Castine is beautiful and we couldn’t have asked for a better location. We were very close to a public beach, which our dogs loved. The view from the house is amazing and the yard is lovely. To be fair to future travelers, we have to be honest about the house. To say it needs updating is a huge understatement. The decor is old, but not quaint and cute, we’re talking 80’s garage sale. A lounge chair with duct tape on it hiding a tear. A deck chair that ripped as soon as my husband sat on it. The kitchen is ill equipped for much cooking. Limited tools and not one baking sheet or roasting pan. Plan to eat out although there are very limited restaurants in town. And there is no A/C. I suppose people in Maine know to look for this, but not people from Texas. It was horribly hot and humid on the second and third floors. The description said there were fans, but they were caked in dust so we had to go buy more. The basement was cooler because of the dehumidifier so we slept there by pushing the two twin beds together. There’s only one TV and it’s on the second floor so no curling up in bed and watching TV. It is a smart TV so there’s that. The beach behind the property was really just a bunch of huge rocks and seaweed. I’ve never seen bathrooms like these. I don’t really even know how to describe them, plastic, old grout, Formica. Let’s just say I stopped shaving my legs so I could get in and out as quickly as possible. Again, nice location, but not very comfortable for us.

The house is lovely and the views and sunsets are breathtaking! My grandsons enjoyed kayaking, lawn games and of course a fire and smoores. My daughter’s wedding was held at the Wilson Museum and family and friends came from all over the east coast to be with us. Also celebrated my birthday on the beach nearby with a lobster boil! We all had a wonderful time!

What a lovely spot in Castine! Tucked away on the back shore area, we enjoyed exploring the cove with the kayaks, made use of the well-stocked kitchen, played spirited games of Scrabble, and were wowed by the gorgeous sunsets. Mary Lou was incredibly responsive when needed. We hope to return soon!

The house was exactly as described, in a beautiful, quiet spot on the Maine coast, a short walk down from a sandy beach. We enjoyed paddling with the provided kayaks, exploring Castine and nearby towns, and just hanging out on the porches in by the fire pit. Mary Lou was very responsive and easy to work with.

We really enjoyed the quiet beauty of this property. The sunsets alone are worth coming for.

We had such a fantastic week here! Mary Lou was really great with communication before and during our stay. The house was very clean and it was very well suited for our family of 6 in terms of sleeping arrangements and amenities (kayaks, games,etc.) for the kids. We are so grateful that we found this place!

Really enjoyed 10 days at Peregrine House. Easy place to stay. Plenty of room for 6 adults and a dog. Great views, easy access to Castine which is quiet and lovely. Short walk to small beach nearby and steps down to rocks behind the house. Kayaks were a plus. The fans and blinds kept the house cool day and night, even tho there is no air conditioning. Evening breezes ensured a comforable night. The beds were comfortable. A couple of twin beds were past their prime and the host very quickly replaced them. Kitchen was well stocked. Could use a veg peeler and a salad spinner, otherwise we had everything we could possibly need including a large refrigerator that could hold a lot of food and made good ice. House was easy to spread out in. Excellent washer and dryer made staying clean a breeze. All in all a terrific house for a small crowd. Easy to entertain both inside and outside with lots of room to spread out. Located on quiet street just outside of Castine on Penobscot Bay, Real value for the money and the host is easy to reach and very responsive.

Oh how we have missed spending time at Peregrine House and how how happy we were to return! Our week was sheer bliss, as always. Everyone slept like babies, read lots of books, kayaked, found a big chunky seal lazing around in the cove, ate lobsters and steamers for supper several evenings, took long walks, long naps.....Perfect Peregrine.

Beautiful property and the sunsets were stunning! Mary Lou was so wonderful and quickly responded to an unexpected issue midweek. We were so grateful.

Lovely waterfront house with plenty of charm. Plenty of room and plenty of amenities. We had a wonderful time.

We had a great time at the property with its large deck overlooking the water and stairs down to the cove. We used the kayaks in the cove and saw porpoises off blockhouse point. Swimming at Wadsworth Cove Beach was very nice. Check in was easy. Good communication with Mary Lou. You can walk to Witherle Woods where there are nice trails. House was well provisioned. Downstairs twin beds were a little soft but great for kids.

