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Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage

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Smart TV
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

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9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

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  • Pet-friendly
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  • Dryer
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  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

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Milbridge, ME
  • Ray Point
    4 min drive
  • Acadia National Park
    84 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    88 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    56 min drive

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About the area

Milbridge

At this cottage, you'll be 20.1 km (12.5 mi) from Catherine Hill Winery and 20.9 km (13 mi) from Rogers Point Beach. .Accommodation features a washing machine, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a microwave and a stovetop.

What's nearby

  • Schoodic Peninsula - 48 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Acadia National Park - 84 min drive - 80.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 85 min drive - 81.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 88 min drive - 84.4 km
  • Village Green - 88 min drive - 84.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Paisley Loon - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Milbridge House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪44 Degrees North - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Vazquez Mexican Takeou - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Scovils Millside Dining - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage

Keys to Maine Cottage is a cozy 2 bed-1 bath cottage on a quiet camp road on a private peninsula with a view of Back Bay from the living room and kitchen room! Nestled among balsam, pines, and white birch trees, this cozy retreat offers gorgeous views of the bay where eagles soar and seals visit and is situated so each glorious and breathtaking sunset is yours. This peace-filled getaway is only a few miles from town but feels like a million miles from anywhere.

Keys to Maine’s proximity to the ocean lends gracious views of the water. The main cottage is situated across the camp lane from the water. There is a waterfront fire pit area and picnic table located across the lane as well as a separate guest bunk-house. Enjoy days or evenings at the fire pit reading, drawing, telling stories or just taking in the view. If you have invited a couple of friends for a visit, your extra guests can stay in the bunk-house. Electricity is provided in the bunk-house, but no water or plumbing.

The waterfront fire pit area is an enticing place to read, reflect, or relax with friends and family. Take in the sea breezes and view lobster boats in the distance. Back Bay’s circadian-like tides swing over 14 feet, their ebb and flow a great reminder of the sea’s power and delightful to watch. At low tide, when the mud flats are exposed, local wormers and clammers will venture out for a hard day’s work with skids in tow, a marvel worthy of respect at the Downeaster’s ingenuity.

When the sun leaves Keys to Maine aglow and its orange rays and dappled pinks bounce off her white birches, no one is left wanting. The moon will rise above the bay and thousands of seemingly touchable stars light the inky sky. Moreover, from time to time, the vaporous aurora borealis can be a special visitor.

The main cottage at Keys to Maine offers a queen bed in each of two bedrooms. The bunk-house provides two full sized beds. A fully functional & quaint kitchen with gas stove/oven and full size refrigerator opens to the living room where a large front window affords guests a gorgeous water view of the bay. The two bedrooms in the main cottage and the bunk-house allow two to three couples or a small family to enjoy Keys to Maine’s numerous amenities. (SPECIAL NOTE: the bunk house is not available for the 2025 season.) A comfortable couch and two rocking chairs in the living room are nearly irresistible. The dining area in the kitchen offers water view and can be expanded to seat 4 with ease. Additional seating for two can be found at a small table in the living room. There is a picnic table and a double Adirondak chair next to the fire pit. Additional amenities at Keys of Maine include Internet access, washer, dryer, Smart TV, and microwave.

Should you desire to venture into the village of Milbridge, there is a marvelous breakfast and fantastic Downeast food at the Milbridge House. Offering real blueberry pancakes (August is the Blueberry Festival in Machias 40 mins away) and mouthwatering homemade deserts (Chocolate cream, pumpkin, and lemon meringue pie are just a few) or if you get there after 10:45 fresh off the dock seafood - crab, lobster, and melt in your mouth scallops - are yours for a fair price. Hurry, though - these lovely women go home at 2pm and they are closed Mondays.

Lunch or dinner may be enjoyed at 44 North, directly across the road from the Milbridge House. Local Maine fare, and other yummy options are served here. Or sample some authentic Mexican food at Vazquez Take-Out, a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

After you’re sated, walk over to the Milbridge Museum and Gallery just to view the really old days of Milbridge past. Or, ride your bikes to McClellan Park (about 4 miles from town center - Automobile Parking/Entry is free, bathrooms are available and camping has a nominal fee). Once there, you’ll walk through the dark balsam fragrant woods which open suddenly to wide vistas of open ocean and wave after wave of crashing salt sprays on deep pink granite crevices and mighty glacial bedrock.

If you have a craving for a sandy beach, bring your pail and shovel, hop in the car and drive to Corea about 30 minutes south in the town of Gouldsboro. Park along the street at your own risk as there is no real parking, but it’s a short walk to your sand filled destination.

