Welcome to the Coast of Maine! Lovely, Classic efficiency, One Bedroom Cottage Two minute drive to Pemaquid Lighthouse and craggy shore. Boothbay Botanical Garden, Garden Aglow ends December 31,2024. Light exhibition is a forty minute drive. Pemaquid Lighthouse tower has a panoramic view and allows visitors of climb up during the season. Tidy, adorable compact cottage with brand new double bed ( for a good nights rest: linens included) if needed, a sofa couch bed, kitchenette includes new fridge, stove, peculator coffee pot, French press, toaster oven, pots/pans/dishes and utensils. other features includes compact bathroom: shower, sink, toilet, towels, bath mat. Wifi available at cottage: use to make reservations for dinner, Hardy Boat tours, kayak rentals. Keyless, self check in with numbered key pad, website for Bristol Parks which include lighthouse, Pemaquid beach.
Kitchen includes counter space, inside cabinets: plates/glasses-pots/pans, bowls, utensils, toaster, toaster oven, coffee maker and French Press, clock. Drop leaf kitchen table folds down and includes four wooden chairs tucked inside table. Real space saver. Living room features a love seat sofa (double pull out),vaulted ceiling, light fixtures, bench and stool. Inside cabinet is stereo connected to wall speakers.
Front porch includes cafe table for morning coffee; outdoor seating in two Adirondack chairs in backyard, picnic table, tabletop Weber charcoal grill for cookouts, fire pit for evening campfires. Wood is included. Embrace Maine! cottage is at tip of Pemaquid Penninsula within minutes to attractions: lighthouse, museum, farm stands with fresh veggies, restaurants, antiques, kayaking, beach and fishing. area highlights include majestic views of ocean, spectacular shots of crimson sunsets, rising sun and rising moon, stars at night, catch a glimpse of seals frolicking on rocks. Cute efficiency size cottage (size of cottage12’ x 20’) Cottage is comfy for two people. Fun tiny cottage.
Enjoy lobster, clams, Maine Blueberries, at Pemaquid Beach feel the fine sand, smell of the salty ocean and search for shells as you walk. Amenities include: iron, ironing board, hairdryer, Kitchen icludes fridge, toaster, stove, pots/pans, plates/cups, coffee maker., French press. Plus toaster oven to heat up left over dinners. We don’t use a microwave oven.
Listen to radio, music or weather reports from the built in stereo and speaker. Front porch overlooks vintage garden, flower boxes and provides a spot to enjoy an early morning cup of hot coffee. Living room includes a pullout couch and gate-leg kitchen table with four chairs, bench used as coffee table. Plenty of comforters for those great sleeping nights. Keep an eye out for deer and her two babies, moose, fox, groundhogs,eagles and ospreys as you explore the Point. Clear nights provide fabulous star watching. Outside seating and picnic table for relaxing. Local grocery store, Reilly's has it all...paper, deli, pizza, meats, milk and bread to name a few. Short walk down a private right of way path, dirt road is perfect viewing of John's Bay and Islands Explore tide pools, swim or fish from the rocks.The days seem to go by too quickly.
Follow the scenic Bristol Road almost to the end to find the cottage...a true gem.
Hardy Boat Cruises runs seasonally: See Maine by sea and smell the salt air and cool breeze on your face. Puffin Watch, Seal Watch and Sunset Light House Cruise and Great day-trip to Monhegan Island is a must on this visit to the Maine coast. Wear comfortable foot gear. and enjoy lunch or dinner at Shaw's Restaurant on the pier at New Harbor when you return back to shore. On Monhegan Island bring a picnic, back pack in closet for hikers, Hike to cliffs on far side of Island. Artist galleries open by chance in village. Lighthouse Museum interesting and worth poking around to see local lore of the sea. You can buy pizza/drink on Island. In May/September Bird Migration Is TOPS! Bring Binoculars,trail guides provided by Hardy Boat, wear good walking shoes paths only no paved roads....a throw back in time....On a trip during the summer one renter saw whales, porpoises, seals, variety of birds and was especially delighted with trip.
Fort William Henry: Fabulous must see spot....for the historian in you of colonial life in Northern New England.Early settlement provided Cod for Europeans in 1600's made this an important British claim. Museum is rich with artifacts and short 15 minute movie of Pemaquid settlement. Fort sports a self guided tour of settlement gives an idea of how daily life was conducted. Monday night Historical Lectures Series, Special events and lantern tours. Pirate Dixie Bull once raided the settlement, hurricane sunk the Angel Gabriel, Native Americans/French traded and fought with British.
