Tidal Cove- Informal Charming Cottage Rebuilt to Passive Cozy

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Entire home

Kitchen view - cove is to the right with view over the stove and counter

Dining area looking out to cove as the tide is beginning to go out

This is what you see when you enter the cottage from the road side

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4107 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Harpswell, ME

Casco Bay1 min walk
Bailey Island Bridge26 min drive
LL Bean Flagship Store35 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 half bathrooms

half bath

Toilet · Outdoor shower

main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Open sunny cottage at head of Basin Cove where the tide ebbs and flows inviting herons and egrets to scavage along the water's edge. Swimming, canoeing, and kayaking from the front dock at high tide. Peaceful to view the scene via a wall of windows while sitting by the wood stove on a rainy day, or from the surrounding deck in the afternoon sun or evening shade.

Two miles to nearby Erika's take-out or the Dolphin Marina Restaurant for homemade fish chowder and blueberry muffins. Fresh lobsters and summer corn available for Maine summer dining. For those inclined to venture out - concerts at The Bowdoin College Summer Music Festival, musicals at The Maine State Theater in Brunswick, The Walker Museum at Bowdoin, The Wyeth Center in Rockland, The Portland Museum of Art, shopping at L.L. Bean and outlet stores in Freeport (30 minutes) plus many area gift shops... or stay put and hang out in the hammock with a good book.

Guest's comments:
'Truly restorative time...a peaceful, glorious spot.' Linda W.
'I awakened happily to the simplicity of 'Spartina'.' Deborah L.
'All the birds were here at 7am for a feeding frenzy as the tide came in.' Jim R
'Amazing that swimming was a possibility and extremely refreshing. The rhythm of the
tides and the light are particularly stunning.' Deborah and James D.
'Different mood and changes in the water with the tides and weather conditions were
fascinating. We especially appreciated how clean everything was and having a house
with so many great books and a well stocked kitchen.' Ron and family
'Beautiful surroundings. So many memories to take home...a true respite from our city
life in Houston. No smog, no sirens, no air-conditioning (how nice!). we breathed
easier here.' The W family
We had a great time canoeing, swimming, playing Monopoly and Risk. The cove was a
nice backdrop to look at and we spent lots of time reading. All in all, it was a
wonderful vacation.' brothers Sam and Harry
'Without 'Spartina' our week in Maine would have passed without much of a sense of
'Maineness'.' Mike and Katherine
Nine nights and ten days - it's just not enough. There is no substitute for the Maine
coast and South Harpswell in particular. We love it here!' Gene and Marilyn

Keywords: Charming Cottage

Property manager

Susan Myer Riley

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Water view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this cottage is on the waterfront. Harriet Beecher Stowe House and First Parish Church are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Maine Street and LL Bean Flagship Store. Ash Cove Pottery and Paddleworks are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

Casco Bay - 1 min walk
Ash Cove Pottery - 3 min drive
Bowdoin College - 22 min drive
Bailey Island Bridge - 26 min drive
LL Bean Flagship Store - 35 min drive

Getting around

Brunswick Maine Street Station - 21 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster - 41 min drive
Dolphin Marina and Restaurant - 7 min drive
Cook's Lobster House - 28 min drive
Erica's Seafood - 7 min drive
Sundrenched - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tidal Cove- Informal Charming Cottage Rebuilt to Passive Cozy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tidal Cove- Informal Charming Cottage Rebuilt to Passive Cozy?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tidal Cove- Informal Charming Cottage Rebuilt to Passive Cozy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tidal Cove- Informal Charming Cottage Rebuilt to Passive Cozy located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Casco Bay and Ash Cove Pottery. Eagle Island and Lower Goose Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

26 October 2023

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

Excellent Vacation Rental!

This home was pure comfort and perfection! It's not often on vacation my friend and I find ourselves wanting to just stay in, but this cozy cabin made it hard to leave. The view was incredible and the cozy fireplace made it the most perfect place to stay put and relax! I would 100% recommend this location and rental property and would love to visit again some day!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith P.

8 October 2023

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

A Glorious View

You won’t be disappointed by the view or location. The house itself is charming, comfortable, clean & well-maintained.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

6 September 2023

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

Great space and location!

We had a great stay and loved our time in Maine and at the cottage. The owner was very attentive and the cottage was spacious yet cozy and clean. Our only suggestion would be on the online description for the parking. It’s stated there is room for two cars to park however we drive a jeep grand Cherokee and it just fit in the space to allow to back/pull out safely. I’m not sure another car would have been able fit unless they were both small cars. We have no complaints and if we were to return to the area for another vacation we would definitely look into staying at Spartina again. Thanks for a wonderful 30th wedding anniversary get away!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri C.

2 September 2023

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

Let the outside in

The owners were forward thinking when they built and respectful of the environment. A high performance house with lots of natural light and the option to open up the windows to the let the fresh air in. Their use of space is thoughtful, so the place felt roomy and comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Susan C.

25 July 2023

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

Relaxing!

Enjoyed the deck sipping coffee in the morning while watching the various ocean birds.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Myer Riley

I was born and raised in Maine. After 15 years away, living in Germany and Seattle, I returned to enjoy the changing seasons, green forests, open ocean, downeast personalities, and of course my family.

Why they chose this property

I bought 'Spartina' in 1988 as an investment and began making improvements. Spartina is a type of dune grass and it is the title of a book my son and I read by John Casey.

In 2010 my husband and I razed the original building and designed a new passive solar cottage that has a nautical nordic look and feel. It is comfortable and cozy during all four seasons. We rent the cottage from July - Oct saving the other months for family use. We love watching the change of tides and various weather systems from inside and out.

What makes this property unique

It is astounding to read renter's comments in the cottage journal. I have been fortunate to attract people who, like us, enjoy this cozy simple spot right on Basin who appreciate unrushed time to watch birds along the changing tides, catch up on their reading, visit nearby places of interest, or simply stay home, cook a good meal and watch the sunset across the cove.

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