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Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage

Cottage in Chamberlain with kitchen and patio

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Dining
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Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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New Harbor, ME
  • Place, Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, La Verna Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage

Mermaid Crossing Cottage is on the rocky coast of New Harbor where you can enjoy the sounds and comfort of the sea. Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid Lighthouse and Hardy Boat Cruise are all a short distance away as well as a Market for all your provisions. Fully equipped kitchen, plenty of comfortable seating and a private deck to enjoy your morning coffee. All 3 bedrooms as well as 2 full baths are on 2nd floor. (If you are bringing a pet please don’t forget to
let us know and to add the fee.)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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

About the area

Chamberlain

Located in Chamberlain, this cottage is by the ocean. Dolphin Mini Golf and Boothbay Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum. Boothbay Railway Village and Maine State Aquarium are also worth visiting.
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Map
New Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • La Verna Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 53 min drive - 60.7 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 54 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bristol Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Round Pond Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Gull Shop - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Midcoast Oceanfront Cottage located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve and La Verna Preserve. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fantastic house. Management is responsive. Location is perfection. The dream vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful house!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. You can’t beat the view! It had everything you need and is in a great area with a lot to do. We are already talking about going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leland A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My 4 overall rating was not the fault of the property, but three days of rain.
Looking off the deck
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was great! The place was comfortable, spotless, very well organized kitchen with everything you need. Love the light, cheerful paint colors & you can’t get any closer to being on the water unless you’re on a boat. And the view is spectacular for watching the sunrise, moonrise and occasional lobster boats hauling traps right in front of you. Look for treasures in the adjacent rocky beach area. The nearby LaVerna Preserve is highly recommended for a high reward hike through the woods to the ocean. Mother Nature’s sound machine, the rolling waves, gave us the best sleep! Our host Doreen was wonderful, very responsive and helpful. Thank you for a terrific week!
Harvest moon rising
Our sunrise nearly every day
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Pure delight!

My husband and I truly enjoyed out stay at Mermaid Crossing Cottage. The house is lovely and had everything we needed for an enjoyable week. We have been vacationing in this area for years and were so happy to have found this gem of a property. Doreen is very responsive and helpful. We are planning to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

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

Beautiful house on Maine coast

We loved our stay overlooking the bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Our host made everything very easy and responded immediately when we had questions. We'll definitely stay there again when we're visiting family in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V.

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

new harbor

very nice house. outdoor furniture needs cleaned. Excellent view . House very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

You can’t beat the sunrise

Another lovely stay at this gem on the water. This is our second stay at Mermaid cottage. We love the location and feeling you have at this great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

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

Awesome

This was our second stay at Mermaid Crossing. We love it here! The view cant be beat and the house is very comfortable and well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

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

Beautiful property!

We had a wonderful stay and the view is unmatched! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP R., Marietta, USA

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

Good place

As advertised; clean; kitchen well equipped; close to several areas of Pemaquid; good comms with owner;
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

camille a.

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

Fantastic house.

What a great house. Beautiful view and location. Very comfortable, clean and well equipped. We are already looking forward to a return. Did I mention the views? Stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William O.

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

New harbor fun

Great spot for watching the ocean. House had everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denese T.

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

Cozy and comfortable stay

We enjoyed the openness of Mermaid Crossing cottage and that we could see the ocean so easily from almost every room. The cottage is quaint but updated in all the right ways, clean and comfortable. The more nimble of our group loved the area next to the cottage, taking advantage of low tide to explore (not easy to access over the rocks but so interesting!). We're already making plans to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Beautiful Location

We enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Crossing. The location is beautiful. The kitchen, main living area, and two of the 3 bedrooms are directly situated for optimal ocean views. The property is about 2 hrs from Acadia, which was a must see for us. The cottage provided a peaceful, relaxing vacation directly in the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun G.

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

Summer 2023

Wonderful location, within proximity to a fine Grocery Store as well. Incredible views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc G., NORTH ANDOVER

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

Great

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia b.

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

Outsanding stay

This is a really lovely well maintained cottage in an amazing location. Kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might want. The beds are comfortable, sheets are soft, pillows are plump and we slept really well. The views from two of the bedrooms and the main level are really stunning and the deck is nice to sit out on with morning coffee or a meal. Owner was really lovely to deal with as well. 10/10. All the stars.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F., Greenbelt

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

Stunning Views, Perfectly Appointed

This property is truly lovely. View is stunning and the home is beautifully appointed with all possible needs addressed. (Including dog bowls and a leash!) The Hosts are thoughtful in all ways and communicate quickly and efficiently. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My 3rd year staying at the Mermaid house and it may be my last. We are older and like to sit on the deck taking in the beautiful views. This year the deck furniture cushions were flat as a pancake and we sat on folding chairs. Also, the screens may need repairing as the main bathroom light brought in many tiny black bugs that seemed to just die and litter the sink. I used the smaller bath. Also, the 3 toilet bowls are all stained and appear to need flushing. These were the 3 main issues but the house is tired and requires attention.
First light of dawn taken from the bedroom window.
Watching a lobster boat check his traps from our bedroom window.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Crossing. The house was right at the water’s edge with waves lapping at the rocky shoreline. We cooked most meals in the kitchen and found it to be well stocked although it could use some new frying pans as the ones in the cabinet are quite old. The bedrooms were comfortable with excellent views to the water from the bed. It was a lovely week in New Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Davi T.

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

Great week at Mermaid Cottage

Our family of 4 had a great time at the Mermaid Cottage. The views are obviously amazing -- you can't beat the view out to the ocean. You can even hear the waves when you go to sleep at night. The house was was very clean, with ample pillows and towels and kitchen supplies. The managers were very helpful and thoughtful with communication. There are 3 bedrooms with a little alcove w/futon downstairs. We were there in winter and the propane fireplace works like a charm! Love the areas nearby. We recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becki G.

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

Excellent location for relaxing

This scruffy seaside cottage was a balm to our tired big city souls. The expansive views will be what we miss most. It’s very special. If five star luxury is your preference then skip this rental. We had everything we needed and adored the creaky floors, charming closets, the cottage garden, narrow stairs and relaxing vintage vibe that encouraged us to slow down and watch the waves. It has the feel of a well loved cottage that has been in the family for years. While it might be time for replacing a few things here and there there was nothing that felt overlooked or neglected. We found the home clean and the beds extremely comfortable. The owner was very responsive, kind and helpful. While there are few restaurants close by the small grocery store was adequate for us. Delicious ready made chicken salad! The location was the perfect home base for us to explore the area and we would be lucky to rent here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana H., Norfolk, VA

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

Great location and Beautiful Views

The Mermaid Crossing Cottage was just the right spot for our family to unwind for a couple of weeks. The views are beautiful from the living area and two front bedrooms. The mattresses were comfortable which is important to us. The kitchen had everything we needed including food processor, blender, a lobster pot and all the associated crackers and utensils. The location was convenient to lots of good food. We particularly loved the breakfast sandwiches and scones at Round Pond Coffee and the lobsters and atmosphere at Pemaquid Seafood. If you want explore shops, Damariscotta is a short drive away. Don’t miss Renys or the Skidompha used book store or gifts at 136. Sorry for the long review, but I just have a lot of good things to say about this house. It was very clean and there was excellent communication with the owner. The only thing I will mention that could be a negative for some, is that there is not good access to the water from the cottage if you have kayaks or kids/dogs that want to play in the water. This wasn’t an issue for us as we took our Kayak and dog a short ways away to Pemaquid historic site that has nice water access right next to the boat ramp.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean views - a bank of windows.no road noise
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

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