Beautiful cottage overlooking Belfast Harbor.

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Enjoy a terrific meal overlooking the harbor

View from small upper deck, nice to wake up to!

Tranquil setting in beautiful Belfast harbor

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

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Washer
Dryer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Parking available

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Belfast, ME

Belfast Harbor
‪13 min walk‬
Northern Lights Gallery
‪14 min walk‬
Belfast City Park
‪5 min drive‬
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

2 Single Beds

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Enjoy the great Mid-Coast of Maine with all of its greatness, from sailing, lobster, state parks, hiking and quaint towns. Sit and relax and have a wonderful view of Belfast harbor from both decks. This wonderful air-conditioned 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms (each with a shower) cape code style home has been tastefully redesigned and completely furnished by award winning Janis Stone, from Interiors By Janis. The coastal home features a wrap around deck on the first level, and a smaller lookout perch from the top deck. Take a short walk over the new footbridge to downtown Belfast to shop or enjoy one of the fun-filled events this summer in the lovely and culturally cool town of Belfast or take a nice long walk on the new rail to trail. Young's Lobster Pound and Perry's are also a short walk from our home. The town of Camden is 18 miles south and Bar Harbor is 58 miles north of Belfast.

The Beauty of Belfast: Belfast is a charming coastal town that represents the best of what a Maine vacation has to offer! The small town has restaurants and shops that make it fun for the whole family. The activities at the waterfront make this a great spot to spend a week or a month. Enjoy plays, concerts, and other cultural activities. Belfast has been called a culturally cool town. There are making working artists in town and they usually have their work on display.

Please check our www. belfastmaine.org for great insight to the town and area.

Property manager

Dennis Kelleher

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Some general house rules: We love our Belfast home, so we hope our guests enjoy their stay and take good care of the property. 1. Please leave the ho

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Belfast

Located in Belfast, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Moose Point State Park and Swan Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center and Perry's Nut House. Coyote Moon and Penobscot Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Belfast, ME

What's nearby

Belfast Armistice Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Waterfall Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Belfast Harbor - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Northern Lights Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Belfast City Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

Belfast Station - 3 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
‪Bowen's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
‪Belfast Co-op - ‬15 min walk
‪Nautilus - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful cottage overlooking Belfast Harbor. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful cottage overlooking Belfast Harbor.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful cottage overlooking Belfast Harbor.?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful cottage overlooking Belfast Harbor. located?

Located in the heart of Belfast, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Belfast Armistice Bridge, Waterfall Arts and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center. Belfast Harbor and Belfast Historical Society and Museum are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

karen D.

5 Aug 2024

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

Location and charm

This was a solid 5 star, charming, and beautifully maintained property. The owner is extremely communicative, and is committed to ensuring that his guests have an enjoyable stay. One of the finest features was being close to the footbridge into Belfast. We walked in and out of town a couple of times each day.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

27 Jul 2024

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

Perfect Location

Truly enjoyed our stay. We could walk to town and close to a gas station that had everything we needed. Beautiful deck to hang out on and everything was perfect. Dennis was very easy to communicate with and also available 24-7. Had a great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeb B.

23 Oct 2022

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

Awesome Fall Stay

This was the cleanest house we have stayed at and the location was perfect

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H., Deland, FL

7 Jul 2022

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

Great location in Belfast Maine

This was a perfect location for our visit to Belfast. House was very comfortable and the owners were great to work with.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

31 Aug 2023

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

Relax and enjoy all Belfast has to offer- “the way life should be”

We had a fabulous visit the home had everything you could need for a home away from home visit! We got to enjoy walking into town- great restaurants, farmers markets and time spent with family and friends in the area!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

4 Jan 2021

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

Great trip

The house and the property were great and Dennis was very helpful.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

29 Jul 2023

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

Fun in Belfast

This is a lovely vacation home filled with everything you need including sparkling clean bath towels. Dennis, our host, was friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Overall we had a great time and really loved the footbridge walks into town.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri S.

4 Jun 2022

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

Great stay in Belfast

Beautiful home in town, walking distance to everything in Belfast via the footbridge. Home has everything you need for a relaxing week. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

14 Oct 2021

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

Beautiful place to enjoy Maine’s northern coast in Fall

Fantastic house in Belfast. Great location for enjoying the Maine coast. Short drive south to Camden/Rockport, and short drive north to Acadia NP. Dennis, the host, will take great care of you and has excellent suggestions for enjoying your trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorie M., Bal Harbour, FL

28 Nov 2021

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

Great location with a wonderful view

Cozy cottage in a great location with a wonderful view. Easy and scenic walk to downtown just over the footbridge and the nearby rail trail is great as well. Views of the working shipyard are a plus. Appointed with all the basics and great communication with the host. Expansive deck that must be extra nice in summer. Great stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

13 Oct 2022

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

Great Little House in Belfast

We are two retired couples and we had a perfect visit to Belfast. Nothing has been overlooked in this sweet property. It is super clean and cozy and equipped with everything you need in your home away from home. Great location with a lovely harbor view and the walk across the bridge into town adds to the charm. Thank you for helping make our trip to Maine memorable and convenient!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

16 Aug 2011

My colleagues and I had an excellent stay!

