House in Sorrento, ME

Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin

Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin

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Collins's vacation cottage
View from road
View of cottage from road
View from garden
Living room looking toward dining area

Overview of Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Sorrento, ME
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)38 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center52 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green56 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching56 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Sleeping Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin

Looking for a quiet vacation place to rent early summer or fall? We have the perfect place for you-- our family vacation cottage on the beautiful Maine coast. The cottage is located in Sorrento, Maine, a small lobstering village that sits on a peninsula on Frenchman’s Bay and looks across to the mountains of Acadia National Park that rise out of the sea.

Sorrento is located in Maine’s storied “Down East,” 13 miles west of the small city of Ellsworth and 25 miles from Bangor—about an 8-9 hour drive from the New York metro region or five hours from Boston--just far enough to get away from smog, noise and congestion and close enough to nature to hear the cries of gulls and loons, to sight bald eagles, osprey, foxes.

Still a bargain on the Maine coast, the cottage sleeps up to 8 people—two bedrooms containing two queen beds, a bunk room with two bunk beds, and two additional twin beds in the loft. It has two full baths, living and dining areas, kitchen with dishwasher, a deck overlooking the bay, a fireplace, and a wood stove for Spring and Fall. The house DOES NOT have central heat. Our wood-burning stove is excellent and can efficiently heat the entire house on chilly days. There is plenty of wood in the basement, along with a washer and dryer. The house is fully furnished, including a library and linens - all surrounded by trees and the bay.

Across the bay and a 40-minute drive is Mt. Desert Island, home to the jewel of our national park system, Acadia National Park, with its great hiking trails and a view of mountains, islands, and sea from every summit. Also located on MDI is the resort town of Bar Harbor with its myriad tourist attractions like whale watch tours, plays, concerts, restaurants, etc. Nearer still is Schoodic Peninsula, another part of Acadia National Park.

Don’t count out the early summer or fall. These are quieter times for those who crave a real rest and with global warming heating up the planet these times are becoming more desirable.

We rent from Saturday to Saturday on a weekly basis.

Property manager

Jay Douglas

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs must be well trained. No cats.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our floors are soft pine, so we ask our renters to be careful about scratching or dropping sharp objects on the floor.
This is our family's vacation cottage. We ask you to treat it as you would your own home. No loud noises or drunken parties.

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sorrento

Located in Sorrento, this cottage is next to a golf course and by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Seacoast Fun Park and Wild Acadia Fun Park are also worth visiting. Sailing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 52 min drive
  • Village Green - 56 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 56 min drive
  • Shore Path - 56 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 66 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Reading Room - 56 min drive
  • Stewman's Downtown - 55 min drive
  • Fish House Grill - 56 min drive
  • Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - 48 min drive
  • The Chart Room - 50 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beautiful Maine Coast Vacation Cabin located?

Situated in Sorrento, this golf cottage is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Sullivan Harbor Farm and within 12 miles (20 km) of Tidal Falls and Tunk Lake. Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Schoodic Mountain are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.6/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
A very comfortable house and quiet town. And Jay was really responsive to the questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine
We had a great stay at the cottage. It was clean and had everything needed to feel at home for the week. The location was convenient to the Schoodic peninsula. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sorrento is wonderful & house is excellent but renters note it is on a bluff, no direct water access
Sorrento itself is a unique Maine village that feels that the real Maine experience - many amenities including pool, trails, tennis courts, and more. The village is walkable from the house. The house is quite nice and comfy. I like that it is open and airy but there are a few details that renters should be aware of before renting this property. 1) The pictures can be misinterpreted to look like the lawn is right on the water. The house is in the trees on a bluff that is 10-15ft off the water. There is no way to launch kayaks or paddleboards directly from the property (which I missed from description). You can launch at the public launch in town (but must drive). There is a beach access just down the street but it is privately owned and I was told by homeowner that I was not allowed to launch my kayak there. They seem to be okay with people walking along the water there thankfully. 2) The house is in the forest / trees - so views are through trees and it was pretty buggy in early June and made use of the nice deck tough. I should note it had been rainy but we had stayed previous week on water in Corea and didn't struggle with mosquitos as much. On the other hand, the walks from the house on the road are beautiful and there are a ton of trails you can use. 3) The downside of the open wood construction and lack of insulation is that sound carries through the house very easily. If you have teenagers who stay up late, you'll hear them talk in the bedrooms and sound of people going in and out of bathroom communicates through the house. If you have light sleepers, it's something to be aware. These items noted, we really enjoyed the house and our stay. An unadvertised bonus was that there is a REALLY nice big work desk on second floor with views to water for those who have to work remote and fast internet. The décor reflected the artists ownership with some works by family members. The combo of wood stove and open fireplace made for cozy nights and mornings. It's a fantastic stove (recent model Jotul!) and will easily heat the whole house. We had a snafu with check-in where the check-in time had been changed to 2 hours later but, since we rented before that change, our instructions didn't reflect the later time. That's the fault of VRBO, not the owners. That said, house wasn't ready by the new check-in time and left us in awkward spot. Of course, everyone is dealing with staffing shortages so am sympathetic.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

5/5 Excellent

Alisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
The house had almost everything we wanted. Well stocked and comfortable. The only thing I was disappointed about was the water access. There is no dock and the water access is a very short walk down the road to a public beach. Overall, a great house and we had a great time in Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

5/5 Excellent

Glenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest and rejuvenation
I’ve been coming to Oak Bluff since 2004. Each year it feels like coming home. The area is the right mix of things to do with a home base that offers everything I need to relax. I’ve looked for places with the same blend and haven’t found them. So I’ll be back next year.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jay Douglas

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One of us is a retired university professor and the other a retired clergyman. We are both still active in our retirement. We have two daughters--a doctor and a college professor-- and five wonderful grandchildren for whom this cottage in Sorrento is a treasure.

Why they chose this property

We first discovered Sorrento when some friends who had a cottage there invited us to visit them when our older daughter was just six years old. We immediately fell in love with the area and rented for many years before we were able to purchase this property and build our own cottage. Many families come back to Sorrento summer after summer making it a unique, multigenerational community.

What makes this property unique

Year-round residents share this beautiful peninsula with its magnificent views with seasonal residents and renters, with foxes and bald eagles and osprey and cormorants and loons. The peninsula is located between two sections of Acadia National Park that are easily accessible by car. The surrounding area abounds with local crafters and artists and during the summer months there is an abundance of concerts, plays, etc. The nearest town of any size is Ellsworth, about 13 miles away, a lovely old Maine town with great antique and gift shops as well as supermarkets and gas stations. Frenchman's Bay, on which Sorrento is located, is an ideal place for sailing. The bay is dotted with islands and looks across to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. During the summer months for an extra fee renters can buy into additional amenities from the Village Improvement Association (VIA) that include access to a saltwater pool, tennis courts, a golf course, and organized activities for children. Information about the VIA can be found at: In the early summer and fall months, the area is quite peaceful and quiet--the perfect place for a retreat, a sabbatical, or a family reunion.

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English
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