Private oceanside cottage with magnificent views!

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Enjoy the ocean breeze from the screened-in porch...

Open the door for the ocean breeze or light fire on a chilly night

Living area with windows for the view and an open dutch door for fresh ocean air

Dutch Doorway leading out to the screened-in porch and the lawn by the ocean

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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8123.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Fireplace
Parking available

Explore the area

Clark Island, ME

Tenants Harbor Marina
‪14 min drive‬
Marshall Point Lighthouse
‪25 min drive‬
Samoset Resort Golf Course
‪26 min drive‬
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Located on the mainland at the Ocean's edge in a beautiful cove looking out at Clark Island and the open sea, our cottage was built in the classic rustic Maine style of the mid twentieth Century. The Township of Clark Island is one of a group of small Towns located on the St. George Peninsula. The peninsula is alive with boaters, bicycle clubs on vacation and legions of kayakers visiting Penobscot Bay.

From the little lobstering village of Port Clyde at one end (with daily ferry service to Monhegan Island) to the Town of Rockland at the other end (in 2009 voted the second best small town to live in in the USA by Budget Travel; ) the whole area is considered the heart of mid-coast Maine. At the foot of the road the cottage is located on, there is the Craignair Inn of Clark Island, with a gourmet restaurant. This area is why they call Maine 'Vacationland, where life is the way it ought to be.'

Easy to get to: Knox County airport is 5 miles from the cottage, with up to 8 direct flights daily to Boston's Logan airport on Cape Air Airlines. Under $70 each way, with car rental available at airport. Or drive from Boston in under 4 hours.
Ferry to Nova Scotia from Rockland. Hourly, daily or weeklong schooner tours from Rockland and Camden.

Property manager

McConchie Family (Jim, Linda, Lindsay and Elizabeth)

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 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 deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spruce Head

Located in Spruce Head, this cottage is on the waterfront. General Henry Knox Museum and Strand Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Birch Point Beach State Park and Owls Head State Park. Maine State Prison Store and Sail Power and Steam Museum 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 hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.

Clark Island, ME

What's nearby

Tenants Harbor Marina - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 17.2 km
Rockland Harbor Park - 21 min drive - 17.2 km
Marshall Point Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 20.0 km
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 26 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Flipside - ‬17 min drive
‪Ka Chai Thai Street Food - ‬18 min drive
‪The Block Saloon - ‬17 min drive
‪McLoons Lobster Shack - ‬15 min drive
‪The Slipway - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private oceanside cottage with magnificent views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private oceanside cottage with magnificent views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private oceanside cottage with magnificent views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private oceanside cottage with magnificent views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tenants Harbor Marina, General Henry Knox Museum and Owls Head Transportation Museum. Breakwater Vineyards and Maine State Prison Store are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Rebecca H.

10 January 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Beautiful views and location

The locations and views were perfect. Great combination of quiet and accessibility to restaurants and Rockland. The house needs to be thoroughly cleaned, a good plumber, and new linens. Otherwise, a great layout.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah C.

9 January 2025

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

Awesome Maine Getaway

Excellent location, close to Rockland and all the fun things! Cottage is nice and quiet, with perfect views of the water. We took a ton of walks around the area, enjoyed all the food, and just relaxed. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly L.

7 January 2025

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

Cozy Cottage

It’s a nice little place, a bit dated and in need of some deferred maintenance. It’s quite comfy, for two people. Any more than that, depending upon age and relationship, it could be a challenge with only 1 1/2bathrooms. For a winter getaway, it was ideal for us. Bedroom window views of the water are superior.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

12 October 2024

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

Oceanside Cottage

We loved everything about our stay this year; yes, we stayed last year as well. This delightful roomy cottage accommodated all our needs … bright, well appointed, screened porch facing the ocean waves, comfortable beds, beautiful peninsula. We could read, take long walks, explore area, visit museum and shop… perfect for 5 good friends ocean waves, quiet respite. Easy communications with owners,

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

6 October 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marge H.

9 September 2024

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

My Happy Place

Great location if you like privacy, access to walking trails, watching the tide come and go, watching for wildlife, walking to a very nice restaurant. This is our 5th? year staying at this cottage, nothing fancy but a comfortable place to vacation, the kitchen is nicely equipped to whip up just about anything. You are not too far away from Thomaston and Rockland, 15 minutes to each, for groceries, restaurants and shops. Easy living!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

25 August 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clark Island Stay

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley D.

10 August 2024

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

Relaxing Vacation

This is the second time we have stayed at this house. It is clean and comfortable and has all the comforts of home. The view at the house is wonderful and we really enjoy watching the tide come in and go out and the lobster boats coming by to set and retrieve their traps. This house is on dead end street and is very private and quiet. We love the location, as it's only about 20 minutes to Rockland. There's an excellent restaurant (The Causeway Restaurant at Craignair Inn) maybe a quarter mile away, as well as the causeway to walk out to Clarke Island. There are Adirondack chairs and a picnic table outside so you can enjoy the view in nice weather. If it's buggy (which it was the first time we stayed but not this time), there's a screened in porch, and if the weather's not the greatest, you can still enjoy the view through large windows while sitting on the couch. Communication with the owners was easy. We had a wonderful vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

20 July 2024

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

Tranquility

A beautiful private waterfront location. Well equipped house, spacious and comfortable.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R.

