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Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage

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A house with a well-maintained lawn, a small garden with purple flowers, and a view of a lake.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a television, a fireplace, and a large window.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a television, a sofa, a chair, and a patterned rug.
A grassy area with a flower bed and a house in the background.
A house with a porch, a brick chimney, and a garden with pink roses.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 3•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Place, Ash Cove Pottery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Harpswell Harbor
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Thompson's Point
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage

Listen to the sound of the lobster boats in the distance, watch the herons and egrets follow the ebb and flow osprey and an occasional eagles as the tide rises, and relax at this adorable, retro, South Harpswell, Ash Cove Cottage with a sun porch overlooking tidal Ash Cove.

A true Maine treasure, a family "camp" offered to the public for the first time.

Guests staying in this cute, old-fashioned, cottage have access to a fully equipped kitchen. There is 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, with a single bed in the loft space. This rental features a flat-screen TV. radio, books and board games.
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Beaches, hiking, and biking are all less than 5 minutes away. Check out Stovers Point, Pott's Point, and Mitchell Field for great kayaking and paddle boarding, go on a boat tour or walk some of Harpswell great nature trails.

Harpswell has many local shops with talented artists.
Brunswick, Bowdoin College, and Maine State Music Theater is 20 minutes away, shopping at the Freeport Outlets is 35 minutes away, and Portland is about an hour, with Bath Wiscasset and Boothbay Harbor up to an hour and a half north on route 1.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Please wash any dishes and leave in the dishdrainer Leave all trash in the bagged barrels in the shed We will strip the beds and pick up the laundry later Leave the key on the table and door unlocked
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No public access to the shore at this property
No food or drinks in the bedrooms

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2846791vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Gulf of Maine and Brunswick Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ash Cove Pottery and Land's End Gift Shop. Wolfe's Neck Farm and Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Ash Cove Pottery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Harpswell Harbor - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 39 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Thompson's Point - 58 min drive - 83.4 km
  • Maine Mall - 60 min drive - 89.5 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 21 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bailey Island General Store - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Morse’s - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Retro Ash Cove Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Casco Bay and Ash Cove Pottery. Mitchell Field and Lower Goose Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Quaint cottage

The cottage was a great place for us to stay for 6 days in July. The knotty pine of the living room and the enclosed porch with views of Ash Cove were great places to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
It was nice to meet some of your family and glad you got time to relax in between that busy schedule they had planned.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Vacation

Chuck and Lynn were excellent hosts. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
WE are glad you enjoyed being here thank you for being our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chuck and Lynne were great hosts, we were meant when we pulled up to the cottage with smiles and a loaf of yummy banana bread. The island is beautiful and Maine is amazing. The cottage is like stepping back in time, very clean and meant all of our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
That you enjoyed visiting a lot of the things on your vacation itinerary and had a comfortable stay is what we like to hear.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Beautiful & quiet location

R&R abundant here! This is a small beautiful community, nature puts on adisplay and fully flaunts the beauty of Maine. If you want a serene rural setting, stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Nature in itself can be relaxing .We are glad to be able to share a comfortable spot to enjoy it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cabin and so cute. Very clean and has everything you need. A great porch to relax in. Chuck and Lynne are very friendly and helpful owners. Lynne greeted us with delicious apple bread. Very quiet and peaceful area. Love this cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
We are glad that our cottage was available and enabled you to get together with family without the confines of a hotel room. The conversation we had on the deck was very enjoyable as it is nice to hear more about our short term neighbors.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Great cottage for some good ole R and R

We loved staying at this comfy and cozy cottage in Harpswell. Harpswell is a cute little town that is situated not too far from some great Maine destinations. I will miss sitting on the porch watching the tide roll in and out.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2023
We are glad you enjoyed our cottage and the simple pleasure of the tide Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was the perfect home away from home. Chuck and Lynne were warm and inviting, greeting us with homemade banana bread. Beautiful space. Kind hosts. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it. It was just what we needed. The apple bread they brought over was amazing. The cottage itself was cute and cozy. It's right next to the ocean so you can hear the gulls as the sun rises. It was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2025
we are happy that you got to do the things you wanted to as that is what a vacation is all about. Sorry we didn't see you before you left but know you had a lot of miles ahead.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great Cottage w/ even better hosts

Chuck & Lynn were wonderful hosts, with a perfect 2 bd cottage on a relaxing pond/bay in harpswell. They made sure stay was smooth and even greeted with banana bread. The town of their cottage is quaint and beautiful with hiking and lobster shack galore, however a 20-25 min drive from lots of stores / interstate. Would recommend this property to everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
It is a good place to sit back enjoy the cooler air and slow down, but it is toward the end of the peninsula so shopping is not our first priority. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

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

Perfect

This cottage fit our needs perfectly. It was clean, peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
We are glad the size was a good fit and you enjoyed yourselves. Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shaun B.

