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Lilac Cottage a Little Gem on Cottage Street
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 474 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Lilac Cottage a Little Gem on Cottage Street
Charming little cottage just a short walk from town. The first floor features a open living room, combined kitchen/dining room with original built in cabinetry, a half bath and a sunroom. The second floor features a full bathroom with a shower and two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with a queen size. Less than a mile from the ferry terminal, Lilac cottage is a short walk to the Vinalhaven Library, downtown shops, restaurants, Ambrust Hill Town Park and Lanes Island.
HOUSE RULES:
- Smoking, fireworks, indoor/outdoor fires are NOT allowed
- Please no parties or large gatherings
- Keep the property and all furnishings in good order
- PARKING – Parking is limited to 1 vehicle which must be parked in front of the house, between the lilac trees. Larger vehicles must be parked in the town parking lot across from the grocery store. the cottage is just a short walk from there.
- Appliances for their intended use only
- Water and Septic: You are on an island, so please be mindful of water usage and waste water
- No fires- even if there is a fireplace, wood stove, or fire pit
- Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Please follow the check out list before departure.
Garbage: All trash must be stowed in the proper garbage or recycling receptacle. Guests must visit the transfer station before departure. Guests may leave 1 bag of trash at the end of stay if the transfer station is closed. If excessive trash is left it is charged $15/bag.
Returnables: All returnable bottles & cans may be dropped off at the town parking lot downtown to benefit Eldercare services on the island. There are no hours of operation so this may be done anytime.
Transfer Station Hours- Sun, Mon, Weds, & Thurs 7:30am -- 4:00pm
Lobster shells- If you`re planning on cooking lobster, crab, mussels, etc. please visit the dump the day after your meal or if you`re on the ocean you may dispose of your shells in the ocean. Anything that comes from the ocean can go back in the ocean. Do not leave lobster shells in the garbage for over 24 hours. With high heats/humidity lobster shells can become a huge mess/smells and can also attract unwanted animals to the property.
Laundry: It is helpful to the cleaning staff if you keep up with laundering towels throughout your stay and only leave one load of towels upon departure.
HOUSE RULES:
- Smoking, fireworks, indoor/outdoor fires are NOT allowed
- Please no parties or large gatherings
- Keep the property and all furnishings in good order
- PARKING – Parking is limited to 1 vehicle which must be parked in front of the house, between the lilac trees. Larger vehicles must be parked in the town parking lot across from the grocery store. the cottage is just a short walk from there.
- Appliances for their intended use only
- Water and Septic: You are on an island, so please be mindful of water usage and waste water
- No fires- even if there is a fireplace, wood stove, or fire pit
- Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Please follow the check out list before departure.
Garbage: All trash must be stowed in the proper garbage or recycling receptacle. Guests must visit the transfer station before departure. Guests may leave 1 bag of trash at the end of stay if the transfer station is closed. If excessive trash is left it is charged $15/bag.
Returnables: All returnable bottles & cans may be dropped off at the town parking lot downtown to benefit Eldercare services on the island. There are no hours of operation so this may be done anytime.
Transfer Station Hours- Sun, Mon, Weds, & Thurs 7:30am -- 4:00pm
Lobster shells- If you`re planning on cooking lobster, crab, mussels, etc. please visit the dump the day after your meal or if you`re on the ocean you may dispose of your shells in the ocean. Anything that comes from the ocean can go back in the ocean. Do not leave lobster shells in the garbage for over 24 hours. With high heats/humidity lobster shells can become a huge mess/smells and can also attract unwanted animals to the property.
Laundry: It is helpful to the cleaning staff if you keep up with laundering towels throughout your stay and only leave one load of towels upon departure.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 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
About the area
Vinalhaven
Vinalhaven is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Perry Creek Preserve and Grimes Park, while Vinalhaven Historical Society and Art By Katy Gallery are cultural highlights.

Vinalhaven, ME
What's nearby
- Vinalhaven Historical Society - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Grimes Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Clayfers Beach - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- calderwood hall - 234 min drive
- Sand Bar - 5 min walk
- Cooper's Landing - 234 min drive
- Nebo Lodge - 234 min drive
- Homeport - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.6/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
14 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patricia G.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lilac Cottage
Patricia G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marian F.
18 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marian F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kristine S.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lilac cottage
Kristine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Angela Carlsen
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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