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World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard.

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View of Halibut House at sunset. Lupines popping on the bank=peace on earth.
Cottages; view from the bay, prior to Minky Manor being added.
The cottage was re-shingled last year; that is why some photos look different.
Halibut House's back deck is the perfect way to start and end your day!
View from the road.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Seaside Chocolate
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Lubec, ME
  • Place, Monica's Chocolates
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Chocolate
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, McCurdy Smokehouse Museum and Gallery
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

Halibut House loft

1 King Bed

Minkey Manor is a small separate guest cottage

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard.

Enjoy panoramic Bay of Fundy views, 24-foot tides, and incredible wildlife viewing from your deck, bedroom, and living room. Whales, seals, bald eagles, and unforgettable Lubec sunsets make every stay memorable. Steeped in history, Halibut House is a lovingly restored (circa 1900) sardine factory worker's cottage set on a private bayfront acre. Enjoy the peace of a large, fully fenced property where you, your guests, and pets can relax and take in the beauty of Downeast coastal Maine.

Halibut house features a cozy king bed in the loft, a twin pullout sleeper in the living area. The cottage offers a quaint, well-appointed kitchen, high-speed internet, Smart TV, and a full bathroom, providing everything for a relaxing coastal getaway. Also INCLUDED with your stay is Minky Manor, a charming guest cottage located on the property. Minkey Manor features a queen bed, Smart TV, mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and seating area. Guests of Minkey Manor share the bathroom facilities located in Halibut House.

Located in Lubec, ME- the easternmost town in the United States-Halibut House is one mile walk from downtown Lubec and the bridge to Campobello Isle, Canada. Surrounded by the natural beauFundy, famous for the world's highest tides, this is the perfect destination for families, friends, and pets to relax, explore, and create lasting memories. The property accommodates up to 5 guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
NO unsupervised children on the beach!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 4 total)
We have a large securly fenced yard.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Halibut House and Lobster Lair share a bathroom.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please text or call Sophie (property manager) or me. Phone numbers are on the fridge info sheet. Thanks! Safe travels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fires in yard or BBQ on deck. Fires on the beach are ok.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2709235vb
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

About the area

Lubec

Located in Lubec, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Herring Cove Provincial Park and Quoddy Head State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Monica's Chocolates and Seaside Chocolate. Eastport Gallery and Arts Center and Reversing Falls Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Lubec, ME

What's nearby

  • Monica's Chocolates - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Seaside Chocolate - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • McCurdy Smokehouse Museum and Gallery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Roosevelt Campobello International Park - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • West Quoddy Head Light - 15 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Horn Run Brewing - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Rosie’s Hotdogs - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Lubec Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Pier on the Waterfront - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Porch At Friar’s Bay Inn And Suites - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is World's highest tides! Pet-friendly, bayfront cottage with a large fenced yard. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of McCurdy Smokehouse Museum and Gallery and Monica's Chocolates. Seaside Chocolate and Mulholland Point Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location near parks and lighthouses. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Lovely view!

It was a gorgeous place to stay and exactly what we needed for a family trip with the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such an amazing property, especially if you are traveling with pets. The front deck with the beautiful views and sunsets was the perfect place to relax after our daily adventures! The entire large yard is fenced for the fur babies, which was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
We are so glad you and your fur babies enjoyed the Halibut House! We’d love to have you back anytime! Take care, Angie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time. The owners were so helpful with all the best places to go and things to do. The house was just so cute with amazing views. Our dogs loved it as well and the fenced in yard was perfect. I highly reccomend and would stay again!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nautical quaint cabin in charming seaside town

This is a great place to stay with so much character and charm... the cabin and the town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us! We are so happy you enjoyed yourselves.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyse J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property with stunning views. The cabin is quaint, and very well kept with a charming coastal vibe. The property has secure fencing for those travelling with pets and a well curated outdoor space. The host, Angela, is extremely prompt, responsive and well informed about the area and local must-dos. Overall, a fabulous trip! Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed Lubec, it’s surrounding bays, ocean, nature and our quaint cottage. We would love to have you back anytime! Take care, Angie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell A.

