Had a great short stay in Newcastle. David is a peach to deal with. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax and restore, this is the place for you.

We loved our stay at the cottage. We even saw a seal in the river!!

We loved the sunroom and spent most of our time there when we were not out exploring mid-coast Maine. The location is excellent, with good parking. The cottage is spacious, and the kitchen is well equipped. Bathrooms had plenty of towels and supplies. I highly recommend the cottage for anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable spot to relax with the Damariscotta River as part of your back yard.

The house, location, and setting were all great. The house is not necessarily handicapped friendky but most problems can be avoided with planning. I recommend the house and manager with enthusiasm.

Needed a place to get away and relax. This was the perfect place. Many extras provided and the home was spotless even during this high pollen season! Had a storm come through and saw a spectacular rainbow over the bay🌈

We had a wonderful stay. The porch had amazing views and was comfortable even in the winter. The kitchen was large and incredibly well equipped. The cottage was beautifully decorated and had lots of natural light.

Our family had the most relaxing long weekend. We celebrated my husband and son's birthdays. Even though there was some rain we still got to enjoy the fire pit and the kids loved kayaking. The home is so beautiful and inviting. We enjoyed how cozy and relaxing it was for all of us. The view is spectacular. We enjoyed our mornings looking out into the lake. I loved the convenience of having the washer and dryer as well. And it was such nice surprise to be there during the pumpkin festival. Thank you David for being so welcoming and helpful. We loved staying at the house and hope to come back and celebrate more birthdays!

This was a perfect place to stay in Maine for a cozy weekend! The view is so tranquil and beautiful and the cozy sunroom at the back of the house makes you want to relax all day. The house was spotless and had all the amenities I needed. I have rented many many homes and David is by far the best host I’ve had!

This cottage on the waterfront was amazing! Gorgeous views, cozy setting filled with beautiful touches from comfortable furniture to wonderful antiques. David was an exceptional host making sure we were comfortable for the week. We will certainly be back!

We were very pleased with this property. It looked even nicer in person and was well equipped. A perfect place to relax any time of day. The host kept himself available for questions and was very helpful giving recommendations about restaurants and places to visit in the area. I would not hesitate to recommend this house to friends and family. Belinda

Every aspect of the house, stay and use met and exceeded our expectations, and we slept very well there indeed. David our host was very helpful, kind and informative and we enjoyed very much the opportunities to chat with him. We were visiting friends and family in Lincoln and adjacent counties and doing genealogical research too, as well relaxing and enjoying the Damariscotta area.

David is an excellent host, and the cottage is the perfect get away. David met us upon our arrival to walk us through the cottage and gave us the instructions we needed for our stay. He recommended some restaurants in the area and suggested things to check out. He even provided a welcome basket with crackers, English muffins, and a blueberry jam that is incredible. There was also some sliced cheese in the refrigerator for us. The back porch is bright and comfortable, and if you stay, this is where you'll definitely want to spend your time. Both bedrooms are off the porch and if you leave the blinds open, you can watch the sun rise over the water. He also provided three kayaks with safety vest so we could explore Salt Bay. We brough two floats, but to be honest, having to step on the silty bottom was uncomfortable for us so we only floated one time. We didn't have time to use the firepit, but it is in a great spot to overlook the water while gathering with your group. Both my wife and I thought it was one of the most relaxing vacations we've had and hope to return there with friends next year.

This is really an ideal spot for getaway. Only regret was not booking longer trip. Excellent, clean home better than advertised with gorgeous views and kayaks and water access. If you sleep in the porch you are up with the sun. Highly recommend this cozy hime with all the amenities.

We had a great experience at Beckoning Bay Cottage. I wish that the porch also had air conditioning (it got really hot while we were there), but otherwise a great stay, and David was wonderful!

David is just a charming gem of a human being. We rented the home to celebrate my fathers 70th birthday and it could not have been better. We already passed along this listing to several friends and plan on returning! Thank you for everything!

Beckoning Bay is a lovely cottage located right on the Damariscotta River. The location is fantastic and is close to many restaurants, shops, and attractions. It is also the perfect location for many day trips. We loved sitting by the river and watching the Bald Eagles and other wild life. Just a very peaceful, serene location.

Wonderful. Amazing place to stay. Everything was perfect. The only thing that would’ve made it better is a bigger TV. Will book again for next summer.

This is one of the loveliest rental properties we've ever stayed at. The location overlooking the water is superb. The screened porch that runs the length of the house is the jewel of the house and is a sheer delight. The house is well laid out and well furnished, with good beds, ample and comfortable seating and good lighting. The two bedrooms and living room each open to the enclosed porch. The place is scrupulously clean and the kitchen is well-supplied and easy to work in. David met us on our arrival, made us feel very welcome and provided suggestions for restaurants and other points of interest. One of the high points was our visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay, which is only half an hour away. We can't recommend Beckoning Bay Cottage highly enough.