Archeologists have continually researched artifacts and conducted digs. Take a picnic dinner and bottle of wine to the park.Handicap accessible with picnic benches and panoramic view of Pemaquid Harbor. Order a lunch from Riley's Market at the Deli section or stop in at the Contented Soul for lobster.
Pemaquid Beach: Love this cresent shaped beach with fine views of John's Bay and Islands. Relax, walk and collect shells....Fine white sand, excellent for making sand castles or burying your feet. Snack bar is a must In season…. French fries and a cold drink make it heaven. Fall asleep under an umbrella, listening to the waves. Feeling adventurous? Rent a boogie board and ride the waves if the surf is up. Beach-comb for treasures. Hot showers till 5. Special concerts, fireworks, yoga in the mornings . Park is open till sunset. fee to enter. Plenty of parking, beach lovers delight!
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Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
New Harbor
Located in Pemaquid Point, a neighbourhood in New Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Boothbay Region Land Trust and Boothbay Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Verna Preserve and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 48 min drive - 64.6 km
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 50 min drive - 66.0 km
Rockland Harbor Park - 57 min drive - 82.8 km
Bowdoin College - 61 min drive - 83.9 km
Getting around
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Carriage House Restaurant - 52 min drive
South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - 24 min drive
Footbridge Brewery - 47 min drive
Farm 23 - 47 min drive
Amore Bistro Italiano - 47 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point?
As of 28 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point on 12 May 2026 start from NZ$225, 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 Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Olde Post Office Cottage at Pemaquid Point located?
Located in Pemaquid Point, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park, and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Fish Beach and Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Very charming cottage with everything you need. Clean and cozy, with a handwritten note and goodies from the host waiting onn he counter. We will definitely be back to stay here.
Beautiful grounds, walking distance to bay, charmingly decorated. Comfy bed and couch. The space is small, but the owner has done all she can to accommodate modern comforts. Great location in relation to sight seeing around the whole area.
Very relaxing, had everything one would need and both inside and out were picturesque. Loved going to the lighthouse at sunrise and sunset. Host responded promptly to a question we had
Arrived at the cottage to find so many special little touches to the accommodations, it set the perfect tone for a memorable stay and a great vacation.
Loved this little cottage and looking forward to another visit in the future.
Raeann C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2021
Dear Reanne,
So glad you embraced The Coast of Maine and appreciated our garden and location.
The cottage is our get away from the world..
Thank you for taking such great care!
We thoroughly enjoyed the short walk to the beach and the cozy cottage. We will certainly look to staying here again when we decide to visit Pemaquid Point!
Really nice. The cottage was so clean and comfortable. The porch, the location, the comfort. Could even walk to the lighthouse. The birds and plants are amazing. Lots of warblers.
The Olde Post Office was clean, charming, and convenient. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout. Great location and great value. The private-access walks to view sunsets over the water were a magical bonus.
We really enjoyed our stay in this adorable little cottage. It is just the right size for two adults. It’s location is perfect for a relaxing getaway: near quaint harbor towns, Pemaquid Beach, and plenty of restaurants without ever feeling overly touristy. We would definitely stay here again.
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2022
We are pleased you enjoyed the cottage and area. Please come back again.
Thank you for your excellent review… please come back again!
About the host
Hosted by Janet Collins-Haffey
retired from Boston Public Schools Special Education Department.My daughters spent their childhood summers at the cottage. They both come back each summer to visit. i love to garden and walk to the Lighthouse during the summer months to watch sunrise. I love finding Antiques, sitting on the beach for hours or on the rocks watching the waves roll in. I look forward to returning to another season. Time away from the tv affords me the luxury of reading, being outdoors, refinishing furniture, cooking and working in my garden.
Why they chose this property
Since I was a freshman in college I have been traveling to this location. I came to Maine to visit a friend I grew up with and never wanted to leave. My daughters are grown and continue to come back to experience the delights from their childhoods; swimming, sailing, kayaking. We never ever had a tv and learned quickly that Maine meant time for them to develop their creativity and enjoyment of the outdoors. Reading the night stars, painting flowers in bloom, tending the garden and snorkling are still favorites. Maine affords me time to find treasures at local antique shops or flea markets, watch the sunrise at the Lighthouse, time to make whoppie pies, volunteer at local organizations. Most especially are the quiet rides on the Pemaqud River by Kayak and french fries at Pemaquid Beach.
What makes this property unique
Every corner one turns is eye candy. You must come to see it! Just beautiful. Lobster has never been so fresh. Under the canopy of trees the gardens bloom throughout all the seasons. My favorite are the wildflowers that peak out as the last of the snow melts. Mainers enjoy eating the fiddleheads that can be found in early spring . This time of year also brings the peepers who croak during the early evenings (Bullfrogs). So many warblers migrate through that it is hard to distingush them all during the spring.
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