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She sells seashells by the seashore.

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Exterior
The deck off the great room
Great room looking toward the deck
great room looking at the water
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South Thomaston, ME
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rockland Harbor Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

no water view

1 Queen Bed

room 1

1 Queen Bed

room 2

1 Queen Bed

suite

1 Queen Bed

twin room

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

en suite

Shower only

laundry

Bathtub · Shower only

room 2

Shower only

suite

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

She sells seashells by the seashore.

Situated on 2.2 landscaped acres with 200' of oceanfront on Mussel Ridge Channel in mid- coast Maine, this updated one-time B&B easily accommodates 4 families with a bunch of kids. Mid-coast is a perfect jumping off point for day trips to Acadia, Portland and even Moosehead Lake. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs, one with en suite bath, the other with bath across the hall. This bath also serves as the downstairs bathroom. Downstairs, the recently renovated kitchen opens into a large (approx. 22'x26') sunny dining & great room that has a 32" smart TV. Internet is also available. The kitchen is fully equipped including lobster and corn cookers. The large deck off the great room comfortably seats 14 for meals and includes a wing shade. The photos were taken before the spring bloom and before the 'wing' had been put up over the deck. The wing provides a modicum of shade as it can get quite toasty out there.
Upstairs has a suite with a large sitting room that includes 2 double bed futons and two twin beds. This area includes a full bath with a large walk-in shower, and a small kitchen. There is also a room with a queen bed (the only bedroom without an ocean view) and a room with 2 twin beds. Both rooms are share a large bathroom that also contains full laundry facilities.
There's even a croquet set so you can play a game at sunset and enjoy your Aperol spritz. The house also has many games and puzzles to be enjoyed in case of inclement weather.
Kayakers will love the short carry to the water. And if you just want to sit outside and watch the changing colors of the water, there's no better spot than this. Heron sit on the rocks early in the morning and the lobster boats hum as they pick up their traps in the channel. Walk the rocky beach and you'll find interesting shells and stones among the mussel shells that have been dropped by the seagulls.
Dogs are permitted and I know they'll have the time of their lives and sleep like babies with all the swimming and running they will do while visiting. I ask that they stay off the furniture (right!) and more important, that you patrol the area and pick up after them.
I'm sure that this property will fulfill all of your mid-coast Maine vacation needs and that you, like all of my friends and family members, will come to love staying at this property.

Property manager

Karen L. Knopper

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this holiday home is by the ocean. Owls Head Transportation Museum and General Henry Knox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Breakwater Vineyards and Coastal Children's Museum. Sail Power and Steam Museum and Maine State Prison Store 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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South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Sandy Beach - 11 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle Street Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Flipside - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Primo - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is She sells seashells by the seashore. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at She sells seashells by the seashore.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at She sells seashells by the seashore.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is She sells seashells by the seashore. located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Breakwater Vineyards and Birch Point Beach State Park. Birch Point Beach and General Henry Knox Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scarlet B.

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

Have loved this house and the view is second to none. Our second time renting.

Our disappointment was only that the home was very dirty. The cleaning people had been there, however I’m not sure exactly what their duties were supposed to be. Clearly, inadequately completed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S., New Canaan, CT

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

Perfect family retreat

We had a wonderful time at this gorgeous property on the coast! So much room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. Perfect house for extended family groups. Karen was a delight to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harvey K.

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

Loved Property

The house handles our group of 11 people well. The location was close enough to town to make errands easy but far enough away to enjoy privacy. Being right on the water was a priority for us and this house met the goal well. The property is well kept and working with Karen was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

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

Fabulous location. Perfect vacation spot for my family. Definitely a pace we want to return to

Vacation and family reunion
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S., Wading River, NY

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

Favorite

This home continues to be a family favorite to relax, enjoy the wildlife and beauty of the Maine mid coast. It is spacious, well equipped and comfortable. The owner is always an absolute pleasure to communicate with. No downsides here!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick S., Groton Ma United States

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

Family vacation

Property was beautiful. View was awesome. Plenty of room inside and out. Karen was very pleasant and excellent to work with. Definitely will stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

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

Awesome

This was a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Awesome family vacation

We had a wonderful time. The house was perfect for a group of 9, the view was spectacular, the kitchen was fully equipped. We went kayaking, walking, enjoyed the porch. The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do including the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Bar Harbor. We didn't;t want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S., Wading River, NY

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

Love this property!