The accomodations were top notch, spotless and beautifully maintained. We found the house to be an excellent spot for a BBQ as well as walking distance to some great eateries (Young's Lobster Pound, Darby's, Dockside) and colorful local pubs (Rollies, Three Tides, the Lookout.) Dennis was a pleasure to deal with and I hope to do business with him again when the opportunity allows.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

5 Sept 2022

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

Super clean and tidy!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The beds were very comfortable and each bedroom had it’s own AC. I used the sound machine provided to de-energize every night. It is obvious the owner cares about your stay, as he checks in with you during your stay. Sweet spot for Mid-coast Maine vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

13 Dec 2018

Great location, nice home, very clean

Loved this home! A short walk to the foot bridge and across to downtown made this the perfect location. Views of the water from virtually every window. The home was very well appointed with everything we needed for our stay and was very clean! We plan to return in the future. The owner was very helpful and responsive to any questions. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

11 Jul 2022

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

A wonderful experience!

The location and the facility were superb. The proximity to the foot bridge and trail was a big plus allowing us to walk to downtown Belfast as well as on the nearby trail. The view of the port was fantastic day or night. The proximity to the downtown allowed us to be in the town but with a country feeling. The way the bedrooms were situated afforded us the privacy of using the second floor while our guests used the first floor bedroom/bathroom. We would definitely like to return. Dennis is a wonderful host.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

John F., Middlebury Vermont

1 Aug 2023

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

Disliked: Location

Excellent but...

Lovely home, nice walking distance from village of Belfast. However, property backs up onto US 1, which makes it very noisy a night. This should not be a problem for persons accustomed to road noise but for the rest of us it unfortunately is a problem.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William s.

13 Oct 2020

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

Fall in Maine

This was an awesome place to stay. Very clean, nice decks, over the top furnished. Besides food, it had everything you need. Everything from towels to shaving cream, shampoo to books, you couldn’t ask for more. The view were great. Location was perfect. Can visit the nice town of Belfast right across the harbor walk bridge which is right there. It is located so we drove to Nar Harbor (twice) Acadia national park and then Portland for great sites and light house. Dennis communicated through the entire process and great advise for locations all week. Great Stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Sylvia M.

17 Aug 2011

Adorable Cottage on Route 1

Clean neat and plenty of space. Kitchen fully equipped with all the little things you appreciate from home...sharp knives, hand mixer, blender etc. Deck is awesome and view of Belfast Harbor is so pretty and quaint. What I wish I knew and didn't is that the back of the house is literally on Route 1...Constant truck, truck brake and traffic noise day and the night.

8/10 Good

Jennifer M., Atlanta, GA

9 Oct 2018

Beautiful location, all the details

This is a great central location to everything up and down the coast. The house is well equipped and super clean. Sheets/beds/pillows very comfy. Loved the walk over the water into town. The ONLY drawback is that it is right on Route 1 and you can hear a lot of cars/trucks/traffic on the weekdays. It would not prevent me from booking again though- was super easy access to get to everything, including grocery store, etc. Dennis was super easy to work with and flexible on our arrival/departure time as well. Was a great trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

17 Jul 2022

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

Happy Repeat Renters!

This is the second year that my parents, daughter and I rented from Dennis, and if possible this stay was better than the first! The house was absolutely spotless and the check-in process was a breeze. The house is well furnished with ACs throughout. Where we spent our first summer exploring further out (Acadia, Castine, Rockland) this year we chose to stick closer to home to better experience what Belfast has to offer. The town has great restaurants, shops, and our favorite beer garden, all within walking distance. There’s a really nice golf course in neighboring Northport. We spent a lot of time reading, relaxing and enjoying the beautiful views from the deck of our home. I would definitely recommend Dennis and his beautiful home to anyone looking to visit the Belfast area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hank C.

3 Sept 2018

Pleasant stay at charming harborside cottage

We (myself, my wife, and 2 kids) enjoyed a wonderful stay at Dennis' cottage overlooking Belfast Harbor. The cottage's location, although near the main road, made for easy access up and down mid-coast Maine. We ranged as far south as Owl's Head and as far north as Bucksport, and were able to enjoy a number of the attractions in the area, including Fort Knox, the Penobscot Narrows Observatory, Belfast Harbor, Camden, Rockport, Rockland, and Birches Point State Park. Also, who can forget being able to walk across the footbridge, which we took advantage of almost daily to enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Dennis and Jim made our stay comfortable and quickly remedied the few issues we faced. Dennis also provided helpful suggestions for area dining venues which we took advantage of (e.g., Camden Deli and great view on 2nd floor deck). The kids didn't want to leave towards the end of the week and we would definitely look forward to returning again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Stowe S.

