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A covered porch with a wooden ceiling, white railings, and a view of a road and greenery.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A compact kitchen with a wood-burning stove, white cabinets, and a microwave.
A cozy living room with a red armchair, a green sofa, a white dresser, and a wicker chair.
A staircase with white steps and a yellow handrail, leading to a door at the top.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Portland, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Umbrella Cover Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Battery Steele
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪44 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 Umbrella Cover Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Centennial Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Umbrella Cover Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Battery Steele - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Battery Steele - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 49 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Saltwater Grille - ‬36 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.

Sweet Thing Summary:

Summary:
A charming, simple retreat ideal for those looking to unplug and escape. Both of the two bedrooms overlook Diamond Pass in Casco Bay. The lovely farmer's porch provides all day sunlight and glorious views of Peaks' vivid sunsets. A warm and cheery living space, large kitchen, and laundry room round out this Sweet Thing you can call home for a week or more. City of Portland STHR-006119-2024

The Space:
This sweet cottage situated along Diamond Pass has beautiful water views and classic Maine cottage charm. Sit on the farmer's porch and watch the ferry boats go by during the day and by night sit and awe at our gorgeous west facing sunsets. Our traditional cottage interior boasts wood floors abundant windows catching cross breezes and offering abundant natural light. Sweet Thing is located in a quiet section of the Island near the TEIA Club and beach, yet still within a mile of Peaks' shops, restaurants, and ferry landing.

The first floor offers an eat in kitchen, living room, laundry room, and bathroom. The kitchen offers a 1950s retro dining table, coffeemaker, Keurig, microwave, toaster, full size refrigerator, and electric stove. The living room offers comfortable seating with a sofa positioned to catch cross breezes for the perfect afternoon nap. You'll also find a stand up shower in the bathroom and a laundry room with stackable w/d on the first floor.

The cozy second floor punctuates Sweet Thing's cottage vibes. Sizable bedrooms boast paneled floors, ocean views, and extensive closets built into the homes walls. One bedroom is outfitted with a queen bed, the other two twins.

Other amenities include an indoor gas heating stove, cable TV, wifi, puzzles and board games, beach chairs, and an outdoor propane grill.

No pets. No parties. No smoking. No extra guests (young children are an exception).

Other Things to Note:
You will be charged 50% at time of booking and the remaining balance 60 days prior to arrival or no later than June 1. THIS RESERVATION PAGE UNFORTUNATELY DOES NOT SHOW THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE. PLEASE BE ASSURED THAT YOU WILL ONLY BE CHARGED 50% UPON BOOKING (unless your stay is booked after June 1 or within 60 days of reservation.) All payments are refundable until April 1 less the processing fee.
The vacation home features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 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

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

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

Rules

This home is nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Noise after 9pm will be noticed.

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 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
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

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.
  • 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 smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to 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 Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sweet Thing Summary:?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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 amenities will couples enjoy at Sweet Thing Summary:?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each house plus a water view and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Sweet Thing Summary:?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Sweet Thing Summary:?

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

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 9.1 mi away (57 minutes by car). Another top airport is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is around 26.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sweet Thing Summary:?

Yes, every house at Sweet Thing Summary: comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

Sweet Thing Summary: Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet time at Sweet Thing

Very clean sweet property. Nice side yard with a table and chairs. We lived on the porch! Nice view of the ocean and almost always a light breeze!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026

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