House in Matinicus, ME

Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets

Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets

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Cottage front with porch with ocean views to the west for beautiful sunsets
Property grounds
Steps down to the shore
Exterior
Property grounds

Overview of Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets

Reviews
5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check out the area

Matinicus, ME
  • Popular LocationMarkey Beach11 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets

This seaside cottage is located on the very private west side of Matinicus Island. It has spectacular 180 degree ocean front views, beautiful sunsets and access to the shore with a great pebble beach. It was built to replicate a 1940s cottage and has a large front porch with comfortable Adirondack chairs, a hammock swing and lots of room for outside relaxation and ocean viewing. It will easily sleep 10-12 people and has plenty of space to share with extended family and friends. The cottage has a warm and cozy feel with hard wood floors, beamed ceilings and a propane stove fireplace. The main level has an inviting reading nook and a back room that doubles as a bedroom or den as well as a kitchen, dining area, laundry, full bath and deck with outdoor shower. The second floor has a full bath and four comfortable bedrooms including the master which overlooks the ocean to the west.

Matinicus is located 23 miles from Rockland, Maine in Penobscot Bay. The island is a wonderful place to get away from it all, a place for relaxation and exploration and hiking. There are no paved roads and everything is within walking distance since the island is only one mile wide by two miles long. Matinicus is also a natural bird sanctuary with hiking trails through spruce forests that lead to the shore. The beautiful ocean vistas are astounding.

Matinicus has two beautiful public sand beaches that are wonderful for swimming and collecting shells. The island is a working fishing community, not a tourist island, although visitors are always welcome. You can buy live lobster from the local fishermen and fresh baked bread and sweets from a resident baker. There is a small artisan's shop and art gallery to visit and the island residents host a local crafts fair once a week during July and August.

Getting to the island is part of the adventure with George Tarkleson of Matinicus Excursions. He runs his boat taxi from Rockland to Matinicus almost every day during the summer. Flying is also a great option with Penobscot Island Air out of Knox County Airport in Owls Head, Maine.

Please refer to our Lease Agreement which includes additional information including links for travel options to the Island.

If this is your first time to Matinicus Island, we recommend that you book for one full week. Once you are settled in you won't want to leave! Rental weeks in July and August are from Saturday to Saturday only.

Keywords: Cottage, Oceanside, Family get-away

Property manager

John and Kim

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Ocean view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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 agreement and the additional information attached to it must be read and accepted before requesting a booking.

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Matinicus

Located in Matinicus, this cottage is on the beach. Tenants Harbor Marina and Owls Head State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Markey Beach and Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Traveling with kids? Consider Coastal Children's Museum and Sail Power and Steam Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Markey Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 153 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets located?

This Matinicus cottage is on the beach, 1.3 mi (2 km) from Markey Beach, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Sandy Beach and Samoset Resort Golf Course. Buoy Park and Rockland Harbor Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Counting the days til our return
The house alone would be amazing no matter where it was located - it is simply beautiful and designed for enhancing family time with it's open, flowing lay out. Perhaps the best feature though is the magnificent porch!! It is the perfect place for enjoying a morning cup of coffee, watching the sunsets or curling up with a book while listening to the waves roll the pebbles back and forth on the beach below. The fact that this home is on such a beautiful and magical island makes it a place we dream of returning to for years and years to come. Then there are the Libbys - who are the perfect hosts. It's a perfect package!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always the best
This is our fourth summer on Matinicus. It's not for everyone. You have to bring all of your own food and prepare your own meals. Other than lobsters and a local bakery there are no other stores. If you're looking for solitude and beauty this is the place. Water is cold and clear.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Mitchell J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing week rain and shine
We had a great week on Matinicus yet again the Libby’s are great hosts although the weather didn’t cooperate for the first part of the week we still found plenty to do around the island and in the cottage with the ample supply of books puzzles and games. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
We had such a lovely time at Kim and John's Cottage. There were 9 of us and the space easily accommodated us. Kim and John were lovely hosts and helped with pickup and drop off at the ferry. It had been over 35 years since we had been to Matinicus and our time there did not disappoint. This is truly a special place. Matt and Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Earle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away with the family and from the world
My family - Daughters and their Family and I visit every other year and love the week letting the grandkids play outside all day. Weather wasn't the greatest this week but we still loved it. The Libby's are great hosts! Very accommodating!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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