We just got back from a perfect vacation at the Peregrine house! The house was very comfortable with views from every window. Sitting out on the deck, watching a neighboring bald eagle fly by during a spectacular sunset or spying on sea lions with your morning coffee was all the reason you need to stay at this lovely home. Mary was a great host by making sure that everything was to our liking. Our only complaint and it was a minor one, was the need for the lawn to be mowed. It was nearly 8 inches long during our week here and could be blamed on a shortage of landscaping crew, thanks to Covid or the heavy rains they experienced the previous week. Small issue however, since we'd be eager to spend another week in the future.

Enjoyed our stay at the Peregrine House. The sunsets over the bay from the house were different each night but always beautiful (rain or shine). The area is pretty remote with restaurants operating sporadically (covid hangover?) but Mary was very helpful in terms of recommending grocery stores. Highly recommend the bioluminescence kayak tour from castine kayaking, taking the boat to isle au haute (from Stonington), and hiking Barred Island and Edgar Tennis preserves. Kayaking from the house was also a lot of fun with calm water. Great place to vacation in nature!

Beautiful quiet area. We loved the area.

We really enjoyed staying at this property and the sunsets were spectacular. The outdoor areas were so enjoyable and we spent a lot of time outside!

Great views, easy access to walkable beach and just enough town. I would go again

Beautiful view overlooking the bay. Peaceful.

Loved the sunsets from the house.

I miss those unbelievable sunsets. We travelled to Bar Harbor twice and it is only about 1 hr 15 minutes away. House was perfect for us and had large yard and gas grill.

The Peregrine House was absolutely perfect. From the stunning views to the beautiful home there was nothing that you could want for. The home is supplied with everything you might want or need. Must say though that the epic moment for us was kayaking in the little inlet and having 2 seals come and join us. Wonderful memories made here.

This is a beautiful place to have a vacation. Incredible view of the water, star-filled skies at night, and access to the ocean. The homeowner was very generous with providing bikes, and kayaks to use while there. My husband and daughter went kayaking in the bay and saw seals and starfish. My daughters were amazed at how many stars were in the sky. They enjoyed toasting marshmallows and looking up at the sky. It was a wonderful relaxing break from our daily lives.

The house was very clean and comfortable for a family of four and our two dogs. We were very pleased with all the location had to offer. My sons enjoyed kayaking on the calm waters. Watching the sunset We really enjoyed our stay here.

My family stayed for about a week around the 4th of July weekend. It was probably one of our most enjoyable/memorable trips. The house/location were great, the town of Castine unbelievably charming, the area of Maine stunning. Mary Lou's home was a home-away-from home, spacious/comfortable but then so much more. We agree that the pictures don’t do it justice. A big highlight for us was the bay, kayaking, and exploring the rocky shore when the tide was out with our dog who could not get enough of the clear, crisp water! In the evenings, we'd cook a big dinner, have a glass of wine on the deck, and sit around the outdoor fire pit later in the evening. It was all just very relaxing and fun. Mary Lou couldn't be more hospitable and accommodating. Had a few questions along the way and she was always available to help. This was her family's home for many years and the care she has put into it shows. Thank you, Mary Lou for a great family memory.

Mary Lou was a fantastic host and the property was perfect for our family vacation.

We had a wonderful stay! It is one of those homes that makes you feel comfortable as you walk in the door. It had every thing we needed with the most tremendous views of the bay. We loved watching the seals daily and my children even named one "Sir Sergio the Seal". Castine was a sweet little town with gorgeous homes and small markets/stores and the beech was quiet and clean. Went to Stonington which has a lot of artists and cute stores as well. Had the most amazing dinner at 'Fin and Fern', so check it out if you are in the area. We also went to Holbrook Island Sanctuary, Acadia NP and walked around Booth Bay with all its quaint stores. Although our time there was brief, we enjoyed every moment of this wonderful home and the surrounding area. I would highly recommend.

