Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove

9.2

Outstanding(22 Reviews)

House in Deer Isle, ME

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

Heron Watch is a gorgeous privately sited oceanfront home positioned at the head of a tidal cove featuring expansive views over the cove that opens into Southwest Harbor connecting the Eggemoggin Reach. Featuring over 2.6 acres, including well-manicured lawns surrounded by woods to explore, the ranch style home has two bedrooms, three-season room with large sliding windows as well as an outside deck overlooking the cove. Bring your own kayaks and launch from the privacy and comfort of the backyard, complete with a kayak launch post. The full basement is available for gear storage.

Binoculars are provided to view resident blue heron, bald eagles, fish and the occasional seal that swims into the cove. The large living room as well as the large open eat-in kitchen, offer expansive views of the cove – great for viewing wildlife, sunrises and spectacular sunsets.

Deer Isle and nearby Stonington, Maine is home to working lobstermen, fishermen, restaurants, fine art galleries, antique shops and coastal charm. Known for it's granite heritage, Deer Isle is an island connected to the mainland by a bridge so you can easily take day trips to Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Camden and beyond.

Commercial high speed Internet (wireless or Ethernet) will keep you connected to friends and associates.

Nearby Stonington with quaint shops, galleries, ice cream, movies, features numerous boating activities for all ages to enjoy year round.

Home is handicap accessible with a large wide ramp leading to the front door with a 6 inch step to the kitchen.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Deer Isle, ME

Nearby attractions

Acadia National Park

34.6 mi

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

41.7 mi

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

34.7 mi

Agamont Park

42.2 mi

Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove

9.2

Outstanding(22 Reviews)

House in Deer Isle, ME

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Deer Isle, ME

Nearby attractions

Acadia National Park

34.6 mi

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

41.7 mi

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

34.7 mi

Agamont Park

42.2 mi

Reviews

9.2

Outstanding(22 Reviews)

10.0

Aug 2023

This property was perfect for our Maine vacation. The house was clean and well maintained. I loved to look out at the water from the kitchen table. We saw deer nightly munching on the grass. I would highly recommend this place!

10.0

Jul 2023

Excellent, highly recommended. Totally private and as advertised.

10.0

Jul 2023

Perfect in every way.

10.0

Jun 2023

Cute little cottage with big windows to show off the view. Bathroom was a little tight but was clean and modern.

10.0

Aug 2022

Very relaxing and easy access to the ocean. Everyone very helpful. Two grandchildren stayed over one night and it was easy.

10.0

Jul 2022

Wonderful trip

Wonderful trip

Lobster, kayaking, astronomy and the best tasting water on the planet!

2.0

Oct 2021

The place was a dump. There was no thought given to make people feel welcomed.

The place was a dump. There was no thought given to make people feel welcomed.

The only reason we rented this place it was because it was the last house available. The lack of thought to comfort was clearly missing. The bedding (sheets, pillows cases and towels were so old. Pillows had no pillow protectors on them. No faces towels and no where to hang wet towels. No yea kettle. Pots and pans so old and worn out . The shower had no water pressure. It was all crappy. Light over kitchen sink was barely working. I would never recommend anyone to stay there.

8.0

Sep 2021

beautiful location

beautiful location

House very clean but there were a few issues. The lock box code was incorrect. Had to call owner to get correct code. Bathroom sink clogged. Various lights were burned out. Could not find a way to turn on light above washer/ dryer. No extra garbage bags. Yard had a lot of grass clippings that got onto our clothing.

8.0

Aug 2021

Location, Location

Location, Location

Wonderful location and views

10.0

Jul 2021

Maine Weekend Getaway

Maine Weekend Getaway

I stayed here for 3 nights with my fiancee while we were checking out Deer Isle, Stonington and Isle au Haut. The property was clean and just as described in the listing. It was located on a private and beautiful inlet with a great view! We really enjoyed sitting in the Adirondack chairs in the backyard, taking in the view, and paddling out on the kayaks (be sure to do this at high tide!). We had a great time and would easily return again!

10.0

Jul 2021

Cottage on the cove.

Cottage on the cove.

We loved our stay at this property. Plenty of room for the 4 of us. 2 bedrooms. 1 bath. Living room. Sun porch.. Large eat-in kitchen. Loved eating breakfast at the kitchen table with a gorgeous view of the entire cove. Large yard to walk around and explore.. We were pleasantly surprised to find the house looked better in person, as some updating has been done since the pictures were last taken. Great family vacation home!!!

10.0

Jun 2021

Loved this island, cottage, and area!

Loved this island, cottage, and area!

Quick and easy check-in. Owners were very easy to access. Property is secluded and quite, but also easily accessible. Anything we needed was within 10 minutes. Loved waking to the ocean, wildlife, and a good cup of coffee. House is clean with amenities. Overall will visit again if back in the area. Peaceful, relaxing, and refreshing. PS - there is a friendly fox that visits daily along with deer. Amazing!

