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"Tranquility Base" is a place where you can lose yourself in nature.
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4106.8 sq m
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Explore the area
St George, ME
- Place, Tenants Harbor Marina9 min drive
- Place, Marshall Point Lighthouse17 min drive
- Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course38 min drive
- Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
"Tranquility Base" is a place where you can lose yourself in nature.
July & August are 7 night minimum. Check-In on Saturdays.
12 % discount for stays longer than 7 nights.
Further discounts for even longer stays. Contact hostess/property manager for details.
OUR CANCELLATION POLICY
1. Short (less than 4 days) , a full refund if more than 30 days notice given.
2. For stays of 4 to 7 days, a full refund if more than 45 days notice given.
3. For stays longer than a week, a full refund if more than 90 days notice given.
LOSE YOURSELF IN NATURE---FIND YOURSELF IN MAINE
I am happy to answer any of your questions! I will try to respond to emails, texts, and phone calls as soon as I can (within 1 hour of your request). You may email me 24/7 but if it is after 8 pm EST, I MAY not get back to you till the next morning. As for text and calls, I will be available between 7am-8pm EST . Thanks!
Stays of 28 days or longer will receive a 10 % discount.
"Tranquility Base" is a place where you can lose yourself in the beauty, peace, and quiet of nature as land, sea and sky meet on rugged midcoast Maine. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS ONE WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER, because very few people on the peninsula have central ac since the water surrounding us greatly moderates the temperature. On those few days when it does get hot, in addition to the window ac unit, we have fans that will help pull the cooler ocean air through the apartment. Mountains beckon on the horizon from your apartment windows, as saltwater laps against giant granite boulders. Summery mountain breezes carry the scent of pine trees and tangy salt air through your window. Nearby lighthouses, museums, antique shops, restaurants, and a range of gourmet to simple general stores entice you. Numerous parks and trails offer opportunities for exploration and exercise, including our own one-mile circle loop through the woods and by the water. Your guest apartment is located just outside the picturesque town of Tenants Harbor. It’s 20 minutes from Rockland, and 30 minutes to Camden. The Portland and Acadia National Parks are each a one hour and 30 minute drive. Canada is only three hours to the north. The Port Clyde General Store, where you can get Lobster Benedict for breakfast, is a brief, beautiful, five minute drive. Kayak rentals can be had there too. The East Wind Inn is close by and offers a delicious lobster dinner. Among the many lighthouses is the famous Marshall Point Light, backdrop in the movie "Forrest Gump." Don't miss the best swordfish and local oysters in the world at the award winning "Primo" Restaurant just 20 minutes away. The area has an epicurean feast of great places to dine.
The apartment is a modern second story walk-up with a full bath, two bedrooms, one with a very comfortable queen size mattress and the other with two twins, a full size antique slate top pool table, an efficiency kitchen with a large microwave and a large convection toaster oven and other small appliances as well as a washer and dryer and full size stainless steel refrigerator with ice and water in the door. Free internet and satellite TV.
It is located on the banks of the salt water St. George River, with lobster traps and boats right out back. Across the salt water river is the Olson Homestead, site of the Andrew Wyeth painting "Christina's World", and a museum of his paintings is in nearby Rockland. Bring your hiking gear, and camera with plenty of storage for pictures, and an appetite for fresh Maine cuisine.
In the apartment you will find notebooks with information on local dining, shopping, hiking, boating, museums.
Kayak rentals nearby. Swimming and fishing in the salt water right behind the house are possible. See details that can be found at the end of the amenities section of this listing.
Here is a short list of fun activities that happen nearby every year, which you may want to plan for!
JULY 4TH Almost every town nearby puts on a spectacular display.
ST GEORGE DAYS ST Usually the third long weekend in July. Old fashioned fun for the whole family, including seafood bake, scottish bagpipes, parade through town, and the most spectacular and longest fireworks you will ever see.
NORTH ATLANTIC BLUES FESTIVAL
Annual event in Rockland considered one of the most prestigious on the east coast with an amazing cast of performers has been happening on the Rockland waterfront for a long time.
LOBSTER FEST family fun on the Rockland waterfront includes contests, demos, lobster queen, and parade, and of course lots of lobstah!
