Ocean Front Cottage with Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets

Matinicus, Maine
$610 avg/night
Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

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. Penobscot Island Air located at Knox County Airport in Owls Head, Maine runs a flying service and a boat taxi service for transportation to Matinicus Island. Contact them for information and scheduling.

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

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Toilet Paper
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • susan h.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    After being a guest at this property,I would find it impossible to stay anywhere else.

  • Seann I.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    This is our second time staying here and it's just perfect for our family. There's plenty of room, it's very comfortable, and the view can't be beat. The Libby's are great hosts. We're looking forward to our next trip!

  • Catherine L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    We came to Matinicus for a family burial and the spacious cottage was perfect for all of the different family members that arrived and departed at different times. We enjoyed our walks to the beach and the beautiful view from the front porch. We purchased lobster from the local fishermen, and had a great family dinner on the picnic table. Eva's (the local baker) blueberry coffee cake was the best.

  • MichelleandRicha....

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    We loved getting away from it all and decompressing with our family. The location is stunning and we were so comfortable there. Kim and John the owners are so kind and helpful always

  • Craig M.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    We had an amazing time getting away from it all on Matinicus Island. As is typical for island adventures, ours did not begin completely as planned, but our wonderful hosts were very helpful with coordinating transportation. What a gorgeous property with amazing sunsets and a private beach! Our family enjoyed a peaceful and fun week on the island, hiking, swimming, playing games, and meeting many friendly locals.

  • Mary Ann C.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2023

    Stayed Sep 1, 2023

    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!!!!

  • David B.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2023

    Stayed Aug 19, 2023

    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.

  • Matt H.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2023

    Stayed Jul 22, 2023

    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

  • Mitchell J.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2023

    Stayed Jul 1, 2023

    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!

  • Earle D.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2023

    Stayed Jul 15, 2023

    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!

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$610+
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