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On Top of the Sea North Harpswell House
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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Explore the area
Harpswell, ME
- Place, Paddleworks12 min drive
- Place, Bowdoin College14 min drive
- Place, Maine Street15 min drive
- Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)54 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
On Top of the Sea North Harpswell House
Privately situated Cape Cod house perched on top of the Harpswell Sound in North Harpswell, Maine with two seaside decks and cozy interior. The house has expansive southerly views of Harpswell Sound and a large field/yard flowing down to the shore line. Located just 6 miles from Brunswick and Bowdoin College with the shops of Freeport & L.L. Bean and Portland nearby as well. The house has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a separate (seasonal) large 4th bedroom & 3rd bathroom above the Boat House garage. Other features include water views from every room, a lovely wood burning fireplace, private primary bedroom on the first floor, private stairs from lower deck to the shore, eat-in kitchen & breakfast bar, separate dining room, washer/dryer, microwave oven, coffee maker, Keurig, high-speed internet & WiFi, gas grill, and more. One of 4 homes on a private 50 acre compound that was once an old salt water farm that dates from the 1750's.
Other:
- Great restaurants in Harpswell with The School House just up the road along as well as Cooks Lobster & Ale and The Dolphin nearby.
- Eating in, perhaps out on the lower deck? Fully equipped kitchen at the house for your convenience.
- A large selection of wine and craft beer is just a short walk from the property entrance (across the street) at Black Sheep Wine Shop.
- Just up the street is the Corner Market, which is a seasonal market filled with local produce and groceries, as well as delicious homemade breakfast pastries, sandwiches, salads, cookies, etc.
- A number of lobster pounds in area to pick up fresh catch and cook at the house (lobster pot provided)
- Kayaks can be rented nearby and stored at the house. Easily launch from the private stairs into deep water of the Harpswell Sound.
- A number of hiking trails in area including one well within walking distance from house
- Golf courses nearby
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Other:
- Great restaurants in Harpswell with The School House just up the road along as well as Cooks Lobster & Ale and The Dolphin nearby.
- Eating in, perhaps out on the lower deck? Fully equipped kitchen at the house for your convenience.
- A large selection of wine and craft beer is just a short walk from the property entrance (across the street) at Black Sheep Wine Shop.
- Just up the street is the Corner Market, which is a seasonal market filled with local produce and groceries, as well as delicious homemade breakfast pastries, sandwiches, salads, cookies, etc.
- A number of lobster pounds in area to pick up fresh catch and cook at the house (lobster pot provided)
- Kayaks can be rented nearby and stored at the house. Easily launch from the private stairs into deep water of the Harpswell Sound.
- A number of hiking trails in area including one well within walking distance from house
- Golf courses nearby
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
With advanced notice & additional rate
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Additional pet fee required for more than 2 pets
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
TIME: Please check out by no later than 10:00 AM
KEYS: Leave doors unlocked and keys on the kitchen counter
TRASH: Please take out the trash, put into bins (next to the garage) and tightly secure lids
DISHWASHER: Load and start the dishwasher
LINENS: Leave the beds unmade. Place all used towels on the floor of the bathroom
FOOD: Remove all food items from the refrigerator, freezer and cupboards
THERMOSTATS: Set both thermostats to 60 degrees
FURNITURE: Move all furniture and items back to original locations. Please lower patio umbrella.
MESSAGE US: When you leave, please send us a text
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: With advanced notice & additional rate
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
About the area
Harpswell
Located in Harpswell, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Gulf of Maine and Brunswick Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Maine Street and LL Bean Flagship Store. Paddleworks and Ash Cove Pottery are also worth visiting. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Harpswell, ME
What's nearby
- Mitchell Field - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
- Paddleworks - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
- Bowdoin College - 14 min drive - 14.3 km
- Maine Street - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
- Bailey Island Bridge - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wild Oats - 15 min drive
- Flight Deck Brewing - 14 min drive
- Warmings Market - 15 min drive
- Iris Eats Maine - 9 min drive
- Cook's Lobster & Ale House - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
19 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 24 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
maryanne k.
7 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
maryanne k.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renay T.
11 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Renay T.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Dave D.
9 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice visit
Dave D.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cristina W.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Cristina W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert J.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harpswell Visit
Robert J.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie M.
19 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful. Pool, hot tub, plenty of room.
Katie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
10 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place.
Andrew C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
27 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harpswell was a beautiful area to visit. Very relaxing and quiet.
Linda W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely views
Susan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy O.
17 March 2019
Very nice place! Great pool and hot tub. Close to restaurants and spring training games.
Tammy O.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Steve K.
20 November 2017
Great property in a very good location in the Cape
Steve K.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne M.
24 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting on Maine Coast



Suzanne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
George S.
17 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kick back and watch the fire place and the lobestermen bring in their catch.
George S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David M.
28 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal for our getaway weekend
David M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
michael h.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bowdoin 50th Reunion
michael h.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place!
Nancy H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lori G.
21 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax
Lori G.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Damen C.
6 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice accommodations
Damen C.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marialena W.
2 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views!
Marialena W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
18 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay 11/2019
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jeremy g.
20 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful veiw
jeremy g.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alex P.
9 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for walking around Camden
Alex P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peggy k.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Harpswell!
Peggy k.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
27 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay and host
Susan R.
Stayed 26 nights in Oct 2022
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