Granite Shores is a spacious waterfront home set on over 10 secluded acres, and surrounded by many more acres of conservation land. It is a unique and beautiful property, with stunning views to North Haven, the Camden Hills, and the Eagle Island lighthouse. There are over 1,200 feet of shoreline along East Penobscot Bay, with Pink granite ledges, a private beach and a pier. A covered gazebo sits on the ledge over the ocean, and is the ideal spot to sit peacefully with morning coffee, and to watch the sunset in the evenings.
Granite Shores has been a long-time family home, and is now available for rental. This is a magnificent property, offering the best of Maine! Your hosts live nearby and have many years of experience in hospitality and property management. They will do everything they can to make sure you have a wonderful stay. Please read through the reviews from previous guests. Please note: Granite shores is available for one week (or multi-week) rentals with check-in and check-out only on Saturdays during the summer months.
There are 6 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms. It is a wonderful spot for extended family gatherings. The main house has 5 bedrooms. There are 3 bedrooms on the first floor (one king, two queens), with 2 full bathrooms (2 showers) and a 1/2 bath. There are 2 bedrooms on the second floor (one king, one queen). There is a very large master bedroom with ocean views and a king size bed. There is also a large second bedroom with queen size bed and a sink in the room. There is a full bath with separate shower and full-size tub.
On the first floor you will find a large kitchen with Viking stove, a separate wet bar and kitchen table for casual dining. There is a large, elegant wood-paneled living room, and a formal dining room that seats 10. There is also a well-stocked library and an assortment of games. There is internet, but no cable TV or satellite. There is a separate laundry room with full size washer, dryer and laundry sink. There is a ping pong table in the garage.
The studio apartment over the garage is connected to the house by a covered walkway, and contains 4 twin beds, 1 full bathroom and a small kitchen with a sink and electric stove. There is an extra refrigerator in the garage, right downstairs.
Granite Shores has a private beach, with beach chairs and a picnic table - the perfect spot to launch your kayaks, or enjoy swimming, boating and beach combing. The beach is a short walk from the house (about 2 minutes), on a lovely trail through the woods.
Granite Shores is only a short drive to Stonington, the lobster capital of Maine. You will find everything you need at the property to prepare lobster feasts. There is also a gas BBQ grill.
Granite Shores is close to many wonderful activities available on Deer Isle, including Aragosta at Goose Cove, recently named “Best Waterfront Restaurant in Maine” by DownEast Magazine. The Barred Island hiking trail is within walking distance of the house, and there are many other trails on Deer Isle managed by the Island Heritage Trust. Isle au Haut is a beautiful island off the coast of Stonington. It is home to portions of Acadia National Park, and is accessible by ferry from Stonington. In addition, Deer Isle offers many shops, galleries, 44 North Coffee, a farmer’s market, Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Nervous Nellie’s, and the Deer Isle Granite Museum.
Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor are close enough for day trips, whale watches and more!