Coveside Waterfront Secluded Cottage on Seal Cove

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 556 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Water view

Check out the area

South Bristol, ME

Boothbay Harbor Marina43 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor44 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens44 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

NOTE: we will refund one hundred dollars (in cash when you arrive) if you bring your own towels and linens.

People who stay with us comment on the peace and beauty of the place. Some relax on the porch and listen to the wind in the trees. Others spend their days out on walks in the area, or go for drives around the beautiful peninsulas of mid-coast Maine.

The 1962 L.C. Andrews log cabin has been remodeled with a new kitchen and additional bedroom. There is a large living room/great room for reading, talking, and relaxing. We have purposely avoided bringing in cable or TV so you can enjoy the nature around you. For those who just can't get too far away, we have wifi and even an Amazon Echo Dot. You can walk to water's edge in seconds, and put your kayaks in for a paddle around the Cove or out to the Damariscotta River.

Both bedrooms have a queen bed, closet, and bureau. The great room has two sofas, soft chairs, and a dining area for six. The bathroom has a full tub and shower.

Seal Cove is teeming with wildlife and you'll have a great view of the seals and waterfowl from the bench in front of the cabin.

Most of our guests have been returning for years (which may be why we don't have a lot of reviews!). It is a very special place.

Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, home, house, cozy, warm, secluded, water, waterfront, Seal Cove

Property manager

Gordon

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Sea view

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Rental is from Saturday to Saturday.

Bring your own towels and sheets and save $100! We will give you the refund when you arrive. BYO = $1020/week.

If you need to cancel, we will refund the entire amount of your payment as soon as the dates are booked by another guest.

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

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Bristol

Located in South Bristol, this cabin is on the waterfront. Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum. Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum and Dolphin Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

South Bristol, ME

What's nearby

Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 23 min drive
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 43 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 44 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 44 min drive
Barrett Park - 46 min drive

Getting around

Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Footbridge Brewery - 43 min drive
Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - 19 min drive
East Boothbay General Store - 46 min drive
Mama D's Mercantile - 43 min drive
Bet's Fish Fry - 40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coveside Waterfront Secluded Cottage on Seal Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

17 Sept 2023

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

We loved it!!

From the moment we walked in the door we knew it was the quintessential Maine experience that we always hope for. The cottage has a warm, cozy atmosphere and it’s furnished to perfection. The kitchen was well equipped and the open concept was perfect for family times. Outdoors, our kids loved playing on the waterfront along Seal Cove, and we loved in the evening sitting out on the lawn. We’re already looking forward to coming back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle B.

5 Aug 2023

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

Seal cove

The place is amazing, seal, view, cottage, everything is perfect! Gordon is a perfect host! Perfect for family, or just adult.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

27 Sept 2022

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

The Perfect Place

The moment we walked in the door we knew we’d rented the perfect place. Beautiful view, cozy cabin, comfortable bed and couches, caring owners…the list goes on!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth P.

9 Sept 2022

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

South Bristol Cottage

The cottage and setting were just beautiful. Very scenic, peaceful and private setting. Cottage was spacious and immaculate. We loved the seal and abundant wildlife. Gordon and Sheila were wonderful hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alec M.

3 Aug 2022

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

A perfect week in a perfect rental

This property was a true gem. Very quiet with beautiful views of Seal Cove. It is in a magnificent spot overlooking Seal Cove. Calm water for kayaks, which are available to renters. There are seals, lots of them and so much fun to watch. The house is great. Airy, comfortable, clean. Has everything you need. Gordon, the owner is the best, helpful and friendly. This area of Maine has lots to see and do. Christmas Cove down the road is a lovely place to visit. The Cove Side restaurant has good food and an amazing view! If you are looking for a getaway in Maine, look no further!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gordon

Sheila and Gordon live in Santa Barbara, California for 7 months a year, and in South Bristol for 5. Their grown daughters live in California but come to South Bristol every summer. Now they are accompanied by our four grandchildren, so three generations of our family enjoy the area.

Gordon has retired after 31 years as EVP at Yardi, a software company in Santa Barbara, CA; Sheila is an artist who sells her work in Damariscotta, just a few miles from the cabin.

We've been married since 1976, have been living in the same house since 1979, and have had the property in Maine (next door to the cabin) since 1991. While change is good, good things don't have to change.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the South Bristol area quite by accident. We were on our way home from a vacation on North Haven Island when we turned off Hwy 1 at Damariscotta. Three months later we owned the property on Pine Bluff Lane and have spent some time there every summer.

What makes this property unique

What we love most about the area is that it provides peace and quiet when you want it, and yet there is plenty to do all around. Whether hiking (or walking on the trails nearby), fishing, boating, kayaking, or shopping and visiting the many restaurants nearby, there's something for everyone.

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