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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7143.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Harpswell, Maine
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • LL Bean Flagship Store
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sand Dollar - Capture stunning sunsets from this beautiful ocean view home

Capture the beautiful pink, orange, and purple hues of a Harpswell sunset from this well-appointed 3BR, 2BA ocean view home with a ROW to the sandy/pebbly shores of Middle Bay.

Inside, the afternoon light floods the windows of this beautifully updated home. Guests will enjoy cooking and entertaining in the spacious kitchen, complete with granite countertops, a center island, gas stove, double ovens, and a wet bar, then gathering around the large dining room table for a lobster feast. Relax in the living room accented by the warmth and comfort of the propane fireplace on chilly evenings or retreat to the ocean view deck to take in the sights and sounds of the shore. Off the dining room, you'll find a bedroom with a king bed and TV and on the other side of the home is the primary bedroom with a king bed, TV, and ocean views, opening to a deck. The third bedroom offers one twin bed and one full bed. There are two full bathrooms, one with a shower/tub combo and laundry, and the other with a shower.

Outside, there is a spacious deck, yard, and access to the oceanfront via a ROW, just steps away, perfect for swimming, launching a kayak, or combing the beach for treasures.

Located in a small oceanside neighborhood, you'll enjoy being "away from it all," while still being just a short drive from local restaurants and shops including Uncle Pete's Community Market, Dolphin Marina & Restaurant and Erica's Seafood, as well as the many restaurants and shops of Maine Street, Brunswick.

Come experience "the way life should be" at Sand Dollar Cottage!

Dogs are welcome at Sand Dollar Cottage, non-refundable pet fee applies.

Bed types/descriptions:
First Floor
Primary Bedroom - King Bed with TV and Ocean View
Second Bedroom- Twin Bed and Full Bed with TV
Third Bedroom- King Bed with TV


Bathroom setup/description:
First Floor
First Bathroom - Full Bath with Shower
Second Bathroom - Full Bath with Shower/Tub Combo and Laundry

Air Conditioning: Yes, AC window units located in Primary King Bedroom, as well as Second King Bedroom
Beach Access: Yes, via shared association stairs to beach 1min walk away
Beach Towels: Some included, guests are responsible for laundering
Departure Cleaning: Included
Cable TV: Yes, Xfinity Cable TV in Living Room
Closest Shopping Village: Brunswick, 18 min away
Coffee Maker: Yes, regular drip and k-cup dup machine
Dishwasher: Yes
Grill: Gas grill available, Propane provided
Heat Source: Rinnai propane heater in living room, as well as electric baseboard heat in each bedroom
Internet Access: Yes, Xfinity Cable Internet and WiFi
Linens & Bath Towels: Included, beds are made prior to guest arrival and towels remain in their sanitized packaging, placed on each bed
Lobster Pot: Yes
Outdoor Firepit: Yes
Parking: 3 cars
Stairs to Water: Yes, shared association stairs to beach 1min walk away
Trash Removal: Included, picked up weekly (for multi-week stays) or upon departure
TV: Smart TV in Living Room and all three bedrooms
Usable Fireplaces: Yes, propane fireplace in living room
Washer & Dryer: Yes
Water Frontage: No, water view and shared water access just 1min walk away
Water Source: Well water with filtration system, bottled drinking water recommended

Property manager

MaineStay Vacations
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this holiday home is by the sea. Arctic Museum and Arctic Studies Center and Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gulf of Maine and Brunswick Golf Course. Ash Cove Pottery and Paddleworks are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Harpswell, Maine

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bowdoin College - 19 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 23 min drive - 18.6 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 33 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park - 43 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 19 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Dollar - Capture stunning sunsets from this beautiful ocean view home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sand Dollar - Capture stunning sunsets from this beautiful ocean view home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Dollar - Capture stunning sunsets from this beautiful ocean view home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sand Dollar - Capture stunning sunsets from this beautiful ocean view home located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Casco Bay and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lower Goose Island and Ash Cove Pottery. Eagle Island and Maine Street are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Therese B.

