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A Beachfront Cottage for Two!

A Beachfront Cottage for Two!

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The Sweet Pea Cottage
Unit 2
Sandy River Beach
Jonesport, ME
The Sweet Pea
Unit 2
Nestled within spruce and sweet peas, your front row seat to Sandy River Beach.
Property grounds
Back side (view when you arrive) of Sweet Pea.

Overview of A Beachfront Cottage for Two!

10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Jonesport, ME
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A Beachfront Cottage for Two!

Welcome artists, nature lovers and those seeking solitude!

In the quaint fishing village of Jonesport Maine, there lies one of the only white sand beaches in Downeast Maine, Sandy River Beach. In this eclectic, somewhat primitive cottage, you can witness the most beautiful sunrises on one of the most eastern points of the United States, you can listen to the seagulls cry and the squeal of laughter on the beach. You can also enjoy the late afternoon summer sun as you enjoy your cocktail while your toes are in the sand. And you can fall asleep in the evening listening to the surf and feeling the rhythm of its heart.

The Sweet Pea cottage is a 1 bedroom, 3/4 bath oceanfront retreat. You will be as cozy as two peas in a pod!
Simple amenities include gas stove/oven and space heater, fridge, toaster, microwave, coffee maker, small screen for DVD player, picnic table and WIFI. The bedroom has a queen size bed. Bathroom has shower stall...a longer shower proves you may have a very refreshing cool finish! There are a few board games to play and rocking chairs to read in.

The Sweet Pea is nestled between spruce trees and has its own beach access through the sweet peas and dune grass. The white sand greets you 20' feet from your door. Simple pleasures abound for the artist, the writer/reader or anyone who wants to escape the chaos of everyday life and enjoy the reflective and refreshing Downeast environment.

You may visit the local lobster wharfs for your dinner or visit Beals Island for your steamers and mussels. The sweet crabmeat is my favorite!

On days off the beach you may enjoy the Downeast Institute of Marine Biology, hike the trails of the Nature Conservancy of Great Wass Island, kayak to neighboring islands to observe bald eagles, loons and seals, and within an hour you can visit Bar Harbor or the most eastern point of the United States. You can even bring your fishing gear and golf clubs, catch a theatrical performance at the University of Maine in Machias or listen to visiting musicians perform in the Peabody Memorial Library.

Jonesport, America (the only Jonesport in America!) is a small fishing village which includes a grocery, two convenience stores/gas stations, two full service banks, multiple churches, medical center, gift shops, a take out and pizza shop, hardware, lumber yard, marina and campground.


The Sweet Pea Cottage continues to be 'improved' every year.
2019 includes are a drilled well, improved driveway.
2020 a new roof and updates in bedroom and bath.
Owners are often next door for any needed assistance.

Please come share the unique experience of beach living with us!
It is simple, quiet and simply beautiful!

Property manager

Mark and Dawn Bechtold
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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Sea view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Best for two adults. One bedroom/One queen bed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*An additional fee of $50 per night for each additional guest above the maximum number allowed. This charge will be added to your account.
Please no visitors with animals. An additional cleaning fee of $100 will be charged to your account.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jonesport

Located in Jonesport, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Roque Bluffs State Park and Bad Little Falls Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jonesport Pizza Shop - 6 min drive
  • Bayview Takeout - 9 min drive
  • Whitehouse Restaurant - 16 min drive
  • Atlantic Shellfish - 11 min drive
  • Hopkins Point Lobster - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Beachfront Cottage for Two! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Beachfront Cottage for Two!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beachfront Cottage for Two!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A Beachfront Cottage for Two! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jonesport cottage is within 20 mi (32 km) of Roque Bluffs State Park, Rogue Bluffs Beach and Bad Little Falls Park. Jasper Beach and Ray Point are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little slice of heaven
Mark & Dawn are so kind and sweet. They added just enough of a personal touch to make our time at their cabin extra special. We are looking forward to our return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Little Sweat Pea
We had a lovely weekend stay in Jonesport- beautiful location and wonderful hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa and Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy river beach!
Such an incredible location! Feet from a sandy beach, unheard of in down east Maine! Hearing waves break All night was wonderful. The little camp is well kept with everything you need! Peace and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and serenity away from it all
We seek peace and quiet away from touristy places where we can take in all that nature has to offer in Downeast Maine. The Sweetpea gives us that and more. Simplicity of living to break away from the busyness of everyday life. We consider the cottage our home away from home. Dawn and Mark make us feel so at home we return year after year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th Year in a row
This awesome spot clicks all the right boxes. Wonderful host, perfect setting. Cottage is perfect for 2 people. Perfect weather made this vacation the best! AB
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Dawn Bechtold

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Mark and Dawn Bechtold are recently retired and hail from the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Dr. Mark is an organizational psychologist and singer/songwriter. Dawn is an educator and visual artist.
We are recently retired and have lived and worked abroad. We enjoy a quiet life with our interests in outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, gardening and farming. We enjoy our time on the beach with friends, music and good food.

Why they chose this property

This unique property has been in the family for three generations. We have three little Downeast beachfront cottages that were built around 1930; The Maine Rose, The Sweet Pea and the third, the Shanty where we stay. The cottages were renovated in the late 60's and were gently used by family for over 50 years. Solid construction, cathedral ceilings and eclectic decor adds character. The Sweet Pea cottage represents a simple life style on a beautiful white sandy beach. Come tickle your toes in the sand!

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