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Quiet Ocean Front Cottage With Stunning Views & Private Beach Close To Rockland

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Watching the Boats moored in Lobster Cove from the deck.
Launching the kayak from the beach in front of the cottage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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South Thomaston, ME
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Rockland Harbor Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Upstairs room

1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet Ocean Front Cottage With Stunning Views & Private Beach Close To Rockland

This well kept, bright and renovated little cottage is nestled 30 feet from a private cove & beach on the Atlantic ocean. It is quiet and perfect for relaxing, strolling the beach and rocks, launching your kayaks and enjoying a firepit on the oceans edge.. A 10 minute walk to the other side of the island brings you to McLoons Lobster Shack, a Maine foodie destination.

Heaven Scent has 2 floors of living area. The upstairs is a large, open room with 2 twin beds, a queen bed, 2 dressers and a chair near the windows overlooking the beach. The ceiling over the beds is just over 6' so taller people will have to stoop. The staircase is a little steep so if you are over 6’ you will have to watch your head. Bed linens and towels for 4 included as well as plenty of blankets. We provide toilet paper (2 rolls) and paper towels(2 rolls) but depending on use you may need to bring extra. The first floor hosts the bathroom, galley kitchen, dining and living area as well as an easy to use propane heater to take the chill out of the shoulder seasons. A futon with an upgraded mattress converts to a full bed. Linens are not provided for this. We have added a clothes dryer in 2022 for your convenience.
There is also a 'game (chess, checkers, etc.) table' with 2 chairs as well as a breakfast bar with 2 stools. The first floor has decks both front and back with a slider opening to the deck facing Lobster Cove and the Atlantic ocean. There is a firepit just beyond the deck that faces the ocean. Lobster cove is a sandy/rocky beach perfect for building sandcastles, searching for treasures or just sitting in your chair watching the sunrise, waves, boats and birds go by. The cottage has a gas grill and a Weber charcoal grill as well as all the pots, pans and dishes needed for most cooking you plan to do during your stay. Coffee maker, microwave, toaster, electric stove/oven, wine glasses, coffee mugs, etc. There are books for all ages as well as several decks of cards and a few of our favorite board games.
The dining room table has 2 benches and seats 6 people as well as a bar at the kitchen with 2 stools. There are 2 Adirondack chairs and a small table with two additional chairs on the deck facing the ocean. A fire pit with ‘stump’ seats lies between the deck and the shore. 4 portable chairs are also available in the shed and are great for sitting on the beach in front or taking with you to your favorite picnic spot. The cottage has a grass front lawn between the parking area and the cottage as well as a grass lawn between the ocean and the cottage with a fire pit. The beach is perfect for launching your kayaks or taking a swim. There is Maine lobster shack within 10 minute walk of the cottage (McCloons) if you want your lobsters prepared for you or if you wish to cook them yourselves, Jess's Market just 10 minutes away and sells lobster as well as a wide array of the freshest fish and seafood available. If your prefer a restaurant, there are dozens in nearby Rockland and its vicinity. There is parking for 2 cars and plenty of grass to play games. There is also a clothes line if you prefer to use over the dryer.
We do not have a phone or TV but we have excellent Wi-Fi. If you need to do laundry, the Park St Laundry in Rockland will wash, dry and fold your clothes, just drop them off on your way into town. One month from your stay we will send you a welcome book with many more details on what the cottage has as well as information about the surrounding area, restaurants, kayak rentals, etc.

Property manager

Mike
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Amenities

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Kitchen
Dryer
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Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The stairs to the bedroom are a bit steep
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in or near the house.
No additional guests sleeping on the porch or in tents on the grounds.
Part or all of Security deposit will be kept for cottage left very dirty and/or trash barrel overflowing.
The house is on a well and if a toilet or faucet left running, it could drain the well. Please conserve water.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this cottage is on the beach. General Henry Knox Museum and Strand Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Birch Point Beach State Park and Owls Head State Park. Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 21 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McLoons Lobster Shack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Slipway - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Quarry Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Happy Clam - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Owl - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Ocean Front Cottage With Stunning Views & Private Beach Close To Rockland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Ocean Front Cottage With Stunning Views & Private Beach Close To Rockland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Ocean Front Cottage With Stunning Views & Private Beach Close To Rockland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Ocean Front Cottage With Stunning Views & Private Beach Close To Rockland located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Thomaston cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Birch Point Beach and Lucia Beach. Sandy Beach and Crescent Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just retired

