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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Portland, ME
  • Place, Fifth Maine Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Umbrella Cover Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Richard Boyd Art Gallery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Peaks Island

This vacation home places you next to Casco Bay and within 2 miles (3 km) of Richard Boyd Art Gallery. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Battery Steele - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Battery Steele - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fifth Maine Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Umbrella Cover Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Richard Boyd Art Gallery - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 45 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪North43Bistro - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Scratch Baking Co. - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Angoor Wine Bar - ‬31 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.

Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!


Bella Vista is a 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home sitting directly on the Atlantic Ocean side of Peaks Island at Elm Tree Cove. One of only 2 houses on a small dirt road abutting a land preserve and conservation land. See and hear the ocean waves crash into the rocks just outside of your living room and bedroom windows. Spectacular views from every room. Enjoy your morning coffee on the large covered porch with an unobstructed view of the sunrise and a panoramic view up and down the rocky coastline.. Absolutely breathtaking! One of the best spots on the backshore.

The home is a well maintained cottage home with 3 bedrooms. All are tastefully decorated, and all have ocean views!!!.

The 1st floor has a well stocked updated kitchen with good size refrigerator and an electric stove/oven and microwave. There is also a long L shaped dining/living room designed to take full advantage of the amazing view. There is also a library and a full bath with a shower on the 1st floor.

The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms: the 1st with a queen size bed and a half bath attached. The 2nd has a a full size bed and a futon. The 3rd has a twin and an Antique bed (small full - 48x72). There is also full bath with a shower/Jacuzzi tub.

Peaks island is a 15 minute ferry from Portland, where you can experience a beautiful seaside town with a wide variety of great restaurants and activities. The island offers exceptional walking, jogging, horse riding, tennis, swimming and relaxing with a wild bird preserve, a social club for activities, little shops, grocery store and restaurants. You can easily walk to everything.

Amenities: wifi, weber gas grill, 42" flat panel LCD TV, cable TV, microwave, full-size oven range, toaster, Drip coffee-maker, Keurig coffee maker, all cooking and baking utensils you would need including a lobster pot, fire extinguisher and smoke detectors, washer/dryer, parking for 2 cars.

Things you'll find stocked at the cottage: propane for the gas grill, bedspreads and pillows (BATH TOWELS, BLANKETS AND LINENS ARE NOT INCLUDED, BUT ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENT - see below)*, the tools to make a lobster dinner, cleaning supplies, full set of dinnerware, cups, mugs, etc., grill tools, family games.

Week long bookings are Sat - Sat. Between June 15 and Sept 15 WEEKLY BOOKINGS ONLY!!! Weekends considered between those dates if within 1 month of start of occupancy. Inquire of Owner (rates for on peak weekends if approved may be different than posted rate).

Dogs are welcome.

*LINENS: If you wish to rent linens, please let me know They are available through our cleaning service. We do not mark up the price, but just offer this as a service for our guests: The rates are for the duration of your stay: flat rate of $160 for all beds and 8 towel sets (face, hand and bath).

These prices are cheaper than local rentals and the beds will be made before your stay and stripped for you, so there is nothing for you to do.


We have another property nearby, a 60 second walk, please check it out
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The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Stretch out in the jetted tub. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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    Property amenities

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Car not required
    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Dishwasher
    • Ice maker
    • Lobster/crab pot
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 3 bedrooms

    Bathroom

    • 2.5 bathrooms
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Jetted bathtub
    • Shower

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Living room
    • Separate dining area

    Entertainment

    • Games
    • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

    Outdoor areas

    • Barbecue grill
    • Garden
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Porch/lanai

    Laundry

    • Laundry facilities
    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Heating

    Pets

    • Pet friendly
    • Welcoming dogs only
    • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoking not allowed

    Location highlights

    • Near the bay
    • Near the ocean
    • On the waterfront

    Things to do

    • Fishing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Horseback riding nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Wildlife walks nearby

    Safety features

    • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
    • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • Garden
    • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

    Policies

    Check-in

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

    Check-out

    Check-out before 10:00 AM
    Contactless check-out available

    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

    Pets

    • This property welcomes pets
    • Dogs only
    • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
    • Service animals exempt from fees
    • Note from host: Dogs only 60 lbs and under

    Children and extra beds

    Children allowed: ages 0-17

    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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    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: 10:00 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.
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
    • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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    DIRECT OCEANFRONT Perfect location
    NEW Special 2019 Rates!!! Direct Oceanfront Perfect Location

    Frequently asked questions

    What's there to see around this vacation home?

    This vacation home is located in Peaks Island, just steps from Casco Bay. You'll also find Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal and Merrill Auditorium within a short drive.

