This is a beautiful spot -- great views and plenty of space to relax, cook, and play. The dock is wonderful if you have a boat or just want a swimming spot. Things to note depending on the make-up of your group... the stairs are quite steep and shallow; the 4 bedrooms on the 2nd floor of the main house share a standard bathroom; there are 2 fridges, which is great!

The location is amazing. Views are best in Maine. We rented Kayaks that were delivered and picked up from dock. We rented a 22 foot boat and kept at deep water dock. Host was excellent. Provided restaurant recommendations, Kayak rental numbers, had lobster delivered to the house. She is great. Will definitely rent again

Ellen's place was a perfect location for a low key weekend with friends during a high school reunion. Love all the decor, the home-y feel, and the fantastic views! We spent lots of time on the dock, enjoy some lawn games, grilled, and had a wonderful lobster boil dinner complete with fresh, dock-delivered lobsters. Would love to stay here again!!

Comfortable, well equipped on a beautiful piece of land and peaceful setting

We had a great stay here, a reunion of old friends. Great fires, a variety of weather, beautiful view, useable dock for a dinghy or smaller vessel, and all that's needed for a steaming lobsters and clams/mussels. A car is very helpful for trips to markets, restaurants, and other destinations.

Absolutely stunning coastal Maine location, large charming property that is homey and well equipped and Ellen is the nicest host ever. We had the best family reunion despite COVID and so glad we booked this property. Highly highlyrecommended. We’re planning to return next year.

Renting was easy and Ellen was exceptional, providing all the needed information about things to do and where to go! We loved it. We have eleven family members aged 4-75.

The house provides so many different places for kids to play and well-spaced-out rooms that allow for privacy. The setting is gorgeous--on the water, you can watch the tides from the bay window in the living room (but the seals are too far to see without binoculars, so bring your own). And a hummingbird visits the feeder on the window regularly. The only tiny thing is that you are 20 minutes from a store, so stock up on staples on the way in. Ellen was wonderfully available by text andinstantly responsive. The grounds are varied and beautiful, very well-kept.

The house and location were perfectly suited for our family. Pictures of the property and views can not capture the real beauty. Wiscasset and Boothes Bay Harbor were great for dining and shopping. Ellen supplied us with excellent recommendations for local dining and activities including a top notch fishing guide who picked us up at the pier on the property. We cooked breakfast on the large outdoor gas griddle, had s,mores around the fire pit and ate several meals outside including our Maine lobster and clam boil. The house well equipped to handle the ten adults and children in our family. Thank you Dana and Ellen.

Ellen was an amazing hostess. We loved Westport Island!

We really enjoyed staying in this large classic Maine home on beautiful coastline full of seals, ospreys and flowers. The house worked well for our combination of two families with 5 children. We'd definitely come again next summer. Ellen was great and very generous with multiple suggestions for activities and food options in the area. Thx!

10/10 This is a relaxed, laid back house is perfect for a group of good friends or family to spend a week in Maine. The view is breathtaking and located on a quiet road you can enjoy walking off your lobster each morning. If you cook, the house is pretty well equipped and located close to all the shops you need. Best of all the host is absolutely spectacular and went above and beyond to ensure we had the best time.

My husband had a legal convention which brought our family to Maine. Ellen is an exceptional host. She texted me throughout my stay ti make sure I did not need anything throughout our stay. The home was spotless which I appreciated since I’m a huge germaphobe. I loved to have coffee in the sun room in the mornings and wine in the evening at the fire pit outside while my children ate s’mores. We had an incredible stay!!! We will surely be back to this very spacious home.

The property and vistas are absolutely breathtaking. Ellen was a wonderful host. Very easy to contact and had great advice about the area. We’ll definitely be coming back!

The spot was a perfect location. Lots of room for a big group. Host was super nice

We had a lovely stay in Maine—thanks to Ellen and this incredible property with water views from nearly every room! It was a uniquely beautiful getaway with plenty of space and privacy for two families with toddlers. We would come back in a heartbeat! Thank you!!

I stayed at the cottage with 4 of my friends for a long weekend getaway and we couldn't have had a lovelier visit. The scenic views are absolutely incredible, the river access is easy, and the house was adorable. I think we spend all of our in-house time in the eastern sitting room with the phenomenal panoramic view of the river. Beds were very comfortable and the whole cottage extremely clean. We kayaked each day up and down the Sheepscot River and really enjoyed our explorations. Cormorants, eiders, herons, and osprey abound. A couple of my friends even saw seals. Ellen was a great communicator and an incredible host. The trip was a celebration for my 50th birthday, and upon our arrival we found a local pie, fresh vases of flowers, and a lovely card. A load of firewood arrived the second day of our stay for the bonfire area. All five of us had an amazing stay and I look forward to a return trip next year! Thank you, Ellen!

we stayed here with a few other families and fell in love on our trip. Absolutely gorgeous and inspiring property and a house that was amazing for accommodating all of us (6 adults, 5 kids). We rented kayaks, hiked, ate, and hung around the best fire pit every day. Ellen is great to deal with, gives tons of trip info, and responds asap to all messages, We will def be back!

My family stayed here for a week and we all had an absolutely amazing time! Two small children (4 and 1 years old) and adults of various ages (30s-60s) and everyone had a comfortable, special and relaxing time. The layout of the home gives good privacy and we were surprised at how quiet the various bedrooms were (kids go to bed early). The setting is remarkable and the views cannot be beat. Ellen was so helpful with recommendations and we enjoyed easy trips almost daily to various beaches, hikes, fishing, etc. We would definitely stay again!

