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The Sea Rose - with Private beach access & kayaks

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Our lovely, simple house.
Drone shot of back deck that faces marsh and harbor.
Lots of deck seating.
New kitchen replete with dishwasher.
Kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71620 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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North Haven, ME
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪137 min drive‬
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪144 min drive‬
  • Megunticook Lake
    ‪145 min drive‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪139 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Sea Rose - with Private beach access & kayaks

**This is a Memorial Day Weekend through mid-October rental only. The house is not winterized. Get in touch early, as the summer is a busy time on North Haven and it’s best to book well in advance.

North Haven is an island in Penobscot Bay and a beautiful, 12-mile ferry ride overlooking the Camden Hills. It is best to get a car reservation 30 days in advance through the Maine Department of Transportation.

Our cottage is a simple 4-bedroom, 1 bath house on a saltmarsh within a very short walking distance to beach. This is a working harbor with several lobster boats but the beach is semi-private. The water is clear and clean to the bottom but not for the faint of heart! We have 2 kayaks available, liability waiver required in advance. The back deck overlooks the marsh, Bartlett’s Harbor, and endless bird life. Some nights the gorgeous, old windjammers anchor in the harbor and you are awakened by their 8 o’clock bell in the morning! At night you will hear crickets and waves lapping, and you can lie or sit on the porch under a blanket as we did as children and count shooting stars in the vibrant Milky Way.

We have all the kitchen amenities as the kitchen was newly renovated in 2022 and includes a dishwasher. There is a washer and dryer. Wi-Fi, Roku TV, or a game closet for those who want to unplug. You can even play Corn Hole or Horseshoes on the side lawn.

The island has several organic farms with a Saturday farmer’s market, 3 restaurants – one fancy, one luncheon type, and one with amazing pizza, and our very own micro-brewery where you can buy ‘growlers’ and refill them! There is also a gift shop, galleries, and The Waterman Community Center which has a theater and a coffee bar. The nine-hole golf course was voted one of the 50 most beautiful in the world by Sports Illustrated. There are several public beaches great for picnics. Lobster is easily available from several sources.

Our family has gone to North Haven every summer since 1958. If you are looking for a fancy, resort-like vacation, this is not for you. You are in the country and in a simple, country home. But if you need to get away and breathe the purest of air, this is it!

** This is a classic Maine vacation rental and is not a suitable option for physical disabilities or impairments that involve climbing antique, steep stairs. Also, our bathroom is on the ground floor and bedrooms are on the second floor. Would prefer no more than 6 people.

Property manager

Laura Langdon
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 6:30 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have steep antique stairs.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Haven

Located in North Haven, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Strand Theater and Owls Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum. Oakland Park Bowling Lanes and Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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North Haven, ME

What's nearby

  • Sandy Beach - 93 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nebo Lodge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Calderwood Hall - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪North Haven Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Landing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Surfside - ‬258 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sea Rose - with Private beach access & kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sea Rose - with Private beach access & kayaks ?

Check-in begins at 6:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sea Rose - with Private beach access & kayaks ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sea Rose - with Private beach access & kayaks located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Haven holiday home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Rockland Ferry Terminal, Sandy Beach and Samoset Resort Golf Course. Buoy Park and Rockland Harbor Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Lovely beach cottage

This was our second summer staying at Laura's house. Great location, great island, very helpful and friendly host.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

2 week stay end of summer

beautiful weather
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynnsey S.

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

Island getaway

We had a great stay!! It was perfect for our family!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer r.

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

Summer Vacation

Perfect rustic Maine home for family gathering, beautiful views from the deck.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul K.

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

wedding visit to North Haven

very pleasant stay, especially loved the back porch
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Another lovely stay at The Sea Rose

We've stayed at The Sea Rose for three summers and can't think of a better home base for beautiful North Haven. The patio view, access to the beach, and renovated kitchen are some of our favorite amenities. Laura is also kind and easy to communicate with. Thank you for another wonderful year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

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

Great Stay on North Haven!

Great spot on the island. Laura's house was the perfect landing spot after playing in the ocean all day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

North Haven summer stay

We spent a wonderful week at The Sea Rose. The location couldn't have been better and the private beach space was a true highlight! I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melina V.

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

A peaceful getaway!

My family spent a week at the Sea Rose and had a relaxing, wonderful time! We loved having access to the water for beach adventures. The host was incredibly responsive and ensured we had an enjoyable stay. We’ve stayed here two summers in a row and look forward to more adventures!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Edward B., Concord, MA 01742

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

great 2 weeks

good weather. great location. near our friends.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

The Sea Rose

The place was very pretty and clean but there is not good parking and no bathroom upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

July Stay at the Sea Rose

We returned to the Sea Rose for a second year and had another wonderful experience on North Haven. The house is charming and well-furnished, and the deck, beach access, and kayaks are all much-appreciated amenities. We would love to keep coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Q., Orono, Maine

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

Quiet location with a view!

