The Creek - Private Waterfront Retreat with Shore Access, Scenic Deck & Dog-Friendly Space

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A two-story house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a garage.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A rustic wooden house with a porch, a chimney, and a flag.
A wooden dining room with a round table, chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Penobscot, ME
  • Place, Penobscot River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Maritime Academy
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Main Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom_1

1 King Bed

Bedroom_2

1 King Bed

Bedroom_3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom_1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Penobscot

Located in Penobscot, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fort George Park and Dyce Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Blue Hill Books and Penobscot Marine Museum. Perry's Nut House and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Penobscot, ME

What's nearby

  • Penobscot River - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Main Street - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Fort George Park - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Castine Historical Society - 9 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 40 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Just Barb's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Club - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze & Castine Variety - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪T & C Grocery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Creek - Private Waterfront Retreat with Shore Access, Scenic Deck & Dog-Friendly Space pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Creek - Private Waterfront Retreat with Shore Access, Scenic Deck & Dog-Friendly Space?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Creek - Private Waterfront Retreat with Shore Access, Scenic Deck & Dog-Friendly Space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Creek - Private Waterfront Retreat with Shore Access, Scenic Deck & Dog-Friendly Space?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Creek - Private Waterfront Retreat with Shore Access, Scenic Deck & Dog-Friendly Space located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Witherle Woods, Main Street and Maine Maritime Academy. Castline Golf Club and Fort George Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay to explore the mid coast area. My dogs had the best time being able to run around the yard and down to the water! Would definitely like to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property. The local property manager was quick to help us get the propane bbq started. Very quiet and serene surroundings! So peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Private and beautiful area

Great place. Plenty of room and very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Unbelievable bay stay

Gorgeous location in a classic New England style house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful Vacation Spot

The home is a little dated but very spacious. We loved the outdoor space!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous getaway!

Wonderful private property to explore and relax. Plan to stay at home by The Creek. You won’t want to leave!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home on beautiful spot

We had a lovely week. Location is beautiful. House is well stocked and well maintained. Views are gorgeous.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Delightful Creek stay

This was a wonderful place to stay. A perfectly sweet house with a fabulous deck for relaxing and gazing into the evenings. Delightful trails that lead to the waters edge for high tide and low tide exploring. Incredible sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property had just switched to a new management company so some of the website communications were a bit bumpy. That said, the new company was very responsive when we needed them. The property is lovely but remote (so don't plan to uber or expect delivery). Well stocked but we did suggest paper napkins and kleenex as staples. A very good value for the price. We really enjoyed our visit. A more complete visitor guide would be helpful (such as local grocery store, restaurants, etc.).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paradise in penobscot

This older family home is located on several acres of beautiful land with path leading to the beach on penobscot Bay. We loved every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil Retreat

Spacious cottage on large shorefront property. Relaxing and beautiful. 10 minutes from Castine and Maine Maritime Academy. Cozy, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful location!

A lovely location with a roomy deck overlooking the bay. Perfect fall weather for our stay! The house is very comfortable and cozy, and very clean! The upstairs king bed where we slept was great and the room spacious😊 The kitchen is well stocked and seemed to have what you’d need if you were cooking there. We would return👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Creek Visit

The view over the bay is spectacular and calming. Not a far drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia. The whole coastal area is busy so getting back to the quiet house is very nice. This is an older house, lots of white pine but has everything you could need. So glad we booked it. Would have liked a gas fire pit on the rear deck but you can’t have everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a Beautiful Location!

The location was exceptional, check in was super easy and the house was clean and tidy. The house is exactly as pictured, but the photos do not do the location any justice. If I would have known how amazing it was, I would have planned a full day just to walk around the land and water area. There were literally thousands of fireflies at night (really, it was magical!) and a momma and a fawn walked through the yard in the morning. You will love your stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Private and peaceful

Plenty of room. Peace and quiet. Only an hour from Acadia. If weather is to be hot, the upstairs 2 bedrooms would be uncomfortable. The bedroom downstairs has A/C but the 2 upstairs do not. Beds are comfy and house is well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Conveniently located near MMA. Nicely equipped, clean house. So appreciate that the house is pet friendly. Sometimes worry that pet friendly places will smell like dog ( pet friendly hotel rooms are the worst). Not this house. Very well maintained. Yard and rocky beach are beautiful. Very easy check-in. Loved the back deck, stargazing at night was beautiful. Lots of wildlife; saw deer every evening and an eagle. Thank you for a great family stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot!

