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Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Access to water for easy paddling
Steps lead to dock- a tranquil spot for boating
French doors to kitchen
Close up of view across the water.
House from drive

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Owls Head Transportation Museum
  • Place, Birch Point Beach State Park
  • Place, Rockland Harbor Park
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom/sitting room upstairs

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly


Please note- we offer a FULL RENT REFUND for cancellations IF we can re-book your time slot (this is separate from VRBO policy).

A perfect spot for family gatherings, this light-filled house is right on the shore of a tidal salt-water river with access via your own dock in the summer. We are on a quiet, dead end road, but only minutes from the best of mid-coast Maine. Great area for biking, birding, kayaking and hiking and exploring. The house is also an excellent spot for remote work, complete with high speed Wifi and desks. For those occasional hot days, we do have AC if you need it.

Hayden Point is a very clean and comfortable house situated on its own private waterfront with steps and a floating dock (in warm months) for direct access. From our dock, you can paddle down a peaceful river to the Gulf of Maine. Large windows give unobstructed views of the water from most rooms and there is plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Hayden Point is a relaxing retreat that makes access easy for anyone with limited mobility. Our large deck overlooks the lawn and water.

The kitchen contains everything you need to cook a gourmet meal, but you also can get some of the best lobster in Maine 5 minutes away, and you are only five miles from downtown Rockland. Camden Hills State Park is a short distance as well.

This spacious craftsman style home built in 2004 has 2.5 baths and sleeps 8 adults in three bedrooms (children are welcome, too!). Everything is on the ground floor except the third bedroom and bath. On the ground floor, a private master suite with water views has a king-size bed and sitting area, a large bathroom with a custom walk in shower, and two vanities (one within the bathroom and one in the hallway to the bath). A second bedroom on the ground floor has a queen-sized bed and small sitting area, and a nearby half bath. Upstairs there is a second full bath off a very large bedroom with a big sitting area, games table and 180 degree spectacular water views. The king-sized bed in this room can be separated into two extra-long twin beds and there also is a queen sleeper sofa. A portable crib is provided as well. The house has a great deal of closet space and drawers for storage. All linens are provided and are 100% cotton. A washer and dryer on the ground level provided as well.

The ground floor has the main living space with an open dining room, which seats 6-8 people, and living room overlooking the lawn and the water beyond. The kitchen is fully-equipped with solid-surface counter tops, cherry cabinetry, an electric oven, gas cook-top, dishwasher, trash-compactor, microwave, double-door refrigerator and dishwasher and a walk-in pantry. The kitchen has a breakfast nook and double French doors leading to the wraparound deck. The deck has a sun shade, table, plenty of seating and two grills.

The living room and den area is outfitted with comfortable and stylish furnishings, flat-screen television, Roku and fire stick for streaming, and high speed Wifi for internet access. In addition to heat pumps for air conditioning, there is a whole-house back-up generator, so no need to worry about power loss. Large windows overlook the deck and the expansive lawn and waterfront. Novels, local guide books and maps are also included.

South Thomaston is located just five miles from downtown Rockland, 15 miles from Camden/Rockport and five miles from the St. George Peninsula and the villages of Tenants Harbor and Port Clyde. Hayden Point is less than 10 minutes from Primo, one of the best restaurants in New England. There is also a boat launch open for public use about one half mile from the Hayden Point House, and beautiful Birch Point state park with a beach about five minutes away.

We have a professional caretaker on call during your stay should any problem arise. Dogs are allowed with owner permission and additional pet fee.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not 'child-proofed' and is on the water.
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Events

No events allowed
Not at this time
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only and must be approved in advance.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No vaping or smoking in the house. Pets must be on flea and tick preventative, and kept on leash when out of doors. Pets not allowed on furniture
House should be left tidy, dishwasher run, sheets and towels put in laundry room. Extra cleaning requiring over 4 hours will be billed to deposit.
Guests must answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24hrs of booking. Subject to cancellation if unresponsive.

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
Note from host: not at this time
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Thomaston

Located in South Thomaston, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Owls Head Transportation Museum and Sail Power and Steam Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Breakwater Vineyards and Coastal Children's Museum. Maine State Prison Store and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Thomaston, ME

What's nearby

  • Owls Head Transportation Museum - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Birch Point Beach State Park - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 13 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Station 118 BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle St. Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Park Street Grille - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-dog friendly located?

