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Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"

Beachfront apartment in South Thomaston with patio

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Watch the sunrise from the front yard.
The guest suite (left) is attached to main cottage.  It has a separate entrance.
Home sweet home!
South facing deck for your sunning or reading pleasure.
Stairs to deck; entrance to suite is off deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 234.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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  • Place, Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
  • Place, Rockland Harbor Park
  • Place, Rockland Ferry Terminal
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

About this property

Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"

Recently constructed private "guest room plus" (suite) attached to enchanting seaside cottage. This delightful addition has its own separate entrance and includes a large bedroom with Queen size bed, cathedral ceiling and fir flooring from a historic home. Go down the small, pine-paneled hall and you will find a new bathroom with oversized shower and beautiful pine paneling. There is a pantry which houses a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Keurig coffee maker. There is no cooking stove although an outside gas grill is available for cooking upon request. From the outside you enter the suite through a sliding atrium door off your own 8' x 16' cedar deck that faces south and the spectacular view afforded by the Mussel Ridge Channel, Pleasant Beach and numerous islands. This location is visually stunning. Sit on the deck and watch the lobster boats, colorful buoys, birds or occasional rainbow and smell the salt air. If you're lucky enough to be there during a full moon...you'll remember it always. For those wanting to kayak you can launch your kayak directly from our front yard which abuts Pleasant Beach in a sheltered cove of Penobscot Bay. Walking and climbing the boulders strewn along the shoreline are popular pastimes for those who visit this area along with wonderful birding and photographic opportunities. We are situated 100 feet from the bay and 100 yards from the mouth of the Weskeag River, which is a popular attraction for both kayakers and fishermen alike. This property is conveniently located within a 30-minute drive of Rockland, Rockport, Camden and Port Clyde. Nearby attractions include the Farnsworth Art Museum, Owls Head Transportation Museum, several lighthouses and a plethora of shops, restaurants, lobster shacks and art galleries. Mt. Desert Island is but two hours north. Wifi is included. We do not accept pets, and smoking is not permitted on the property. The owners reside in the main cottage during the summer months to remain responsive to renter's questions/needs.

Why stay in a hotel when you can have a real experience Maine in the beauty of this delightful oceanfront cottage?

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests MUST FOLLOW, AND SATISFY, MAINE MANDATES FOR THOSE ENTERING MAINE FROM DOMESTIC TRAVEL. Go to Maine.gov (SEE COVID-19: Travel). Thank you.

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this apartment is on the beach. General Henry Knox Museum and Strand Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Birch Point Beach State Park and Owls Head State Park. Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 18 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Station 118 BBQ - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Park Street Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle St. Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Oceanfront Cottage "Sweet Suite" located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Thomaston apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Owls Head Transportation Museum, Birch Point Beach and Birch Point Beach State Park. Lucia Beach and Sandy Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay was a true gem we found. The hosts are awesome with great conversations and suggestions to our stay. This was by far the best VRBO we ever have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this cozy cottage is any beach lovers delight! The cottage was extremely clean and the hosts were extremely generous with what they provided. Aside from being very kind people, they were very concerned about our comfort and experience. I highly recommend this beautiful place when in the Rockland area. It’s far enough away from a busy summer town filled with people but close enough to go there whenever you want. I know that when I go back to Maine, I will stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra D., Versailles, Kentucky, USA

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

Restful Lodging in a Beautiful Location

The perfect quiet base for exploring the Camden, Rockland, Owls Head, or Port Clyde areas. Immaculate, comfortable accommodations, friendly, gracious hosts, and a beautiful view. A lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great little cottage. Listing was accurate and complete. Waking up every morning looking at the ocean was incredible. Bed was very comfortable and roomy shower was great. Bathroom was quite large as well. Interior was amazing and had 2 nice closets with hangers for clothes. The walk to the shoreline was short and had amazing views. We didn't take advantage of the firepit, but the view and shoreline walk were incredible. We ate breakfast in the Adirondack chairs every morning and sat there in the evenings as well as the nice roomy deck out the front door. It as so cool to watch the tide go in/out. Marc was an incredible host and gave us lots of info about local places to go and we took advantage of every recommendation. A grocery store that served breakfast was close by. It was a short drive to Rockland/Rockport/Camden. Marc had a nice folder with lots of info it for us to review. The best part was meeting Delsie the golden retriever mix. :) I would stay here again without hesitation when we revisit the area.
Low tide in front of the Adirondack chairs
Moonlight on the shore
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

