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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Paddleworks
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Quaint antique island home

Roomy three bedroom house. Downstairs master bedroom (queen bed). Upstairs bedroom (queen), bedroom (2 twins). Large living room, formal dining room, two full baths, den, kitchen, laundry, shed. We offer two HDTV's with free high speed wireless internet, a landline phone, and a library and board games. Enjoy a large, mowed back yard, shore privileges, and a view of sunsets over Harpswell Sound. Patio with gas grill and seating available in the back yard. This is an old house, with plenty of charm, but floors are not completely level in spots and the carpeted stairs to the upstairs are somewhat steep.

We are located south of Brunswick approximately 11 miles from Cooks Corner, which makes for easy day trips up and down the rt 1 corridor. Several local grocery stores and shopping are nearby. Local beaches, restaurants, ice cream and gift shops are a quick drive from the house. There are plenty of walking trails nearby as well.

Property manager

Mallory R
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
water and septic: no product other than toilet paper is to be flushed down the toilet. No wipes, diapers, tissues etc, please throw in trash.
Toilets/Please make sure toilets are not left running, this will drain the expansion tank and you will come home to no water until the system is reset
shore access allowed, you are responsible for yourselves. No outdoor or indoor fires or fireworks please.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orrs Island

Located in Orrs Island, this holiday home is by the ocean. Casco Bay and Ragged Island reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Paddleworks and Land's End Gift Shop. Ash Cove Pottery and Maine Maritime Museum 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
  • Paddleworks - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bowdoin College - 23 min drive - 23.4 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 36 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 22 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Allen's Seafood - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cod Cafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint antique island home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quaint antique island home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint antique island home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint antique island home located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Casco Bay and Paddleworks. Ragged Island and Bailey Island Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Visiting Friends

Love at first sight. Came to visit a friend in Brunswick and fell in love with everything! After several excursions around the Maine coast, returned to a very comfortable home away from home. Mallory was very gracious and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina J.

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

Perfect little house

Beautiful cozy home. Enjoyed watching the deer in the backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

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

Absolutely a wonderful stay

This house is so quaint and beautiful. We knew pulling into the driveway that we were in for a treat.The house was better than described. We are fans of old houses, so this was a treat to us. Everything was wonderful. The area is beautiful. We didn’t want to leave. You so much. Area is beautiful. We didn’t want to
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Great stay!

The house was great! It was so clean and the location was perfect for us being so close to where our friends were getting married. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Listing was accurate and Mallory was great

We were fortunate to meet Mallory’s mother and learn the history of the house and island. Joan’s visit was the bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

elainne l.

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

Such a lovely home

We are repeat vacationers at this lovely Orrs Island property. It’s quiet and peaceful with a beautiful large yard which makes it very private. It’s a quaint old maine home like those of my childhood but it has been updated & furnished for the comforts of a larger group. The location is perfect with many favorite haunts nearby. We love the proximity of the ocean and smell of salt air. You can’t go wrong in making this your base for a stay in the state of Maine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy m.

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

Beautiful old home with inviting decor in a most beautiful coastal Maine location.

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb L.

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

Wonderful vacation!

Orr House is an absolute gem ! It is comfortable, spacious, and well outfitted with everything you might possibly need. The property is serene and rolls along to the water. Sunsets are gorgeous right from the backyard. We felt surrounded by nature, and enjoyed watching a turkey family, deer, dicks, and many birds. It was a joy for us to stay in this historic home, and our hosts Mallory and her mother Joan made our week complete!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

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

Perfect week on Orr's Island

We had the perfect week at this spacious, unique house! Prime location with plenty of room for our family of four to relax, play in the yard, and outfitted with everything we needed. Great showers, comfortable beds, tons of room to spread out, and perfect cool breezes through the windows overnight and every morning. Spotlessly clean, well stocked kitchen supplies, and fans and ACs for the few times the temps felt a little too hot. We hope to come back again next year! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

A great place to stay

The house was very clean and spacious with a well stocked kitchen and comfortable beds. The uneven floors and steep staircase do require good mobility, but doable. The setting is very quiet and it was easy to get to many sights. Nearby restaurants and galleries/artisans were a plus. The Wi-Fi was strong which was great since cell coverage was spotty. It was humid the week we were there and the ACs and fans helped out. The hydrangeas and the reading book were added bonuses. We would return!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Harpswell Maine

Loved the walk from the house down to the water! It’s a beautiful area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

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

Lovely getaway!

