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Red House Barn
Red House Barn (rental)
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Room
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Islesboro, ME
  • Place, Warren Island State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Camden Hills State Park
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪117 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

The Red House was a farmhouse for a working farm from the late 1800s until the mid-1900s. Miss Grace, the daughter of the founder of WR Grace- a specialty building supply company- bought the 100-acre point of land where the Red House now is. Miss Grace built a large summer house on the point and a red farmhouse at the beginning of the peninsula to supply her and those who worked for her with their food and flowers.

The Red House barn used to house the beef and milk cows, the sheep, and the hay and corn silage for the animals. The chicken coop was (and still is) behind the farmhouse. The vegetable garden was (and still is) in front of the farmhouse. The farm supplied Miss Grace, her house and garden “help” and the crew of her 100-foot yacht with fresh milk, butter, eggs, and vegetables daily and freshly-butchered chickens 2 or 3 times a week.

The Red House Barn was made into the beautiful apartment that it is now in 1984. It looks out over the field that used to pasture the animals to Seal Cove where Big Tree Beach and Boating offers any age sailing and navigation instruction and a wonderful beach for swimming.

Behind the Red House, there is a short walking trail to the shore which faces west- an ideal spot for picnics and sunset-watching.

This is an idyllic serene spot, a bird-watcher, and nature-lovers paradise. There are also opportunities to sail, hike, play tennis or pickleball, eat ice cream, and explore the island culture and beauties.

Sorry, no pets.

Keywords: Beautifully renovated rental barn, attached to owner 1880s farmhouse.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Islesboro

Located in Islesboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Schoolhouse Museum and Camden Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include High Street Historic District and Camden Public Library. Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Coyote Moon are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Islesboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Warren Island State Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Lincolnville Beach - 37 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Camden Hills State Park - 37 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 45 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 57 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 48 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dot's Market - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Green Tree Coffee and Tea - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Beach Store - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Dark Harbor Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Snack Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

As of 24 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. on 24 April 2026 start from NZ$457, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. located?

This Islesboro holiday home is on the beach, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Warren Island State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lincolnville Beach and Lincolnville Ferry Terminal. Camden Hills State Park and Schoolhouse Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lad T.

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

Idyllic Island Stay

This place was everything we were looking for: it's a warm, comfortable farmhouse in an extraordinary, peaceful setting; there are wonderful hiking trails nearby; and the hosts are generous and helpful in every possible way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2022
Great guests ……easy-going and energetic- seemed to love exploring the island. We enjoyed meeting them and they took very good care of the barn apartment.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Beautiful and serene

Great interior space, exquisite gardens. Penobscot Bay view and short walk to beach on other side of point. Great hosts, helpful and responsive, property was clean and well-equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
Great guests! We were glad they enjoyed the apartment, gardens, trails, beach behind the house. They left the apartment clean and tidy. We appreciated meeting these two Californians!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian T.

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

Superb stay on the Island

My stay with friends was amazing and more. The house and the environment around it provided the solitude, tranquility and at the same time adventure we were looking for. Laine and Jon were absolutely amazing as hosts and they didn't hesitate to help us out and answer questions. Overall we look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
We enjoyed Sebastian and his 2 friends very much! They were quiet and left the apartment very clean. We loved that they so obviously appreciated the beautiful setting of our property and the whole island. We hope they will return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maxine s.

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

very special

Our stay was spectacular and everything and more than what we were looking for. The quiet, solitude, amazing hikes every day, water, water, water. Hosts were lovely. House was wonderful. We hope to come back again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2022
Lovely couple, perfect renters. We really enjoyed meeting them, and appreciated their love of this wonderful island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison I.

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

wish we were still on the island...

The most relaxing peaceful getaway! You will not want to leave the island. Laine and Jon are wonderful hosts. Thank you for sharing some veggies from your garden, helping us get set up for our lobster night, and chatting with us about the island history. Favorite part was the private cove area on the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2021
Wonderful easy-going friendly guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Nature's Beauty and Relaxation

Our stay on the island of Islesboro, was wonderful - from our gracious hosts welcoming us and showing us around the property, even sharing some blueberries that they had freshly picked, to the beauty of the property itself. The flower gardens, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, massive white birch and fir trees, and the private coastline of the property made it very special. The Red Barn had a comfortable bed, large living area and kitchen with all the amenities and at night (in July) you could sleep comfortably with the cool breeze coming in the open windows. If you want to venture off the island for awhile, you can catch the ferry to the mainland. Just be mindful that the last ferry leaves for Islesboro at 5:00 pm and you might want to be in line for the 4:00 pm ferry just to make sure that if you miss making the 4:00 ferry, that you will be on the 5:00 one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great spot!

