Watch whales, eagles & Old Sow from the Riviera in Eastport!
House in Eastport, ME
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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 essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Eastport, Maine - The Riviera, named for the old Riviera Packing Company, where sardines and tuna were packed in days gone by, is a newly-renovated premier waterfront property.
The original brick structure houses two bedrooms. The wooden addition features a wall of glass bringing the outdoors in by overlooking the waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. There is an open concept living room and dining area with a fireplace to ward of the cool Maine evenings.
There is also a den/game room downstairs where the brick wall has been exposed and one wall is whimsically painted with chalkboard paint. A kitchen with oiled mahogany countertops and open shelving and a bathroom with a claw-foot tub and washer and dryer are also on the first floor. Upstairs is an open area with two twin beds, another bedroom and a second bathroom with a shower.
Downeast Maine is where the sun rises first so make sure to watch a sunrise while you're here from the deck where whales swim by and porpoise frolic.
Keywords: Waterfront, Home, Views
The original brick structure houses two bedrooms. The wooden addition features a wall of glass bringing the outdoors in by overlooking the waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. There is an open concept living room and dining area with a fireplace to ward of the cool Maine evenings.
There is also a den/game room downstairs where the brick wall has been exposed and one wall is whimsically painted with chalkboard paint. A kitchen with oiled mahogany countertops and open shelving and a bathroom with a claw-foot tub and washer and dryer are also on the first floor. Upstairs is an open area with two twin beds, another bedroom and a second bathroom with a shower.
Downeast Maine is where the sun rises first so make sure to watch a sunrise while you're here from the deck where whales swim by and porpoise frolic.
Keywords: Waterfront, Home, Views
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Eastport, ME
Ratings and reviews
9.3 / 10.0
Outstanding(9 Reviews)8.0 / 10.0
Our second visit to Eastport and we loved the property and the view!
10.0 / 10.0
The house was beautiful. Had everything you could need. Sitting on the deck, we saw porpoises, and even a whale. You can walk to downtown in under ten minutes. And Eastport is lovely with very nice citizens. Perfect family getaway.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice house with great views
The design/layout of property is very nice. It's short walk to town and the views are spectacular! The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen is very well equipped. The Wifi is and cell service is very good. The amenities section in the listing should be updated to state that there is no cable or satellite TV (it currently states that there is), that guests need to bring there own sheets, towels and extra blankets (there is no mention of this and it would be good to know), that the TV is a Roku system for streaming only. Most guests would probably want to know these things. The housekeeping needs some boosting: the oven, windows, and bathrooms were not cleaned well or at all. With more attention to hospitality, cleaning, and communication, this has house so much potential to be absolutely excellent.
10.0 / 10.0
Terrific waterfront location!
Terrific Eastport waterfront location! We saw whales dolphins and seals right from the house. And deer too. Plenty of space and a good kitchen. Walking distance to Eastport restaurants galleries and activities.
10.0 / 10.0
House full of character/Beautiful views
The property was great, the house had so much character and it was perfect for our family of 5 and dog. We really enjoyed waking up and having our coffee on the deck taking in the beautiful views all around. Great location for short walks and just relaxing by the water. Perfect getaway, just what we were looking for.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect retreat
Couldn't have asked for a better retreat for our family. While COVID limited the activities for our family, we (me, wife, three young daughters, and large dog) were more than content lazying around the house and backyard with the view - bald eagles, seals, porpoises and more were easily visible and frequent! Totally intend to return with my parents post-COVID. Thanks so much for the experience.
8.0 / 10.0
Spectacular Views / Dirty House
House has amazing views, but was not cleaned before we arrived. Dirty floors, dust on everything, overflowing garbage cans from previous guests, spiders and cobwebs in bedrooms. Beautiful oceanfront house would have been much more enjoyable had it been clean.
10.0 / 10.0
Peaceful
We loved staying here. The house looks exactly like the pictures. We spent a lot of time just sitting and watching the bay, the tide going in and out, the birds and even a few minke whales and harbor seals. Clarks Head Ledge, the rocks visible from the house, was fascinating to watch appearing and disappearing as the tide came in and went out. We loved how the house was decorated and were very comfortable. You need to be looking for a peaceful quiet place to enjoy this house. Not much to do in town except boat rides and ice cream. Bring books and binoculars.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful house in a wonderful town
We stayed at the Riviera for a week from July 21st to the 28th. It is really the perfect house in a perfect location in Eastport. The house will sleep 8, but we had 5 adults, so the two bunk beds were not used. It has in essence two wings with two bedrooms each, so it is great for two families to share. There is the back section, that was once part of the Riviera Packing Co. It is built on old brick. This includes a living room with only theTV in the house (you don't need it with the wonderful view.) The other area is the front section and it is new construction. In the new section is a small well equipped kitchen (no dishwasher, but everyone pitched in to help) and a glassed open area that has a dinning area and sitting area with fireplace. This looks out on the bay where we saw plenty of wild life, including harbor seals and fins of porpoises. Off this area is a new deck added just this May with chairs and a picnic table.
For anyone with problems with stairs, all of the bedrooms require negotiating stairs. The back section is only half a flight. I would recommend a hand rail on the front stairs.
The Riviera is within walking distance of downtown Eastport and only a few blocks from The Chowder House. Eastport itself is a wonderfully friendly place to visit. Everyone was open and welcoming. We attended an author reading at the Peavey Library by Sarah Graves. It was fantastic to meet one of our favorite authors who livse right there in Eastport.
If you are looking for a relaxing place to spend a summer week, go to The Riviera and Eastport, ME.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Eastport?
The average price for a rental in Eastport is $318 per night. This rental is $144 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Watch whales, eagles & Old Sow from the Riviera in Eastport!. 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 Watch whales, eagles & Old Sow from the Riviera in Eastport! 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 Watch whales, eagles & Old Sow from the Riviera in Eastport!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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