\"Tranquility Base\" is a place where you can lose yourself in nature.
About this condo rental
Situated in Cushing, this lovely condo for £145 per night is a great choice for your next trip. 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
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Cushing, ME
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)
5.0
Property was exactly as described. It was clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Bed was clean and comfortable. As advertised, the property is an apartment over the garage of an attached house. The owners were onsite and opened the garage door a couple of times. Not a problem at all, and we had complete privacy otherwise, but if you are looking for total seclusion you may find this to be a negative.
5.0
We stayed for three nights while visiting family. The beds were very comfortable, the place was well appointed, and it was very clean! It also has a great view of the water, which comes up almost to the back of the loft building! Having a pool table made for fun times! It does not have a stove/oven, but it does have a toaster oven and two induction tabletop cookers, which we used to make a pasta dinner for my family one night. One thing that could make it even better, would be a small deck/porch type sitting area off the living area, so you don’t have to go downstairs to sit. We don’t often require lodging in the area but we will certainly consider staying here again if we do. Thanks for the lovely experience!
5.0
We have rented a few other houses in Maine but this one was far our favorite.
The view of the ocean was perfect and close to everything we needed
We can not wait to plan our next visit
5.0
We enjoyed our stay in the woods! While it was “in the sticks,” Tenant’s Harbor was such a charming town and the loft we stayed in had a good view of the water! It was a simple check in/ out process, clean, and we had a great time.
5.0
We really enjoyed staying at Tranquillity Base. The apartment is right on the water and exactly as advertised. The apartment was super clean and our host very responsive. The location is ideal, very close to Camden, Rockport and Rockland. We would love to visit again!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay. The unit was very private and it was wonderful to wake up with a view of the water. Lots of birds and we even saw a dolphin or porpoise one morning right off shore. The location is great for exploring Tenant’s Harbor, Camden, Lincolnville and Rockport. It was fun playing pool at night and we were able to use the Netflix already set up for movies which was great because I’m always forgetting my passwords! We hope to have the opportunity to visit again!
5.0
The area was amazing ! The loft was perfect very quiet and cozy! We would love to stay again if it is available! The only recommendation we would make is to place safety stickers in the shower. The floor in the tub was very dangerously slippery.Just a thought to help prevent any guest injuries! We would definitely recommend this site for future visits. Thank you so much! Definitely a five star rating!!
5.0
We stayed three night and each day left early on adventures. We explore until sunset then came back to explore Tranquility Base. Don’t miss Port Clyde at Land End!!!
5.0
Warm, comfortable and clean
5.0
Herons, loon, kingfisher, and multiple visits by a bald eagle , all from the living room window.
Excellent hostess who goes far above what would be expected.
Only ruff part of our stay would be the road to house. I now know where potholes go to die. Upside is that it keeps the speed of the
limited traffic that travels the road very slow.
5.0
If it wouldn't have looked bad, I would have given "accuracy of listing" four stars instead of five. Because this place was even better than the listing. The chairs looking out at the water (inside and out), the sense of peaceful isolation even though it is so close to town, a massive bathroom, comfortable bed, sparkling clean everywhere. We also had a blast playing pool , though we played very badly! The stairs up are steep and open; our little dogs were not fond of that part. Closing those steps would take this to an even higher level. Thank you for a marvelous stay!
5.0
We had a very good time with Tranquility Base as our R & R to relax after a busy day of visiting with family. We will definitely
look into returning to this place on our next visit. Thank you!!
5.0
Thank you for sharing this beautiful property. We enjoyed our stay. Everything was just perfect!!!!!
5.0
Pretty skies and sunrises. Good ventilation. Small kitchen and needs a better pot for boiling pasta. Cotton sheets and blankets, which should be a given but often isn’t. Dog friendly. Need to be comfortable climbing stairs as is a second floor walk up. Easy access. Very clean. Generally well-appointed. Quiet neighborhood on gravel road that is good for walking.
4.0
Tranquility Base is a peaceful, quiet, lovely spot. Even on hot days, the cottage stayed cool thanks to lots of open windows and salt-scented breezes off the St George River. View and sunsets were spectacular. Beds and furniture are comfortable.
If you rent this property you should know it doesn't have a stove or oven. Cooking is accomplished with two plug-in induction burners (plus a microwave and toaster oven). They work fine, but limit what kind of meals you can create.
