Custom-designed waterfront vacation home on 18+ acres of pristine natural beauty

Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(30 Ratings)

House in Stonington, ME

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 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

With 1000 feet of shoreline, Blue Arches is a beautiful contemporary 4 bedroom 2264 sq ft home on a private cove with spectacular views. This 18 acre oceanfront property is a private sanctuary for those who love coastal Maine. Imagine how nice it will be to have one of the loveliest homes in the desirable Oceanville section of Stonington all to yourself. Blue Arches has a great many decorative touches throughout the home including hardwood flooring, tasteful furnishings and a lovely brick fireplace. The landscaped grounds and gardens are filled with flowers for cutting and enjoying.

Blue Arches is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. The attractive first floor is filled with light and all rooms have beautiful views of either the water or surrounding gardens. The main floor includes a spacious, well-equipped kitchen to satisfy even the best cook, a glassed-in, formal dining area. The office/den offers a desk with a stunning view that can double as a quiet reading nook or TV room. This well-laid out home has an inviting, stylish living room with plenty of seating for family gatherings.

Blue Arches has three first floor bedrooms with a full bath, half bath and laundry room.

The entire second floor of Blue Arches houses the master suite with king bed, ocean views, tall ceilings and warm woodwork. A large closet and a master bathroom with bidet and jacuzzi complete the suite.

The exterior of Blue Arches provides many great features including a wrap-around deck which connects to a screened-in porch as well as a covered section of porch where you can spend an afternoon reading and admiring the movement of the tides, blue herons and other birds that live in this pretty cove - sometimes we even have a seal come for a visit!

We have CABLE TV as well as HIGH SPEED INTERNET for live-streaming movies, and multiple people online at the same time.

ENJOY YOUR MUSIC or radio throughout the house. The house is wired for sound so that you can easily play music throughout the house from a smart phone, iPad, computer or iPod. Just plug in and play - you can play sound in certain rooms and not in others according to your choice.


The yard is protected by woods that are perfect for a walk or a wander. The lawn is big and open providing the perfect place for yard games (bocce ball, badmitten, horseshoes, volleyball - equipment supplied) or simply sitting and basking in the quiet beauty of this idyllic setting while watching the hummingbirds dance around the flower beds. An enchanting variety of perennial and annual flowers all around the grounds provide lovely scents and bouquets for you to enjoy.

Blue Arches has the perfect spot to launch your kayaks, and for the more adventurous, afternoon swims are a refreshing treat. There are great hikes on the island!

If you're looking for a spacious and well-kept vacation rental that feels like an island sanctuary for your friends or family retreat on the beautiful Maine coastline, this home will be the perfect fit for you and your loved ones!

Downtown Stonington Village is just two miles away. It's a lovely, picture perfect working fishing with a charming Main Street dotted with shops and restaurants that makes you feel like you have stepped into a Norman Rockwell painting. Architectural Digest Magazine named Stonington the "Prettiest Town in Maine."

Acadia and Bar Harbor are close by for fun day trips - whale watches and more!

Amenities
Four Bedrooms - King, Queen, 2 Twin beds that can be converted into a King & a Twin
Two Full Bathrooms - one half bath.

Please note: during the summer season, from late June through mid-september, minimum bookings are 7 nights, Saturday to Saturday.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Stonington, ME

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(30 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
My family (7 people) had a fantastic week together at this beautiful property to celebrate a milestone birthday. The house had plenty of space for all of us, was lovely inside and out, and had everything we needed to cook nice dinners, to enjoy some outdoor games, and to relax together. The porch on the inlet cannot be beat, and the views are maginificient. We didn't try to swim in the tidal inlet, which seemed a bit daunting, but the location is near a beach, hiking, the town, a good store, and everything we needed. Dan was a great host, available quickly by VRBO for any questions that arose, and he communicated with insider tips about the Island and the area. Very highly recommend this place!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
The host was very helpful with activities. Everything super well equipped. Wine glasses and nice dinnerware. Lots of books. The garden was amazing. Rockers on the porch. Water view was spectacular. Accessibility to the water was a bit clunky for us kayakers and be sure to check the tides! But once in, the paddling was sublime. A perfect Maine vacation!
10.0 / 10.0
May 2024
The Blue Arches is a beautiful place. We enjoyed the amazing views. Definitely would book another stay.
8.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
Private, peaceful, pretty<, spacious.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
WE absolutely loved our stay. The location and surrounding beauty was outstanding. We would love to bring our whole family next time and stay a little longer. We would really like to enjoy the surrounding outdoors more. Our host was wonderfully communicative.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2023
The host could not have been more responsive! The weather was mostly rainy for much of our stay and it was great to be able to tuck up and watch the changing tides from inside the house!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2023
The house was perfect in every way. It was private and the view of the cove was breathtaking. The property owner gave us so many recommendations on things to do on the island and restaurants near by. We are planning on a return trip. Highly recommend this place!
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2022
My wife, sister in law, brother in law, and myself stayed at Blue Arches on Deer Isle. Blue Arches is located on the ocean front away from all the traffic/noise of everyday life. Even being away from it all, you are only a couple of miles from the town of Stonington where there are a ton of things to do, good restaurants, shops, and a great coffee shop. Lastly Stonington is the lobster capital of Maine so you can walk the water front and watch the lobster fleet come and go. On Deer Isle there are several hiking trails not very long but they allow you to experience the area and the wildlife of the same. We also played golf on the island, did some fishing, and generally enjoyed our stay.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Stonington is $226 per night. This rental is $135 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Custom-designed waterfront vacation home on 18+ acres of pristine natural beauty. 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 Custom-designed waterfront vacation home on 18+ acres of pristine natural beauty 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 Custom-designed waterfront vacation home on 18+ acres of pristine natural beauty?

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

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