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A kitchen with wooden beams, a stove, microwave, and a sink.
A cozy cabin-style room with wooden walls, a blue sofa, two armchairs, a television, and a small table.
A cozy living room with wooden walls, a blue sofa, a wicker chair, a TV stand, and a staircase leading upstairs.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a dining table with chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a window with a beach scene, and a white door.

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6.0 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Peaks Island, ME
  • Place, Fifth Maine Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Richard Boyd Art Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Umbrella Cover Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • 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 a 5-minute walk of Fifth Maine Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Fifth Maine Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Richard Boyd Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Umbrella Cover Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Battery Steele - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Battery Steele - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 38 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Luke’s Lobster - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪North43Bistro - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬26 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.

Whale of a Time Summa

Summary:
Whale of a Time is a perennial favorite. Located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to the ferry boat, shops and restaurants down front. Enjoy your days at any one of 3 beaches less than 10 minutes from the cottage, on hiking trails exploring the island's history, or staying put and playing lawn games in the spacious back yard. The southern exposure makes the cottage light and bright and provides ample sun to the front deck and cozy indoor porch.

The Space:
Sleeping Accommodation Details:
1 queen bedroom
2 full bedrooms

Gas stove, Toaster, Auto drip coffee maker (req. cone filters), Microwave, Blender, Crockpot, Lobster pot, Iron, Beach chairs(4), Gas Grill, WIFI, Smart TV (no cable), fans, Washer/dryer, vacuum. THERE IS 1 WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER IN THE QUEEN BEDROOM.

Other Things to Note:
Pets are not allowed. No parties. No smoking.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Peaks Island, just steps from Casco Bay and Fifth Maine Museum, and within a short walk of Umbrella Cover Museum. You'll also find Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal and State Theatre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Whale of a Time Summa?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

Is Whale of a Time Summa good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Whale of a Time Summa have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Whale of a Time Summa have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is 8.2 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is around 27.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Whale of a Time Summa?

Yes, every house at Whale of a Time Summa comes with a balcony.

Whale of a Time Summa Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Phoebe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not suitable for elderly people. For people with disabilities, the only bathroom is downstairs and all the bedrooms are upstairs, make it difficult to go to bathroom at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026