Great Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental with Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island

Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(18 Ratings)

House in Falmouth, ME

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Vacation summer house on Great Diamond Island, with the boat mooring right out front.

Our 4 bedroom house sports a grand view of Casco Bay because of its proximity to the shoreline. The panoramic west view provides an unobstructed view of the sunset to the horizon every night.

The wrap around front porch has a picnic table for outdoor eating and a hammock for relaxing. A propane bbq for outdoor cooking. There are two upper level balconies expanding two of the upstairs bedrooms. Perfect reading nooks.

Beach access is quick and easy right down off the front yard. There is a rock reef just off shore that provides comfortable protected swimming at mid tides as the water is warmed in the sunny afternoons. Take the included kayak out for some exploration.

If you bring your own boat then you can use the included mooring ball located offshore directly in front of the house. There is dock at at the south end of the island to load and unload guests and supplies. There are numerous islands and destinations that can be explored with your boat. I provide a list of suggestions of islands and restaurants to visit by boat.

Our house sports a large sunny yard perfect for playing wiffle ball, frisbee, swinging on the tire swing, and sun bathing.

Several bicycles are included if you care to ride the island. At low tide you can ride across the sand bar to Little Diamond Island to explore that island as well. Pets are welcome. Rainy days can be filled by trying any of the numerous board games, or relax to watch a movie on the flat screen TV.

Portland is a 20 minute ferry ride. Casco Bay ferries provide numerous round trips each day to Portland and surrounding islands.

A restaurant is on the island fort take out. The general store on this island provides only very basic items, so you will need to bring your food with you.

We include an easy to use electric golf cart to transport your food and luggage from the ferry dock to the house.

Our house sleeps 8. It is an older home that has an antique camp style interior. This is not a modern house, as it is 120 years old. There is no air conditioning nor heating. The island normally sports a nice summertime onshore breeze that keeps the house comfortable with open windows. Renters in September may wake up to cool mornings, but it usually warms up nicely in the afternoons. Mattress warmers will keep you comfortable on cool nights.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a microwave and dishwasher. A propane bbq is available outside.

The 4 bedrooms are upstairs on the second floor with open ceilings to the vaulted roof. Two of the bedrooms have small look out porches with a westward view to the Bay. The first floor comprises of the kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom, and wrap around porch. The kitchen is fully outfitted with which to prepare your meals.

A RESERVATION LENGTH MORE THAN 7 nights requires pre-approval.
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(City of Portland Permitting & Inspections Short Term Rental License Number: STHR-000476-2018)

Keywords: summer house, summer cottage, vacation house, island house, GDI, Great Diamond Island, Great Diamond Rental, rental house, rental, vacation house, vacation house for rent, for rent, oceanfront, ocean view, island, island front, mooring, 4 bedroom, maine, maine vacation rental, maine rental, Portland, Casco Bay, boat

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(18 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
This house is a classic Maine island camp. We loved every bit of our stay here. We will be back!!
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2022
It had everything we needed and a great view, too. Loved the golf cart and outdoor games provided. Very responsive to our needs. Altho the weather didn't cooperate we still had a cozy and wonderful time together.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2022
Our family had a wonderful stay at Kate & Jonathan's place on GDI. The cottage was full of charm, super comfortable, and had everything we needed. Jonathan met us at the dock with the golf cart and helped us get all our bags loaded up, gave a little tour of the island and cottage. We loved the porch, hammock, water access with kayaks, use of the golf cart, and the water views out of just about every window. We like to cook and found the kitchen to be well stocked. We had a great dinner at The Crown Jewel (get the scallops) and happened to be there on a Saturday night when the Town Hall had a band which was so much fun. We want to especially thank Kate and Jonathan for being dog friendly. Our dog is getting up there in age and to be able to have her with us all week was super special. We very much hope to come back to the cottage - it is an amazing place.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2022
The house was wonderful, exactly as pictured. We especially enjoyed the covered porch with views of the water. Pieces of fencing were provided to block the stairs to keep dogs on the porch. The yard was nice, and the tire swing was a lot of fun for our son. There is easy access to the water via a nearby set of steps. The house was well-stocked yet had the rustic aesthetic we were looking for. Floor fans in every bedroom kept us comfortable despite high temperatures. The owners were very helpful and responsive. All in all, a great place to spend the week.
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2021
Water View Wonder
Water View Wonder
The view from the expansive wrap-around porch on this charming home is breathtaking! The hosts were extraordinarily accommodating. The house was extremely well-stocked with ample towels and blankets. There is a generous offering of coffee, teas, and hot cocoa pods to use in the Keurig and abundant spices for cooking. The hosts supply a golf cart for travel to and from the ferry. My reason for giving a “4” rating is due only to cosmetic changes that the hosts plan to implement. This property is well worth a stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2020
Wonderful island escape for the best sunsets in Maine
Wonderful island escape for the best sunsets in Maine
My family and I shared a wonderful week making amazing moments in this charming beach cottage. We explored the beach and collected sea glass, we toured the island by golf cart, enjoyed soft shelled fresh lobster for the first time and sat in awe at the beauty of the sunsets. We let life slow down and really enjoyed how peaceful and quiet the island is. Cooking is one of our favorite ways to share time with our family, and we found the kitchen to be perfect - we loved the cast iron pans and the gas stove top! We spent hours on the porch, beginning the day watching the cormorants drying their spread wings on the rocks at low tide and ended the day watching the clouds change as the sun set. The sunsets were the most beautiful and amazing colors - we made sure to take in the beauty every night. Thank you Kate and Jonathan for sharing your home with us, and for being such kind and gracious hosts. We could not have asked for a more perfect summer vacation. - Lena, Jason, Ben and Sarah.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2020
Great Stay on Great Diamond Island
Great Stay on Great Diamond Island
We had a great time on Great Diamond Island! We were picked up at the Ferry dock, brought to the house, and were given a tour to start our stay. The location was fantastic and the use of the golf cart made getting around the island very easy. The house was old cottage style which was really neat. The sunsets each evening were beautiful. The house was nice, but it was very hot when we were there near/above 90 each day. The old windows were hard to open and they did not have screens other than ones that set under the window which we did not trust the safety of with our 2 year-old. Jonathan and Bruce (neighbor) were incredibly helpful during our stay, communication was effortless. Bruce the neighbor offered up their swing set for our son to use, and the power was out for about 8 hours (no fault of the house) and he provided ice and ice packs to help keep our food cold. We had a great time and would recommend a stay at this property!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2020
Great location on GDI
Great location on GDI
Wonderful week on GDI. Jonathan and Paul were great to work with. Love the island and hope to be back somtime.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Falmouth?

The average price for a rental in Falmouth is $505 per night. This rental is $60 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Great Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental with Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island. 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 Great Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental with Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island 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 Great Ocean View Summer Cottage Rental with Boat Mooring on Great Diamond Island?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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