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Charming cape style beachfront home on Penobscot Bay

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Osprey cottage
Main entrance
Path to Main Entrance
Deck faces south and overlooks Penobscot Bay
Back Deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Stockton Springs, ME
  • Place, Fort Point State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfast Harbor
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Maritime Academy
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom -1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom -2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom -3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom -4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming cape style beachfront home on Penobscot Bay

Expansive views down Penobscot Bay with beach. A truly remarkable location at the north end of Penobscot bay. This is our summer house, not a cheap rental. Private setting down a quaint dirt road. Enjoy seals, sailboats, our osprey family and views of islands from our deck. The beach at sunset is stunning. Cape Jellison is a very special place, a secret spot in the heart of Penobscot bay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stockton Springs

Located in Stockton Springs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Penobscot Marine Museum and Northeast Historic Film are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory and Fort Knox State Park. Perry's Nut House and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Stockton Springs, ME

What's nearby

  • Fort Point State Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory - 22 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 28 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Belfast City Park - 31 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 59 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 27 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunoco / Blimpie / Chester Fried - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rio’s Spiked Café - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Just Barb's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Anglers Maine's Family Seafood Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cape style beachfront home on Penobscot Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cape style beachfront home on Penobscot Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cape style beachfront home on Penobscot Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cape style beachfront home on Penobscot Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Fort Point State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Long Cove and Penobscot Marine Museum. Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory and Fort Knox State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for exploring the area…easy day trips in all direction! Clean & comfy accommodations…Easy check-in and helpful hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is well maintained with lovely touches throughout. The property is gorgeous with a bay view and a relatively easy walk to the bay. It’s clear that the owners care about their home- and the people who stay there. We were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot! Private and quiet. The house was clean and well stocked with everything you might need. We really enjoyed beachcombing and hanging out around the firepit. The host, Sue, was just terrific, helpful and so accommodating. We all agreed about what a good vacation house it was...and that we'll be back! Thank you, Monahons!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

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

4th of July in Maine

Great location with easy access to the bay for kayaking and fishing off the shore, easy drives to Belfast for fishing charters and seafood as well as Bar Harbor, Acadia and lots of cool places in between. House was very comfortable and well equipped. Was a perfect location for exploring the area with direct water access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and relaxing place to stay on the coast! Everything was exactly as described! We had a wonderful week of enjoying ocean air, watching animals scurry around and going on day trips. The house is very comfortable and perfect for a family. The access to the beach and the rocky shore area was our favorite part of the house. It was secluded yet close enough to town that we didn’t go without anything. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Osprey was the perfect home for us on our first trip to Maine. We were a close drive to so many activities and loved walking down to the water in the afternoons. There is also a great selection of books, games and movies! We’re already planning our next Maine trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Great Summer Getaway!

The location was great. The house was awesome. The owners were very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Osprey House

Extremely quiet, peaceful, beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley J.

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

Quiet Retreat

A lovely spot situated on the bay. A quiet place for family to gather and a great jumping off point to see all that Down East has to offer. I would return today.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard B.

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

Osprey

Located centrally to several interesting sites although there was still a drive to them.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Comfortable home in great location

Everything was lovely and convenient. The house is well equipped and comfortable. About an hour or less drive to any day excursions, or we could just stay at the house and take a walk or go down to the beach. We loved it.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda G.

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

Awesome

We had a great stay. The house is comfortable. It was nice to have a main floor bedroom for my 85 year old mother. The children really enjoyed going down to the water. The kitchen is stocked with most everything you might need. Great place to stay on the Maine coast!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Dawn W.

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

August Rest

The house is well furnished and equipped, surrounded by beautiful wild flowers. There is a peaceful view to the water and the air is filled with the songs of birds.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

A relaxing get away.

We had a great time here as a family! It was our first trip to Maine and it was well worth it! The home was very cozy and everything was well stocked. Sue checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed and even gave tips on places to eat and things to do in the area.While here we got to experience the wonderful wildlife on the property such as seals(in the water at the beach) ospreys,and an eagle! Our family had a wonderful time while in maine and while staying at the osprey! Thank you guys for a great place to stay while on vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S., Petersburg, NY

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

Happy Place!

My husband and I both agreed we did not want to leave at the end of our stay. The cottage was cozy, comfortable and easily became our Happy Place. Sue and Chris thought of every amenity and their suggestions made our vacation go very smoothly. We are hoping we can return to Maine soon and if we do, we will certainly want to stay at Osprey again! Great vacation! Thanks Sue and Chris!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurene R.

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

Nice quiet location

The house listing was very accurate. It was easy to find and getting into the house was easy. Loved the set up and it was very clean. Owner was quick to respond to text messages. Even though it rained and most days the weather was less than ideal there was still plenty to do in the area. This was a nice relaxing vacation with friends
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

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

Comfortable house, deep in nature, great location

We stayed in the Donohue’s lovely house for three summer weeks to escape the southern heat where we live. We lived on the comfortable deck whenever we weren’t out exploring the many fun towns and parks that are a short ride away. While at the house, we saw seals, fox, a family of wild turkeys and lots of beautiful birds. The house was easy to cook in and barbecue and there were tons of fun restaurants and farmer’s markets nearby to sample. The house stayed comfortably cool, and we even had to turn the heat on a couple of times.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy M., Ellicott City

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

Best place to be active and chill

Sue was an incredibly helpful host and provided 2 kayak rental contacts. We went with Kayak Dan (Ducktrap) who provided fantastic gear & safety instructions for our 3 boys. Paddling in the bay as a family was the highlight of our stay - explored the coast down to Fort Point lighthouse and got followed by curious seals. Paddled the opposite direction and enjoyed skipping rocks on some of the beaches and watching the boats in the bay. The Osprey Cottage was perfect for our family of five and Sue even upgraded the wifi so we had no grumpy teens at night. Loved having a washer/dryer on-site and the kitchen was stocked with papper towels, napkins and even condiments in the fridge. Ideal location - peaceful spot with great wildlife sightings and perfect access to the bay but still close enough to grocery stores, restaurants and Acadia Natl Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca L.