September 2024

Enjoyed our stay in South Thomaston guest room very much. The view of the ocean from the room is beautiful. Marc and Susan were perfect hosts. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellsworth S.

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

Perfect Spot

It's the perfect spot to explore an incredibly beautiful part of Maine. Every inch of this wee cottage is carefully designed to maximize guests' comfort and convenience. And, we could not have had a kinder host who was always willing to provide great recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb L.

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

South Thomaston Getaway

What a great place to stay! It is tranquil and quiet yet close to many great places to see, to eat, and to explore. Perfect for those who love to hike, watch birds, or sit and relax with a book. Marc was a wonderful host, full of great ideas on where to go and what to see. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas ..

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

Tenants Harbor

Beautiful location, right on the coast, with a beautiful view of the nearby islands. Located near the end of a dead-end road, there was little or no traffic to spoil the peacefulness. The owner was very helpful and escorted us through the property and described anything that we might need to know. All in all, three perfect days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Perfect Maine Getaway!

We totally recommend this quiet, safe, homey guest room with an absolutely breathtaking view. Our hosts thought of everything to make our stay comfortable, right down to the homemade quilt on the bed! Marc was very helpful in suggesting wonderful restaurants and stops within the area to make our trip memorable. Our only complaint was the rain that dampened our ability to sit out on the Adirondack chairs and soak up more of the beautiful view of this relaxing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol E., Topsham, Maine

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

Charming, quiet studio apartment with sea view

The unit was immaculate and Marc was very thorough in demonstrating how everything worked at check-in. The place is surrounded by beauty and quiet. Everything worked fine + bed was comfortable. Sitting on the little deck with coffee and watching the early morning sun was a great way to start the day. Our thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wesley L.

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

Babymoon

The host was there to greet us at check-in and do a brief but thorough walk-through of the space. You absolutely cannot beat the hosts service and attention to detail. My wife and I looked forward to the warm shower at the end of a full day, and the sun rise overlooking the ocean when we woke up. We would stay here 10/10 times. Zero complaints and great recommendations from the host along the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George M.

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

A Maine Dream

I loved this little cottage and it was exceptionally clean, right on the water with a beautiful view of islands and the ocean. Would love to go back and stay longer. No kitchen but there is a refrigerator, toaster, microwave and coffee maker. The bathroom was also very clean and had nice hot water. There was plenty of heat in the cottage. Owner was very friendly and nice. He gave me keys but I felt so safe I never locked the door when I was out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEVE S.

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

Perfect Getaway

Nice cottage , great bed , bathroom all you need. Close to lobster . Walmart in town. Peace quiet beautiful on water over look. You are 100 feet from water on your property. Go and turn your phone off. Never watched TV.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Perfect Mid-Coast Getaway

From the moment we pulled into Marc and Susan's property, we knew we were in for a treat. The view is spectacular - from almost every angle (your private deck, the waterfront lawn, etc.) you have an amazing view of the granite shoreline, ocean, and islands. Marc and Susan were incredibly welcoming and shared great recommendations. Even with rainy, foggy weather, we were able to enjoy some local hikes and delicious outdoor meals at McLoons and the Causeway. We also spent plenty of time relaxing with coffee and a good book. We look forward to returning sometime soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Cozy guest space with everything you need

My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend and had a great stay. This guest suite had everything we needed and even a few extras like complimentary Keurig cups and tea bags which really were nice to have. Marc was flexible, friendly and helpful, as well as easy to get a hold of and keep in touch with. The neighborhood is small, safe and peaceful and not a far ride from town, which has some great food spots. The view from the guest house windows and especially the front lawn adirondack chairs is serene and beautiful. We had our coffee each morning in these chairs out front. It was a great way to start our day and spend a little more time on the property since we were out for most of each day exploring. Very big thanks to Marc for everything and would definitely stay here again if traveling back to Maine. Would have loved to stay longer!

