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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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harpswell, ME
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • LL Bean Flagship Store
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grace's Place, a Real Maine Cottage

Grace's Place is a real Maine cottage , with pine floors and a working stone fireplace. Walk down the path to a sand and stone beach, read a book on the covered porch or outside deck with a great view of Harpswell Sound, Bailey's and Orr's Islands and the open ocean beyond, while the kids play in the yard.This is a very quiet location, just right for that get away you have been looking for, with enough room inside and out to avoid that 'cabin fever' feeling.

That said, Grace's Place is close to Brunswick with its music festival and music theater, Bowdoin College and great restaurants; Freeport, with LL Bean; Portland, with the Sea Dogs baseball team and great waterfront shopping and dining.

A deep water mooring is available for your boat.

Keywords: homey, quiet, restful,water access,mooring available

Property manager

Mary Deislinger
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
At the end of dead end street
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKEING on 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
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harpswell

Located by the sea, this cottage is in West Harpswell, a neighbourhood in Harpswell. Harriet Beecher Stowe House and First Parish Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ash Cove Pottery and Paddleworks. Land's End Gift Shop and Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections 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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harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bowdoin College - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 24 min drive - 19.6 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 33 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park - 43 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 19 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grace's Place, a Real Maine Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Grace's Place, a Real Maine Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grace's Place, a Real Maine Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grace's Place, a Real Maine Cottage located?

Located in West Harpswell, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Casco Bay, Ash Cove Pottery and Lower Goose Island. Eagle Island and Paddleworks are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elyssa W.

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

Great stay!

We had so much fun up in Maine and loved the cottage. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

whitney t.

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

Coastal cottage

Our family loved our stay at this lovely little cottage. Lots to explore in the surrounding areas and the hosts were gracious with our noisy 3 year old.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Peaceful and serene

We had such a wonder relaxing stay...the owners were so nice and attentive. Highly recommend for a calm and scenic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia Chase S.

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

Grace’s Place

We had a lovely stay in Grace’s Place. The location was great for exploring the nearby hiking trails and tidal areas and for easily getting into Brunswick for supplies. We especially enjoyed looking out over the bay each day.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther C.

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

Peaceful Beauty

A quiet place to relax and rejuvenate. Splendid accommodations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Grace's Place 2023

This was our 4th summer staying at Grace's Place. We love it and keep coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

July at Grace's Place

This was our 4th summer vacation at Grace's Place. That says something in itself. It is a wonderful location with a great view. The house has everything our extended family needed. It is always spotlessly clean when we arrive. We will return next summer for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Simplicity, water views and a step back in time.

So many wonderful spots to sit and enjoy the ocean breezes and the view. The owners are available, responsive and eager to make your stay positive. Grace's cottage is basic no-frills, but in a charming way. We keep coming back for a week of rest, relax and regroup.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

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

Grace's place

This was our first time ever being to Maine. We thought the location was great for us to explore Maine. We loved that it was on the ocean and we could walk down to the water when the tide was out. My husband and son fished from the bank and caught Striper. If you are needing bait when you get there go see the nice lady at Johnson's sporting goods in Brunswick. The Ice cream down the street was also really good and a nice treat after exploring all day. The only thing we really had a complaint about was there is no walk of any kind from the parking spot to the porch so in the morning when the grass is wet your shoes get wet and grassy. Other than that our family of 7 really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

frances v.

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

Quiet, comfortable, restful

Last days of summer and we spent most of our time there on the sun porch with view of water and curbstone bridge. Had everything we needed and plenty of room for a family or group even though we were only two.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessie G.

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

Perfect house to relax

This house is near lots of great sites in Maine but the purpose of this trip was to relax. We loved all the different places to spread out - front porch, sun room, deck, living room with a beautiful fireplace, and 4 bedrooms. We watched sunrises from the deck and drive up to Mitchell’s Field and Lookout Point for sunsets, and many trips for ice cream! We had perfect late summer weather but I loved that there were plenty of fans had the weather been warmer. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

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

Great Views

Communication with owner was great. They live next door, are easily accessible but give you your space and privacy. Plenty of space for a family or multiple couples. Views out to the otherside of the islands. Easy access to safe swimming cove. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Returning to Grace's Place

This was our second stay at Grace's Place. It would have been our third stay but we didn't book early enough in 2021 to beat the post COVID rush. We love this house. My previous review describes the house, the amenities and how well it is maintained. This time I would like to talk about the location and the surroundings. The house has a beautiful view of the bay, Orr's Island, the Crib Bridge and Bailey's Island. The house is perfect for children. Our 5 and 7 year old grandchildren stayed with us. There is absolutely no traffic near the house. The yard is a vast mowed lawn with a swing. Children can safely run and play outside. There is an ice cream stand within walking distance for after dinner treats. A 5 mile drive brings you to great fried fish stand (Erica's) located on a working harbor, or a town beach with shaded picnic tables, or Stover Cove Beach or a grand stand with weekly concerts, or a large tidal pool that can entertain for hours. 15 minutes driving brings you to Brunswick and all the shopping a small city can offer. A 30 minute drive gets you to Popham Beach. The best family beach in Maine. (plenty of parking and clean bathroom/changing room. The house was very comfortable for 4 adults and 2 children. We have rented many VRBO homes and this is our favorite by a big margin. We are already planning our 2023 summer at Grace's Place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Ottawa