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

Great view, really comfortable bed & a fenced in yard for the ole' pup

Slept well & awoke every morning to wonderful sunrises & perfect view of sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
We are so happy you and your pup enjoyed your stay! Thank you for choosing Halibut House.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Can’t Wait Until Next Year

Exactly what we are looking for in a get away. Close to town, hiking, birding, etc., or just watching the sunset over the water. A great home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2024
We are so thrilled that you returned this year have booked for next year! Thank you for choosing Halibut House as your “home away from home.”
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Such a peaceful place !

We had such a nice relaxing stay!! To be able to take our pups and enjoy such a beautiful spot , was priceless!! Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us, we are thrilled your pups enjoyed the yard! I am looking forward to hearing from you in the near future and will be sure to look up your friend with the SPCA. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great time!

Cozy cabin was just the relaxing vacation we needed. Wonderful views of the bay, host was very helpful and accommodating. Would go back tomorrow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Z.

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

Great Place to Unwind

Nothing better than sitting on the porch watching the sun set! The Halibut House is a wonderful place to unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
I’m so glad you guys enjoyed your stay! We were thrilled that you chose halibut House for your vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

An Amazing End of Summer Getaway

Couldn’t have been better. Having our whole family together (including those with four legs) in a perfectly situated cottage made for an ideal vacation in a lovely town.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
We were so thrilled to have you and your family stay with us, we would love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen h.

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

On the cliff

Great place. Plenty of room for pets! Everything you could need in houses. On a small hill overlooking the bay. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody R.

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

AMAZING

An amazing stay. Angela was the best host we've ever had... so responsive and thought of everything. Thanks for sharing this gem with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2024
Thank you for staying with us! I am so glad you enjoyed Lubec and the Halibut House, it is a special place, with so much natural beauty and peacefulness. We would love to have you back, anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

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

Family vacation

The view of water is 10/10!! Even saw an eagle fly right over the house !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria F.

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

Slice of relaxed heaven

You can’t beat the view and the sunsets. The proximity to the pier is amazing. Everything is within one hour to see. So wonderful fisherman’s war restaurant we found a little town about 45 minutes away with a nice little shops. Great yard for dogs absolutely loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2024
So happy you enjoyed your stay! Any pictures of your dogs, in the yard, would be greatly appreciated, I love to share them on our Facebook page. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH S.

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

Beautiful waterfront property, great cottage

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this Lubec gem. The cottage was super close to everything in town. We loved having the main bedroom upstairs and the “bunkhouse” next door for the kids. It was a relaxing low key space and a great property for dogs (fully fenced in). We highly recommend, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed yourselves! We would welcome you and your family back anytime. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Cute cottages, great view

We had a nice 3 night stay at Angela’s Halibut House and Lobster Lair. The house is nicely decorated and has a great deck overlooking the water. Halibut House was perfect for 2 people and our adult daughter enjoyed her privacy in Lobster Lair. Most of our stay was foggy and rainy, but we were able to go hiking at Quoddy Head and eat at some local restaurants. We did not cook there, so can’t comment on that part but our dog loved the yard and the deck as much as we did. Angela was very responsive, helpful and ready to make sure our stay went well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexa c.

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

Living with the tides

Clean and well organized
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cute Getaway

Great location near town. Great outdoor seating area and view.The beach access was overgrown with vegetation. Stove could use updating. Beds were soft for our taste. Very close to town and Campobello.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Irene M.

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

Great location

Cite hpysr x but fillef with dog hairs. Blankets smelled like dog
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
I am so sorry! I wish you would have reached out, I would have gladly had the property manager bring new bedding! There is always extra bedding in “space zip bags” in the cedar chest as well. Again, my apologies I live 2,000 miles south. I pried myself on customer service and cleanliness, I would have gladly fixed, if I had known.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy s.

