Oceanfront 1980's Contemporary . Serene. Pet friendly. Private beach. Sleeps 4.

Surry, Maine
$600 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

As Sept 23 renter says Glory Be is glorious indeed. We took full advantage of it. Swimming, kayaking, and hiking every day. Right from the house. Location is prime. This spot is 8 miles down a 9 mile road, nestled on the bank of Union River Bay which overlooks the mountains of Acadia National Park. Newbury Neck is the primo spot for biking, and serenity. Lots are huge and owned by just a few families. There is little traffic since the peninsula dead ends in 1.25 miles. New beach steps attached to a boardwalk, built spring 2025. Given the deep water frontage you may have your friends visit, anchor in the bay, sail in and sail out. Open ocean is just to the south. Glory Be is an authentic contemporary style house built in the 1980's with a 1200 sq ft wrap around deck, a long private drive flanked by blueberry fields and protected by nature conservancy land, with woods to the north and panoramic ocean views to the east. We have high speed WIFI but do not offer TV. We have loads of books. Across Union River Bay are the mountains of Acadia, one of America's most visited US National Parks - an easy 50-60 minute drive to parts of the park and Bar Harbor, and other scenic sites of Mount Desert Island. Also discover the nearby Blue Hill Peninsula, Deer Isle, Stonington. Great restaurants, coffee/wine shops, art galleries, hiking, boutiques, cultural and musical venues abound.
Updates on Property: New beach steps 2025. New mattresses 2023 for both queen beds. Deck repainted May 2023. New water heater and tank 2025.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1640 Sq Ft (152 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Swimming Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Playground Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Sarah F.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2025

    Stayed Oct 5, 2025

    We absolutely loved this property! My Mom and I came here to see fall colors and eat lobster, top of her bucket list! I’m so glad we did and that we chose this property. It felt like home as soon as we walked in. was very spacious outside, lots of room for our pups to run and play, we loved the well equipped kitchen, and spacious living room with drop dead views. We woke up to beautiful sunrises every morning, and the fall foliage was at its peak. Just gorgeous! It was very refreshing to be able to open the sliding glass doors and just have the screen closed to get fresh air flow through the house. No AC required! We don’t miss not having a tv at all, in fact, it was really nice! Who needs it when you have so much to do and see here! The pathway and stairs down to the rock beach was so nice, and the views just amazing. we went down every day and explored the beautiful rocks and coastline, which our pups enjoyed also! We enjoyed the fireplace very night we were there. My Mom and I both slept so good! The beds were very comfortable, and showers had good water pressure. Everything was nice and clean! I can’t wait to come back!!

  • Debra D.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 5, 2025

    This is a beautiful home overlooking serene waters. Communication with the host was impeccable. The kitchen and house amenities were fantastic, with everything we needed. We loved the home decor and the amazing views from the picture windows.The location was pristine, with nearby access to a wide variety of activities. We tried many of Dee’s suggestions, from restaurants to activities, and all were a great hit with my family! It was an easy day trip to Acadia National Park, and our location was far enough away from the congestion of the popular tourist area that we could get back home and enjoy the peace and quiet! Thank you for helping us have an amazing vacation!

  • david k.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    The property is amazingly beautiful. Sitting on the huge front deck, a portion of which offers protection from sun and rain, allows you to look out at the vast ocean waters interrupted by the rising mountains of Acadia. The house has everything you may need and is certainly very comfortable. A special thanks to Dee, the property manager! Dee was very helpful, responsive and informative.

  • Jane D.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Highly recommend for your Maine stay! House is equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable visit. We would never have left the beautiful deck (those views!) if lobster, hikes and the beach hadn’t beckoned!! Thanks so much Dee for everything.

  • diane m.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Clean, waterfront home down a private rural lane. Loved standing on the covered front deck looking out over the sparkling water. Exceptionally well-equipped kitchen. Good communication from manager who’s nearby. Recommend replacing LR sofas & front-deck furniture - clean but so uncomfortable.

  • Ria D.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    We had the ultimate fall experience . Glory Be located on the most charming pretty peninsula with colorful fall foliage and located on gorgeous Atlantic shore. I can honestly say 1 have never stayed in a more peaceful location ever. Our host Dee gave us perfect tips where to dine and hike and bike etc. Loved every minute

  • Nancy T.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Glory Be offers a comfy stay with a very pretty view of Union Bay. The kitchen was outfitted with high quality pots and pans, utensils, plates, glasses, mugs, etc., so we had everything we could have possibly needed and then some. The house was clean and the beds were comfortable, and the deck was a relaxing place for morning coffee and listening to the birds. Communication with Dee was excellent. Thank you!

  • Corinne D.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 28, 2024

    My husband and I and our 9 yr. old Labrador spent a wonderful 10 days at 'Glory Be'. Disregard the dated furnishings and focus on the open living area with sliders overlooking both open fields and the Bay from inside and out! So helpful that the deck is dog-safe. (Hopefully the steps to the water directly from the property will be repaired for the next season.) We would definitely consider returning.

  • Laura S.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    We had a fantastic time at this place! The house was extremely well stocked and had everything we needed. Dee was fantastic about all communication. The views can’t be beat! We loved going on morning walks with our pup and bringing her down to the water. Our only small note was that we weren’t aware that we didn’t have direct beach access at the time we booked. It was easy enough to access from next door though. We loved everything about our visit and hope to come back!

  • Donald W.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    The home was clean, comfortable and complete built to avail itself to every spectacular view Maine could offer. We enjoyed incredible views of the moon shining off the water in evening and beautiful sun rises in the morning.the property manager Dee was a super and resourceful hostess always available when you called upon her. I'd highly recommend Glory Be as a wonderful place to unwind and re-energize for your next Maine vacation!

  • Alison F.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    We loved our stay here - the view onto the water from the deck is spectacular! We set up our badminton net in the backyard and enjoyed a lot of fun on the grounds. We also set out exploring all of the great communities, beaches and lobster shacks in the region. This is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some quiet but also the perfect spot from which to take day trips to enjoy the region.

  • Kelly W.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    A pet-friendly house, a well-supplied kitchen and a huge deck to maximize the beautiful views of the bay and Acadia. We found ourselves driving to Acadia most days, but there’s plenty to do in nearby Blue Hill. We wish we had known that the property’s private beach was inaccessible because of storm damage this winter - otherwise our stay was perfect.

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$600+
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