Take in the breathtaking views at our popular oceanside cottage with large deck.

Gouldsboro, Maine
$496 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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Dancing Tides is an oceanfront property in quaint Gouldsboro, Maine: Nestled in a wooded property with full ocean view. Equipped with an inviting private deck overlooking the ocean, you and your family are certain to enjoy! You don't want to miss out on this beautiful location!

Dancing Tides is a perfect spot for a couple's retreat, a small group of friends, or small family to get back to their roots and enjoy a serene and intimately Maine atmosphere. The large deck provides ample room for relaxation and elevated views of the ocean and Maine wildlife.

Dancing Tides has a rustic esthetic with modern amenities and has an open concept living space that is perfect for reconnecting. Set back in the woods, tucked along the coast, you will love the property and area surrounding this lovely cottage.

Conveniently located near Schoodic Peninsula (part of Acadia National Park), the small harbor towns of Corea, and Winter Harbor with its local shops and ferry to Bar Harbor (approximately 45 min). Many local artist studios and galleries are present in the area. Hiking and biking trails are abundant.

*Fireplace not currently usable.*

Each of our renters have the opportunity to utilize our unique relationship with 3 local professionals who are willing to come to the rental property for your booking.

Chef Daron Goldstein of Provender Kitchen + Bar – providing elevated cuisine in the form of catering services or daily meal service.
Provender Kitchen + Bar
112 Main Street
Ellsworth, ME 04605
https://www.eatprovender.com/

Meredith Whitney LMT – providing indoor and outdoor massage therapy for groups or individuals.
www.meredithwhitneylmt.com
Instagram: @meredithwhitneylmt

Gina Morra – personalized, private, on location Yoga Sessions by 500 hour certified and insured Yoga instructor.
https://ginamorrayoga.weebly.com/
Instagram: @ahomesteadingyogi

The Bud Connection
Flowers and Fine Chocolates
https://www.thebudconnection.com
https://www.facebook.com/TheBudConnection
bbridges31@aol.com
(207) 667-9595

Please send a message to VRBO host for more information!

Schoodic Peninsula 3 miles, approx. 10 min

Bar Harbor 43 miles, approx. 1 hr

Ferry to Bar Harbor: 88 Sargent Street, Winter Harbor, ME (10 minutes from property and an approx. 45 min ferry ride to MDI)

Ellsworth 27 miles, approx. 43 min

Bangor 55 miles, approx. 1 hr 17 min

Additional cleaning fee for stays 10 days and over.

Hosted and managed by Coastal Posh Property Management.

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    2 Bedrooms
  • KITCHEN

    Oven Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Ross L.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    The perfect escape and nice to be away from the bustle in the Bar Harbor area. Sunrise late September spot on. We could have stayed longer and we’ll be back to Schoodic Peninsula.

  • Deborah S.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    Dancing Tides is a lovely cottage in a great location. Terrfic waterfront views from the deck and very close to the beautiful Schoodic peninsula. Home is well appointed and commfortable. The only negative are minor things like not enough paper products and welcome manual lacked any basic info such as location of living room thermostat (in tv cabinet!), and where to dispose of garbage outdoors. Some thermostats did not work and heated towel bar in master suite non functional. Including some basics like location of nearest grocery store would also be helpful. These are minor issues and hopefully an easy fix. I would recommend staying at Dancing Tides.

  • Laura B.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Great place in a beautiful location!

  • Lynn A.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Relaxing. Watched the eagles and the lobster boats. Our family enjoyed our stay.

  • Darlene C.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    The cottage is set up great. All one floor and having a washer/dryer is SO convenient! The location is exceptional with beautiful water views and it is very quiet. We had a bald eagle visit on two of the days and we saw a seal and a porpoise. Lots of water birds and deer. The cottage is close to very good restaurants i.e. The Treehouse, Ironbound, and J.R. Gerrish...

  • David R.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Perfect secluded oceanfront location.The accommodations were very comfortable and the kitchen was very well equipped.

  • Amy S.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    Right on the water as advertised with a lovely view. Woke every morning to the sound of lobster boats and waves hitting the rocks. Very peaceful. Enjoyed being so close to Schoodic and taking the ferry from Winter Harbor to Bar Harbor. Love this quiet part of Maine. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

  • Tracy B.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    We checked in at night and it was raining ! We so wanted to see the view ! The next morning my parents woke up to see the sun rise and it was absolutely gorgeous.They came and got me saying look at this view we are right on the water .My mom said the pics do not give this place justice.I chose this place to celebrate my parents both turning 75 this year.The communication was very good they fixed the TV and let us know that their was no air.The no air wasn’t to bad at night with windows open .The house is decorated so nicely but the view is out of this world !!!