My husband and I just retired and enjoyed this place immensely! Especially the fireplace and the quiet space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jason

This cottage is perfect for a couple looking to get away for a few days. Sunrises are majestic and stargazing is second to to none. McCloon’s Lobster Shack is amazing and has beautiful views of the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet and comfortable

This is a private, compact property that was perfect for our (too) short September weekend getaway along a beautiful part of the Maine coast. I spent hours out on the back deck overlooking the tidal cove, reading, sketching, but mostly just looking and listening. Lots of wildlife, including two ospreys, a raven, a great blue heron that came twice a day to fish, and even two mink that chased each other across the beach. Cottage was very well equipped and cozy. Excellent wifi. Mike was a responsive and proactive host. We particularly enjoyed our visit to the keeper's house and museum at the Marshall Point Lighthouse in Port Clyde. Would love to return for another stay someday. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Quiet and peaceful. Feels like Maine the way I remember it long ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine cabin

My wife and I spent two nights here and we enjoyed our stay. We used it as a jumping off point to explore the towns of Rockland, Camden and Belfast which were all an easy drive from the cabin. We were fortunate to have great weather and the view out the back was beautiful and relaxing. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and drinking our morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Astounding beauty!

We enjoyed our stay in every way. The house is very clean and comfortable….the gorgeous views were a lucky strike extra. This is a special place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Majestic Maine

The cottage was perfect! Everything we wanted to experience and enjoy on Sprucehead Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful view… needs updated description

Almost everything about the cottage was outstanding: view, privacy, peacefulness, cleanliness, furnishings for kitchen, WiFi, outdoor accessories…super. Two details are overlooked in the description. First, though modern, with decent hot water, the bathroom is tiny, hard to move around in or shut door without bumping into something. Shower stall itself also quite small. Second, the upstairs sleeping area is built for decidedly shorter folks, I’m 6’4” and had a clear disadvantage. My partner, much shorter still suffered. The stairs are steep and tall folks must duck (both clearly advertised). Going downstairs was uniquely more hazardous, owing to a very close/steep roof over stairwell, especially the top 3-4 steps. What is not highlighted is the low ceiling and its sloping pitch in the entire upstairs bedroom. I could not stand straight up in the middle of the room, and on the twin bed side of the room the ceiling was so low as to make using them difficult. On the double bed side (with the windows) the roof sloped less but was still only about 5’ at the headboard. All in all, too cramped and tight for us. This may not be bad, but should be better highlighted in the description.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cottage on the cove

Our 4th year visiting the cottage. Very simple but all we need. Peaceful porch where we spent hours watching great blue herons and osprey (no bald eagles this year). Cove is perfect for exploring crabs, launching a kayak or SUP. We love being walking distance to McLoon’s for lobster every day and Giffords ice cream. Rainy weather this year so we played lots of “The Game of Life” and doing puzzles. Host Mike is quick to respond and makes the process very easy. Thanks for another great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat.

Quiet retreat with wonderful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing by the ocean

A real vacation cottage, not a city condo on the shore! Comfortable, clean and perfectly located. This was our second stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K., Bethesda USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My happy place

This is our third year staying at Mike’s cottage “Heaven Scent” and we’ve already booked next year. The cottage is “Maine rustic” but all that we need with a darling porch for perfect Maine sunrises. Walking distance to the greatest lobsters/lobster rolls and Gifford’s ice cream. The cove is perfect for tweens exploring for sea critters, fishing, and for watching the blue heron feasting, and osprey fly-overs. The construction noise from building the house next door was annoying but should hopefully be done by next summer. It’s just enough space for me, my sister, and my 13-yo son (if she ducks her head to walk upstairs). Be aware the bathroom is on the first floor if that matters to you in the middle of the night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Mary L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Experience could have been better

Cute house, however extremely damp, had issue for first two days with dozens of mosquitoes inside lots of bites on kids and myself. Also had a lot of mold in places. Uncomfortable beds and lack of bedding/pillows. Neighbors dogs were in the yard often and even messed in the front yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

This place is a great place to stay in mid-coast Maine. It’s close enough to amenities but far enough away to feel relaxing. Communication with Michael was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

Our young family thoroughly enjoyed our week at the cottage. Even with the coastal haze, it was a perfect experience for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quaint cottage