Great place for our family of 5 to enjoy, we really appreciated the ease of communication with owner Laura. We enjoyed access to the water via a short walk, and our kids really appreciated the variety of games and puzzles. The deck was a wonderful place to sit in the evening and enjoy a cool breeze. Thanks so much for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

New Haven

We were very happy to spend a week at the Sea Rose Cottage. Beautiful home with everything we could need. Loved how friendly everyone on the Island was. Loved the peace and quiet.Among our favorite things to do was a visit to Turner Farm, mornings for coffee and egg sandwiches and afternoons for ice cream!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward W K.

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

Wonderful stay on the island

Laura was a great host and exceptionally organized. She was easy to reach and answered all of our questions in a timely manner. The property description is accurate. It is a beautiful house close to a small beach that our kids loved. The house is well-equipped with all of the basic necessities. Would recommend, especially to families with small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Charming house with an ocean breeze

My family and I stayed at Laura's house for 3 weeks this summer and had a great experience. The house had everything we needed, and Laura was very welcoming and responsive over text. Our kids enjoyed playing at the beach in Bartlett's Harbor almost every day. We also loved driving over to Narrow Place Beach, and going to Turner Farm for coffee, egg sandwiches, and fresh vegetables and meat. We love North Haven and Willmarsh, and plan to return next summer.
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Great Home

Well our vacation was a bit of a bummer, but NOT because of the vrbo or host. The weather wasn't great and when it turned better, we found out my family member had covid. With some scrambling, we sadly left a little early. Laura's home was very well stocked and the deck was great. There was a little more traffic in the area than I expected, but it wasn't too bad. Our dogs enjoyed the trip the most! Laura was also very understanding of the covid situation, as we did out best to clean and sanitize for her.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sally T.

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

Beautiful location; charming quirky house.

This is a charming house in a stellar location -- just a few minutes from a small harbor, beautiful walks in every direction. The kitchen is bright and cheerful and fantastically well equipped. A few small improvements would make a huge difference: please, some shades or blinds or something on the windows so that the upstairs can be protected from the hot summer sun! It is impossible to do anything to keep the upstairs (or downstairs) cool during the day, and though it does cool off after a time at night, being able to prevent it heating up so much in the first place would make things a lot more comfortable. In the same vein, some sort of shade on the otherwise BEAUTIFUL deck with its beautiful views. It is too hot and sunny for most people to sit out there on a hot day. A simple umbrella, or a sunshade of any kind would be great. We loved our stay otherwise!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D., New Hampshire

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

A quiet, beautiful island escape

My family of 4 (kids ages 7 and 9) stayed here for a week. We had an amazing, relaxing time. The people on the island were incredibly friendly, so much so that they all wave to each other when driving/walking by, even to the tourists like us! We took a bunch of small day hikes (the host left a nice map for us with highlights of the island) and spent a lot of time by the water. The semi-private beach is very pebbly (not a problem for us) and was home to working fishermen, so it had an industrial feel. But the water was crystal clear and clean, and if you enjoy the cold water, it is fun to swim in! The best spot in the house was the porch, and the host was kind enough to get us a huge umbrella so I spent many hours on the deck, in the shade, reading and watching all the hummingbirds in the marsh. The kitchen was amazing to cook in, but bring as much food as you can as the island grocery store has very slim pickings, and the farm stands had limited hours. The restaurant (calderwood) was great for family pizza dinners, and we even caught a show at the community center that featured a talented string quartet/reading of a children's book and performance. The only downside to the house was the master queen size bed was extremely mushy/soft (to some this may be comfortable, but it was tough for me to sleep in.) And the only thing missing in the house is a nightlight to help aid with nighttime trips to the 1st floor bathroom. But overall, a very special place, and a very kind and accomodating host. Thanks for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Lovely North Haven cottage!

The whole family loved our stay! The house has lots of Maine charm and is very peaceful. We love North Haven!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

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

Family travel

Lovely house with plenty of space and amenities for our family of 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Beautiful island

Very comfortable house with great deck and view of water. New, well-equipped kitchen with plenty of space for six people.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John V.

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

Excellent Four Days

We wished that there had been directions and a heads up about the parking situation. Also, window shades for privacy in the front and back bedrooms would have been appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kate B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location and house!

This was an amazing location. The property sits over a salt marsh and has a great porch. Laura is extremely responsive, gave amazing suggestions, and was all around very welcoming. Only critique is that the house could have been cleaner upon arrival, but overall good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

nate w.

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

Another amazing August

Yet another perfect week in August! Two books, 4 bbqs, and many hours on the back deck later, I can say I never wanted to leave. We cant wait ti get back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Laura Langdon

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I live in New Orleans during the winter so I feel like I have the best of both worlds. I've been going to North Haven since 1958, and my family has owned this house since 1963, I recently became the sole owner and consider this my magical place. This house is my greatest legacy to my daughter and her family.

Why they chose this property

The world has become far too plugged in and disconnected from its beauty. Going here centers and rejuvenates the soul.

What makes this property unique

Bartlett's Harbor is a unique place because of the beach cove. It is quiet, secluded, private and swim-able because of the inner cove. You won't have giant waves thrashing at you. The beach is walk-able, and the harbor is a great place to row, kayak, or windsurf. The deck off our house looks over the harbor and the saltwater marsh and sitting on that deck has brought many generations of my family great peace.

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English

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