Incredible view, cozy, immaculate house located in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood. There is a lot of love the was put into Peregrine House to make it as special as it is. The house is spacious enough that 8 people weren’t bumping into each other, we were all comfortable and in awe of the view the entire time. I loved how it was almost hidden from the road but then the property opens up to a large yard right on the bay.

We had a wonderful stay at Peregrine House in July. Even though we were there on the hottest day of summer, the ocean breezes kept us cool enough. This cottage is perfect for walks and quick trips to town, golf, access to Wadsworth Cove and Beach, The Maine Maritime Academy, and all that Castine has to offer including must-have meals at Markel's and Castine Variety. We used it as a base to do the classic Maine stuff- Bucksport (where I grew up) Lobstering out of Stockton Harbor (with an old high school buddy) along with a trip to Sears Island Kayaking to Holbrook Island Blue Hill Bar Harbor/Acadia and more The cottage is very well equipped with everything you need, for example fans, kayaks, life preservers, deck/porch/lawn seating, lobster cooking and eating utensils, to name a few. The owner takes pride in making sure everything is in tip top shape for guests. We will likely go back as it is that good and well located.

We really enjoyed our stay in Castine! The house was clean and beautiful! We have two children and they loved the big yard and exploring the shore line at low tide. The view is priceless, especially at sun set. This house is perfect for sometime away from the hustle and bustle, and to rest and relax! However it is quiet a drive to some of the more popular tourist spots like Acadia, Bar Harbor, etc. I highly recommend this home!

What I like most about the property is the view and the screened porch, which enhances your ability to enjoy the view! The proximity to Castine and other area attractions is a major plus. The house is accessible and private, but not isolated. All things considered, it is a very pleasant place to enjoy the sunsets.

Our second summer at Peregrine House didn't disappoint!!! It truly is like coming home! We enjoyed gorgeous sunsets, long walks, napping, day trips to Lincolnville and Blue Hill (had to pick up a few rosa rugosas to bring home), cooking lobsters in the outdoor cookers, reading books, playing games and just relaxing in peace and quiet. We cannot wait to return to Peregrine House next summer!!!

This location of this home is fantastic. Although the approach down to the water is pretty steep, there is a very accessible beach within easy walking distance. The home was very clean and well-equipped and the owners provided more paper products and supplies than most rentals. We spent a lot of time on the sun porch just watching the water and the birds. There were 2 of us plus a dog for 4 nights, plus an extra 2 people for two nights, so we used all 4 bedrooms at some point. Our only negative comment would be that the mattresses in the basement rooms were in need of replacement. We could hear springs popping and they were not very comfortable. The queen beds in the loft bedroom were a little better. We enjoyed the whirlpool tub in the loft bathroom. The owners provided lots of towels, extra blankets and pillows. We were looking for peace and quiet and we found it. Apparently we hit the sweet spot between Maine Maritime graduation and the onset of tourists. Castine was very quiet, and while we wouldn't have minded a couple more restaurants and a shop or two, we were very happy with it as it was. The neighborhood was mostly quiet and very quiet at night. There were some dogs in the neighborhood that were not fenced which stopped us from walking our dog on the road. Never could catch the owners outside long enough to see if their dogs were okay with dogs walking by, so we kept our dog on leash in the yard. The cable TV and internet worked well. We did experience some spotty cell service (on Verizon). We enjoyed a hike in Witherle Woods to the top of Blockhouse Point. It was an easy hike with a beautiful view to reward our efforts. We visited the lighthouse and downtown Castine. Loved the food at the Castine Variety so much that we went twice. The crab and lobster were so fresh; the owner says she gets it right from the fishermen every morning. If you are looking for peace and tranquility, this is the place (at least this time of year!)

A most wonderful time at Peregrine cottage. We drove to Ellsworth and Deer Isle, as well as to Bucksport and the observatory. Plenty of time to enjoy the sunsets and relax. The house is very comfortable and quiet, with a short distance to the center of Castine, and restaurants, as well as driving through the quaint little village. Thanks so much for providing a special week...Leo Martin-Joyce Martin-Donna and Paul McNamara