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

Cozy, well cared for home

It was nice to stay in a place that is clearly a family's summer dwelling, so it had lots of care and personality, was lived in and loved. It was a bit of a challenge staying here with a 10 month old, but we did it! We had to block off the stairs with chairs and remove some items on low shelves. The pack-n-play was helpful and there were lots of sweet books and some toys. He crawled around on the porch even though it was a bit rough. He loved crawling in the yard too and took his very first steps! The property is pretty isolated with just a couple neighbors, but close enough to grocery stores and other attractions. We loved walking down to the water in the mornings and watching the sun rise, had fires at night and saw lots of stars. The trip to Bar Harbor was fun. Take note that you need a reservation to drive up Cadillac Mountain, we got turned away without one. Overall, the sound of the waves, the well-equipped kitchen, cozy blankets and heat made for a delightful family October getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

The Real "Osprey" (VRBO 109396)

Stockton Springs House “Osprey”: July, 2019 We stayed at this house July 20-27, 2019 and were extremely disappointed. First off, the lock on the sliding door to the deck was broken. A tiny cabinet-type sliding bolt closure had been added near the top of the doorframe. We had read about this security concern noted by previous renters, but felt it certainly would have been addressed by the date of our occupancy, but it hadn’t. We were constantly worried for our safety. The driveway leading to the home was narrow and uneven with several unkept structures that appeared to be uninhabitable dwellings along the way. The house itself was surrounded by overgrown brush on the four sides and the lawn was very wet and spongy, providing a perfect home for hordes of mosquitos. The path leading to the ocean was steep and difficult to navigate, and tall tangles of ancient shrubbery surrounding the deck blocked the very limited view of the ocean. Whereas the common areas of the home seemed clean, there was a foul stench in the back porch laundry room as well as in several of the kitchen cupboards. Dishes and kitchen utensils provided were greasy and caked with dried food, meaning we had to hand wash (no dishwasher) all items before cooking or eating. In general, this home seemed to have spaces that hadn’t been purged in decades: The closet in the main bath contained shelves crammed with what can only be described as junk, and a large drawer in the kitchen held old, greasy hand tools. A box fan provided for use in the upstairs main bedroom had no handle and the grids and blades were caked with dirty, sticky dust. Skylight windows upstairs couldn’t be opened for fresh air. Bookshelves throughout the home were filled with books dating from the 1930’s, and a folder of area attractions held brochures from 2008. In a notebook provided for renters to comment, previous tenants indicated that they had to repair the upstairs shower prior to using it. The garage where we were directed to put garbage was full to the brim with “stuff”. We actually saw MICE in the livingroom! We strongly feel that this home should NOT be offered as a rental by anyone until the repairs mentioned are made, the house is purged, and the property is thoroughly cleaned and inspected. In its current condition, it is certainly not a safe or appropriate place for anyone to stay. “Osprey”, (VRBO #109396) as listed is, in our opinion, grossly misrepresented. Karen Baker
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

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

The Osprey

Very cute, cozy house. Well stocked. I would say above and beyond the usual. The Monahons were responsive to all of our questions, obviously wanting to do anything to ensure we were happy, which we were. We all enjoyed the rocky beach and searching for driftwood. Our grandson had a blast building a fort down there. It was a fun stay for all! I would highly recommend the nearby Hitchborn for a great dining experience also.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir A.

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

great place

nice and peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyheshia C.

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

Just what we needed!

We are so very sad that we had to leave. Booking, check-in, check-out we’re all very smooth. The house had enough space for the 5 of us to be perfectly comfortable. The beds were great! The kitchen was fully stocked with all that we needed. Whether we stayed in or went out, there was something to keep us entertained. There are plenty of books for both adults and kids to read. Cards, Monopoly and Scrabble were great to play when coming in from a long day. Meals on the deck with the lovely view of the water cannot be matched! Sue was only a text away. She reached out to ensure all was well and left a very thoughtful gift bag for us upon our arrival. I highly recommend staying at Osprey and my family and I cannot wait to come back as there’s so much more to explore in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

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

Nice cottage.

The location was perfect allowing great day trips. It was very we’ll equipped especially the kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ansley D.

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

Great House in Down East Maine

Those of us who stayed at this house really enjoyed it. We were a group of two families- one couple with one 3.5 year old and another couple with a 4 year old and a 7 year old. The yard was beautiful and the yard and deck were great for the kids to play. We had fun using the fire pit and cooked corn and smores one night. The living room and kitchen area was nice and open for everyone to hang out. I would wholeheartedly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay at a comfortable and affordable home near Acadia, Bar Harbor, Belfast, Camden, etc. A few thoughts- The kitchen is fully equipped. They have everything you could ever want! The larger family took the upstairs and the smaller family took the one bedroom downstairs. This meant sharing a bathroom and shower by through the living room and kitchen. The linens were clean and fine but could have been a little fresher. The beds are on the older side but were fine. The beach wasn't very accessible to us. We took our rainboots and knew it was a walk. But we weren't quite expecting what a walk it was and that there were so many enormous trees and logs downed right at the entrance to the beach. We climbed over it to visit on the first night but without anywhere to sit, such slippery rocks, and a buggy and then treacherous walk to get to it, we really weren't able to enjoy it. Maybe if we had older kids? But then if this house had a super close usable beach we probably wouldn't have had it in our budget to stay. Great property and we highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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