Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay

Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, stereo, printers
5.0
Outstanding(25 Reviews)

House in Searsport, ME

6 guests · 3 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 essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Experience the perfect summer vacation with family or friends at this spacious oceanfront home in the heart of Maine’s prime coastal vacation region. Penobscot Retreat is situated on two oceanfront acres with an outside deck, expansive lawn, and a private beach on Penobscot Bay. The Retreat's unique features include an art studio, writer's nook (desk, wifi, & printer), billiards room, plus a new central air-conditioning system for your comfort.

The Retreat’s central location at the top of Penobscot Bay offers convenient day trips to communities between Boothbay Harbor and Acadia National Park. Visit Belfast for Dinner, Camden for lunch, enjoy Rockland’s Farnsworth Art Museum, tour historic Castine, or watch lobstermen offload today’s catch in Stonington. A day trip to Bar Harbor for lunch and a hike along the oceanfront cliffs in Acadia National Park is an unforgettable experience.

Belfast (10 minutes west) was selected by the readers of DownEast Magazine as the "Best Place to Live" in Maine! Belfast offers a variety of convenient restaurants and an historic downtown filled with local shops and art galleries. Explore the Belfast Harbor Walk's path along the picturesque waterfront park, continue through Front Street’s working shipyard, enjoy the view from the footbridge across the harbor, or take the 2 mile rail trail along the river. Plan a lobster boat tour of Belfast Harbor or rent a bike to enjoy the rail trail.

Searsport (5 minutes east) is known for historic sea captain homes, antiques, and the Penobscot Marine Museum. Tozier's grocery and a variety of community restaurants are all just a few minutes away.

Nearby State Parks offering outdoor activities include: Moose Point (coastal trail), Fort Point Lighthouse, Sandy Beach Park, Historic Fort Knox, and amazing views from the Penobscot Bridge Observatory. Sears Island is popular for its wooded trails, beach combing, and as one of Maine's premier birding sites. Penobscot Retreat’s quiet neighborhood and private beach also provide safe locations for your daily walk.

Enjoy spectacular views from the art studio's floor-to-ceiling windows while working on a vacation art project or relaxing with summer reading. The writer’s nook provides space with a desk and printer to link your laptop to the home’s WiFi system or unwind with a murder mystery. Savor an ocean breeze on the back deck, relax on the Landing, or explore the Retreat’s private beach on Penobscot Bay.

The living room’s Samsung Smart TV with matching soundbar features Spectrum Cable with Apps to stream your favorite programs from your personal entertainment accounts.

Feeling competitive? Challenge someone to a game of pool in the billiards room or play a game of cards, chess, or backgammon. badminton, croquet, and corn hole equipment is also provided for you to set up in the home's expansive yard.

Lobster anyone? Young's Lobster Pound is only 8 minutes away and dozens of convenient restaurants are located in Searsport, Belfast, and along the coastal highway to Camden.

Panoramic views of working lobster boats, traditional schooners, private sailing yachts, and ocean going ships from the Retreat's floor-to-ceiling windows may tempt you to use the outdoor grill, stay at home, and watch the seals, shorebirds, ospreys, the neighborhood bald eagle and fox hunt for dinner. Select your favorite foods and beverages from Hannaford’s Supermarket - only 12 minutes away in Belfast.

Some popular locations require reservations, so we email information to help you plan your vacation activities before you arrive. On your arrival, we provide a Vacation Guide notebook describing the features of the home and additional information on vacation activities.

The Retreat is pet friendly (prior-approval required) for house-trained dogs under twenty pounds. A new fenced side yard is available and a dog crate is provided, but please don’t leave your pet unattended. Please click "Contact Host" and email a photo of your small dog to request approval.

Penobscot Retreat is available for weekly rental: No Contact Check-In Saturday after 5PM and Check-Out Saturday before 11AM.

Amenities

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

Map of Searsport, ME

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(25 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
This is a fabulous rental! Comfortable; super clean and everything you need including lots of extras. Kitchen well stocked with supplies, organized with house instructions and suggestions for area, Two decks to enjoy and close to Belfast for restaurants and shopping. Open back yard and views of bay. For those who can navigate the stairs explore the rocky coast at low tide. We brought our kayaks. Quiet area with privacy. Highly recommend!
5.0
Aug 2024
This property checked all of our boxes and then some. Immaculately clean and very well provisioned, we could see the thoughtfulness put into providing for guests. We brought our own kayaks and paddleboards, and made daily use of the waterfront. Nearby Belfast was fun for shopping and dining. Acadia and Bar Harbor are near enough for daytrips.
5.0
Aug 2024
This property made everyone happy, including our corgi who did not want to leave the fun backyard and deck area!
5.0
Aug 2024
This is a wonderful property. Comprehensively equipped, especially in the kitchen. Wonderfully furnished and decorated. Location is quiet with large outdoor spaces. Great shoreline access. Centrally located for access to Maine coastal sights and activities. A perfect choice for a family or group.
5.0
Jul 2024
This home exceeded all of our expectations! We loved the beautiful view of Penobscot Bay, the deck, and the private beach. Each morning we enjoyed local coffee given as a gift from the owner before heading out to enjoy the area. This owner provided a thorough notebook filled with possible excursions, restaurants, etc. We hiked in Moose Point State Park and on Sears Island and enjoyed local restaurants and stores in nearby Belfast. We've rented a lot of homes for vacations, but this owner thought of every possible need a renter may have and filled the home with all of those amenities. It was a relaxing and comfortable home and just what we needed to get away from it all. I would recommend this rental without hesitation!
5.0
Jul 2024
Amazing house with views of the bay. Plenty of space inside and outside of the house. We were able to see seals swimming in the bay and bald eagles in the backyard. In a short 10 minute drive you have the cute town of belfast with shops and restaurants.
5.0
Jul 2024
We enjoyed being in a quiet area but close to excursions we wanted to take. The beach area was a little disappointing. We thought there might be better fishing from there. Part of it was that we were not aware that the beaches were all rocky. Learning experience for us. Greatly appreciated the prompt replies from the manager when I submitted questions and the fact that he allowed communication via text while we were there! Extremely helpful!
5.0
Sep 2023
The kitchen was well stocked for cooking-in breakfast and lobster dinners. The house was nicely stocked with paper products, laundry and dish detergents etc... The linens were great which we plan to copy some of these for our own homes. The house offers a lot of beautiful sunlight and views of the Penobscot Bay. We enjoyed wandering along the coastline searching for driftwood. The location was very convenient to many towns and restaurants and Young’s Lobster Pound a favorite of ours. If you are interested in visiting the lobster pound you may consider bringing a small cooler, plastic table cloth, lobster cracker and picks. Penobscot Retreat is a true gem and we will look forward to renting this property again.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Searsport is $346 per night. This rental is $343 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay . 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 Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay 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 Spacious Oceanfront Home with Private Beach on Penobscot Bay ?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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