This house was perfect for a get-a-way, but also close enough to Acadia and other points of interest. It was right on the water, and the view was lovely. The house was SO well-stocked, with games, books, four TVs, strong wifi, - there was nothing extra we needed to bring. Plus there was tons of room to run around outside. And the deck furniture was perfect to sit and drink our morning coffee! During the summer, it does get hot, so if you're sleeping in the small bedroom, bring a fan or two (there is AC in the main bedrooms upstairs and downstairs). We had a great time, and would definitely stay here again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Penobscot bay Camp house

The home is exactly as pictured. The location was perfect for us--only about 10 mins to Maine Maritime Academy and only about 10-15 mins back out to Bucksport/RT. 1. Loved having 2 king beds and having a bedroom on the first floor. The back deck was perfect for relaxing and had views of the Penobscot River/bay area. It was cool to see the porcupine come visit the crabapple tree every evening. While the house was off the road and not visible, there is road noise that is more noticeable in the evening(for those light sleepers) and has more to do with the geography of the area.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review, Irene! We’re thrilled to hear that the home met your expectations and that you enjoyed the perfect location for your visit to Maine Maritime Academy. It’s great to know that you appreciated the two king beds and the convenience of having a bedroom on the first floor. We’re glad you found the back deck relaxing and enjoyed the beautiful views of the Penobscot River. It sounds like a delightful experience to see the porcupine visiting the crabapple tree! We appreciate your feedback regarding the road noise, especially for light sleepers. Your insights are valuable, and we will keep this in mind for future guests. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home with way better views!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this gorgeous property! The views were stunning and incredibly relaxing, and the house itself is beautifully charming – it truly feels like a well-loved home. We particularly enjoyed the artwork throughout, which we believe was created by the homeowner.The space was perfect for our mini-family reunion of seven people. Our six-year-old loved the couch, though we adults found it a bit less comfortable and opted to sit elsewhere – that would be our only minor suggestion for improvement.We couldn't have asked for a better experience and honestly wished we could have stayed longer. We'd love to return in the future! A special mention for Chuck and Mary, who we had the pleasure of meeting – such lovely, welcoming people.Highly recommended!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home with WAY better views!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this gorgeous property! The views were stunning and incredibly relaxing, and the house itself is beautifully charming – it truly feels like a well-loved home. We particularly enjoyed the artwork throughout, which we believe was created by the homeowner. The space was perfect for our mini-family reunion of seven people. Our six-year-old loved the couch, though we adults found it a bit less comfortable and opted to sit elsewhere – that would be our only minor suggestion for improvement. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and honestly wished we could have stayed longer. We'd love to return in the future! A special mention for Chuck and Mary, who we had the pleasure of meeting – such lovely, welcoming people. Highly recommended!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We’re truly delighted to hear that your stay was such a special and memorable experience for your family. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the peaceful views, the personal touches throughout the home, and the artwork. We're so glad the space was a great fit for your mini family reunion, and we appreciate your honest feedback about the couch, which has since been upgraded to a brand-new, much more comfortable one that we think you’ll enjoy next time. It was a pleasure having you, and we’d love to welcome you back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect House in Beautiful Spot

We had a wonderful stay in this seaside home. By far the best thing about the house is the location on the Penobscot Bay. We spent hours exploring the shore (especially the tidal pools at low tide), looking for sea glass, and just relaxing. Even though there is a lot to do locally, the house is also an easy day trip to Acadia National Park or the Camden/Rockland area (both about an hour away) which is great. The house itself was spacious, very clean and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed sitting out on the deck in the mornings with our coffee and then eating dinner there in the evenings. There was lots of grassy space for dogs and kids to play and run around. Beds were comfortable and there were plenty of really nice quality towels. Overall, a great house in a beautiful part of Maine. I would definitely stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion for father's memorial service

This is a delightful property with all the amenities you need to enjoy a retreat from the hustle and bustle of just about anywhere else! The bedrooms are large and accommodating. The kitchen is well appointed with completely functional appliances, including microwave and gas stove top (which I prefer). The living room dining room is well furnished, cozy and comfortable. If you desire there is the ability to log on to just about any streaming service you are subscribed to (Hulu, Netflix, Prime, Disney, etc...). In addition, the house is situated almost directly center of a large, several acre lot that is wooded on the road side and with a grass field that leads you to the Penobscot Bay. The well cut paths were wonderful to stroll on and enjoy the scenery of the Bay, especially the old rusted fishing boat just down the shoreline that makes for good pirate stories! All in all, this was a great place to recharge our inner batteries and share old times and stories as we got together for such a solemn but also joyous celebration of our father's life!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Our Week on the Penobscott River

The home was beautiful and met all our needs. The kitchen was a bit hard to maneuver and small, but we managed! We knew they had just changed management companies so some things were beyond the new management abilities to adjust right away. But we were flexible and patient so know it will only get better! Please remind guests to bring bug spray for ticks---the field in front of the house is loaded with them. Not the owners fault, but a very helpful tip to share with new guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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