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming oceanfront cottage is all of that and more. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful, comfortable setting. The fact that our hosts were so kind, friendly and fun made our stay feel like we were with family. For us, this location was the perfect mix of being quiet and out off the way while still being close enough to several towns with many interesting sites to see and areas to explore. Where else can you climb a mountain to view the ocean from above and then go shopping in a quaint but bustling town, enjoy familiar food prepared in unique ways and then just put your feet up on your oceanview deck while reading an intriguing novel that you picked up in the local bookstore all in the same day? And that was just day 1 for us! We saw lighthouses and walked in parks, went antiquing, met interesting people and watched the tides roll in and out. We visited farm markets and saw some interesting wildlife. What a vacation! The cottage is adorable and comfortable; it's very well appointed with everything you might need. Honestly, nothing is lacking. It's clean and beautiful. You will love it, I'm certain!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where do I begin?! I feel I truly lucked out finding this gem…perfect spot for a relaxing stay while visiting family in the area. Everything from initial booking, communication, thoughtful design/set up/amenities of the cottage, the surroundings, view and hosts were amazing. Highlight of my entire Maine visit was kayaking up the river 1.5-2 hrs each day! Will def be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was beautiful. We were looking for a quiet spot on the water. It was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hilton W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet area, pretty views and located close to Rockland and Camden. Room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful spot towards the end of a dead end road. Great views! And very quiet. Great location for exploring the area, but we didn’t go far from the Adirondack chairs steps from the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Frendly. Very clean, and well maintained. A nice quiet place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely cottage in a very beautiful setting. Absolutely breathtaking in any kind of weather. I had fog,clouds mist & rain but loved all of it! It is also well-situated for day trips to Rockland,Camdem, and the surrounding area. The property is perfect for 1 or 2 people, with a large deck and expansive lawn with Adirondack chairs to relax by the water. Marc is a kind and helpful host! I will certainly be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

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

Weekend by the Sea

We loved the cottage! What a special place. We give Marc and Susan 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheli W.

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

Outstanding hosts and cottage view

The hosts were delightful and very helpful. We stayed 4 nights and wished we had stayed longer. The guest room cottage was charming and the views were spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

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

Peaceful Oasis

Lovely place and location. Beautiful sunrise and sunsets. Our host Marc made us feel at home the moment we arrived. He was a wealth of knowledge about the area. Everything in the listing is accurate. Also, lots of windows for that ocean breeze . Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marc Long

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We have spent summers in Maine for more than 20 years, and purchased this cottage in 2002 with an eye towards retiring here during the summer months. We have been doing renovations to this alluring little cottage since we took ownership. Our renovations are nearly complete and recently included the addition of a separate living suite in the attached wing. This wing affords us the benefit of using the cottage while ensuring privacy for ourselves and our guests. We are still in the process of repurposing a small building (which was moved from a nearby strawberry farm) for our use as a woodworking shop.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is nestled among a small community of cottages, most of which have been in the same family for generations. There is history here along with spectacular coastal views. It’s an ideal spot to read, kayak, or simply watch the sailboats and lobster boats.

What makes this property unique

We are fortunate in that our property includes a large, flat open lot directly in front of our cottage. It abuts the beach and is south facing making it a wonderful place to enjoy the sun and the bay/beach. It is uniquely convenient for those wishing to launch and store their kayaks.

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