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Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
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Explore the area
Islesboro, ME
- Maine Maritime Academy
- Warren Island State Park5 min drive
- Lincolnville Beach36 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)140 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.
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Islesboro, ME
What's nearby
- Warren Island State Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Lincolnville Beach - 36 min drive - 10.1 km
- Camden Hills State Park - 37 min drive - 10.8 km
- Megunticook Lake - 48 min drive - 21.9 km
- Belfast Harbor - 58 min drive - 34.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dot's Market - 36 min drive
- Beach Store - 36 min drive
- Dark Harbor Shop - 5 min drive
- Green Tree Coffee and Tea - 36 min drive
- Margaret's Lobster Rolls, Ice Cream, Hot Dogs - 43 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Laine Alexander and Jon Kerr
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.
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.
Languages:
English
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