Peaceful, cozy one-bedroom waterfront carriage house steps from our private cove

Lake
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, fireplace, books
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(65 Reviews)

Cottage in Cushing, ME

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cottage rental

The Fish House built in 2009, is an architect designed, waterfront carriage house in mid-coast Maine, an hour and a half north of Portland. We have easy access to much of the state and are only 9 miles from Rockland, with it's award-winning restaurants, museums and the sightseeing opportunities nearby. Camden and it's treasures are just a 15 minute ride beyond Rockland. Our property is part of a private homeowners association with tennis courts, deep-water dock and miles of safe gravel roads and hiking trails, all available to residents and guests. There is only one house barely visible from ours and nature abounds with a variety of wildlife including bald eagles, great blue herons, egrets, osprey, foxes and seals. Each summer we have seals playing for several weeks just off our property! We are fortunate to have 3 1/2 acres of fir and spruce trees, as well as blueberry, vegetable and flowering gardens. Being sited next to a conservation area on one side, with 350 feet of our own shorefront on two sides, we feel like we live in paradise - and we welcome you to join us!

From the little covered patio, the Fish House opens to an inviting entryway, which leads to a flight of stairs and the main living space. Designed for two adults to spend weeks at a time, you will be greeted by a wall of windows overlooking much of the property, Horn Barn Cove and Muscongus Bay just beyond. There is a separate, cozy bedroom with large closets and storage, a full bathroom with gleaming white tub and luxury bed and bath linens. With comfortable, high-end furniture our guests can sit and relax, prepare a meal in the well-equipped kitchen and dine indoors - or outside at the picnic table. Our shorefront is a short walk through our yard and down a little path to the granite-lined coast where you can wade and look for treasures or just sit, relax and listen to the water lap against the rocks. For swimming and kayaking, our association dock with kayak ramp is just at the end of the street. There are miles of safe roads on which to bike, both in our immediate area and throughout the mid coast. For a real treat, upon return from your adventures you can make use of our heated, outdoor shower!

Whether you’re looking for total peace and quiet or prefer an active vacation, there are lots of options in our area. While some of our guests have come and never left the property for days at a time, Rockland and Camden are just 9 and 18 miles away respectively. Both have supermarkets, specialty food stores and the big box options just ten minutes away is the well-stocked, old-school market. Ten minutes away is a lobster pound, where you can purchase lobsters fresh caught that day and there are numerous casual seafood restaurants nearby. This area is also home to several of the highest ranked restaurants in the Northeast. Numerous other notable attractions include the well-known Farnsworth Art Museum, the Olsen House depicted in one of Andrew Wyeth’s most famous paintings and the breathtaking views from the top of Mr. Battie in Camden. To the north, Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor can be a day trip adventure. From Portland, with its vibrant restaurant and arts scene, numerous other scenic coastal towns are fun to explore. We keep an updated collection of various activities and day excursions and encourage our guests to add to it.

Maine is known for the quality of light here, which affords unbelievable sunsets... and the lack of ambient light in this area yields a night sky with stars and planets so brightly visible that the night sky, alone, is worth the trip. Mid- coast Maine has long been home to – or a destination for - artists and writers for many decades and the scenery is truly inspirational. Once we experienced the coast of Maine, we knew this area is special and all of our guests have agreed. Please feel free to contact us for additional information...

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Cushing, ME

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(65 Reviews)
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2024
Quick trip to celebrate husbands 50th. Hosts were great--this is a guest house above their garage so they were on site to greet. Great location 20-40 min to several port towns with restaurants and shops.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We had a wonderful stay in Maine. We've vacationed in Maine several times and this, by far, was the best. Quiet and peaceful and a wonderful view of the water. The hosts were so welcoming, great to meet and so helpful with places to go. The apartment on the second floor was beautiful and had all the amenities that we wanted and needed. There were windows all around the apartment to be able to see the woods and the water. One day we even saw wild turkeys with chicks in the yard. No A/C, but with the windows open there were pleasant breezes to keep cool. Rockland was only about 30 minutes away with very nice restaurants, museum, shops and pier for a trip on a schooner. Camden, which is also very nice, was only about 15 minutes further. There were also restaurants in the country that offered top-notch dining. And don't forget the lobster shack eating. We stayed several weeks so we took washing to a place in Rockland and picked it up the next day. The kitchen also let us prepare our own meals when we wanted to do our own cooking. We are already trying to plan a return visit in the future.
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
The property is one of the best we have stayed in. It’s a private location with the water a short walk away. When you get to the water there a a couple of Adirondack chairs for the guests. We spend some delightful afternoons with our tea, our books and the wonderful views. There was a seal one day, an eagle another and lots of ducks. Very quiet and serene.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
Chris and Bill were fine hosts and we enjoyed our stay. The apartment is modern and is above the garage. Chris gave excellent advice about sights to visit in the area.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
Chis and Bill’s Fish House is a perfect place for a ‘get away from it all in luxury’ vacation. It is located on a quiet cove where we watched the shorebirds fish and the tide ebb and flow. The apartment is immaculate and had everything we needed and nothing we didn’t. Chris is very responsive to any questions and is close to hand. It is a beautiful property and we hope to be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
We enjoyed every aspect of the Fish House--the setting, the accommodations, the association dock, kayaking adventures, hiking, the ability to conveniently explore Maine's mid-coast region, and most notably, the graciousness of our hosts. Chris was incredible and made the experience even better with her warm and welcoming approach. The Fish House is truly a gem and we are looking forward to returning. Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Fish House! Bill and Chris were terrific hosts and the property is amazing! It’s quiet and the views are out of this world! It is well located so you can take day trips to wherever you want to go. It’s close to Rockland and Camden and anything else you’d want to do. I recommend this property without hesitation.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
This is an amazing spot - the perfect location in mid coast Maine! The carriage house is very clean and cozy, well stocked kitchen, with beautiful views of the water. The dock is a few minutes walk away in a very quiet, private development. The hosts were incredibly warm and helpful, really lovely people. We rented a kayak that we stored at the dock and saw seals and a bald eagle. The carriage house has great windows and good air flow so nights were cool for great sleeping. I can’t recommend this place enough!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cushing?

The average price for a rental in Cushing is £210 per night. This rental is £9 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Peaceful, cozy one-bedroom waterfront carriage house steps from our private cove. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Peaceful, cozy one-bedroom waterfront carriage house steps from our private cove pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Peaceful, cozy one-bedroom waterfront carriage house steps from our private cove?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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