Private 4 BR Cottage W\/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays\n
About this house rental
Balsam Cottage is a family - friendly cottage where our children and grandchildren have gathered to enjoy the area of Mid-Coast Maine. We would like you to enjoy it too! The cottage rents from Saturday to Saturday during the summer months and is available for more flexible bookings during spring and fall. This sunny and spacious 4 bedroom cottage is a quiet retreat that is sheltered by tall spruce trees that provide privacy, yet the harbor and the village are only a short walk away. A ramp leads to the large wooden wrap around deck that is outfitted with comfortable chairs - a quiet place to have morning coffee or afternoon tea while watching the birds, reading a good book, or planning your activities for the next day. On the first floor of the cottage there is a newly refurbished living room with comfortable seating for up to eight guests, a fireplace, and a large screen smart TV. Guests can log in to their own Apps. and watch whatever they want. There is also a bright, sunny dining area where the family can gather, and a galley kitchen. There are also two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a newly renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower and a comfort height commode. A washer/dryer unit is also is located on the first floor. On the second floor there are two large bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a full size bed and a twin bed. There is a second full bathroom between the two bedrooms with a tub/shower. Bed and bath linens are not included. You can either bring your own or we can arrange to have them supplied for a per person fee upon request. This cottage is equipped with Cable TV and WiFi to keep you entertained and connected as you plan each day's adventures. Access to the shorefront just a five minute walk away. Our guests can launch their kayaks or canoes in this area and explore the waters of Tenants Harbor. We recommend Drift Inn public beach in Port Clyde, a 5-10 minute drive from the cottage, for swimming. This beach has a beautiful sandy expanse at low tide. Bring a picnic lunch, a good book and enjoy the day! There is a public parking lot a short walk from the beach. The village of Tenants Harbor is just a short walk away from the cottage with scenic views of the harbor along the way. The post office, general store, The Quarry Tavern at The East Wind Inn, The Town Landing, The Schoolhouse Bakery, and the Happy Clam restaurant with its Outback bar are nearby. Walk by the Town Office and see the sculpture of St George and the Dragon, and stop in at the Jackson Memorial Library. The cottage is located only a short distance (10 minute)drive to Port Clyde where you can book tickets for the Ferry to Monhegan Island, pick your favorite flavor at Village Ice Cream, enjoy the scenic view from Marshall Point Light, or check out the art galleries. We invite you to stay at Balsam Cottage in Tenants Harbor as you enjoy your adventures exploring the midcoast of Maine.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Map of Tenants Harbor, ME
House in Tenants Harbor, ME
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(35 Reviews)
5.0
The house was located in a Forrest of trees but within walking distance to the harbor and the general store. Very peaceful setting and we enjoyed our stay. Very easy to communicate with owners.
5.0
Another fantastic vacation spent at Balsam Cottage... this year I stayed for two weeks with two different sets of family/friends each week... we enjoyed the lazy, quiet, cozy time at the cottage and used it as our launching point for many a fun daytrip and activities... such as... visiting magnificent Monhegan Island, going on informative and exciting Puffin Tours, seeing the amazing collections at Owls Head Transportation Museum, walking the long stone breakwater to the Rockland Lighthouse, 4th of July festivities at Camden, scouring quaint gift shops, being inspired by local artists' at their galleries, soaking in the sensational seaside scenery, dipping in the brisk, revitalizing waters at Drift Inn beach and hunting for crabs and snails in the nearby rocky shore, dining at delicious local restaurants, tapping our happy feet to the tantalizing tunes at the Wednesday Jam Session in the St. George Grange Hall, clutching tasty ice cream cones at the Port Clyde Village Ice Cream place, etc., Etc., ETC. Well worth every cent and every moment... looking forward to returning again hopefully next year... this was my third time staying at the blessed Balsam Cottage. Thanks and Blessings to the friendly owners!
5.0
Had an extended stay what a great place very convenient to all surrounding locations
5.0
Enjoyable
5.0
A very well located and stocked rental home. This house has ample space and a generally well stocked kitchen. I would note that the "grill" is a George Foreman grill and so smaller and less heat than many will expect. However, we were able to make it work to grill our lobsters. We had a great time and would happily stay here again.
5.0
Perfect location for a trip to Maine! House was clean and comfortable located in a beautiful wooded property. Very quiet and loved the serenity of the area. We did a lot of sight seeing of the Maine coast so this was a very good midpoint. Wonderful hosts! Provided detailed listing of restaurant, things to do in the area etc.
5.0
A summer family and friends reunion.
It was a no drama or stress vacation with a super easy rental process, great clean and well equipped home in a nice location.
5.0
Wonderful family vacation
The cottage is in an excellent location-very private, short walk to the beach. There was plenty of room for all of us.
Being able to walk into the village to the store, restaurant, etc was really convenient. I highly recommend this property.
The owner was very communicative and helpful as well.
5.0
We had a wonderful week in this house. The kitchen is well equiped. The house was clean and well maintained. We had a lovely time visiting family and enjoying the local area. The trip to Monhegan Island was a special day.