  • Tamera C.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Extraordinary spot on the ocean with beautiful sunrises with a secluded feeling. Great for treasure hunting and sitting in the deck. Loved the kitchen, deck, and location. Lack of shower in master bathroom and flow of tiny space in bedroom and bathrooms seems main place for improvement. Maybe shelves instead of the big hutch. The claw foot tub is cool aesthetic but lack of shower curtain around it left only one shower for three people in the morning. Everything else was amazing so enjoyable!!

  • Linda D.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    Great location! Great house!

  • Susan K.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    I came here with my 3 kids (in their 20’s)Sitting on the porch in the morning and at night was absolutely dreamy. Very quaint home. Plenty of restaurants nearby. We came for hiking and we were not disappointed.

  • Mark K.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Only thing missing was the telescope but replaced with binoculars. The rest was as shown in the picture. Really a wonderful place to escape and relax just as we wanted it to be. Only suggestion would be to place a fire pit on the deck since the fireplace isn't working.

  • Michael S.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    We loved our short stay. The place is what we were looking for. Ashley is wonderful to work with. (Coastal Posh). We will definitely rent again. We Love Maine. Michael and Robin

  • Brian B.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2025

    Stayed Apr 24, 2025

    Set back on a private dirt road the setting was perfect. The property was within 50ft of the ocean with spectacular views. The sound of the waves was relaxing no matter what time of day it was. The cottage itself was very cozy, well maintained and had all the necessities we needed for our getaway. Thank you!!!

  • Laurie S.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    We did a quick getaway for my husband's birthday. I couldn't have picked a better place to relax and unwind. If you love the beauty of Maine's Rocky Coast, you just need to step off the back deck. Make sure to bring supplies because Downeast Maine is NOT the big city. Love, love, love it!

  • Joy S.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    Absolutely beautiful from the view to the accommodations. Fully stocked. Even coffee.

  • Darlene C.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    We loved so many things about the cottage. Overall it was easy to use i.e. the washer/dryer are always appreciated and just the flow of the cottage worked really well. We are older so its being on one level was great and the views are stunning! It's close to great sight seeing and awesome restaurants. Being able to take the ferry over to Bar Harbor was a plus too!

  • Suzanne E.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    Quiet and comfortable with gorgeous bay views. Eagles, hummingbirds, the occasional deer. Dark enough for exceptional star gazing and glimpses of the milky way. We hope to return.

  • Audra N.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    Beautiful and peaceful property

  • William C.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 1, 2024

    We loved our stay. It was everything and more for us. Thank you for welcoming us to your home. We want to come back!

  • David P.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    The view from here of the ocean is incredible. The waves are amazing here and it was a great pleasure relaxing and cooking here. The kitchen has everything one needs. It is a remote area which we loved because we couldn't see the neighbors. . The bedrooms were on the smaller side but we like being cozy. There is plenty of room in the living room and outside for people to congregate. A part of Arcadia National Park is 3.5 miles away on the Schoodic Peninsula from the house.

  • Susan D.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    The house is adorable! We enjoyed the view from the back patio: the lobster boats would move in and out of the harbor and pick up the traps. We even saw dolphins one day. The kitchen is well stocked. You can see the harbor from the living room and kitchen. It is effortless to interact from the kitchen to the family room. There are two comfortable bedrooms and two bathrooms. Only one bathroom has a shower, however, the other has a big bathtub. We loved the location! It was peaceful,but we could still travel a short distance to get to a restaurant or for ice cream. The Schoodic Peninsula is AMAZING and not crowded. We saw great sunsets, fished, climbed on rocks, and had picnics. The drive to Acadia was a little over an hour but the scenery along the way made the trip go fast. Having a washer and dryer in the house was also a great feature. Quick responses from the owner and very easy to work with!!!! We loved every moment spent there.

  • Cristine P.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed May 29, 2024

    So relaxing and beautiful! Property has everything you could need. Winter Harbor is a great little community. Lots of recreation opportunities on this side of Arcadia with very little crowding. I highly recommend!

  • Renita T.

    Submitted May 23, 2024

    Stayed May 19, 2024

    The cottage was wonderful for my sister and I! Incredible to wake and have coffee out on the deck overlooking the ocean! The place is nice and clean and cheery!

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$496+
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