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Waterfront Cottage on Beautiful Horseshoe Cove, Cape Rosier, Brooksville

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Private kitchen
Interior
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

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Brooksville, ME
  • Place, Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
  • Place, Maine Maritime Academy
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪77 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Harborside

Located within a leisurely stroll of Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Great Island.
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What's nearby

  • Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 76 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Maine Lobster Lady - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪El El Frijoles - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪LDI Lobster - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Danny Murphy's Pub - ‬47 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Cottage on Beautiful Horseshoe Cove, Cape Rosier, Brooksville

New two-story shorefront cozy cottage has beautiful views of Horseshoe Cove from both floors.
Just a short walk to our dock and pocket beach.
Horseshoe Cove is unique and is off Penobscot Bay with all its islands and coves.
Cozy, comfortable living room, kitchen/dining area, and downstairs bathroom with shower, antique marble sink with hot and cold running water. Toilet is an outdoor privy.
Upstairs is a studio with northern light for artists and a large open bedroom with queen-size bed and two rocking chairs in front of the arched window with view to the cove.
Across the road is Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park with miles of trails to hike.
Across the cove is another wildlife refuge to explore.
Cape Rosier Road leads to Bakeman’s Beach with beautiful views with stunning views to the stunning islands of Penobscot Bay.
Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and bicycles are available locally and they deliver and pick up at our property.
Acadia National Park is in the area along with many other scenic attractions.
In town is the well-known capital Tinder Hearth Bakery with wood-fired pizza, bread, and pastries.
Bucks Harbor Market with deli and country store as well as Bucks Restaurant.
The Bagaduce Launch is a takeout spot on the banks of the reversing tidal falls.
The cottage is heated and features a separate bedroom.

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Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please use broom and dustpan to sweep the cottage and leave it as you found it. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Harborside within a short 5-minute walk of Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park. Great Island is also within a driving distance of 3.3 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Are there hot tubs at Waterfront Cottage on Beautiful Horseshoe Cove, Cape Rosier, Brooksville?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is about 21.8 mi away. Another top airport is Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional), which is around 24.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Waterfront Cottage on Beautiful Horseshoe Cove, Cape Rosier, Brooksville?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Waterfront Cottage on Beautiful Horseshoe Cove, Cape Rosier, Brooksville.

Reviews

Waterfront Cottage on Beautiful Horseshoe Cove, Cape Rosier, Brooksville Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

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Reviews

8/10 Good

rebecca r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

Kels house was beautiful. There is no oven/stove and the two burner takes awhile to boil water for your am coffee so start it before your shower :) The toilet was broken so we were the first to use a newly built outhouse! It is a quiet location and one can see the moon from the upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025