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

We miss it already

This was our third time staying in this cottage and we absolutely love it, as do our children. Harpswell is marvellous and Grace's is a perfect cottage for a young family with a mix of teens and small kids. It is well appointed, the hosts are delightful and communicative and always make us feel right at home. A highlight is eating breakfast in the back deck and watching the water and the crib stone bridge. The only downfall is having to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

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

Harpswell Holiday

We enjoyed our stay at Grace's place. The cottage is clean and comfortable with a great view from the deck/porch. It's just a short walk down to the water and there are many activities nearby. What's more Pammy's Ice Cream is right down the street. Thank you Mary and Jack!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Everything we were hoping for and more

We loved our three weeks at Grace’s Place. It’s a charming house in a beautiful location, and Mary and Jack are excellent hosts- hands-off and helpful at the same time. We will definitely try to stay here again!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula Y.

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

Quiet, Comfortable, and Private

We loved spending time on the patio and sunporch, with the open front porch as another option for relaxation. The bathroom is spacious; everything is comfortable and homey. The kitchen is not super modern but had everything we needed. Very quiet, private place to get away, yet close enough to lighthouses, Acadia, and all the little towns to do some day trips. Parking space is on a fairly steep hill directly across the drive from the house.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

A great stay in Harpswell

The three porches at Grace’s Place is its highlight and the location is terrific. The house is a real gem and the neighbors are very nice. Really the only downfall from our stay was how hard the parking spots were to use with a vehicle larger (mini van). We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valentijn v.

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

A wonderful place to relax

We spent a week here and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and the calm, quiet location. Would love to have stayed longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

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

Wonderful cottage!

Grace's cottage was ideal for our summer get away. Thank you, Jack!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Grace's Place Soothes the Soul.

Relaxing, casual and comfortable cottage with a partial view of the water. The cottage offers such versatility in terms of where to nest - the living room-dining room, inside area, the sun room, the back deck and the front porch. One can follow the sun and or the breezes with one's choice. Brunswick is only 18 minutes away. The owners are accessible and helpful and eager to please.

10/10 Excellent

Jacob F.

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

Family vacation

Everything was perfect. 7 of us stayed for a week. Very comfortable and relaxing. Thank you so much Jack and Mary. All of us enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Columbus, OH

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

Maine is #1

So happy to return, finally, to this wonderful Harpswell location - great setting for gathering with our family, including 2 y/o granddaugther, after not being together in one place since Dec 2019! Hosts Mary and Jack are great, always accessible - Grace's Place is fun, convenient, comfortable, and a place of grace - we hope we can return soon -
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rani I., Brooklyn, NY

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

The perfect Maine oasis!

I had an incredible time renting Grace’s place. The home has a great location (walkable to a small beach) and is much more spacious than it seems in the photos. We loved the sun room and the porch, and all the bedrooms were a great size. It was clean, sunny, and beautiful — I wish I had more time there! Communicating with Jack and Mary was easy, and they responded to all our requests very promptly. I would love to return anytime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Beautiful Harpswell

Grace's Place is a meticulously maintained turn of the century summer ocean house. It has all the amenities we needed, a breath taking view of Stovers Cove, the crib bridge and all the boat traffic from the harbor. It is located about 1000 feet from the water. A grassy, well mowed, path leads you from the driveway to the sea. This is the most relaxing home we have ever rented. Absolutely no traffic or road noise pass near. Four adults, a two and five year old had plenty of space inside and out. There is a deck with grill (no extra charge, very rare) and picnic table. We ate our evening meal there every night and enjoyed the sunset. We found many things to do within a 15 minute drive. Stovers Point is a beach you can drive onto. It's great for kids with gradual shallow water. Potts Point at low tide is a wonderful place for everyone to explore the tidal pools. Mitchell's Field has another great beach for kids and shaded picnic tables. All three of these places are free. Pammy's ice cream stand is within walking distance. They serve Hill Top brand ice cream, possible the best anywhere. Jack and Mary, the hosts, were very nice and always available if you wanted them. My family has rent many homes through VRBO and this one was by far the best. We will return again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mary Deislinger

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Retired high school English teacher and CPA

Why they chose this property

Nearness to Brunswick,Bowdoin Collage, Portland & LL Bean & Freeport

What makes this property unique

A peaceful setting, a great getaway, a perfect place for children

Languages:

English

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