    Is parking available on site at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

    No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

    Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

    No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

    Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

    No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

    What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

    Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a jetted bathtub and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

    Are there hot tubs at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

    No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all house.

    Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

    No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

    Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

    Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

    Are there connecting rooms at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

    No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

    Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

    The closest major airport to this vacation home is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is 9.2 mi away (62 minutes by car). Another top airport is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is around 26.8 mi away.

    Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location!?

    Yes, every house at Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location! comes with a porch/lanai and some offer ocean views.

    Absolutely Breathtaking Direct Oceanfront Cottage ~ Perfect Location! Reviews

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

    9.4/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Rowan M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beautiful home, exactly as listed. Gino is an excellent host. My husband, our dogs and I really enjoyed watching the sun rise over the ocean from the front porch.
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Cameron C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    What a view!
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Christopher W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Fabulous place. Peaks Island.
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Kandi B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Seamless checkin and check out. The location is excellent for views and quiet. Loved it! Will return.
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    holly o.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Perfect girls weekend

    The cottage was absolutely perfect for our girls weekend! The location is very private and the view and sound of the ocean was so lovely. We all agreed that we will try to make Bella Vista a destination for future gatherings. Loved it!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

    6/10 Okay

    Andy B.

    Disliked: Cleanliness
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Marisa B.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Beautiful spot!

    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Perfect Island Get-A-Way

    My family and I can't say enough about this property. It was wonderful. Pictures can't possibly capture the incredible views or the wonderful accommodations. All three spacious bedrooms had direct ocean views. The first floor living space was open and inviting and the kitchen, actually the whole house, was beautifully appointed with everything we could possibly need for our family reunion. We had big family breakfasts at the farmhouse size table with full ocean views, grilled and ate outside on the wide front porch. The house was perfectly located for fishing, bird watching, hiking and exploring Battery Steele and it was a walkable distance from the restaurants and stores closer to the ferry. Although Peaks Island can be fairly crowded with day trippers and golf carts, the house is at the end of a quiet dirt lane that ends at a trailhead. So, our stay was peaceful and serene. Would give this host and this location more stars if we could!
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    paul m.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Quiet and peaceful

    We were up for a wedding at Peaks Island in October. A ferry ride over and a very short drive to the unit. It is located on the North East side of the island with beautiful rocky shore views. The unit itself is clean and inviting. Rustic style charm, natural woods, and warm.
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Kimberly N.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Family holiday

    I spent summers on Long Island in Casco Bay always dreaming of staying at Peak’s Island to see what all the hype was about… Well, it exceeded my expectations at this location! The communication with the owner, to the comfort of the cottage and view was priceless. We are already planning for next summer 😃
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Bob J.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Peaceful, picturesque, playful Peaks Island place

    Our family of mom, dad, 2 adult children, their spouses, 2 granddaughters, and a Boston terrier had a week of reconnecting with each other on Peaks Island in this beautiful house. Gino is a great communicator. He gave us details of the workings of the house and property, well ahead of time. The large front porch and quiet path in front of the house were perfect for the "littles" to explore and play, without fear of road traffic. The beds are comfortable and the wonderful windows that are screened and open easily gave us the best part of the trip.....the constant sound of the ocean. The kitchen is updated, well equipped, and clean. The 3 bathrooms, with one on the ground floor, made life easy. The washer and dryer is another great addition to the light, bright, breezy, and quiet home. We took advantage of the stove, oven, gas grill, comfy porch chairs, and large dining table and chairs. We hope to stay here again. We loved our visit.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Ann H.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    One of the Best Vacations Spots

    Six of us had the great fortune to stay at this beautiful cottage the week of July 15th. The home is very comfortable and was well stocked with all the staples and kitchen equipment we needed. There was a cool breeze every night and there was a fan so sleeping conditions were perfect. The view from the front porch was so magnificent that we spent the majority of our time sitting there and looking out over the ocean. It was the most relaxing vacation I have ever experienced. The only downside is the number of golf carts and people coming down to the lookout spot in front of the cottage. They did not bother us in the least, but you should expect this. I would definitely consider staying here again and highly recommend it to others.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Sherri S.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Perfect location!

    Beautiful home with lots of comfortable places to sit and relax. The whole house has views of the water and sunrise. Very private, perfect location. Our favorite house rental on Peaks by far!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Julie F., Cincinnati, OH USA

    Liked: Cleanliness

    An amazing vacation

    Peaks Island is an absolutely beautiful place. We really enjoyed our vacation. The house is located right on the water where we would sit on the porch and watch the waves crash into the rocks. Every window on the front of the house looked over the water. Gino was great to work with and communication and check in was very easy. We would definitely stay here again. If you want a beautiful, serene, relaxing vacation, this is it. I would recommend renting a golf cart, we were really glad we did and explored the island with it.
    Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Colleen T.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    The best place to stay on Peaks Island!