Property was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cindy G.

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

Review

The listing said norhing about stairs to 2nd floor which were very dangerous. There was no access to beach and it was more than a 1 minute walk. 2nd floor was very hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

5 star rental!!!

The property was exactly as described and more. It had lots of spices, condiments, coffee & filters (drip coffeemaker). The large living groom had plenty of sitting areas. It also had a cute reading nook with tons of books and another TV. Be sure to walk down the back at sunset!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Nice historic house in great location

We really enjoyed this property. It had all of the charm and flavor of the area that we were hoping for. It is an upgraded home from the 1800s, so it's not the cookie cutter box that so many VRBOs are. We spent time in the huge back yard, where we saw a wild turkey and a deer come meandering by. Then we took a long walk on the property, down by the bay. It was beautiful. Being an older two story home with some unevenness in the floors, if someone has serios mobility issues, it might not be a perfect fit, but if you want an authentic New England coastal house in a beautiful area, this is great. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn P.

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

Lovely!

This was a lovely place to stay. I felt right at home in the old house (we live in a 1911 bungalow in Tulsa, so I'm familiar with old house quirks). Being able to walk down to the water was a lovely surprise as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F.

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

Maine vacation

Impessive antique farmhouse. All needs met plus more.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caoilin B.

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

Orrs Island Cottage

Beautiful and charming vintage cottage where the grounds roll down to the water. Abundant charm, super clean, close to town, restaurants and trails. We couldn’t ask for anything better. Loved everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

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

Enjoyable stay

Stayed for a few days with friends. Mal was easy to work with and was so great to our group. House was perfect for our needs...a place to stay and hang out. We were able cook meals and get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

A nice place to stay

The house was a nice place to stay at. Everything was clean when we arrived. We didn't experience any issues during our stay. They had provided everything that you needed for your stay. They have a nice walkway down to the water. I would recommend to others and would stay there again the next time we visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F., State College, PA United States

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

Great getaway

Our family really enjoyed our stay here—so nice to see the Maine coast on the drive in, and then experience this quaint home. We were very close to outdoor activities, good restaurants, and the Bailey Island general store, which had a nice cafe within. The house had all the amenities we needed, and the property was wonderful, too, with a great backyard. Excellent communication with our host. House is on the main island road, but we had no issues with ingress/egress from the driveway, and it was not noisy. We were there in early June and still needed to use the furnace a bit. The upstairs landing could pose a problem for some; exercising caution will help. I wish we’d stayed an extra night or two.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

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

Great, unique home

We had a great stay in Harpswell. The home is very clean and a nice, unique departure from cookie-cutter condos. Plenty of space to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marc G.

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

Rustic farmhouse

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The host is very nice and very responsive. The house is spacious and rustic with a big beautiful piece of property. Having rented in the area for many years, the size factor is an unusual plus for a rental property. The place is thoughtfully supplied and will have everything you need. It is well located in terms of proximity to beaches, vistas and shopping. One should be aware that rusticity is an accurate descriptor both in terms of charm and the practical realities of a very old house that needs work. The house seems to have foundation issues which not only makes the floor uneven in spots (not a big deal) but also adds a bit of a damp feeling which is not a huge problem but may bother some. Overall, I recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

TrudiAnn S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We loved this cottage. The backyard space and the sunset views from there were amazing! The location is great and we were able to explore Harpswell without feeling rushed. Mallory had great suggestions for things to do. It was a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Comfy and super clean

The house is certainly quirky! For those with mobility issues, the floors can be a challenge and there are some steps to navigate, but overall, the house was extremely clean and comfortable for our family, ages 86-17. Really appreciated the living room and bedroom air cons, upgraded tv and extra pillows and towels. Mal is a great host, super quick to respond and very helpful. We loved the Orr’s Island Library book sale, sunsets at Land’s End, and ice cream at Island’s.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mallory R

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We purchased this home after years of summering on Orr's Island. The home is very special to the family as it was my grandmother's residence and my parents' home for a number of years. My parents now live nearby and we have chosen to share this lovely spot for others to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

The location of this property is ideal for day trips in the midcoast area and has all the great charm an island vacation can provide. Cool ocean breezes keep the climate temperate and the salt ocean air is soothing to the soul.

What makes this property unique

On a summer night enjoy the stars easily visible without all the light pollution that you would experience in a city. Catch some fireflies and watch for deer and turkeys parading around in the moonlight.

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