5.0
Wonderful Stay
We had a wonderful week in this house. The kitchen is well equiped. The house was clean and well maintained. We had a lovely time visiting family and enjoying the local area. The trip to Monhegan Island was a special day.
5.0
We have stayed many places along the mid coast of Maine. We especially enjoyed this cottage because it is secluded in the woods and a short walk to the center of Tenants Harbor with its unbelievable views and vistas. The village has a general store , post office and a couple of great restaurants. We also enjoyed meeting the hospitable owners who we very concerned that we were enjoying our stay. There are many places to walk and it is a short drive to places of numerous places of interest. Needless to say , we are already planning for a return visit. Denny and Peg Meacham (and Rosie our golden retriever)
5.0
Beautiful and secluded in the Main woods
We have stayed many places along the mid coast of Maine. We especially enjoyed this cottage because it is secluded in the woods and a short walk to the center of Tenants Harbor with its unbelievable views and vistas. The village has a general store , post office and a couple of great restaurants. We also enjoyed meeting the hospitable owners who we very concerned that we were enjoying our stay. There are many places to walk and it is a short drive to places of numerous places of interest. Needless to say , we are already planning for a return visit. Denny and Peg Meacham (and Rosie our golden retriever)
5.0
Absolutely wonderful, cozy and inviting!
5.0
Home away from home
Absolutely wonderful, cozy and inviting!
5.0
We have loved Tenants Harbor and this property for many years - always clean, refreshing and accommodating. This year we especially appreciated the ramp which made it possible for two special guests to join us at Balsam cottage.
5.0
Amazing!
We have loved Tenants Harbor and this property for many years - always clean, refreshing and accommodating. This year we especially appreciated the ramp which made it possible for two special guests to join us at Balsam cottage.
5.0
Great Find!
This is a great house and location! Tucked away in the woods yet just a 5 minute walk to the ocean. Nice big table for family dinners and puzzles! Very comfortable and clean. Loved exploring the area, lots to discover. Several great restaurants within walking distance too!
4.0
Balsam Cottage made for a comfortable stay and we very much enjoyed the location in Tenants and proximity to Port Clyde. The home is equipped with the basics for your stay. Being that the property is used for extended visits, there would be a few additional items that would have enhanced the comfort: larger television, outdoor hose, mirrors in bedrooms and some provided beach chairs. And while not in the owners control, the road in and out was very bumpy to navigate. Overall, the home met our needs, was accurate to the provided description and the owners were very easy and professional to engage with. Thank you!
4.0
The booking process was extremely smooth! We were a large group, 7 adults and a 4-yr-old.
5.0
The house was perfect, and we had a lovely stay. It's an easy walk into Tenants' Harbor and the hotel there, which has a great breakfast. And there are several other restaurants within easy reach. There were four well appointed bedrooms and a wonderful deck where we could sit in the morning over coffee or in the evening before dinner. We would definitely recommend this.
5.0
Perfect get-away
The house was perfect, and we had a lovely stay. It's an easy walk into Tenants' Harbor and the hotel there, which has a great breakfast. And there are several other restaurants within easy reach. There were four well appointed bedrooms and a wonderful deck where we could sit in the morning over coffee or in the evening before dinner. We would definitely recommend this.
4.0
Comfortable Stay at Tenants Harbor
Balsam Cottage made for a comfortable stay and we very much enjoyed the location in Tenants and proximity to Port Clyde. The home is equipped with the basics for your stay. Being that the property is used for extended visits, there would be a few additional items that would have enhanced the comfort: larger television, outdoor hose, mirrors in bedrooms and some provided beach chairs. And while not in the owners control, the road in and out was very bumpy to navigate. Overall, the home met our needs, was accurate to the provided description and the owners were very easy and professional to engage with. Thank you!
4.0
Balsam peace
The booking process was extremely smooth! We were a large group, 7 adults and a 4-yr-old.
5.0
My husband and I traveled to Maine from Florida during the second week of October. We wanted to see the changing leaves and enjoy cooler weather in a lovely location. This cottage did not disappoint. It is very well equipped and extremely comfortable, particularly the beds! We had a great time and I would not hesitate to come back here again.
5.0
Celebrating Autumn in a Cozy Cottage
My husband and I traveled to Maine from Florida during the second week of October. We wanted to see the changing leaves and enjoy cooler weather in a lovely location. This cottage did not disappoint. It is very well equipped and extremely comfortable, particularly the beds! We had a great time and I would not hesitate to come back here again.
5.0
Very clean house and nice location.
Easy, clean, simple, beautiful.
4.0
Sweet cottage in a pine forest, easy walk to the sea. You can see the sunrise thru the trees, as it shines on the water. THarbor is a lovely fishing village, a walking tour of beautiful gardens and harbor views. We really enjoyed our time, as did our golden!
4.0
It provided us the respite we needed.
