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Maine Oceanfront Home

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Front Exterior view
Master bedroom.
Guest Bedroom
View from the deck
Living Room with wood stove.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Orrs Island, ME
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Paddleworks
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Maine Oceanfront Home

Aberdeen is an elegant oceanfront home built in the style of coastal New England craftsman cottages. It greets the morning sunrise with huge windows and airy interiors and faces east for spectacular sunrise views. It sits on the eastern side of Orr's Island and enjoys panoramic open-ocean views, cooling sea breezes and the sounds of an enthusiastic surf hitting the rocks--all delights to the senses! Built in the image of an old coastal-Maine cottage, it is a large house with all the modern amenities, privacy and a spacious interior. Complete down to the inglenook and wood-burning stove in the living room, it will take you back to the glories of the turn of the century while happily bypassing the inconveniences of that time. It has four bedrooms, plus a sleeping loft, two bathrooms, a laundry room with washer and dryer, a kitchen that overlooks the dining room, a living room, an entertainment room/office, a large front deck, and an enclosed porch. The entertainment room has a flat screen cable TV, DVD player, leather armchair, and there is wireless internet. Outside is a spacious deck, lawn and gardens, an outdoor shower, and a small stream down to the ocean. A beautiful wide swath of grass leads you to the rock-bound shoreline complete with ledges, a beach and tide pools. You can launch your own kayaks from the beach, and kids can find sea glass and shells. The land is a total of 13 acres and is available for rental nine months of the year. For views, space, comfort, elegance and convenience, you can't beat Aberdeen. It is located 20 minutes from Brunswick, home of Bowdoin College, grocery stores, gas stations, shops, and 30 minutes from Freeport where you can shop at outlet stores and L.L. Bean.



Keywords: cottage, deck, spectacular, ocean view, spacious

Property manager

Natalie Shiras

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
For special occasions, contact owner.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is $100. Contact owner if over 2 pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No party allowed without permission of owner. No illegal drugs are allowed on the property.
-notify owner or care taker of any damage or problems with the property Every guest must read and know House Rules and Rules of the Road
-no party allowed without permission of owner -no illegal drugs are allowed on the property

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
Note from host: For special occasions, contact owner.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bailey Island

Located in Bailey Island, this holiday home is by the ocean. Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum and Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bailey Island Bridge and Cobwork Bridge. Paddleworks and Land's End Gift Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Orrs Island, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Paddleworks - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bowdoin College - 25 min drive - 24.7 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 38 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 25 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cod Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Oceanfront Home pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Maine Oceanfront Home ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Oceanfront Home ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maine Oceanfront Home located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Casco Bay, Ragged Island and Paddleworks. Bailey Island Bridge and Cobwork Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT S.

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

Weekend in Maine

Lovely stay and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Winter getaway

Beautiful home and beautiful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Spectacular property!

We had a fabulous time at Natalie’s incredible home! The property is truly spectacular, given all the privacy and spectacular beach! The view of the sunrise from the bedroom alone was worth the price of the stay. The house was so very delightful, grounded in it’s old world charm and family history yet complete with special touches of practicality throughout that made our time there breezy & so very lovely (even with 2 large dogs). Both the owner & caregiver were remarkably accessible & responsive as well. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carleen P.

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

Peaceful Escape!

What a private and peaceful stay! House was so comfortable and though it was remote, it was exactly what we were looking for! We will definitely come again!
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Louise E.

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

Orr's Island Getaway

We (5 retired siblings) thoroughly enjoyed the expansive home and the peaceful surroundings. Far enough away from the bustle of a town, yet close enough to easily shop for lobster and groceries. We plan to return next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Wonderful house and surroundings!

The property is well taken care of and beautiful. Our group of 7 had a wonderful time and appreciate the amenities of the house and grounds. Thank you very much! 💕👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Relaxing and beautiful place to stay. Lots of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

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

Aberdeen holiday

This place was better than the description on VRBO. It was roomy, cozy and well equipped. The location is really spectacular with a rocky beach just across the private road. The ocean views are wonderful and there is no traffic as the road is a dead end. There were 11 of us at one point and the kids absolutely loved the loft and had no trouble managing the staircase to it. The front yard is great for cornhole and the deck was our favorite place to sit and read under the retractable awning. We just loved our time at Aberdeen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Wonderful Maine Home

We had a fantastic week at Aberdeen. Orr's Island is a magical getaway for families with young kids. We had four adults and four young kids and everyone had an amazing time. The house was perfect to enjoy coastal Maine- it is clean and beautiful. The four year olds loved exploring the rocky beach and finding blueberries on the trails behind the house. They called the bonus room in the attic "the Magic Tree House" all week and scampered up to play with the doll house. The two and one year old sat on the front porch watching the sun rise over the beach eating Cheerios every morning. Just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Wonderful Maine Oceanfront Stay

A lovely home in a beautiful part of Maine. We loved our two nights here and we only wished we had booked for a whole week. Perfect for a family of five. Beds were comfortable. The owner is great about recommendations and proactively communicating directions to the home. The rock beach and coast are so beautiful. Nature hikes are just a few minutes away with some really great dining options that range from fancy to delicious fry shacks or just DIY. Everything at the house is set up for cooking lobster and seafood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

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

Fantastic Family Getaway

Such a fantastic home! Pleasant of space, beautiful views of the ocean, and access to wooded trails and a beach, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

Spectacular Place!