    I loved this place! It is the second house located on a short dirt road with only two houses on it. It is so peaceful and quiet. After the house there is a trail you can walk. In front of the house there is the road, some bushes, beautiful rocks and then the ocean. You can watch the sunrise. The house itself is so cute and has everything you need. It is up-to-date and the windows open easily so with a nice breeze coming in. You won't be sorry if you rent this house.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Gretchen A.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    great location and space

    We stayed here with our 3 yr and 1 yr old. It is a beautiful house, Gino was extremely responsive and kind, and the location was perfect. Hiking trail right next to the house but private enough where we felt like we could relax while we were at the house. Our 3 yr old loved climbing on the rocks in front of the house. Would stay again!
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

    8/10 Good

    Dana M., Warner, USA

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Gorgeous views from the porch & from every bedroom!

    The cottage sits in a special location that takes full advantage of all the views the back shore of Peaks Island has to offer. However, while it sits at the end of a dead-end dirt road, the dead end leads to public hiking paths as well as public rocky beaches adjacent to the property, meaning that there was a steady stream of traffic past the porch. While it was mostly kind islanders and tourists, there was a late night trio of loud, drunken young men who seemingly had just discovered swearing and alcohol. They were gone in less than a half hour though, having run out of booze. Not a complaint, but want to give a heads-up that while the cottage is lovely and welcoming with a great porch that overlooks the best part of Casco Bay, it is not as private as we would have liked. Still a gorgeous spot. And a lovely cottage with all the needs for a vacationing group.
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Cheryl O.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Ocean Views Amazing

    Cute little property great location access to everything we needed we rented a golf cart to get around the island for a couple days it was so much fun… The children were comfortable the nook in the living room was amazing for a nap!
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Katherine D., Burlington, Vermont

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Great family vacation!

    We had a great time at Gino’s house. The space was perfect for a family to gather, eat meals, and enjoy the stunning views of Elm Cove. We’ve been coming to the island for over 30 years (some of us longer), and this was one of the best spots we have stayed. The kitchen is well appointed, the appliances are nice, and the bedrooms are spacious with great views. It is unique to find a home on Peaks with 3 bathrooms, which makes the space even more comfortable for a long stay. We will be back!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Katie H.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Great oceanfront house!

    Good-sized living and dining areas with amazing views of the ocean! Lovely front porch. Great location. Gino was very responsive and helpful.
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Kelly M., Holden Mass

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Gem!!!

    Awesome place with beautiful views from every room!!! Owner was great to work with!! Hope to return again someday!!!
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Celia T.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Incredible property!!

    This was a wonderful, relaxing property in a beautiful setting.
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

    6/10 Okay

    Holly B.

    Disliked: Cleanliness

    Fantastic Location; house needs improvement

    Not providing basic linens is absurd. Four of us arrived for a three night visit, and having not read the fine print, discovered the day before arrival that there would be no towels or sheets, pillowcases, etc. Had we known, we would have selected another house to rent, as needing to bring linens from California for a short trip is not practical. Gino had someone drop off two sets to us, which we appreciated. But stating this in bold highlighted font in the property description would have been appreciated. The house is spectacularly located but… it’s dirty. There’s a giant jetted jacuzzi tub, but there’s mold growing in the jets. All the lightbulbs were burned out in the kitchen and no additional bulbs anywhere to be found, so we scavenged from other light fixtures. There were no basic amenities generally provided, not even soap. There were cobwebs everywhere. The dryer was broken, there was a plumbing leak which caused water to pool in a downstairs room when someone was taking a shower upstairs. And no towels to mop up the water. The floors are severely warped so the beds on rolling metal frames slide into the center of the room and had to be propped with cardboard. But the location cannot be beat. Beautiful views and so lovely to hear the waves crashing just feet away. Stocking the house with bedsheets and towels, soap and other basics seems like a simple and inexpensive thing to do to improve travelers experience and resulting ratings. Gino was communicative and I appreciated that.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Joulian W.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Great Island Great House

    We really enjoyed our stay. Very nice section of the island right on the water. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We rented a golf cart and explored the island. The family really liked that. Hannigan's Market had everything we needed and had really good sandwiches. Would rent this house again. Thanks Gino
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Melissa H.

    Liked: Cleanliness

    Spectacular views!

    It doesn’t get much better than waking up to a spectacular sunrise except perhaps watching the full moon rise above the horizon! This property is situated right along a cove next to a preserve, perfect for exploring and fishing. Quiet and serene, Gino answered all our questions in a timely manner. Check in and check out couldn’t have been any easier!