible mini vacation. Michelle and Mike were so welcoming and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Anything we needed they were right there to accommodate our needs. They told us about some great hiking spots and got us the most delicious and freshest lobster we have ever had. We are looking forward to going back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018