8.0

Oct 2020

Peaceful and Relaxing

Peaceful and Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. This was our first time on the island and it was really secluded and relaxing. The property was clean and the house cozy. They even had wonderful kayaks to use during high tide (I recommend you put that in the description as my husband and I wondered about it, but it was not in the descriptions so it was a nice surprise when we got there!) The only recommendations I would give is to get a better mattress for the bedroom with the queen sized bed. It was extremely uncomfortable and led to sleepless nights. Also right now because of COVID many restaurants were not open so it was difficult to organize meals. Otherwise everything was great!

10.0

Sep 2020

Wonderful view and very nice cottage

Wonderful view and very nice cottage

I had a really nice stay in this cottage. The view and privacy is amazing! The cottage is well appointed and clean and the location is very convenient for exploring the Deer Islands. Everything you need for a wonderfully relaxing stay!

10.0

Sep 2020

Picture perfect

Picture perfect

What a heavenly location. The cove is a beautiful as it appears in the photo. It was a pleasure to kayak in the calm cove at high tide , or to watch clammers dig in the mud at low tide. The house isn’t fancy but it is well equipped and maintained. The owners are very responsive and offered tips for restaurants and eagle watching. We hope to come back again and again.

8.0

Aug 2019

The property was gorgeous. Use of kayaks the best part. Beds adequate. Most furniture not very comfortable. No news stations on tv. Kitchen very good. Could use a face lift especially in living room and sun room. But we had a restful time there. Very quiet. Good outside chairs for view and reading. Would stay there again because the site was so beautiful.

10.0

Jul 2019

2 weeks in heron house on her on cove

2 weeks in heron house on her on cove

All done on line thru VRBO web site. Very easy to do.

10.0

Jul 2019

Great stay on Deer Isle

Great stay on Deer Isle

We enjoyed our stay on Deer Isle. Great location and a beautiful and private spot on the water. Perfect for 4 people. Bring your bug spray!

10.0

Jun 2019

Very Good Stay

Very Good Stay

Of the five properties I've rented on Deer Isle, I liked this one the best. It features cleanliness, a very nice kitchen, a convenient location near Stonington, peace and quiet, and a fine view of an extensive cove flanked everywhere by pine woods. I plan to come back.

10.0

Aug 2018

Idyllic Maine cottage on private cove

Idyllic Maine cottage on private cove

Classic secluded summer cottage on tidal cove, right down to the linoleum pattern in the eat in kitchen. Expansive water views from the kitchen, living room, and screened porch. Kayaks provided to explore the cove and beyond; just check the tide tables first. Fully equipped with new appliances and well-maintained. Located between Deer Isle and Stonington off a quiet private road. Well-suited for couple or small family. Great for birders and nature lovers. Neighborhood deer were friendly.

8.0

Jul 2018

We went as a family of 4, perfect size! Beautiful views!

We went as a family of 4, perfect size! Beautiful views!

We had a family of four! It was a great size for four people. The views were amazing the kayaks were a plus! The only complaint we had was the showerhead did not put out water very well. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you needed great size refrigerator. Great to have a grill outside. Very private. Great place to come back to you after a long day. Would recommend to someone!! The town was quaint and people were very friendly! All around a great adventure!!

10.0

Jul 2016

Relaxing Getaway

Relaxing Getaway

My husband and I were looking for a relaxing private getaway this year and Heron Watch was perfect! The property was just amazing and we found it was not really necessary to leave once we got there. We enjoyed the private cove for swimming and kayaking. The yard was expansive and there was plenty of room to have yard games set up or just relax in the awesome Adirondack chairs that are provided. We spent our time exploring around the entire peninsula with our kayaks. Our daughter joined us later into our trip and it was really nice that the house came with two kayaks as well so our daughter was able to explore with us. At night the stars were just amazing however, the lightening bugs put on a pretty impressive show as well. The house is well cared for and very comfortable for a family of 4 or more. The views from every room in the front of the house are just amazing and change with the sun and tide throughout the day. We opened all of the windows and enjoyed the fresh air that flows throughout the house. Deer Isle is a great place to really get away and not be involved with traffic and tourist traps. We would recommend this property to families young and old. There is handicap access as well. By the way, there is a resident heron at Heron Watch. We saw her every day in the grassy area of the cove. We also had a beautiful little song bird that sat on the boat tie near the Adirondacks daily and sang us some lovely tunes as well as a deer that was seen on the property in the early evenings. Magical experience in a hidden gem on Deer Isle.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Deer Isle?

The average price for a rental in Deer Isle is £236 per night. This rental is £45 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove. 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 Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove?

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

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Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove

House in Deer Isle, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Deer Isle, ME

Nearby attractions

Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove

House in Deer Isle, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Deer Isle, ME

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Deer Isle?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Heron Watch - Quintessential Oceanfront Home Sited at the Head of a Cove?

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