SPECTACULAR VIEWS! Private DEEPWATER Dock, 3 acres in DESIRABLE Mid Coast Maine

Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Terrace/patio
10.0
Outstanding(79 Reviews)

Cottage in Westport, ME

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Book a MAINE VACATION that you will never forget!!!….188 East Shore iRoad is a Vintage Summer Cottage that sits up high on the rocky shoreline of Westport Island, in the very DESIRABLE Mid Coast area of Maine. It sits on 3.5 acres of privacy with 800 feet of DEEPWATER frontage.
It has been a 5 star rental for 29 seasons.

NOTE: The nightly rates quoted for November 15th to April 15th are for the 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath main cottage only. Maximum number of guests would be 8 people…. The guest quarters is booked until April 2025.

The Bridge to Westport Island is 3 miles in (east) from route one. The cottage is located 7 miles down the island from the bridge, on the East side of the island. The island itself is about 12 miles long and two miles wide. The East Shore Road circles that side of the island,…and looks over at Barters Island, Southport, Isle of Springs and out to open Ocean and Hendricks Head Lighthouse.

Private and peaceful location,..yet an easy commute to all of the tourist areas and attractions that the beautiful mid coast area of Maine has to offer.

This Historic east side of Westport Island is dotted with charming vintage cottages and farmhouses along its beautiful shoreline. It is a perfect walking and biking area.

The cottage has SPECTACULAR VIEWS of surrounding Islands, Working Lobster Boats and Harbor Seals on the ledges in front. There is easy access to the water and a private dock overlooking a small and active cove. Hendrik's Head Lighthouse and the open Ocean are directly south and easily visible.

The wonderful southeastern exposure allows stunning views of the water, wildlife, boating traffic and the sunrise from every window! Watch the lobstermen hauling their traps in early morning. Eagles and Osprey abound. There are seals basking in the sun on the ledges in front of the cottage at low tide….and the FULL MOON over the Sheepscot Bay, is a sight that you will never forget!

3.5 private acres…Airy and spacious rooms with cottage furniture , wicker and antiques. Central heat. A large wrap around porch on the West side of the cottage, to watch the sunsets.

There is a deep water dock on a beautiful peninsula overlooking a cove to the north of the cottage. Bring your boat! There is no better area of Maine for boating,… with lots of towns, restaurants, cozy harbors , coves …all easily accessible from the cottage. It is also a wonderful kayaking , sailing and paddle boarding area.

There are 3 preserves on the island for hiking.
Step back in time!…There is a non denominational church from the 1700”s, and our town hall that still hosts town meeting each year. And…we still have a volunteer fire department.

The cottage has an outdoor patio on the water side, with a grill, a griddle and a gas lobster cooker. There are three picnic tables for outdoor gatherings and a waterfront Fire Pit. The cottage is well stocked with books and games and has a ROKU tv with Netflix, for quiet evenings.

The main cottage is 4 bedrooms, (3 Queens and a King) and a single bed on the enclosed first floor sunporch. There is a well stocked kitchen with an attached sunroom, overlooking the glorious Sheepscot Bay… and out to
Open ocean.

The attached unit has a full kitchen, a waterfront deck and it sleeps 4. It is accessible from the main cottage or from a separate outside entrance.

A Boater's Paradise!: If you have a boat...Bring it along! There is a dock in the cove which will accomodate a 22 foot Boat. There is always deep water at the dock. There is a public boat launch on the island about 5 miles from the cottage...Kayak rentals are available just up the road and can be delivered and picked up.

The Sheepscot Bay area is a Boater's paradise, with wonderful destinations close by... We also have our own Lobster Co op on the Island, where you can purchase lobsters fresh off the boats. Or ..our local Rock Star fisherman, Lincoln, will usually deliver them to you right at the dock!

Our local oysters are world renowned and are farmed close by in the Damariscotta River. Boating tours to see the growing and harvesting process of these amazing creatures, are available out of the quaint town of Damariscotta.

Incredible Boothbay Harbor is 26 miles away and is home to the Maine Botanical Gardens. Well worth the trip …and the kids will LOVE the Troll display! There are boat trips for everyone out of Boothbay! Whale watching, lighthouse tour, deep sea fishing, sunset sailing trips, seal and puffin watch trips and just cocktail cruises that will take you around the area to show you the SPECTACULAR Coast of Maine from the water.