UNION FAIR The Union Fair is a great week of family fun and entertainment! Contests, live music, harness racing, the Wine Pavilion, fireworks, the Maine Wild Blueberry Queen Coronation, Demolition Derbys, exhibits, food, demonstrations & shows, the Midway, 4-H, Laser Tag, lots of food.
and there are always farmers markets
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT PAYMENTS OR RESERVATIONS OUTSIDE THE VRBO PLATFORM.
ALL VRBO BOOKING AND PAYMENT RULES SHOULD FOLLOWED
12 % discount for stays longer than 7 nights.
Further discounts for even longer stays. Contact hostess/property manager for details.
OUR CANCELLATION POLICY
1. Short (less than 4 days) , a full refund if more than 30 days notice given.
2. For stays of 4 to 7 days, a full refund if more than 45 days notice given.
3. For stays longer than a week, a full refund if more than 90 days notice given.
LOSE YOURSELF IN NATURE---FIND YOURSELF IN MAINE
I am happy to answer any of your questions! I will try to respond to emails, texts, and phone calls as soon as I can (within 1 hour of your request). You may email me 24/7 but if it is after 8 pm EST, I MAY not get back to you till the next morning. As for text and calls, I will be available between 7am-8pm EST . Thanks!
Stays of 28 days or longer will receive a 10 % discount.
"Tranquility Base" is a place where you can lose yourself in the beauty, peace, and quiet of nature as land, sea and sky meet on rugged midcoast Maine. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS ONE WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER, because very few people on the peninsula have central ac since the water surrounding us greatly moderates the temperature. On those few days when it does get hot, in addition to the window ac unit, we have fans that will help pull the cooler ocean air through the apartment. Mountains beckon on the horizon from your apartment windows, as saltwater laps against giant granite boulders. Summery mountain breezes carry the scent of pine trees and tangy salt air through your window. Nearby lighthouses, museums, antique shops, restaurants, and a range of gourmet to simple general stores entice you. Numerous parks and trails offer opportunities for exploration and exercise, including our own one-mile circle loop through the woods and by the water. Your guest apartment is located just outside the picturesque town of Tenants Harbor. It’s 20 minutes from Rockland, and 30 minutes to Camden. The Portland and Acadia National Parks are each a one hour and 30 minute drive. Canada is only three hours to the north. The Port Clyde General Store, where you can get Lobster Benedict for breakfast, is a brief, beautiful, five minute drive. Kayak rentals can be had there too. The East Wind Inn is close by and offers a delicious lobster dinner. Among the many lighthouses is the famous Marshall Point Light, backdrop in the movie "Forrest Gump." Don't miss the best swordfish and local oysters in the world at the award winning "Primo" Restaurant just 20 minutes away. The area has an epicurean feast of great places to dine.
The apartment is a modern second story walk-up with a full bath, two bedrooms, one with a very comfortable queen size mattress and the other with two twins, a full size antique slate top pool table, an efficiency kitchen with a large microwave and a large convection toaster oven and other small appliances as well as a washer and dryer and full size stainless steel refrigerator with ice and water in the door. Free internet and satellite TV.
It is located on the banks of the salt water St. George River, with lobster traps and boats right out back. Across the salt water river is the Olson Homestead, site of the Andrew Wyeth painting "Christina's World", and a museum of his paintings is in nearby Rockland. Bring your hiking gear, and camera with plenty of storage for pictures, and an appetite for fresh Maine cuisine.
In the apartment you will find notebooks with information on local dining, shopping, hiking, boating, museums.
Kayak rentals nearby. Swimming and fishing in the salt water right behind the house are possible. See details that can be found at the end of the amenities section of this listing.
Here is a short list of fun activities that happen nearby every year, which you may want to plan for!
JULY 4TH Almost every town nearby puts on a spectacular display.
ST GEORGE DAYS ST Usually the third long weekend in July. Old fashioned fun for the whole family, including seafood bake, scottish bagpipes, parade through town, and the most spectacular and longest fireworks you will ever see.
NORTH ATLANTIC BLUES FESTIVAL
Annual event in Rockland considered one of the most prestigious on the east coast with an amazing cast of performers has been happening on the Rockland waterfront for a long time.
LOBSTER FEST family fun on the Rockland waterfront includes contests, demos, lobster queen, and parade, and of course lots of lobstah!