15 Aug 2020

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

Top Condition Cottage, Top Location, yes, there is some road noise

Dennis is a superb landlord, bending over backward for us as our plans shifted with COVID travel issues. The cottage is clean and fresh. We've stayed for many years in various rentals; sometimes the "Maine shabby chic" style is truly shabby. This cottage is of the style but not shabby - it is clean and fresh. The location can't be beat - walk to downtown, walk to Young's Lobsters, short drive to the supermarket. The wraparound deck is where we spent most our time - wonderful, and again, not worn or splintery. A super plus is the AC. Not many Maine cottages have it, and when it is hot, a cottage can retain heat and make you miserable. There is road noise in one bedroom and the bathroom, but AC and sound machine obliterate it. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

6 Sept 2011

Harbor Watch Getaway Vacation

In August ,2011 we spent a week at Harbor Watch cottage in Belfast, Maine. Being from Dallas, we were anxious to get out of the heat, relax and enjoy some local lobster. My husband and I, daughter and 13 year old grandson thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Harbor Watch. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. The owner was very accommodating and checked in with us a couple of times to see if we had everything we needed. The city of Belfast was charming, and we enjoyed walking over the footbridge into town. There were two decks overlooking Belfast Harbor and we often sat outside to enjoy the view and peaceful setting. Our favorite dinner was bringing home 2 pound lobsters from Youngs Lobster Pound and eating at the cottage. Places we enjoyed visiting were Camden, Lincolnville, Rockland and Acadia National Park. We would love to go back to Maine in the future and highly recommend Harbor Watch as an excellent place to vacation! Nancy & Jerry J, Dallas, Texas & Debbie and Thomas H, Fort Worth, Texas

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

17 Aug 2021

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

Fantastic Mid-Coast Home

Just wrapped up a great week in Belfast. Our family (me, my parents and my adult daughter) loved the area and especially the home. The location is great, close to downtown but with a remote feel. The first thing that struck us was how spotlessly clean Dennis' home was, followed by the amazing view from the oversized deck. The house was well appointed, with plenty of fluffy white towels and comfy beds. In addition to the living room, each bedroom has an air conditioner and a white noise machine, which come in helpful as the back of the house is right on Rte. 1. Don't be turned off by the proximity to the road, we barely noticed it as most of our time was spent on that amazing deck at the front of the house. The location is great, an easy jumping off point to many area attractions, including Camden (30 minutes), Bar Harbor (a little under 90 minutes) and Castine (45 minutes). The town itself is really cool, and includes a boardwalk that goes right through a working shipyard (don't miss the presidential schooner Sequoia, thanks Dennis for the tip on this!), several excellent restaurants (Darby's was our favorite) and lots of great shopping. There is also a 2.5 mile rail trail nearby. Dennis was an amazing and attentive host, offering suggestions on things to do and places to eat. I would highly recommend this rental for anyone looking to explore and enjoy the coast of Maine.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

15 Aug 2016

Wonderful find in our favorite Maine town!

An absolutely beautiful property that exceeded our expectations. We've vacationed near Belfast Maine for several years, but this was the first rental at this cottage. It is immaculate and delightfully decorated. Air conditioning was a great plus, especially during this extended hot spell we've been having in the northeast. The view was wonderful, and a few steps away was the footbridge which we had never walked over during our vacation stays elsewhere. Belfast is a great town with a great vibe. People are friendly, stores are interesting, restaurants offer variety, and since it's not right on route 1, it's a bit quieter with a hometown feel without the hustle and bustle of towns such as Camden and Rockland. They are wonderful too, but it's great to get "home" to Belfast after a day trip to other places in midcoast Maine.We like to shop in Hannaford and also in the Belfast Coop. At the location of the former Weathervane restaurant which was closed last year, we were pleased to see the Nautilus, formerly a bit further north on route 1. So glad to see this great spot occupied with a very nice restaurant! We also really like dining on the deck at Dockside; enjoying creative vegetarian food at Chase's Daily; and the delicious lobster pad thai at Seng Thai! Dennis was completely responsive to any questions we had. Can't wait to come back next year!

About the host

Hosted by Dennis Kelleher

My wife and I purchased this beautiful home several years ago, and look forward to spending a great deal of our retirement years here. We hope our guests enjoy our home as well as the town of Belfast and the surrounding areas as much as we do!

Dennis and Kerry

Why they chose this property

The property is set up nicely for either one couple to enjoy or up to six guests. The large deck, which several Adirondack chairs that face the harbor make it for a very relaxing time. The house has been decorated by award winning interior designer Janis Stone.

What makes this property unique

The house is located near the footbridge, which provides access to the Main Street and the Belfast water front. The short walk over the footbridge provides spectacular views of the harbor. On the west side of the footbridge, the new rail to trail providers walkers, runners, bike riders a peaceful venue to enjoy views of the harbor as well. Belfast is located very close to the towns of Camden, Northport, Lincolnville, Searsport. There is a beautiful maritime museum in Searsport. Moosepoint State Park is a 3 minute drive to the north, and Fort Know and the Penobscot Observatory is a 15 minute drive to the north.

The town has such a quaint feel to it. There are several restaurants to visit, some on the waterfront and a few on Main Street. All very casual and perfect for a couple or families.

We have a good collection of books and movies for our guests to enjoy during their down time.

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