Book a relaxing MASSAGE at the cottage during your visit! We have an experienced and incredible therapist who will come to you! He is available by appointment for 60 or 90 minute massages at the cottage. He also has a massage studio in Bath, in the Old Sagadahoc Building on Front Street. Include a massage , with a day trip to historic Bath… the city of ships! Enjoy the waterfront farmers market on Saturday’s, the Maritime Museum and the many quaint shops and restaurants that Bath has to offer.
For those of you looking for family photo shoots, or small event photography, contact Megan, at www.meganclouse.com . Her photos speak for themselves!
Cleanliness!: I have had the same reliable wonderful cleaning gal for 26 years. The cottage is always spotless and mattresses are new, comfortable atnd completely covered with high quality mattress protectors.

This cottage has been rented each summer for 29 years and has never received anything other than A 5 STAR a review…. I lost my “premier hosting” status last summer with VRBO, as a result of my website being hacked in early July. Vrbo has to deactivate my listing for 6 weeks, while they “ investigated”… which resulted in me losing new bookings through the VRBO site, for most of the remaining 2022 season. Because I received no new bookings through them, for that time period, they took away my premier host status.

Westport Island is a 2 by 12 mile island connected by bridge to the mainland of Wiscasset. It is a 7 hour drive from New York and a 3 hour drive from Boston.

This property is Also available for Events for up to 50 guests. See www.homeaway.com/3843107ha for event pricing...

Come experience the BEST that Maine has to offer!!!

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

10.0
Outstanding(79 Reviews)
10.0
Sep 2024
I visited this property with a group of friends for a weekend. It’s a great getaway in Maine, beautiful property with a ton of space for activities. We had a blast playing wiffleball, grilling outside, and sitting by the fire. There’s also a local lobster fisherman that dropped off some freshly caught lobsters that turned out to be delicious. Would visit again, highly recommend!
10.0
Aug 2024
Our family stayed at the large house and property while attending a wedding in Boothbay. We enjoyed the incredible water views, boiled lobster, fished from the dock and built fires in the fire pit. Very idyllic location!
10.0
Aug 2024
Our large extended family (young adults to 80+) had an awesome time at this lovely home. The lightening fast internet and smart TV was appreciated by the young adults, and the beautiful view and ample seating was a bonus for all. The dock was perfect for our 26 foot motor boat - which was very useful for zipping over to several of the nearby restaurants in Bath, Robinhood, and Boothbay Harbor. The huge kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed and the gas grill was definitely used and enjoyed. Ellen, the host, was very attentive and checked in on us multiple times, and made several useful recommendations. We will definitely return!
10.0
Aug 2024
The area was so beautiful. Our host apologized for the uncommon foggy weather, but even the fog was stunning as we watched it roll in and undulate above the water. We felt very comfortable in the house; one of my traveling companions remarked "I felt very at home here."
10.0
Jul 2024
Ellen was very helpful throughout the entire process. Property is nothing short of amazing.
10.0
Jun 2024
We stayed here for our wedding and boy it was perfect! Thank you Ellen for everything, we had a blast!!!! She even allowed us to have our farewell brunch at the house and it was amazing!
10.0
Aug 2023
Ellen's place was perfect for our group of 11 people for a family reunion spanning 3 generations from 2yrs old to 70's. Plenty of spaces to find solitude or gather together inside, outside, covered porches, etc.
10.0
Aug 2023
We hated to say goodbye to our stay here! This was the perfect spot for our large family and age ranges. The views are the best that we have every experienced at a rental home. Ellen was outstanding in her communication with us and was extremely helpful with her recommendations on restaurants, activities, etc. The outside cooking area was key to our meals - complete with the grill, griddle. lobster pot and picnic tables. We rented a boat for the week and enjoyed having the convenience of our own dock. We had a few toddlers and 5 year olds in our party and they loved the play house, child size Adirondack chairs, and the lawn to romp around on. We couldn't have been happier and plan to book this property again!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Westport is $318 per night. This rental is $416 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at SPECTACULAR VIEWS! Private DEEPWATER Dock, 3 acres in DESIRABLE Mid Coast Maine. 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 SPECTACULAR VIEWS! Private DEEPWATER Dock, 3 acres in DESIRABLE Mid Coast Maine pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at SPECTACULAR VIEWS! Private DEEPWATER Dock, 3 acres in DESIRABLE Mid Coast Maine?

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

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