Located in the heart of South Thomaston, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Birch Point Beach State Park, Birch Point Beach and Owls Head Transportation Museum. Breakwater Vineyards and Lucia Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations in a great location. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great stay!

Very clean property, nicely located and an extremely responsive host. AC in all rooms which was a welcome rarity in the area. Sunset views are amazing !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie A.

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

Excellent way to see the coast

Terrific
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

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

Vacation bliss

Fantastic place! Clean, everything you need. Great waterfront. Quiet, senic neighborhood. Great for dog walking. Close to town.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott a.

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

Family summer vacation

We loved the convenient location on a quiet and friendly street. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed, and had plenty of space for our family of 5 plus dog to spread out and relax. It was clean, comfortable, and very nicely decorated. We appreciated the fully stocked and spotless kitchen, large bed in the primary bedroom, and all the little extras, like puzzles and games, that helped pass the time when we encountered a few rainy days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Updated, clean house in a great location

Very well appointed house, deck and yard. The kitchen is so nicely equipped that we had more family meals there than originally planned. Tidal inlet great for kayaking, nice views. Room to spread out for a family of six. Convenient to McLoon's at Spruce Head Point, Owl's Head, Rockland, Camden. Kay was very accommodating with special consideration for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin W.

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

Peaceful, relaxing stay

What a relaxing home and serene location! Close to Rockland and neighboring towns, while retaining a feeling of seclusion, we loved our stay. The beds were very comfortable, and the house was well-equipped with linens, kitchen supplies, and everything we needed to feel right at home. Communication with the owner was easy and helpful. A perfect vacation home for those looking to have easy access to town and local hiking/exploring as much as it is for those looking for a tranquil, beautiful spot to get away from it all. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley D.

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

Quiet and comfortable

This is a lovely home with beautiful views of an inlet with changing tides. The kitchen is well stocked for meal prep. We were there in May so the cool weather kept us inside but an evening on the patio would have been lovely. Guests should be aware that accessing the water is from a dock and based on tides. The host is enormously helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

jeffre w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Owner communication was more than I expected
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything we were looking for and then some. My husband and I, along with my 90 yo mother and our dogs, stayed here for an extended Labor Day weekend (4 nights). It was peaceful and private, but also a good location to explore this area of Maine. We arrived at dark, so we didn’t have a chance to explore the grounds until morning. We were pleased with the house and its well-designed floor plan. What a treat when we woke up and saw the beautiful view of the tidal river and the pretty buildings across the way! The pictures on the listing are accurate, but the view was even better in person. The yard was perfect for our dogs, and while not fenced it, it allowed them room to stretch. We found a great dog park in nearby Thomaston. The beds and all furniture were comfortable, and the kitchen was excellent. It had everything needed for meal prep. We grilled on the deck each night and loved eating outside. We enjoyed exploring the area, including walking the dogs at the nearby Birch Point State Park, Owls Head Lighthouse, downtown Rockland & Camden, driving to the top of Mount Battie, and having an excellent lunch @ nearby McLoons Lobster Shack with a view of the harbor.The owner, Kay, is a pleasure to work with and very responsive to questions. She has taken great care of this property and it is at the top of our list for best places of the many VRBO properties we have rented. If we were to go back to this area of Maine, we would stay here. It was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient to restaurants, beaches, swimming at the quarry, hiking, very comfortable house for family.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

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

Wonderful Stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. First time staying in this location and was so close to everything!! Home was comfortable and perfect for the 4 of us and our dog...beautiful views as well. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great comfortable property. Many nice rstaurants and things to do within a 30 minute radius.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

Relaxing waterfront stay

Beautiful house, great location for a 2-week family vacation! Plenty of room for the 4 of us, great yard for the dog. Kayaked every day right from the dock, found great walks both locally (Clarks’s Island) and Mount Battie in Camden, only about 35 minutes away. Rockland was about 10-12 minutes, very easy, grocery stores, restaurants, galleries, museums, etc. Easy bike ride to sandy beach at Birch Point State Park. In short, we loved it and can’t wait to return! Kay was an amazing host, very responsive, gave lots of tips about restaurants, local activities, etc. This was a fantastic experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

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

Beautiful seaside home

We arrived early, as offered by the owner, and were so very pleasantly surprised. The house was immaculate, pristine and spotless. Those visitors before us were very kind to leave extra staples for future guest’s enjoyment, and so we did the same. Kay, the owner, was a gem. Communicated very cordially and clearly. Lobster access was less than two miles away. Fresh lobster every day was the norm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has amazing water views and is in a quite location. There is plenty of space to spread-out and relax.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

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

Peaceful-Relaxing Stay

Kay was so easy to communicate with. The house is so comfy and relaxing. Hardly heard any noise while in the house, except birds chirping. So close to everything. 15 mins to Rockland, 30 mins to Camden. We will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica b.