A beautiful house in a gorgeous location. We couldn't have asked for anything more. The owner gave us wonderful suggestions that made the week even better. I'd highly recommend this property to anyone seeking a quiet lovely time in Maine.

We loved our time at Ellen's waterfront property! The views are spectacular as was the ability to bring our boat to the private dock. We enjoyed all the area has to offer and Ellen is the best hostess you will ever find! She is very available and attentive and goes above and beyond to help facilitate a great vacation. We loved the well equipped house, comfortable beds, new appliances, many books and games, great internet and kitchen which has everything you could possibly want. A truly special couple of weeks!

On the water, all bedrooms great, quiet location. What more could you ask for?

Wow! What a special place. Spectacular views, cozy charm, comfortably stocked and clean as a whistle. Our host, Ellen, was most gracious and accommodating. Our group did most of the activities mentioned in previous reviews and the 'cottage' was a great getaway for our family reunion. Everyone in our family said that they would definitely come here again. Give it a try … you won't be disappointed.

We had a great week. Ellen was terrific. Make sure you get recommendations from her ahead of time. Then you can arrange for any equipment rentals ahead of time. We rented bikes, a kayak and a paddleboard. She's also great for restaurant suggestions! The house is a little out-of-the-way which for us was a plus. You should look closer to town if you want to walk to stores.

We are thrilled with the perfect house, perfect view, perfect hostess, and perfect vacation. The house was everything we wanted in a Maine vacation. The bedrooms were spacious and well appointed. We appreciated having multiple spaces which allowed us to gather together but also afforded us our own space when quiet time was needed. You also have everything so well stocked! We particularly loved all of the fun plates, table cloths, butter dishes, etc. to make our lobster bake a very special one! The house is so very special, and it was fun to imagine the history it has seen. Proudly set on a bluff of the Sheepscot River, the house affords views of the lobstermen checking their traps, kayakers paddling the river, seagulls fishing the waters, and most special of all regular gatherings of 50-75 seals perched on the two shoals which appear as the tidal waters recede. We paddled with the seals daily and were mesmerized by these intriguing mammals. What a week of fires, roasting S’mores, cooking lobster, paddling the river, hiking the Bonyun Preserve, riding bikes, watching the seals, playing games, and many fun trips to explore the precious Maine towns. Paddling to the Trevette General Store for lobster rolls and then to the Botanical Gardens was amazing. We loved chartering the Hayval, owned by Captain Bruce, and motoring with Captain Sue. Ellen, thank you for everything. You were amazing as were all of the wonderful people who enhanced our trip..Lisa, bike man, kayak guy, pie lady, Captain Sue etc. So much appreciation to you for our perfect Maine vacation.

This house & property did not disappoint. Everyone had their own bedroom, we had 6 adults and one toddler. We were able to cook our meals right in the well stocked kitchen with the best views.Ellen even brought me a mixer so I could bake. We watched lobster boats check their traps and enjoyed watching the seals basking in the sun right from the yard as the girls relaxed in the yard also soaking up the sun. We rented kayaks for the week, such a fun way to paddle your troubles away! Went fishing on the boat with Peter as Ellen had suggested. Seeing all the little islands, Eagles & Ospreys as well as striped bass fishing made for an amazing day! We went to the lobster co-op and had our own lobster fest right in the backyard. The girls (ages 27-35) loved putting all the puzzles together as they had done as kids. The toddler with us loved going out just to explore in the fabulous yard. We played lawn games and just enjoyed being together. Most meals were enjoyed right out in the backyard. It is the perfect place to just relax and enjoy everything Maine has to offer. We definitely would love to return to Ellen’s cottage next year! Thanks, Ellen for helping to make this girls week vacation nothing short of amazing!!💖�💖�

The house is just as shown. Great location and awesome views. Enjoyed evening fires under the stars. Went fishing with a guide and they picked us up at the dock at the house. Ellen was a very helpful and knowledgeable host and went out of her way to stock some groceries in the house when our flight was delayed and we ended up arriving around midnight.

My family of 14 people ranging from 6 months old to 70 enjoyed our time at this house. We managed to comfortable find sleeping arrangements for all, including the toddler and infant sleeping with their parents. The pictures are completely accurate. Note there is only one full bath and a half-bath in the main house so people must share, but the kitchen is terrific.

Everything was great - as ideal as it could be in every respect. Great views and got to see the seals in the water outside!

We had a great time, the property was exactly as advertised. Spectacular views. Truly one of the best places to get away with he family and enjoy everything the coast line of Maine has to offer.

We weren't prepared for such an incredible setting. Lobster boats cruising the shoreline, seals basking on the rocks and Osprey soaring above were enough to make it memorable. Couple that with an adorable 'cottage' (and I use that term loosely -- it's quite generous in size and amenities) -- well, it all made for a terrific family vacation. We were there during a bit of an unsettled weather pattern and without air conditioning, we stayed a bit 'damp' -- but we spent much of the time out and about and kept the fans running so it was fine. The house was so well stocked that we only needed to purchase groceries. Overall, we had a wonderful time laughing, relaxing and making memories along the way! Thank you Ellen!

Our group of seven (five teenagers and two adults) loved Ellen’s home. Any question was answered within minutes. Prior to arrival, Ellen sent information about what to do while visiting and we managed to do almost everything. Her recommendations were spot on. The weather was perfect at 75 during the day and 55 at night (we actually slept with the windows open) which was a wonderful break from the oppressive Florida summer heat. Thank you Ellen!