Sweet cottage in a pine forest, easy walk to the sea. You can see the sunrise thru the trees, as it shines on the water. THarbor is a lovely fishing village, a walking tour of beautiful gardens and harbor views. We really enjoyed our time, as did our golden!
5.0
Waterfront cottage in Maine
Perfect cottage for a vacation away from the city. Location allows nice walks to the waterfront and small town shops and easy drives to parks and treks. Highly recommended!
5.0
Get Away From It All
We had a lovely stay in this homey cottage. Great location away from it all, beautiful walks, beaches, perfect for getting away from it all. Close enough to enjoy the attractions of Camden, Rockland and more. Family of 4 had plenty of sleeping room and baths for an enjoyable week- long stay. Everything you need in the kitchen plus aN outdoor grill. Great wrap-around deck for sitting out in the mornings, evenings. If you are interested in a comfy Maine experience, this is a great place.
5.0
Great family spot in low-key, stunning small town
We loved our stay at Balsam Cottage. The house was tucked away in a large wooded area and just a few minutes from the beautiful Tenants Harbor. Close to the general store, local lobster shack, several galleries. It was an excellent jumping off place for us to explore much of mid-coast Maine.
5.0
Another Grand Vacation at Balsam Cottage!
We first stayed here last year (my sister, here four kids and me)... we enjoyed the place and area so much we returned again this year and included another sister and brother-in-law (from Georgia). Both times were for the week of the 4th of July... we loved spending the 4th up in Camden for the free concert and fireworks. We enjoyed a dandy day excursion over to Monhegan Island another day. The Drift Inn Beach is nearby and oh-so-magically-Maine! The Port Clyde Ice Cream place saw us most evenings... YUM! Loved the local general stores in both Tenant's Harbor and Port Clyde. The Marshall Point Lighthouse was marvelous to visit again too. Balsam Cottage was clean, comfortable, nestled in the nearby woods conveniently quiet and close to all desired activities. It's ample room, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and fully furnished kitchen helped make our week long stay for 4 adults and 4 kids a true home-away-from-home experience. We loved the wifi and easy to climb ramp too for lugging bags and suitcases in and out. If this place ever lands on the market for sale I wanna know! ;-)
5.0
Home Away From Home
Simply stated, our family group of 8 retirees felt right at home with the amenities provided, especially the quiet, relaxed surroundings in the woods, yet within a few minutes walk to the water's edge on the bay and a local General Store (with live "lobstahs" also), bakery and restaurants and grills, one seasonal. The house was roomy, well laid out for ease of moving around especially with the full well stocked kitchen with all utensils needed. Each bedroom was more than adequate with room and comfort. Two bathrooms, one on each floor were a huge plus. The actual home location was within 10-15 minutes of several urban municipalities, which also provided anything we might need - some franchise and numerous, excellent and varietal local restaurants/lounges/grills/bars on, off and nearby the bays/water. The shopping selection was more than adequate in Rockland, Thomaston, Camden and Rockport with exceptional local stores. Also, we must mention museums, many art galleries, and a magnificent transportation museum at Owlshead. Savage Oakes Winery, Sweetgrass Winery and Distillery, The Happy Clam, Farnsworth Art Museum and Andrew Wyeth Center ~ Too many venues to mention everything here. Thank you for a fantastic "Home away from Home".
5.0
Everything was wonderful. The cabin was as described
We enjoyed the property and the location. This was our first trip to Maine so the rental property just made the trip well worth the drive. We will be coming back and more than likely rent the same property. Thank you
5.0
Great House!
This is a great home to book if you like privacy. It had everything we needed and plenty of space for a family gathering. The owners clearly take pride in the details and even provided a guide of the area. Would recommend.
4.0
Lovely place to regenerate.
Clean and spacious. Clear instructions. Great solitude in rural area. Quiet. Effective communication w owners.
5.0
The house was very well kept. We had lots of room and the recent updates were great.
We had a great vacation. Weather was wonderful and this is a great location to come and go from. So much to do we couldn't fit it all in.
5.0
Peaceful spot surrounded by trees
The quiet, beautiful setting worked great for three generations in the area for a wedding. The house is clean and roomy.
4.0
Nice cottage on an attractive, private bit of land near Tenants Harbor.
Tenants Harbor is a lovely small coastal town with many great places to visit nearby.
5.0
Better than expected
Home is tucked away in a peaceful forest setting just a minutes walk to the coast. Wrap around deck was perfect for morning coffee and evening star gazing. Multiple windows to let the sun in and cool breeze roll in. The sounds of bells from nearby lighthouses were very soothing with added relaxation.
Home was very spacious and very cozy.
Definitely within walking distance to general store and the happy clam restaurant in tenants harbor.
Highly recommend this home.
Special thank you to the owners for accommodating us!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Tenants Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Tenants Harbor is $263 per night. This rental is $62 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private 4 BR Cottage W\/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays\n. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Private 4 BR Cottage W\/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays\n pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Private 4 BR Cottage W\/Shore Access & WiFi. Ask about Flexible fall stays\n?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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