While you are in Corea, check out Chapter Two, a” humbly sophisticated kick ass gallery” (their words but totally true) filled with amazing work from local artists. Rosemary’s rugs are delightful and Garry’s honed taste fills the place with never before seen treasures. PLUS, there is a fantastic used book barn out back where the prices are obscenely low and the eclectic choice makes picking phenomenal fun. (On the lone road into Corea, look up on the pole about midway for the mating-pair osprey nest :-)

When the beach and sand and sun have filled you to the brim, a few miles away the town of Winter Harbor has a sweet old fashioned “five and dime” hardware store. Bring the kids and rediscover what a tiny toy store should be. Games, books, Jacob’s Ladder, and of course kitchenware, hardware, newspapers etc. Next door, there is an antique store and some local artists works in shops across from the public library.

When leaving Gouldsboro, go by way of the Acadia National Park Schoodic Peninsula section. The Schoodic Peninsula is considered one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the sea, it is quintessential Maine and worth the trip. The 10 mile, one-way ring road boasts some of the most painted and photographed ocean views, and is a perfect biking trip as well. Park your vehicle at the Wrinkled Pickle in Birch Harbor and ride to the park’s entrance at the bottom of the hill and enjoy one of the most beautiful rides in America. When you’ve put your bikes back on the rack, go into the Wrinkled Pickle and have a cold one. Check out this hot spot, everything from pool tournaments, horseshoe tournaments, to jazz depending on the night.

Happily exhausted, drive the quiet Route 1 back to Milbridge and Keys to Maine Cottage. Make a note to stop at that little antique place on the right as you’re leaving Gouldsboro. It’s a tiny shop with a gregarious friendly owner and worth a browse of collectibles and vintage used Maine items. Note to self: make room for a wine tasting at The Bartlett Estate Winery, a bit tricky to find but worthy of your time.

Stop at the grocery store/hub of Milbridge - Bayside. Pick up ice, water, and food You can also buy wine, spirits, or beer here. The Bayside has everything (but the breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and cranberry orange muffins are to-die-for).

Now home at Keys to Maine, you’ll find a full size washer and dryer for your salty clothes and towels. There’s a tub and a shower too. Relax. Sit down with a book or draw in the sea air at the fire pit area across the lane. Decide that the smart TV and your favorite Netflix show can wait and watch the stars make their entrance. Enjoy now.

Bring your artistic self and find your muse in this delightful dwelling. We’re so glad to have you as our guests.

Keys to Maine allows well-behaved, small dogs (limit of 2 dogs; one dog 25 lbs or less or 2 dogs with a combined weight of 50 lbs). Sorry, no puppies, cats or other pets. A separate, non-refundable pet fee of $100.00 is charged to all renters bringing dogs.

Absolutely, NO smoking is permitted.

Waterfront bunk house available for an additional fee of $300.00/week (plus tax). Sleeping arrangements for 2 additional guests. (SPECIAL NOTE: the bunk house is not available for the 2025 season.)

A separate cleaning fee of $150.00 is charged on all rentals.

Property manager

Sue Burr

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: 2 adult dogs w/ combined weight of 50 lbs or less.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage?

The closest beach to Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage is Jasper Beach (35.8 km).

Does Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage?

No, Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Peaceful, secluded 2 bedroom cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jane L., Apex, NC

Peaceful and relaxing
We enjoyed the coziness of the cabin and the location on the water. We liked having a fire in the evening.seeing the deer daily was lovely. We would def considers staying there again. Milbridge is our favorite town.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S., near Boston

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil
A well-maintained cottage in a lovely area. Downeast Maine is away from main spots, and the cottage is well off the highway and quiet. It's a lovely kayaking spot, though there is no access at low tide.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M., Leicester, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Quiet and beautiful enviroment. Dark was dark, no night light pollution. Cottage was well equipped. Slept great on the beds supplied. Great expierience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D., New Sharon, ME

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
The cottage was exactly as advertised. In fact, better than advertised. We frequently use VRBO and this place was by far, the best stocked I've ever been to. Lots of TP and supplies and very nice cookware too! Great location for exploring the whole coast, from Quoddy Head to Acadia. Good places to eat right in Milbridge and a supermarket ten minutes away. Overall a super experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful view of the water!
A really nicely situated cottage with a perfect view of the water. There is a stone patio with a fire pit, which provides magnificent view of the sunset. We were very happy with our stay, and we plan on returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katerina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & remote bayside cottage
We had a great week at the cottage with our dog. There's lots of hiking and small towns to explore, and Acadia is about an hour's drive away. The cabin was comfortable for two people, with a fully stocked kitchen. Make sure to bring your drinking water; since the water is from a well, you get sediment. The shower may not be suitable for larger/taller people. Great first impression of Maine!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We totally enjoyed our stay at Keys to Maine! The cottage was better than described and the neighbors were very welcoming! Cottage was cozy and clean! D
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine
Keys to Maine had a serine environment with beautiful view of the bay. We all enjoyed sitting by the fire and watching the sunset. Cabin was well equipped for a comfortable stay. Neighbors were friendly and property manager was very helpful. We definitely choose this again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, quiet location
Very nice little cabin, on a short, private road about an hour from Bar Harbor. Cabin is pretty much right on the water with fire pit. Very relaxing area. Saw deer in the back yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023