Beautiful area. Quaint cottage for my husband and I. Nice beach to go out kayaking and beach comb for shells. Loved watching sail boats and lobster boats come in and out of the cove.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a Couple or Small Family

My husband, 4 year old son, and I stayed for a week in this cozy home. The pictures and property description were very accurate and Michael was quick to answer any and all of my questions. The home was just right for the 3 of us. There is only 1 bedroom, but we were happy to share for the week. The stairs leading to the bedroom are a bit steep with low ceilings, so anyone with mobility concerns should be aware. The bathroom is tight and can feel a bit damp without a fan, but useable for the week. We never had any issues with water pressure even when we took back-to-back showers. The kitchen was well stocked and we were able to cook a nice dinner one night and grilled another (we ate out a lot!). You can tell the property is on the older side, but we found it very clean and comfortable. The real star of the property is the cove. The ocean is steps away and we loved walking out at low tide and kayaking out during high tide. There are only a few neighbors who were all absent or very quiet while we were there. It was very private without feeling spooky. There is a Super Walmart about 15 minutes away and plenty of shopping and restaurants in nearby Rockland, Rockport, Thomaston, and Camden. I would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

We had a wonderful stay Beautiful weather even in October! Cabin was warm and comfortable even on chilly nights
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and convenient

We loved it, can’t beat the location and viewing the inlet as the sun comes up. Not far from lighthouses and lobsters. Only issue is the roof is a bit low upstairs, even for us both less than 6feet tall. But if you want the full Maine experience this is a terrific spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Week

The location was ideal. Tucked away quietly from US-1, but close enough to take advantage of the local restaurants and brew pubs. Camden and Belfast were an easy drive. The views from the property are spectacular and we had all we needed for a relaxing stay. My wife and I are boaters and Spruce Head Marina was a convenient bonus to our stay. Would definitely return if just the wife and myself.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent oceanside cottage

Clean, comfortable cottage. Loved looking at the water whether eating inside or on the deck. Nice to have an easy to use and effective heater for the chills of September! Planning to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Perfect Respite

This was the retreat we needed. The cottage is small and has its quirks, but the location, view and peaceful environment made up for it. The property is located next to quite a few houses on the cove, but all the neighbors were respectful and quiet.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Roy & Pat L., New York, NY 10025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

View and Drought

We loved the view and access to the sea, and we enjoyed the porch. The stairs to the sleeping quarters are a bit much for old folks like us, but the bed was comfy. Too bad the well started to go dry and we had to move elsewhere in our last week!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Million Dollar view!

What a great little cottage - perfect for my husband and I to relax and unwind for a week. We had stayed in the area about 10 years ago so knew we wanted to be on Spruce Head. This location is quintessential Maine (and I'm a native Mainer) - just watching the tide come and go while sipping my coffee or a glass of wine was the best way to spend time. The cottage had everything we needed - we enjoyed the firepit and the deck, kitchen had everything you would need, bathroom while small was no problem, loved the upstairs bedroom with the cooling ocean breezes and the area was very quiet even though there were neighbors. We walked to Mcloon's for lobster and had a spectacular dinner at Primo. I would highly recommend this to anyone that wants to experience Maine!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A taste of paradise!

The whole area is breathtaking! Absolutely beautiful- grass yard - ocean front what more could you ask for! Cottage while may not have all the modern conveniences was still lovely and suited us fine. So peaceful-definitely would recommend to anyone who would like a little rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike

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We are a busy family of 6 that loves God, adventure, sports, the outdoors and spending time together and with friends. We purchased this cottage as a get-a-way from the busy-ness of our everyday lives.

Why they chose this property

We love this little cottage by the sea. From the minute you drive over the causeway connecting the island to the mainland, you can feel the stress of life fall away and the peaceful ocean views revive you. It is the perfect escape for us several times each season. We enjoy sitting on the deck or beach, poking in the sand for treasures and playing games together at night. It is cozy and quiet and the perfect place to spend time. When we feel like going out for dinner or walking around town, we love the fact that Rockland is just minutes away and offers so much that we enjoy doing together. We hope you will come to love this place as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

The stunning views of the ocean from inside or on the deck are spell binding. We love making up appetizers and taking them out to sit on the beach in the afternoon with a glass of wine and just watching the ocean. Or jumping in the kayak and taking an evening sunset 'cruise' around the island.

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