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

Family get away with pet

We enjoyed Maine sooo much! The house is a dream! Well equipped, clean and the location is amazing! We did visit Rockland and Rockport several times, there are near and are lovely. Went hiking to Camden and spent the day in the vibrant town. Everything was easy and we will repeated for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jon V.

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

Maine Retreat

This beautiful and clean house was everything we were looking for
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah H.

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

Wonderful Maine

The house was lovely, very clean, well stocked, and a great location on a quiet street. Nice area for walking, and convenient to many attractions. Overall I would give it a great review except for the view. The pictures showed a nice open view of the river, but because the trees and shrubs need to be trimmed you loose 80% of the view shown in pictures.That was my only disappointment.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Z.

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

Family (working) vacation

My wife and I spent a week here in late July/early August with our 3 kids (27/25/21), working remotely some and just hanging some. Very nice property - comfy bed in large MBR suite, large upstairs with more beds and desk, well-supplied kitchen, nice deck, all very clean. Slept 5 comfortably in 4 beds. Kay was an amazing host - super responsive, informative, and accommodating. Loved the area for hiking/biking/dining out. Only things we missed were a fire pit/ring in yard and some luggage racks in bedrooms. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Central location with a great view and kayaking!

Excellent property with a great view! We kayaked several times. Great restaurants are within a 15-to-30-minute drive. Day trips to other great Maine such as Acadia National Park are within a 60-to-90-minute drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valarie M.

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

Pleasant stay near Rockland

The property manager was super responsive and helpful. The house is fairly new, comfortable and well-furnished. The outdoor deck is lovely and our dogs enjoyed the flat and grassy backyard (under our close supervision as there is no fence). The area is scenic and convenient to Rockland and other local attractions. It was a little tricky to operate the air conditioning but we were thrilled to have it. Be aware that while the upstairs loft is very spacious with a gorgeous water view, there are some things lacking. There is no door to close off this space for sound privacy, no window shades (and the sun rises at 5 am in the Summer) and no closet up there. There is only one smallish TV in the house. The result was we spent more quality time with the family, so all is well! All in all we had a memorable and pleasant stay!
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Location Location

Convenient- just 10 minutes away from groceries, restaurants, and shopping, with an ice cream shop and a charming farm stand featuring alpacas only 5 minutes away. Being situated on the river rather than the bay or ocean means a muddy shore instead of a rocky coastline and tide pools. There's limited shade outdoors with no umbrella or awning, so it's either full sun or indoors for relief. The house itself is excellent! The teenagers enjoyed their own space upstairs, and we had a spacious master suite on the ground floor. Efficient heat pumps kept us comfortable regardless of the weather. The beds were cozy, and we appreciated the open floor plan, small eat-in kitchen, composite decking, and functional laundry facilities. The backyard lawn was pleasant, and access to the water via stairs was convenient. The neighborhood was quiet, friendly, and perfect for walks. The property manager was exceptionally communicative, prompt, and friendly. However, there were a few issues. We found out after booking that we couldn't boil lobsters or use a large pasta pot. While we could use leftover fuel, the property didn't provide charcoal or propane, which felt less generous than other rentals we've tried. Minor inconveniences included no overhead lights in the dining room and an old, small TV without streaming capabilities (wasn't a big deal for us). Due to vegetation, the water view is limited unless you move to the side of the property or use the stairs. Overall very nice and suitable 4fam
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kay Etheridge

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Why they chose this property

Our house is quiet and away from it all, but only a 10 minute drive from Rockland, which has an abundance of shops, restaurants, galleries and lots to do. We have been going to Maine for more than 20 years and this is our favorite area by far.

What makes this property unique

Gorgeous sunsets over the water and beautiful morning and evening light. You can walk down onto the dock for your morning coffee. Most rooms have a water view through large windows. Clutter-free house with spacious, peaceful atmosphere.

Languages:

English, French

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