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Bayside Cottage: A Cozy Coastal Retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Northport, ME
  • Place, beach near Ruggle's Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfast Harbor
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bayside Cottage: A Cozy Coastal Retreat

Welcome to our charming coastal retreat in Historic Bayside, Maine! This inviting 1,350-square-foot cottage offers beautiful water views of Penobscot Bay and comfortably accommodates up to six guests, making it the perfect getaway for families, couples, or friends looking to relax and explore Maine's scenic coast.

Nestled in the heart of the Historic Bayside community, the cottage is just a short stroll from the Bayside Village Pier, where you'll find a playground, basketball court, and a swimming area in the bay. In the opposite direction, Kelly Cove Beach offers a peaceful setting for picnics, beachcombing for sea glass, and enjoying spectacular coastal views.

Just a few blocks away, you'll also find the Northport Golf Club, the Bayside Store, and The Hoot, a popular farm-to-table restaurant serving fresh, locally sourced cuisine.

Inside the Cottage

Step onto the front deck and into a bright, open-concept living space with modern coastal charm. The fully equipped kitchen flows into the comfortable living area, creating the perfect place to gather, cook, and relax together.

The first floor also includes:

Full bathroom with a shower
Laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer

Upstairs you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, each furnished with new beds for a restful night's sleep, along with a full bathroom. Two of the bedrooms feature TVs with streaming services, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Please note: All bedrooms are located on the second floor.

Amenities
Fully equipped kitchen
High-speed Wi-Fi
Full-size washer and dryer
Streaming TVs in two bedrooms
DVD player with movie library
Board games
Gas grill on the back deck
Explore the Midcoast

The cottage is ideally located just 5 miles south of Belfast and a short drive from Lincolnville Beach and Camden. Spend your days browsing unique shops, antiquing, dining at local restaurants, attending seasonal festivals, hiking nearby state parks, or simply taking in the beauty of Maine's coast.

Whether you're looking to unwind, reconnect with loved ones, or experience everything Midcoast Maine has to offer, Bayside Cottage provides a comfortable and welcoming home away from home.

Guest Access

Guests will receive a unique door code prior to arrival for convenient self check-in and access to the property.

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During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Waldo County General Hospital. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • 9 minutes by car from Waldo County General Hospital and 10 minutes from Belfast Dog Park
As a guest of Bayside Cottage: A Cozy Coastal Retreat, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

For instant bookings, guests must have a rating of 4 stars or higher.
Absolutely NO smoking or vaping on the premises. Additional fees will apply up to $500 for any violation of this rule.
We do not provide EV charging on property. Closest EV charging station is at the Hannaford's grocery store in Belfast (approx. 6 miles).

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Bedrooms are located on the second floor.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Bayside Cottage: A Cozy Coastal Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great stay

We had a great week, house was very nice and the Bayside area is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful surroundings, amazing sunrises, and stars at night. Everything was great.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a fantastic location! Our hosts were amazing, responded immediately to questions and provided coffee making supplies, waters and basic accoutrements that made our stay comfortable from the moment we arrived!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean cottage in a welcoming little village. Great accessibility to harbors and within walking distance to the pier and a cute little park. Our family enjoyed the hospitality and great communication with our host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heidi’s home was the perfect home base for a relaxing midcoast Maine vacation. Day trips to surrounding towns were easy from this location. The beds were comfortable, the seating in the living and dining room ample for our group of 6, and the kitchen stocked with enough supplies to make simple breakfasts and dinners possible. We enjoyed being able to walk down to the beach and wharf nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Relaxing

The property is very clean in nice neighborhood! Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Very clean and comfortable cottage. (The bed was unusually comfy for rental.) Two of my favorite amenities were awaiting us when we arrived: Fresh cut flowers and coffee! Heidi (the host) was extremely responsive and lovely to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Booked this charming cottage last minute and so happy with our decision! Cutest house with all the amenities to feel like home! Loved walking to Kelly’s Cove and shopping in Camden! Waterfront is gorgeous and weather was perfect! Highly recommend! Will definitely stay here if we come Back to Maine again!
Morning view ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reid J.

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

Costal Maine Retreat

Wonderful home, close to the ocean, quiet neighborhood. Made for a nice quiet trip. Had everything one would expect in a vrbo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

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

Happy Travels

We really liked staying here. It had everything we needed, was well-decorated, clean, comfortable, and spacious. The beds are very comfortable. The host communicates very well. We would definitely stay here again. Kerry D
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron Z.