Our experience staying at this property has been stellar on all four visits. The amenities provide everything you could need in a clean and comfortable home. The location is beautiful and encourages you to really relax. The owner is an absolute pleasure to work with always. I just can't say enough positive things about staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Great summer vacation

We enjoyed everything about the home! It is perfectly situated, with fabulous views from almost every window in the house. We spent most of our time on the deck! The house is well equipped, bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone! We easily kayaked from the beach. Loved the short drive to Rockland, Tenant’s Harbor and Port Clyde. Karen was great to work with! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jan D., Abington,MA

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

Fabulous Time

We had a wonderful family week with 10 adults and our grandchildren . Everyone enjoyed their own bedroom, we had plenty of bathrooms too. The kitchen had everything we needed even a big lobster pot for our last meal on Friday. Karen was quick to answer our questions and helpful with anything we asked for. The location was great. We collected shells, pretty rocks and sea glass. Kayaking was fun too. Thanks for the use of your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scarlet B., Palm Coast, FL

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

Family vacation

We loved the location and house.. the views are tremendous from the deck and living areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hermann Q., New York

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

wonderful summer escape

This is by the best experienced we have in Maine. The house condition is perfect and it looks even better than the posted pictures on the website. Karen the manager made every process easy for us. I would highly recommend this to anyone! Best, Hermann
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

jennifer k., Brooklyn, NY

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

The most beautiful house with panoramic water views!

We had the most AMAZING two weeks staying in this beautiful house with sprawling green grounds, gorgeous panoramic views, of the water, and the beach and large sunbathing rocks were right at our finger tips. There was so much to do- kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, fishing and canoeing. It was my sister and my self plus kids and parents. Everyone was very happy and found fun things to do with out having to leave the house. There is a cute Country store, Keags, nearby and also Jess’s seafood for fresh lobster etc. very well located house. The owner was great at getting back to us and the house is very well stocked. We will be back for sure! Thanks for such an amazing stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Pam R.

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

Family vacation

We got this house on short notice due to COVID. We had to cancel our original reservation and pick a different state. Karen was so accommodating with ALL of my questions! Check in was a breeze and the view was amazing. Nice jumping off spot for day trips and very relaxing to just stay at the house as well. About the only downside was the sand and the wifi. Nothing you can do about that sand. It's hard to keep sand out of a house when it is the coast of Maine! The wifi was slow, but we expected that with 8 people in our party. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alice V.

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

Home Away from Home

Location was perfect for our family. (Sightseeing, biking, kayaking, paddle boarding & swimming ) Had lobster rolls at a variety of places nearby. House was comfortable & well furnished . Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee G.

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

Maine Wedding

House was beautiful and so large. The views were amazing. When you walk into the kitchen/great room and see the water and the sun it takes your breath away. It was delightful to play old board games and see pictures from the loving home as it was years ago. Hope to come back next year for another family wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bonilyn D.

Perfectly peaceful!

A wonderful place for a family vacation. Easily accommodated the six of us - Me, my husband, and four adult children, with our dogs. Great access to the water, whether you like a beach or boulders. The view is fantastic! We rented kayaks for the week, and enjoyed the beautiful coast line. Early morning fog generally burned off by late morning and kept things from heating up too much. The house is beautifully maintained, and well equipped. Plenty of room to spread out, and great spaces to gather. We enjoyed both the deck and the yard. Just sitting by the sea, reading, eating, talking, was so relaxing. My husband is in a wheelchair, and we brought a 6" folding metal ramp with us, which worked great at the front door. He and I used one of the downstairs bedrooms, which worked well. The bathrooms are not too accessible, although we were able to get his smaller travel chair into one of the ground floor ones. If you are using a wheelchair and need to get into the bathroom, you might want to request measurements. Overall, we could not have asked for a better set-up that accommodated all our needs. The area is lovely, with a 10-15 minute drive to Rockland, and then another 15 minutes or so to Camden. Lots of places close by to get lobster. We would definitely return here, if the occasion arises.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Zalmen B.

My Dream Vacation Was Reality!

We had a wonderful stay! This is a clean, big, spacious house with lots of living areas, and a stunning view of the ocean. It's located in a quiet neighborhood, which gave us this feeling of serenity and peace. It has a kitchen with all necessities and the best part was the table on the deck where we could eat and see the beautiful scenic surroundings. Even though the first day was quite foggy, it was still very nice. The tide was wonderful to watch as the ocean lowered and raised. There are various interesting shells to be found among the rocks. The lawn has 3 temperatures... First is the sun that's warming and tanning us. Next is the shade, the trees that offer a delicious breeze. Then when you go deeper under the large trees, the weather is quite cool. (And this is all facing the ocean!) This was truly a vacation! We recommend this to everyone! Thank you, Karen, for making our dream vacation a reality! Family Bandh

About the host

Hosted by Karen L. Knopper

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Languages:

English