We had a wonderful time. David was great so hospitable. The place was so clean and had everything we needed. The kayaks were so nice, the water so clear, so much ocean life even harbor seals!

Beautiful home! We especially loved the front porch. Great location, close to town. We met the host at check in who showed us the home. He was very nice and gave us suggestions for restaurants. I highly recommend this rental!

We had a terrific stay at Beckoning Bay Cottage…the porch is wonderful space-length of whole house! The kitchen is large and well stocked with necessities and the welcome basket David provides was much appreciated! We would definitely recommend staying here. Excellent location for area day trips. Highly recommend Pemquaid Lighthouse!

We had a perfect getaway at David’s home! He was a wonderful host who greeted us upon arrival and showed us around. The house was super clean and well-equipped for a vacation. It has an amazing location, with beautiful waterfront views and close proximity to the lovely town of Damariscotta. Our family has a long history in the area, so we hope to return for future stays. Thank you!

There are words to describe how pleased we are with properly. We where greeted with a smile, bottle of wine,cheese and English muffins. It’s been a while since we’ve been had a vRBo with this kind of treatment. The house was impeccable…every single spot was inviting. We love the time on the water on fire at night . My only complaint if we could stay long enough. We definitely will be back and hope this property remains available for a long time

If I could have stayed a month, I would have. The property was serene, relaxing, and just what the doctor ordered. The wildlife abounds on the river, and bird watching was a delight. The property is conveniently located to many tourist locations and eateries.

The 4 of us traveled from MI to ME (never been there) Beautiful color in Oct. The cottage was the best. Details were outstanding. It felt like home just coming thru the door. Darling decor, and so welcoming, we all loved it (even the guys). It feels like off the beaten path, so quiet. The lake is so relaxing as we watched the seal, the crane was beautiful, seagulls and geese. What a memory. The cottage has everything, good beds, working windows for that cool fall breeze, wonderful showers, washer and dryer, iron and ironing board, a great size pantry to store your goodies, lots of small appliances, an awning over the ample size deck and a nice dock very close. The fireplace was always on in the evening as we played cards and games. Now about David, he is the BEST host you could ask for. Always a pleasant voice when you call and ask him a question & so very friendly when he meets you. You feel right at home with him. (We all loved him) so nice and caring too.. The welcome basket he had for us was a nice surprise. Everything for a snack and for the following mornings breakfast. How thoughtful. This was one of the best vacations ever. We Love You David. Hoping to come back.

Just WOW! Location was perfect to make as our base for many day trips throughout the mid-coast of Maine. The combination of amenities, the location, and very close proximity to a few great restaurants (because despite all the amenities, who wants to cook on vacation?) made this an incredible and memorable stay. We especially loved relaxing by the outdoor firepit or on the remarkably cozy porch. Pictures do not do this place justice. Wish we had more time to have used the kayaks. And, while the cottage is charming, the owner is equally charming. David met us at the cabin to provide a tour of the property and gave us many helpful recommendations for our trip. We could have chatted with him all day as he is a very friendly, knowledgeable, and interesting man. We have also stayed at many rental cabins but this was the first time we were gifted with an unexpected and generous goody basket by the owner on our arrival. There is so much to say about this lovely cottage. Thanks to David for sharing this lovely home.

Really fun decorating, in seaside pastels give a vacation feeling. The light from sunrise to moonlight on the bay was special. The owner provided many thoughtful items for the kitchen and bath.

Location was great being between small towns ;however, the furniture and view of the water was a little disappointing considering the price. With that being said we had a lovely time and experience with renting this home.

We couldn't have been more pleased with our stay. David met us when we arrived , informing us about the house and property. The house was beautifully furnished with absolutely everything provided that one would need. If I ever get the opportunity to travel to Maine again, I will stay here.!

It was perfect, better than any hotel!

Our family had a lovely stay and really enjoyed how close to town the house is. David was very friendly and helpful with check in and the house was very clean with an amazing porch! We loved the welcome basket that provided some essentials and made us feel very welcome! We look forward to returning in the future!

We were the first rental of the season and really enjoyed our stay. David was a great host who welcomed us in person and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. We had rain for two days on our trip and there was no better place to spend the day curled up on a couch with a good book and a glass of wine than this sun deck with the beautiful view. This house and town is such a great location to use as a base for visiting many of the beautiful cities in the area. We ventured out each day to a different town/sailing trip/lighthouse/fort, etc. Would highly recommend dinner and/or lunch at King Eiders.