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

Great vacation rental

We loved this rental. Very spacious and well equipped. Super comfortable. Beautiful view of the water. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald I.

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

Fall Break

Great visit to the northeast in the fall with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Friends weekend getaway

Super cute home- very clean and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay while exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

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

Loved it!

We loved our week at the Sand Dollar! The place was clean, comfortable beds, well appointed kitchen, with beautiful windows to take in the wonderful views! This location is an easy drive to Portland (1 hour), Freeport, Boothbay (45 min), Rockland, Rockport and Camden (1 hour), and we took advantages of it all! Our hosts provided great communication and were very responsive. We would come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunset Cove retreat

House was very spacious and well equipped. Everything you need, especially for the kitchen. Comfortable beds, wonderful view of the cove and access to the beach is convenient. AC in the bedrooms came in handy during some unusually hot,humid weather. Easy access to Brunswick.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Coastal escape

Rental was clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing week. We had a wonderful week, would definitely recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Sand Dollar Cottage is a wonderful retreat!

We live in Florida and we wanted to spend some time in middle Maine on the coast. This house is in a great location in Harpswell, near Brunswick and Bath. Lovely water view and access to a private pathway to the beach. We really enjoyed the fall foliage and temps.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S., Plano

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

Sand Dollar

Very nice Water had a terrible smell.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

maria w.

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

Comfortable and well stocked with everything needed

We enjoyed everything about this home. The only problem was the check in information was incorrect and I ended up having to climb through an unlocked window to get inside. The directions indicated the key was under the mat….not. Once inside we got the door code and all was fine from there on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Harpswell Family Gathering

We have a large family and needed additional housing for our home in Harpswell. This property was a terrific fit. The view of the ocean is fantastic, with a West facing sea view so sunsets are beautiful. The kitchen is updated with professionally serviced linens. A very clean and cared for property with public access to the ocean not far away. A terrific way to explore the Maine coast. We had a minor repair needed and the owners had it fixed by Noon of the same day. Great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Elizabeth T.

Sand Dollar Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage is nicely furnished, with a well-equipped kitchen. The sunset views are lovely. The drawback is the intense sulphuric/rotten eggs smell from the water taps. The rental agent told us that the smell was very common in this area. We were aware that we needed bottled water for drinking and cooking, but we were distressed by the smell and water quality of the water available for showers and kitchen cleanup. Perhaps an upgrade to the water treatment system could address this issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Eliot W.

Unwind....

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great spot. Rural. Nice house.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Amazing Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: One of the best VRBO's we have ever stayed in. The house was clean, cosy, and had all the amenities we needed. Full kitchen, wine refrigerator, smart tvs, and the most incredible view of the bay. The neighborhood was very quiet, and it was lovely to sit out on the deck and watch the sun go down each night. The property managers were friendly and helpful. We would stay here again anytime!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Stephen M.

Very nice cottage with ocean view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: One of the nicest cottages we have stayed at on Maine's Mid-coast. Plenty of room for the five adults in our party. Nice furnishings, excellent kitchen, decks with view of the water. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to the beach. Sulphur smell in the water a bit bothersome for showers.
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10/10 Excellent

maryanne k.

Perfect location and layout for us

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sand Dollar checked all of the boxes for us when planning a trip to visit relatives in the near vicinity. This is a well stocked home with everything on one floor, no steps and right near the water. Thank you Mainestay!

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

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

The Maine Event

The home was more beautiful than the pictures show. We enjoyed the fantastic views from the wall of windows in the kitchen and living room. The home was so incredibly clean and well stocked for any family to start their vacation the minute they unlocked the door. We enjoyed this house and all it offered.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Y.

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

Fantastically awesome

Loved EVERYTHING about the property. Beautifully designed, awesome water views. HIGHLY RECOMMEND starting at this property if and when it's available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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