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

Wonderful week

Our family of 4 stayed the week. Views are fantastic. Kayaking in Bay was outstanding. Abundance of wildlife (saw whales, seals, fox, eagles, and more). Kids (and us adults) had fun exploring beach collecting treasures like beach glass and special stones. Overall, would not hesitate to recommend or stay again ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed yourselves! We would love to have you and your family back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva K.

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

Halibut House and Lobster Lair are charming!

These adorable properties are small but by no means spartan; plenty of comfortable places to curl up, all the “little touches” you can think of, and a very responsive owner and property manager. No “buts;” we loved it.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you so much for choosing Halibut House! We were thrilled to have you and your lovely family and I am so glad you were able to enjoy time with your daughter!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merry G.

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

We LOVE the Halibut House!

We had a fantastic stay at the Halibut House and exploring the Lubec, ME area. This place is everything we needed and the description was spot on. Best feature - the view of Johnson Bay and the fenced in dog yard! We couldn't have asked for anything better. One of the best vacations ever. We will return someday and when that day comes, we will definitely stay at the Halibut House again. Thank you, Angela, for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your kind words, We hope you find your way back to Lubec soon, we would love to have you back to Halibut House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

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

Great location and views

The location and views were amazing. Beautiful sunsets. My dog loved the yard and I’m not sure why but she also loved the sleeping cottage (Lobster Lair) which was adorable. The bedroom in the main house was large with a very comfortable bed, stunning views. The house was clean and comfortable, better than pictures depict in my opinion. This has been our favorite vacation so far, loved the town and the stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We would love to have you back anytime. Also, thank you for sharing the pictures of your dog, I love posting them to our Facebook page!

About the host

Hosted by ANGELA BOEHM

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My family has been visiting and vacationing in Lubec for more than 20 years. We fell in love with the area's rugged coastline, abundant wildlife, friendly community, and breathtaking Bay of Fundy views, and in 2021 we were thrilled to purchase Halibut House and make it part of our family's story.

My husband is a commercial fisherman in the Florida Keys, and I serve as the president of our local animal shelter. As passionate animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, we enjoy sharing our adventures with family, friends, and our dogs. Our children; Jaden Chief of Coast Guard Station, Key West and daughter, Hanna a veterinarian still visit the cottage every summer!

We hope you'll create wonderful memories here and come to love Halibut House and the beauty of coastal Maine as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

The Views are breathtaking, the wildlife is abundant, nature is so pristine here. Some of our favorite things to do:
*Enjoy our morning coffee and evening spirits on the deck while chatting with friends and watching our pups romp in the yard!
*Eat seafood; lobsters, clams, mussels, halibut, salmon, haddock, etc., YUM!
* Light house exploring is fantastic; there are four in under ten miles.
* Digging for clams; check which beaches are open before you go.
* Lunch ferry to historic Eastport, Deer Island, St. Andrews, Gran Manan or Blacks Harbor; you are sure to see whales on the ride!
Arcadia National Park is close enough for a day trip.
*Cherryfield is the blueberry capital of the world; it is a nice day trip with lots of antique shops, farms (alpaca and farm stands, breweries and a few vineyard tours along the way.
*Whale watching and puffin tours are always a great time!
*Bar Harbor is a quick day trip and has a fun downtown area.
*Walk to dinner in downtown Lubec and catch the seals playing under the bridge to Canada or behind Waterstreet Tavern.
*Sea glass hunting. Our bay, Johnson's Bay, was once home to 7 sardine factories; locals always say it is the best for treasure hunting!
*Hiking! The number of local trails and parks is astounding! Cobscook Shores is a series of fifteen extraordinary parklands nestled along the Cobscook Bay. There are 11 other well-known trails and parks within the local area.
*Antiquing, Maine is renowned for its antique shopping. For the most up-to-date info. please visit www.maineantiquetrail.com

What makes this property unique

Benefits of a stay at Halibut House & Lobster Lair; relaxation, reconnect, explore, eat amazing seafood, enjoy natures vivid beauty in a semi-rustic, historic northeastern Maine setting. The quaint town of Lubec has a population of 334 year-round residents, it is a quintessential, northeastern, working waterfront town.

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