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Waterview Cottage in historic Bayside on Penobscot Bay

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Sheikie's Shack is just  steps from the village green & the adjacent waterfront
living room looking to dining area and kitchen
Living room
Galley Kitchen
Front Porch looking out toward Bay

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Northport, ME
  • Waldo County General Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Belfast City Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Belfast Harbor
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs

1 Single Bed

Master

1 Double Bed

The Perch

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterview Cottage in historic Bayside on Penobscot Bay

This bright cottage in the heart of Bayside is just a short stroll to the dock, swim float, playground and beach. The porch looks out upon the village green and Penobscot Bay. The cottage is handicap accessible with a small downstairs bedroom, a lovely master bedroom upstairs with an adjoining library with a fold out bed. "The Perch" is a sleeping loft which is popular with kids and teens. The spacious porch is great for relaxing in a hammock or entertaining a crowd. There is a nine hole golf course nearby and it's just a short ride to the vibrant city of Belfast.
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Property manager

Ned Lightner

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lincolnville

Located in Lincolnville, this cottage is by the sea. Belfast Armistice Bridge and Schoolhouse Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moose Point State Park and Camden Hills State Park. Coyote Moon and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Northport, ME

What's nearby

  • Waldo County General Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Belfast City Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Northern Lights Gallery - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Moose Point State Park - 20 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 9 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Belfast Co-op - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nautilus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Restaurant & Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterview Cottage in historic Bayside on Penobscot Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterview Cottage in historic Bayside on Penobscot Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterview Cottage in historic Bayside on Penobscot Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterview Cottage in historic Bayside on Penobscot Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Waldo County General Hospital, Belfast City Park and Belfast Dog Park. Parent Gallery and Belfast Historical Society and Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

B F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place

Great spot. We enjoyed it thoroughly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another excellent stay!

Loved our repeat stay at Ned’s quaint, perfectly located cottage. He’s kind and communicative as a host, and his home is full of exactly what we need and touches of whimsy we and our kids really appreciate. Thank you for having us Ned!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M., New York, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay!

We loved staying at this sweet cottage right in the center of Bayside! Hammocks galore, all the creature comforts we needed, and a very communicative manager made our stay easy and comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t beat it!

Another great week in Ned’s lovely home. The location is just perfect, right in the heart of beautiful Bayside. My daughter loved the garden, watching birds and butterflies, and picking berries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

This vacation cottage immediately charmed us with its welcoming front and interior porch. The primary suite on the second floor worked well for us two seniors -- a large room with an abundance of shelves and drawers and closet space and a very comfortable bed. The well equipped kitchen was great for us trying out NYT recipes we looked forward to preparing for our dinners. We enjoyed the friendliness of our neighbors, but best of all was the location -- it was perfect for our car exploring up and down the coast, for restaurants especially in Belfast, and for shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful Cottage!

We are regular Bayside Summer folks that needed extra space this year for family, the cottage was a great location, so clean! has every appliance known, a lovely double bedroom on the second floor, a first floor single, and loft bed (for younger folks! The ladder/stair is steep like many of these cottages) The garden was lovely and the front porch was delightful. We loved being able to pick fresh basil and raspberries, hope we left more to ripen!. Ned is an impeccable host and we will rent again should we have an overflowing crowd!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hummingbird Heaven

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Bayside. Much of the time we were happy to just relax on the porch. The prolific garden of flowers, herbs, and veggies surrounded us with beauty. In spite of the fact that the cottage is named for a parrot (Sheikie’s Shack), the hummingbirds have made this place theirs. Their almost constant aerial antics kept us entertained. The kitchen is well equipped, the beds are comfortable, and the insulation maintained the temperature at a pleasant level in spite of a few unseasonably warm days. A great location in a very friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Bayside cottage

We loved our 2 weeks here. The house was comfortable with everything we needed. The galley kitchen was very well equipped, and the library and game selections were fun. We also enjoyed being able to eat the raspberries, tomatoes, Swiss chard and herbs. We would definitely go back again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage with Character

A wonderful cottage with an excellent location right in the middle of Bayside. The place was very clean and highly functional. The kids loved sleeping In the loft! We hope to return soon!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at Bayside

Ned made sure we had everything we needed. We enjoyed the location and the ease of checking in and out. The sauna was a big hit after jumping in the chilly bay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Getaway

Cute cottage in the heart of Bayside. It was the perfect size for our family of four. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. The fresh herbs were a great surprise. Much time was spent relaxing on the porch in the rockers and hammock watching the hummingbirds.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gwen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bayside Northport Maine

Lovely cottage, gorgeous view of bay, owner very nice. Would definitely recommend this cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL

WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME SEEING THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE I HAVE EVER BEEN. EVERYTHING WAS JUST AS WE SEEN IN ALL THE PICTURES. THANK YOU

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A jewel on Penobscot Bay

Set in an idyllic community on the shores of Penobscot Bay and a few miles from Belfast, this cottage was a delight. The owner was always available and responsive. We plan to return.

About the host

Hosted by Ned Lightner

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I have been coming to Bayside Maine for over 60 years and have been active as a boater, gardener and even as an overseer of the village. I had "Sheikie Shack" built as my retirement home and it is a year round home. I still work in nearby Belfast where I run the 2 small public access television stations. I have a lovely partner kathleen and 3 kids, who are pretty much grown up (do they actually ever grow up?). The cottage is named Sheikie Shack in honor of a pet parrot that was a minor celebrity in Bayside for over 50 years.

Why they chose this property

I loved being a kid in Bayside. I spent hours swimming off the dock, playing golf at the Northport golf club and sailing. I always wanted a cottage in the heart of Bayside. Bayside is a neighborly and pedestrian friendly place where people spend time on their porches, so when I had this place built I wanted a nice porch, I wanted it to be handicapped accessible so I can live there in my old age, and I want a cheery and low maintenance home. This place satisfies all those desires and more.

What makes this property unique

It's really close to the main park, beach and dock but it just up the hill enough to not be on a busy street. Because it is a year round insulated home, it is quieter than many of the turn of the century uninsulated cottages, yet it fits in well architecturally in this historic district of the village.

Languages:

English