Absolutely fantastic location on the ocean! It was everything my family dreamed of for a stay on the coast of Maine. There was plenty of room for our family of ten. There was a small problem at check-in which was taken care of immediately. Our host was excellent! Highly recommended place to getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

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

Oh the views!

This cottage was absolutely perfect for our weekend for a graduation at Bowdoin. Hosts were wonderful communicators. Views and coffee on the deck were so much better than we anticipated. It is necessary to read the entire guidebook that is in the house because details about the grill and other features are in the guidebook not on the list. My only other comment would be that the bedroom on the third floor is difficult to access through downstairs in the laundry room and would not be suitable For most adults. I am a bit concerned that it could be a fire hazard for children and probably is not a legal bedroom space, But for our purposes, it was OK. The two main bedrooms have beautiful views, particularly the master. Two other bedrooms are quite small with twin beds, so the larger other beds are all on the third floor loft. I think the spaces ideal for a family with two or three children or two couples with two children.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Just perfect!!!

This is the 2nd time my sister’s and I have stayed here. It is one of the best places I have stayed and I have rented many places through VRBO. I will be back for a third time and already looking forward to it. Sandy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Wonderfully Maine

We cant begin to describe all the special things that made us feel at home in the cottage. Very special home on a special island to us. Would love to stay again. The owners were also a pleasure to communicate with as we expected bad weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela D.

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

New Years at Aberdeen

We had a wonderful and relaxing time at Aberdeen. Waking up to the sunrise on the water was so beautiful. We have stayed at this property before and look forward to hopefully visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melodie P., new england

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

This is the Maine House We’ve All Dreamed Of

Several members of my family and I enjoyed the week before Christmas at this classic Maine home. It sits on a knoll overlooking the ocean on a dead end street. While there, it’s like living in a post card, complete with pine trees and crashing surf. The home has lots of character and holds the energy of the happy memories that have been made there. We enjoyed every moment ! And as a post script, we inadvertently left two bags at the house when we headed home and got a prompt call from the property manager, Amy, letting us know of the oversight. She then boxed them up and got them in the mail to us in very short order. What a wonder she is! Aberdeen is Maine as it used to be, and how we have imagined it to be. It’s a true treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

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

Beautiful facing water

Great for our family Christmas!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

Perfect house on Orr's Island for our Thanksgiving gathering

The house has lots of charm, space and comfort. Clean, well stocked, and great kitchen. We loved it. Our group of 9 (ages 4-73),plus 3 locals who came for dinners had a wonderful time. The house provides great space for all ages. The view is spectacular and we all loved walking on the rocks and searching the tidal pools. Highly recommend this house and host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Maine parent's weekend

We came up for the weekend for parent's weekend at our daughter's school and I am just sorry we did not spend more time at the house which is spacious yet cozy and would be amazing in the summer but just as great in the winter as the views are so gorgeous. Loved everything about this well appointed and perfectly situated house. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra R.

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

Perfect for a fall getaway

Our family had a wonderful weekend in this charming, comfortable, and warmly welcoming house. We walked on the beach and in the woods, read books by the wood stove, and explored Bath and Wiscasset. The house has everything you need to relax plus nice bathrooms, comfortable beds and pretty views. We hope to come back and stay a little longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house!

This was a beautiful homr to stay in. Lots of room, great location and well equipped!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regan S., North Palm Beach, USA

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

Relaxing and recharging

Our 12 day stay in this quiet place was most enjoyable. We did lots of cooking, reading, and soaking up the sunrises and afternoon sun. The fenced area provided a secure place to play with our dogs.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

Perfect for our weekend

The house was perfect for our needs. 6 adults in town for a graduation. Easy and beautiful drive to Brunswick/Bowdoin and great location for a base to enjoy the area. The highlight is certainly the porch and the great views from almost every window. Well stocked kitchen. Owner was easy to reach for questions before and during and the house gives off a great Maine vibe. Lots of books, too. We highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Natalie Shiras

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I am a retired pastor of Church on the Hill (United Church of Christ) in Lenox, MA and I have two grown children. My grandfather bought this property in 1957 and my parents built this home in 1996 for their retirement. I inherited the property in 2010.

Why they chose this property

This is a spectacular property on a quiet island. The home is winterized for a great vacation all year long. There are pathways and 13 acres (total) of wooded and shoreline property, board games, HD TV, stereo, and DVD player. The side yard has an enclosed dog-run. First floor includes a large kitchen and dining room; large living room; wood stove; entertainment room/office; a large porch with ocean views, a mudroom, and an enclosed porch. Full bath on first floor with shower. There is a large shed with wood storage and an outdoor shower. Second floor includes master bedroom with queen (oceanview); bedroom with full-sized bed (oceanview); bedroom with twin bed (oceanview); and a bedroom with twin bed (and a trundle bed underneath that slides out) with wooded view; and a full bathroom. The sleeping loft on the third floor has two twin beds and space for two mattresses (wooded and ocean views).

What makes this property unique

The ocean, fresh seafood, fresh lobster, beautiful sunrise views of the water. Home includes all kitchen and cooking utensils, including lobster picks, pot, plates, and aprons for eating lobster. The house is a carpenter's dream. All wood interior in the style of a New England craftsman cottage, with all modern conveniences. The property is spectacular, especially the one acre shore property. It is rocky, but yields to a small pebbly beach at low tide. 180 degree views of the open ocean from the shore. Shore access is a private path on our property, which is very close to the ocean. You can hear the ocean with the windows open from every room in the house.

Languages:

English, Spanish