UNION FAIR The Union Fair is a great week of family fun and entertainment! Contests, live music, harness racing, the Wine Pavilion, fireworks, the Maine Wild Blueberry Queen Coronation, Demolition Derbys, exhibits, food, demonstrations & shows, the Midway, 4-H, Laser Tag, lots of food.
and there are always farmers markets
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT PAYMENTS OR RESERVATIONS OUTSIDE THE VRBO PLATFORM.
ALL VRBO BOOKING AND PAYMENT RULES SHOULD FOLLOWED
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Sorry Only DOGS with extra cleaning fee.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
ABOSLUTELY NO SMOKING ON PROPERTY! $500.OO FINE
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Send us a quick message letting us know when you have checked-out.
Placed dirty laundry in bathroom closet hamper.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tenants Harbor
Located in Tenants Harbor, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Marshall Point Lighthouse and General Henry Knox Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maine State Prison Store and Sail Power and Steam Museum. Coastal Children's Museum and Penobscot Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
St George, ME
What's nearby
- Tenants Harbor Marina - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
- Marshall Point Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 12.6 km
- Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 34 min drive - 27.3 km
- Rockland Harbor Park - 34 min drive - 27.3 km
- Samoset Resort Golf Course - 38 min drive - 31.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Causeway Restaurant - 21 min drive
- Happy Clam - 8 min drive
- Hurricane Island Outward Bound - 21 min drive
- Wallaces Market - 42 min drive
- The Quarry Tavern - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie Polky
I am a retired Airline Pilot and U.S. Air Force Officer and Pilot. My wife is a former public school teacher. Over the years we have traveled the entire world. We have been fortunate to be able to live where we choose and not be tied down to where we worked.
For much of the year the west coast of Florida on the water is our primary home. My wife spent much of her young life growing up in New England and had roots there too. So it was natural that she was attracted to that area also. After years of looking we found the house on the lot with the location, view and neighborhood we were looking for. The tall evergreen and colorful deciduous trees in the fall, the smell of clean salt air and the amazing quiet all surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the state of Maine made this a natural for a home away from home for us to go on a seasonal basis. We made friends with a nearby couple to rent the place, primarily when we are not there, after spending two years renovating and modernizing the spacious attached upstairs apartment. The center piece inside is the full size antique pool table. The focal point out side is the breathtaking Maine coast view right out back. Huge granite boulders, sea grass at the low point of 20 foot tides, lobster and lobster boats a clam shell toss away, with wading birds, the occasional seal and a passing bald eagle are all part of the Maine magic of this special place. Often the soulful sound of loons is heard drifting on that salt air. The distant mountains behind Camden are occasionally blocked by the sea fog rolling in. If ever there was a place to lose yourself and find peace, this is it.
For much of the year the west coast of Florida on the water is our primary home. My wife spent much of her young life growing up in New England and had roots there too. So it was natural that she was attracted to that area also. After years of looking we found the house on the lot with the location, view and neighborhood we were looking for. The tall evergreen and colorful deciduous trees in the fall, the smell of clean salt air and the amazing quiet all surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the state of Maine made this a natural for a home away from home for us to go on a seasonal basis. We made friends with a nearby couple to rent the place, primarily when we are not there, after spending two years renovating and modernizing the spacious attached upstairs apartment. The center piece inside is the full size antique pool table. The focal point out side is the breathtaking Maine coast view right out back. Huge granite boulders, sea grass at the low point of 20 foot tides, lobster and lobster boats a clam shell toss away, with wading birds, the occasional seal and a passing bald eagle are all part of the Maine magic of this special place. Often the soulful sound of loons is heard drifting on that salt air. The distant mountains behind Camden are occasionally blocked by the sea fog rolling in. If ever there was a place to lose yourself and find peace, this is it.
Why they chose this property
After nearly two decades of looking and several offers on other properties we finally came upon this one. After your stay you will understand why this was the one we were always looking for.
What makes this property unique
As they say in the real estate business, "it is all about location", and this is a very special location in the middle of "Mid coast Maine. Half way between The New Hampshire border and Canada. Right on the water. It is literally a day trip to everywhere in Maine and much of New England. Its location by so much beauty and history make it the perfect place to anchor your Maine adventure and just relax, not say a word, silence your cell phone, or see how many times it will skip like a stone on the river and soon you will actually hear your heart beat.
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