13 July 2024

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

Beautiful view!

We enjoyed our stay! The views were amazing and we loved sitting on the screened-in porch. We ventured up to Acadia one day, did a puffin tour another, and visited several lighthouses. But mostly we just enjoyed the view from the house. Kitchen had just about everything we could need, and we appreciated having towels and bedding provided -- one less thing to pack! We walked several times to the causeway and enjoyed the beach area there. Thank you for allowing us to bring our dog -- she liked her time there too!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

8 July 2024

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

Perfect

The McConchie's cottage is everything we'd hoped for and more. The McConchie's were very responsive to any questions or requests we made. The cottage is comfortable, well stocked and situated in the most perfect wonderful spot overlooking the water. It was difficult to pull ourselves away from the screened in porch overlooking the ocean, breathing in the salt air, but we did, and were rewarded with wonderful kayaking trips, hikes and runs on Clark Island trails and amazing food at the restaurants nearby. We definitely want to return. This is a special place. Thank you for making it available.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

29 October 2023

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

Oceanside Cottage

Mornings were spent on the screened porch viewing fishing boats, sunrises, diving loons and tides. Early evenings were enjoyed doing more of the same. Dining on lobsters at the picnic table near the fire pit and rocky shore was perfection. We enjoyed the privacy of our location as well as taking walks along the dirt road passing and greeting neighbors. Ocean, books, games and dear friends in a very comfortably furnished cottage made a memorable vacation … thank you McConchie Family. We hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh M.

23 October 2023

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

Lovely, Dog-Friendly, Oceanfront Home

Beautiful, private location on the ocean with wonderful views of Clark Island and beyond. Comfortably furnished and equipped. Very nice screened porch. Excellent dog-walking opportunities on the quiet, well-maintained dirt road and on Clark Island. Best dog park in Maine twenty minutes away in Thomaston. An additional light at front door might be helpful. Hope to return to this special place soon.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

15 October 2023

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

Coastal Heaven

My boyfriend and I have been coming to Maine for many years now and we both agreed that our recent stay at the McConchie cottage was our absolute favorite. We immediately felt right at home in this charming, private, well-loved family cottage boasting breathtaking views and equipped with all of the amenities anyone could want. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding mid-coast Maine towns as well as relaxing at the cottage and simply enjoying the peacefulness and serenity of the ocean. Our pup was in heaven sitting on the rocks overlooking the cove and running on the beach near the Craignair Inn. Sisters Biz and Lindsay McConchie were extremely gracious and responsive throughout our 2 week stay. We definitely felt fortunate to have discovered this cottage gem and were very sad to leave at the end of our trip. Thank you so much to the McConchie family for sharing this special place.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marge H.

10 September 2023

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

Home away from home!

Always a delight to stay in this spot. Sitting by the water and watching the birds and whatever else may pass by, Blueberry Margaritas at the Craignair after a walk in Clark Island, ice cream in Port Clyde... Very homey place and easy to live there!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

14 August 2023

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

Great stay!

This was our third time at the McConchie's home, and we loved being there as usual. We had new travelers with us, and they enjoyed it as well. The ocean waves were rolling, the daylight in June early and long, lobster boats busily pulling traps, duck families active and fun to watch, and there were always deer somewhere! We ate our way through the area, finding a new spot in Rockland, North Beacon Oyster house. The new folks checked out the Farnsworth, and we all thought the Owl's Head Transportation Museum was fun! The evenings were a bit chilly so the firepit was perfect. This house has a great feel to it; has all the amenities, and then some. We can't wait to come back! Thank you McConchies!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

14 August 2023

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

Ocean view

It was very secluded and relaxing place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

michelle p.

14 August 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful views but disgustingly dirty

We had high hopes that we would love this cottage and be able to come back annually. Those hopes were dashed upon a late arrival( allowing cleaning person to finish). Upon arrival we were met with towels in the washer on first cycle( cold water), sticky kitchen floor ( and dry mop and bucket in the storage room )and the filthiest couch cushions and base. The dust under tables and chairs and sofas and beds was way more than a weeks worth. The grease in the kitchen was excessive. Appreciative of the host giving us $500 in cleaning fees credited, but was not the point. After reading the manual we realized that none of the beddings or towels are washed in hot water. Staph and bacteria only reacts to hot temperatures. We cleaned the windows and and sills to control additional dirt entering the house while the windows were open, but could do nothing about the linens and towels. Starting Week 2 we killed 3-5 earwigs( ugly insect) a day. The cottage is in desperate need of deep cleaning and revisiting the laundry situation. I am now aware that some hosts list safety and cleanliness guidelines to inform the guest. Again, the views were lovely.

Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April G.

11 August 2023

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

Always Heaven on Earth!

My extended family and I have been coming to the McConchie cabin since 2014! It has truly been our home away from home for one week every summer! All 3 generations gather and make memories. The cabin is in a quiet, peaceful, private location. The screened in porch is our favorite place to take in the views. The kids love hunting for sea glass and crabs. Having our dogs with us is also fantastic (they are part of the family). I could go on and on. If you are looking for a quintessential Maine cabin on the ocean, look no further!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M., New York City

1 August 2023

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

A Delightful Slice of Heaven

Everything you dream that Maine is from "cabin chic" to stunning location to Wifi that works and a wonderful inn down the road a bit to fill in the blanks!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

25 June 2023

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

Truly Magnificent

This cottage was absolutely lovely, from the decor, to the views from the windows, the cleanliness, the screened in Porch and magnificent doesn’t even describe the stunning ocean and views steps from the cottage. Watching the ebb and flow of the ocean tides was mesmerizing and so relaxing, the preserve across the inlet provided a natural setting, watching osprey and seagulls soar, and deer as we took walks around the dirt roads. The McConchie family was a pleasure to work with and we are grateful they share this incredible place so others can enjoy it as they do. Thank you! Karen & Dick and our little dog Pepper

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

12 June 2023

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

Maine…the way life should be

This is my third time staying at Priscilla Lane.I owned property on Clark island road for over 30 years and enjoy the spot. Please email me a calendar with the available dates for 2024.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

McDinski n., Watertown MA

3 June 2023

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

Relaxing beauty

This is a lovely location with gorgeous views right on your doorstep. The house itself is obviously a much loved family vacation home, but with all the mod cons you need (large flat screen TV, fast internet/wifi, good cell phone reception dishwasher, washer and dryer). The king sized bed is very comfortable and the bedding is high quality. This is our second stay and we are already booked to return in the fall.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

29 May 2023

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

Missing the view

The view was perfect. Had it been warmer we would have lived on the back porch, but it was a bit on the chilly side. The house was warm and comfortable. We had a wonderful time traveling the area.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L., Homer, Alaska USA

9 January 2023

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

Beautiful setting, comfortable home

We had a really great and long stay at the McConchie's cottage over Christmas. It's *such* a comfortable and sweet home right on the water. We especially loved the fire pit and the games and puzzles! The beds were all comfortable. The TV worked great, and even though we are a little Roku challenged, we were able to figure out how to watch a movie or two! The location is very quiet and lovely. Clark Island trails were great - especially the West side trail! We had one dinner at the Craignair and were so impressed with excellent food and extremely friendly service. We also recommend heading down to Tenant's Harbor General Store for miscellaneous needs, and further to Port Clyde General Store for lunch. Our kids (ages 7 & 9, and when they were younger) love hanging out at the small Tenant's Harbor library. The school there also has a pretty great playground. The Rockland Library and adjacent playground are also really great for the kids. Also in Rockport, we had a blast at Oakland Park Bowling (classic old candlepin bowling and arcade). Finally, the owners were extremely responsive and kind in their communications. This is an older house, and the owners have thought through many of these things. We were there through a massive winter storm (we had a GREAT front row seat!), and though the power never went out we were pleased to have a large assortment of flashlights and lanterns available!

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by McConchie Family (Jim, Linda, Lindsay and Elizabeth)

Retired Attorney (James) and Marketing Specialist for Retirement Community (Linda); Jim studied at Colby College and hasn't missed a trip to Maine every year since1949! Daughters Lindsay and Elizabeth live and work outside Boston with their families.

Why they chose this property

Ownership now resides in Trust for a third generation and soon a fourth, ensuring family use for more generations to come. This is a classic Maine cottage, built in the 1950s in that style that has almost disappeared due to the high cost of waterfront land and the McMansions being built as the original cottages disappear. Fifty feet from the water's edge, with a screened porch enabling sitting outside and listening to the ocean, the cottage has been thoroughly updated and modernized, but still captures that era when waterfront cottages were part of nature, not castles to sit in and look out at it.
Everything one needs for lobster and clam cookouts on the rocks, barbecues plus a fire-pit for s'mores, and views across to Clark Island and the open sea.
Large windows from the bedrooms on the ocean side offer views unchanged from the day it was built.
Watch the lobster boats right out front; kayak from right out front, or just watch the constant activity of the seagulls, seals, osprey, fox, deer, even an occasional moose and a family of eagles. This is the heart and the essence of mid-coast Maine living.
'Maine, the way life ought to be.'

What makes this property unique

This cottage offers a chance to relive the New England and Maine lifestyle from the middle of the last century. Thoroughly modernized, with cable, large Sony TV, internet, WII, Blueray and a charming fireplace and stacks of wood right outside. At the same time, you are a fifteen minute drive away from the towns and villages in the heart of mid-coast Maine.

Languages:

English, French, Italian

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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