Excellent spot for our young family of four. We hit up the beaches, playgrounds, and local stores (often). We really lucked out with the weather and enjoyed the water access from the property both at low and high tide (tide dependent but not a concern of the kids). Our hosts were great and the kids enjoyed picking some fresh vegetables from the garden...and blueberries from one of the preserves (perfect for pancakes). Thanks! Aaron & Mary
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

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

Perfect hosts and perfect location

Spacious living/dining quarters in a beautiful setting. Ideally located mid-island and perfect for easy access to hiking trails, grocery shop, Historical Society, library and much more.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

An amazing property on a beautiful island

Laine and Jon’s property is just amazing. The house is so pretty and the grounds are absolutely breathtaking. We all enjoyed the quiet beauty of this special place.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

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

Beautiful, serene location

Lovely property, tranquil location, responsive, kind hosts, well equipped kitchen and home - relaxing vacation if that is your goal!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Magical getaway

We had the most relaxing and restorative stay with Laine and Jon-- a group of three moms of young children who stole away for a much-needed ladies weekend. It was so perfect and relaxing! The gardens are gorgeous, and the trail down to the water was so lovely. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked and we made several memorable meals! Waking up to the birds every morning was delightful. Islesboro is a quiet and tranquil place to restore and reconnect with the beauty of nature and each other. Our hosts were super kind and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna K.

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

Lovely quiet spot

Peaceful and comfortable spot for a getaway. Living space has everything you need and surrounding area is beautiful. We stayed with a 4 and 7 year old and had an enjoyable time. Easy walk to rocky beach (not good for swimming but great for exploring, skipping rocks, and finding little crabs). Recommend driving up to the Northern end of the island and doing the walk around Turtle Head Preserve. The ferry ride itself is easy but recommend paying the extra money for a reservation as on our way out we had to wait through two ferries before we made it on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
A wonderful family.- they seemed to love the natural setting- I'm glad they saw all the deer in the field- even the white one! We would love to have them return.They left the apartment spotless.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Peaceful and lovely Islesboro retreat

This is a great spot to unwind and relax. Laine and Jon were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samual W.

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

Beautiful spot on a great island with gracious hosts

Wonderful old farm area with walks to water and sunset. Great for a small family, only regret is we didn’t stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

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

A Perfect Getaway

Laine and Jon have a wonderful place -- an joyous experience, really -- for island visitors. We're Islesboro summer regulars, but this was our first time at The Red Barn. Absolutely quiet with a cool breeze, and beautiful fields and woods surrounding the house. Perfect location mid-island, so just minutes away from all island points. All around great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope and Fitz B.

A quiet and beautiful place.

Laine and Jon are generous, helpful and considerate hosts, the converted barn is attractive, clean, and comfortable, and the environment is beautiful.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Caylen R.

Such a lovely, quiet spot. We truly enjoyed our stay.

Hosts Laine and Jon made us feel right at home, thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cay E.

A perfect gem of a place

We so enjoyed our stay in Islesboro at this wonderful home. It is a very private, beautiful location where your blood pressure will decrease immediately as you look out over the pasture filled with wildflowers to the sea beyond. The house itself is utterly charming and comfortable-clean as a whistle. It is well appointed with everything you need, and the decor is lovely. The hosts, Laine and Jon are warm, friendly and accessible and made us feel very welcome. Our only complaint is that we didn't book for a longer period of time. We can't wait to return for a longer stay next year. I highly recommend this spot- it is perfect in every way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Laine Alexander and Jon Kerr

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Laine is a bird and nature-lover and the former owner of an organic food company- Fiddlers Green Farm- Jon is a bird and nature-lover who taught advanced environmental science at the Islesboro Central School and plays the guitar and banjo.
Both love Islesboro, and their home at the Red House. They spend loving energy working on their gardens and the woodland around it.

Why they chose this property

We have loved and been connected to Islesboro through friends and family for our whole life.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy the quiet, the Penobscot Bay (one of the Maine coast's most magical spots), the birds, exploring the many hiking trails on the island, experiencing the sailing opportunities, being part of the island culture.

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