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

1970 time capsule

We had a great time here. This was a nice throw back to the 70's. The hosts we exceptionally nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Thank you for choosing our cottage. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time here as that was our goal. Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 2nd time we have taken advantage of staying in this unique rustic Ash Cove Cottage. Once again, Chuck and Lynne did not disappoint. They were welcoming and made us feel right at home. The cottage was spotless and provided a perfect space during our stay in Harpswell. Thanks Chuck and Lynne :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
It was good to see you again and glad you had a good time with friends while in Harpswell.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Great location; great owners; great experience

a 12 on a 1=10 scale. Real Maine...void of pretense and dreaded pandemic migrants...wonderful folks own the property.
Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
It was great having you both as neighbors hope to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

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

Peace and quiet

Quaint, comfortable, nice view. Cute cottage - ocean view from deck and enclosed porch. Comfortable chairs and couches everywhere. Friendly, accommodating hosts. Delicious oatmeal muffins upon arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2023
We enjoyed having you and that you had a good time conversation on the deck on the warm day was great Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

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

Simple cottage for two

Chuck and Lynne’s cottage may be plain, but it is quiet and clean and allowed us to enjoy all that Harpswell has to offer. After a day of exploring and good food, we enjoyed sitting on the small deck overlooking the water watching the birds and the tides. Chuck and Lynne greeted us with muffins when we arrived, showed us around, but otherwise respected our privacy. Great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
We are glad you enjoyed the cottage and the natural environment that brings us joy . Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda C.

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

Highly recommend

Chuck & Lynne were very welcoming. The cottage was clean & comfortable. It was a great place of respite with a pretty view of the bay. The homemade zucchini bread was delicious & indicative of the thoughtfulness of the owners! All of our needs were met-- and then some!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2023
We are pleased we could accommodate you for your stay at the cottage. The peacefulness of our area has always been something we've enjoyed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine J.

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

Quiet & quaint

This quaint cabin may be stuck in the 70's but it sure is wonderful. Beautiful view, quiet and peaceful. You will not find nicer hosts. Lynne and Chuck are true Mainers, warm and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
We are glad you have an appreciation of what the cottage is and that you enjoyed your time here. We enjoyed having you. Lynne and Chuck
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Cute as a clam!!

This is a true Maine cottage, it is perfect for a couple looking to find peace, quiet and calm! This is a place to disconnect from a noisy world, drift your thoughts over the water and lose yourself in the nature around you! The host is wonderful, will answer any questions. The banana bread was wonderful! Harpswell is one of Maine's most beautiful areas with a ton of hiking trails and the most breathtaking views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2023
Thank you for sharing we are glad you enjoyed your stay. It has always been a peaceful place to unwind. Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

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

Girl’s Trip

My BFF and I stayed here for a girl’s trip. Check in is SO incredibly easy. They meet you at the door! We had a welcome homemade apple bread (which was delicious). Cabin is very clean. The water pressure is fantastic and water gets hot quickly. There is no water access from the cabin, but the views are beautiful. No AC, but wasn’t needed while we were there. It was like staying at a family member’s house. Very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
We like to greet you and offer a few suggestions to make the cottage feel like home in the short time you are here, so the communication with actual arrival time was greatly appreciated. Keeping it simple but comfortable is what we try to do. Lynne and I are glad you enjoyed your stay in Maine do come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has a lovely setting on Ash Cove with nice water views and sunsets across the water. The cottage was exactly what we wanted, somewhat rustic, but very comfortable.Check in was fine with complete details about the cottage, functioning of the lights, fans, appliances, etc. The kitchen was supplied with an array of cooking utensils, plates, bowels, serving dishes all very serviceable, that complemented our needs for cooking in the cottage or preparing lunches for outings.There was really nothing that we needed that wasn't available.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is rustic yet comfortable; if you're looking for luxury and polish, consider elsewhere, but if comfort and simplicity is your priority, this is the place. The owners are nearby, welcoming, and available, without being the least bit imposing. The interior is large enough to have some space but small enough to be cozy; the kitchen is full enough to cook a complete meal; and the sun porch with a view is priceless. You can hear a pin drop at all hours and the neighborhood rightly expects it be kept that way.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jos C.

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

A peaceful retreat on Ash Cove

We loved our stay at Chuck and Lynne’s cottage on Ash Cove. They were so welcoming and accommodating — our travel plans changed about five times; first due to airplane issues and then due to hurricane Lee. Anyways, we loved the cottage. It’s a genuine Maine cottage by the coast. The FM dial on the old stereo was a welcome throwback in this digital age (although this cottage has very fast internet!), and the enclosed porch with comfy couch is just where you want to read a book or watch the tide come in. We brought our two year old son, and the cottage was perfect for him and Chuck even child proofed the whole place. On top of it the neighbors put together their swing set for our boy because that’s the kind of neighborhood it is. There is no direct water access is the only thing I would note. Go stay with them. You won’t regret it!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay even if a bit shorter than anticipated. Your family's interaction was a joy for us to see. We like to keep some things simple, but with the internet, connected to the world. We cannot grant access to the shore as it does not belong to us. Again thank you for choosing our cottage. Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

derek a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, quiet place to getaway. Very well maintained
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Christophe B.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Déception...

Superbe accueil des propriétaires. Endroit calme avec vue sur l'eau. Hélas pas d'accés au bord de l'eau alors qu'elle se trouve à une 50aines de mètres. Le lit n'est pas du tout confortable et nous a causé beaucoup de maux de dos. L'eau vient d'un puis artésien impropre à la consommation. Le priopriétaire a fourni de l'eau en bouteilles. Cottage pas mal humide et odeur de moisissure omniprésente. Depuis que nous louons, comparativement à toutes nos autres locations, celle-ci ne vaut le prix demandé. Dommage... Aux alentour de bonnes microbrasseries pour les amateurs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
we are sorry our cottage was disappointing to you during your stay. we do our best to accommodate our guests. Chuck and Lynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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