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

Terrific location, spacious cottage

We had a wonderful 3 night stay in Bayside, ME with our famiily of four. The cottage is in a great central location and within driving distance to Camden, Befast, Boothbay and Bar Harbor. The village of Bayside also has a great beach and playground for kids. The cottage is quite spacious with 3 bedrooms and was impeccably clean. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BEATA M.

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

Great House in a Beautiful Location

The house was perfect for our family. Had everything we needed , comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen. Clean. Located in charming neighborhood. Close to many attractions. The Owner Heidi was easy to reach and very helpful. I would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice quiet area

The house is on a very quiet street facing the water. It is away from the busy Camden area but not too far. The amenities were very good, and they were responsive to our one minor request. My only complaint was that the shower door downstairs is VERY noisy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Perfect Family Christmas Stay

This was a perfect, toasty warm, place for family to stay over the Christmas holiday. The open floor plan on the first floor is wonderful for communicating. The one year old enjoyed walking around this area. We enjoyed the big dinning table for meals, board games, and wrapping gifts. The beds were very comfortable. Two of the bedrooms have a water view in winter! The property managers are exceptionally attentive. They went above and beyond coming first thing in the morning to shovel snow!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Excellent vacation stay!

The house is excellent for a vacation stay! So clean and comfortable. The neighborhood is great, friendly people and its great for bike riding or running. There are restaurants just up the road but the kitchen is a dream if you cook your own meals. One note for anyone with mobility issues: there are 3 stairs that have no railing so if you have a need for a railing, those 3 steps are tricky but there is a wall to help your balance. Overall this is a great house and you won’t regret it for a fun relax vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josee L.

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

Exceptional experience!

Heidi and Bill have put a lot of care and love into their cottage. We were enchanted from the moment we walked in. It was spotlessly clean, spacious, well furnished and equipped. The beds were comfortable. We slept like babies. The hosts were very organised and gave us all the information we needed. At all times we felt that we could communicate with our hosts if we needed to. Of course, everything was so well planned that we didn't need to communicate with them except to thank them for all the little touches that made our family trip very relaxing and enjoyable. Thanks again Heidi and Bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Esther T.

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

Very comfortable for all 4 of us

Bayside is wonderful in the fall/winter season - very quiet, lovely views, nice walks on a variety of roads, interesting houses to look at. Our cottage was well situated, warm, comfortable beds, easy to use kitchen, 2 well-equipped bathrooms, quiet neighborhood. A small drawback was the lack of reading lamps in 2 of the 3 bedrooms, for those who like to read themselves to sleep. The Rinnai heater kept the downstairs quite warm and, as long as doors were open upstairs, the bedrooms were adequately warm. Washer, dryer and dishwasher were nice to have. We did not use the TV's - every room had one. Wi-Fi worked fine. The house was clean and ready for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Perfect execution of a vacation rental

I would use Vrbo more often (over hotels) if rentals were as well executed as this property. It was a perfect blend of meeting all needs and expectations and adding the little touches—everything you need without the clutter of too much. Bonus: all doors and windows were screened, so we always left them open. Flowers and automated artificial gas lanterns were a nice touch. The location is in a quiet bayside enclave hidden from the nearby, more bustling coastal towns. The neighboring seaside cottages and larger homes are obviously families that have been coming for years, and there is a strong sense of community. There is a lovely "village" center where the pier, beach, "yacht club," and park are. A community center that programs a couple of weekly events is nearby. We saw a touring magician and collector's market there and mingled with seemingly the whole town. It's an easy walk to all of the above. If you want restaurants, a supermarket, or shopping, you head out of the enclave and drive along Route 1 or visit neighboring Belfast. We also explored as far south as Rockland (Lobster Festival) and Camden.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

ANJU S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Its a nice house in good neighborhood

We liked the house and its location/ neighborhood overall. Beach is right across the road.Owner was nice and very responsive. We reached late in night and was not able to locate the house as google maps and given directions was not correct. But we managed to find it at the end using mailbox numbers. Looked like house has been upgraded recently and it had everything which we needed but it have some room for improvements. House needs cleaning as it was very dusty and had hairs everywhere including rooms and bathrooms. We had to clean closets to keep our stuff. There is Ac outside in upstair hallway and you have to keep room doors open for air, but it was not a deal breaker as owner provided fans in all room. Clean place is our priority so that was a little disappointing but overall we had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024