House in Islesboro, ME

Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

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Red House Barn
Red House Barn (rental)
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Overview of Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Sea view
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

Islesboro, ME
  • Popular LocationWarren Island State Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLincolnville Beach27 min drive
  • AirportRockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)60 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaine Maritime Academy109 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

The Red House was a farmhouse for a working farm from the late 1800s until the mid-1900s. Miss Grace, the daughter of the founder of WR Grace- a specialty building supply company- bought the 100-acre point of land where the Red House now is. Miss Grace built a large summer house on the point and a red farmhouse at the beginning of the peninsula to supply her and those who worked for her with their food and flowers.

The Red House barn used to house the beef and milk cows, the sheep, and the hay and corn silage for the animals. The chicken coop was (and still is) behind the farmhouse. The vegetable garden was (and still is) in front of the farmhouse. The farm supplied Miss Grace, her house and garden “help” and the crew of her 100-foot yacht with fresh milk, butter, eggs, and vegetables daily and freshly-butchered chickens 2 or 3 times a week.

The Red House Barn was made into the beautiful apartment that it is now in 1984. It looks out over the field that used to pasture the animals to Seal Cove where Big Tree Beach and Boating offers any age sailing and navigation instruction and a wonderful beach for swimming.

Behind the Red House, there is a short walking trail to the shore which faces west- an ideal spot for picnics and sunset-watching.

This is an idyllic serene spot, a bird-watcher, and nature-lovers paradise. There are also opportunities to sail, hike, play tennis or pickleball, eat ice cream, and explore the island culture and beauties.

Sorry, no pets.

Keywords: Beautifully renovated rental barn, attached to owner 1880s farmhouse.

Property manager

Laine Alexander and Jon Kerr
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Sea view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Islesboro

Located in Islesboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Schoolhouse Museum and Camden Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Camden Public Library and Curtis Island Light. Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Coyote Moon are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Warren Island State Park - 5 min drive
  • Lincolnville Beach - 27 min drive
  • Camden Hills State Park - 36 min drive
  • Belfast Harbor - 54 min drive
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 109 min drive

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 48 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beach Store - 36 min drive
  • Mclaughlin's Lobster Shack - 35 min drive
  • Whale's Tooth Pub - 36 min drive
  • Green Tree Coffee & Tea - 36 min drive
  • Copper Pine Cafe - 38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. located?

This Islesboro holiday home is on the beach, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Warren Island State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lincolnville Beach and Lincolnville Ferry Terminal. Schoolhouse Museum and Windsor Chairmakers are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Excellent spot for our young family of four. We hit up the beaches, playgrounds, and local stores (often). We really lucked out with the weather and enjoyed the water access from the property both at low and high tide (tide dependent but not a concern of the kids). Our hosts were great and the kids enjoyed picking some fresh vegetables from the garden...and blueberries from one of the preserves (perfect for pancakes). Thanks! Aaron & Mary
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature's Beauty and Relaxation
Our stay on the island of Islesboro, was wonderful - from our gracious hosts welcoming us and showing us around the property, even sharing some blueberries that they had freshly picked, to the beauty of the property itself. The flower gardens, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, massive white birch and fir trees, and the private coastline of the property made it very special. The Red Barn had a comfortable bed, large living area and kitchen with all the amenities and at night (in July) you could sleep comfortably with the cool breeze coming in the open windows. If you want to venture off the island for awhile, you can catch the ferry to the mainland. Just be mindful that the last ferry leaves for Islesboro at 5:00 pm and you might want to be in line for the 4:00 pm ferry just to make sure that if you miss making the 4:00 ferry, that you will be on the 5:00 one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and serene
Great interior space, exquisite gardens. Penobscot Bay view and short walk to beach on other side of point. Great hosts, helpful and responsive, property was clean and well-equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Sebastian T., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb stay on the Island
My stay with friends was amazing and more. The house and the environment around it provided the solitude, tranquility and at the same time adventure we were looking for. Laine and Jon were absolutely amazing as hosts and they didn't hesitate to help us out and answer questions. Overall we look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Lad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Island Stay
This place was everything we were looking for: it's a warm, comfortable farmhouse in an extraordinary, peaceful setting; there are wonderful hiking trails nearby; and the hosts are generous and helpful in every possible way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laine Alexander and Jon Kerr

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Laine is a bird and nature-lover and the former owner of an organic food company- Fiddlers Green Farm- Jon is a bird and nature-lover who taught advanced environmental science at the Islesboro Central School and plays the guitar and banjo.
Both love Islesboro, and their home at the Red House. They spend loving energy working on their gardens and the woodland around it.

Why they chose this property

We have loved and been connected to Islesboro through friends and family for our whole life.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy the quiet, the Penobscot Bay (one of the Maine coast's most magical spots), the birds, exploring the many hiking trails on the island, experiencing the sailing opportunities, being part of the island culture.
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