Serene Luxury Coastal Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Fishing, Wildlife, Exceptional View

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A wooden deck with wicker rocking chairs overlooking a lake.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a dining area.
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a sailboat model, a reception desk, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A large white house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond.
A cozy interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Penobscot, ME
  • Place, Jonathan Fisher House
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Hill Books
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Maritime Academy
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1 - Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Blue Room

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Wood Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Loft

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 - Finished Basement

+1
1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

Bedroom 6 - Cabin

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7 - Meeting House 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8 - Meeting House 2

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bath 1 - Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Maine Floor Perch

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Upstairs Perch

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 - Main Off Kitchen

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5 - Finished Basement

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6 - Cabin

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 7 - Meeting House

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Penobscot

Located in Penobscot, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park and Fort Knox State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Hill Books 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 ecotours nearby.
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Penobscot, ME

What's nearby

  • Jonathan Fisher House - 16 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Blue Hill Books - 17 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery - 17 min drive - 19.4 km
  • The Blue Hill Wine Shop - 18 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 28 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 55 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Market II - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze & Castine Variety - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪T & C Grocery - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Marlintini's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Luxury Coastal Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Fishing, Wildlife, Exceptional View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serene Luxury Coastal Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Fishing, Wildlife, Exceptional View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Luxury Coastal Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Fishing, Wildlife, Exceptional View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Luxury Coastal Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Fishing, Wildlife, Exceptional View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Luxury Coastal Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Fishing, Wildlife, Exceptional View located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Jonathan Fisher House, Blue Hill Books and Parker Point Nature Trail. Blue Hill Mountain Trailhead and Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best experience at this property!! Barbara was an amazing host, I got married on the property last week and it was amazing! Barbara was so kind and helpful with anything we needed! The house was so clean and well maintained, if we ever need a large property in Maine again we will absolutely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Barbara's home. My husband and I had a friend reunion with 3 other couples. The property was incredible; house was comfortable. kitchen was perfect for cooking and visiting, and the out buildings were full of fun activities for our whole crew. We were able to kayak one afternoon before the tide went out. I highly recommend her place for family or friend gatherings. The husbands biked two days and commented how easy and accessible the biking routes were for them.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Sea River Retreat exceeded our expectations. The buildings and waterfront cottage were clean, organized and equipped with everything we needed to accommodate our large group. We loved kayaking with the changing tides while watching the seals and bald eagles. The pickleball court and tree house were a huge hit with our kids. The location was perfect for day trips to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor as well as Bucksport and Castine. The owners, Barbara and Les, were wonderful. They were very responsive and communicative throughout our stay, and had great recommendations for exploring the area. We highly recommend staying at this beautiful property and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot to park our extended family for just shy of a week. Comms with Barb and Les was perfect and they were so helpful if there were any glitches.Only complaint was that the sleeping options were a bit varied. We had a big group, so some had to sleep in the basement and in a few not air conditioned rooms. To be clear, we checked in on a very very hot day, but even on the less toasty days, the lack of AC was a bit of an issue in sleeping quarters.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
Whew! That sure was a hot week! Record setting - quite unusual for our area. In addition to the 3 mini-split ACs, we have 4 additional ACs hooked up in all the units. I only wish when we checked in on you that you had mentioned. We could have easily and happily brought you some mobile AC units. But not a problem! We’ll just add more for future guests who might get those far above average temperatures. We want everyone comphy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were perfect for our family reunion—generous kitchen supplies, multiple places to gather together. On rainy days we loved playing pickleball in the activity building. Having kayaks and all the necessary equipment (life jackets) on site made enjoying the water easy. Simply walking up to the view was a gift! We also appreciated campfire materials on site at the ready. At night the stars were clear because we were far enough away from the light pollution of cities. The buildings were beautiful and practical. Our hosts were incredibly helpful—before booking, getting ready for our stay, and during our stay. We can’t say enough good things about this property and these hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best stay at the Sea River Retreat. The grounds are beautiful and very well maintained. We enjoyed kayaking, swimming off the dock, fires at night, playing in the yard, games in the meeting house and spending quality time together. It was peaceful to be surrounded by all the wildlife and spot seals in the river. The house itself has many spaces to relax and get privacy if you need it while still having accessibility to common areas. Barbara has the place well stocked and has clearly thought through all the details to ensure her guests have a comfortable stay. We hosted a small wedding ceremony in the yard (20 ppl). Barbara had benches, folding tables, chairs and the perfect backdrop to do so. She was easy to work with, responsive and even took time to have a phone call to go over the space. We cannot say enough good things about this rental and would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for a place to bring a group together. Thank you Barbara and Les!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

This property provided great access to nearby activities including kayaking, fishing, hiking, swimming, and relaxing together during our family reunion...all in one place! We only stayed 2 days and 3 nights (one day at the property and one day at Acadia National Park, approximately one hour away), but the great floor plan in all three buildings and private waterfront access gave so many opportunities for family connections. I only wish we had planned to stay longer. Wonderful, peaceful, comfortable stay...we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was really awesome! We had 20 people staying with us but hosted an event with 42 total and it was absolutely perfect for this. It looks just like the photos (maybe even a bit better in real life) and has plenty of space to gather as a group and lots of nooks and crannies for private quiet time too. There were about 8 or so kayaks to use, with one being a two-person and all the others, single. It is very well stocked with all kinds of pots/pans, bowls, many spices, and lots of coffee with numerous coffee makers. Additionally, there were numerous refrigerators/freezers, several full-size and many mini fridges. The cabin is lovely and has a single bedroom. The Meeting House is stunning and has a full kitchen, full bathroom, and two bedrooms. Lots of folding chairs, tables, blowup mattresses, and big thick blankets around. The linens are high quality, beds are super comfy. Lots of screen windows/AC.The main house is really spacious, with 5 bedrooms. The master is huge and looks just like the photos. There’s also an outdoor fire pit right by the water with a circle of chairs around it and a whole shed full of firewood. Additionally, there’s a large gas grill with a full propane tank, a Green Egg smoker/grill, and a smaller grill.The large grill was tricky to get lit but did work well. There were some Maine bugs: wasps, black flies, etc. so bring spray.Barbara was very responsive, helpful, flexible, and nice. It truly was an absolute dream!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible property! Barbara was an exceptional host! She was tentative to all my questions, quick to respond, and a kind a person! The property was clean, had everything we needed, and lots to do.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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