Stephanie, the property manager, was responsive and great to work with.
Overall we enjoyed our time here and would recommend it to anyone wanting to get away from it all.
5.0
Great Anniversary get away
Definitely a great secluded spot. We enjoyed watching the tide roll in and out, saw a bunch of lighthouses which my wife loved! Super close to Marshall Point Lighthouse. Enjoyed the trip!
5.0
The property is located right on the St George with breathtaking views of the river. The space is comfortable, clean and spacious. We very much enjoyed our stay!
10.0
The property is located right on the St George with breathtaking views of the river. The space is comfortable, clean and spacious. We very much enjoyed our stay!
5.0
beautiful location!
The property is located right on the St George with breathtaking views of the river. The space is comfortable, clean and spacious. We very much enjoyed our stay!
5.0
The view was perfect! Such a peaceful weekend getaway!
4.0
We enjoyed our stay however, we were very concerned about a second egress for safety reasons. Overall, it was a nice apartment to stay in. Beautiful kitchen/refrig/wash dryer with lots of supplies. Bathroom was beautiful but would have preferred curtains on the windows. Beds/pillows very comfortable and spacious closets. The apartment was semi clean/some dirt under beds and under rug with dog hairs. Disappointed that dock/water was not available or that we couldn't access the land shown in pictures. Was expecting a BBQ but it's a fire pit instead and too large to carry from under stairs and I wouldn't cook food on it. Enjoyed ferry to Monhegan Island to hike, Puffin and Nature Cruise and Castle Island Preserve. Wine tasting at Savage Winery, The Causeway Restaurant, Owls Head Transportation Museum!!
5.0
Great weekend getaway
The view was perfect! Such a peaceful weekend getaway!
4.0
Love St. George Area!
We enjoyed our stay however, we were very concerned about a second egress for safety reasons. Overall, it was a nice apartment to stay in. Beautiful kitchen/refrig/wash dryer with lots of supplies. Bathroom was beautiful but would have preferred curtains on the windows. Beds/pillows very comfortable and spacious closets. The apartment was semi clean/some dirt under beds and under rug with dog hairs. Disappointed that dock/water was not available or that we couldn't access the land shown in pictures. Was expecting a BBQ but it's a fire pit instead and too large to carry from under stairs and I wouldn't cook food on it. Enjoyed ferry to Monhegan Island to hike, Puffin and Nature Cruise and Castle Island Preserve. Wine tasting at Savage Winery, The Causeway Restaurant, Owls Head Transportation Museum!!
5.0
My family and I (two adults, two young kids, and a dog) had a wonderful stay at Tranquility Base! We can’t wait to come back text year. The place was immaculate when we arrived and we had everything we needed for a comfortable week long stay. There was a binder with house rules and thorough instructions for appliances, etc.. which was great to have. Stephanie was fantastic. There was a car accident down the road that caused a power outage and Stephanie was there right away to get the generator on. Otis point is a very quiet private road in a beautiful area, I loved sitting around the campfire and listening to the loons out on the water. The kids found hundreds of hermit crabs down at Drift in beach, which is dog friendly, and at Clark island beach. We also enjoyed searching for beach glass.
5.0
Stephanie was a great host: very quick in responding to questions, came right over when we had a problem connecting to internet. The house was very clean and comfortable. It is aptly named --Tranquility Base-- as it was very peaceful and we made lots of trips in and around the area, always happy to return to base.
5.0
Fantastic stay, can’t wait till next year!
My family and I (two adults, two young kids, and a dog) had a wonderful stay at Tranquility Base! We can’t wait to come back text year. The place was immaculate when we arrived and we had everything we needed for a comfortable week long stay. There was a binder with house rules and thorough instructions for appliances, etc.. which was great to have. Stephanie was fantastic. There was a car accident down the road that caused a power outage and Stephanie was there right away to get the generator on. Otis point is a very quiet private road in a beautiful area, I loved sitting around the campfire and listening to the loons out on the water. The kids found hundreds of hermit crabs down at Drift in beach, which is dog friendly, and at Clark island beach. We also enjoyed searching for beach glass.
4.0
Owner did everything to make this a comfortable stay. A bottle of wine and treats please access to herbs and seasoning condiments for cooking were provided. Close to
Port Clyde where there are kayak rentals charters to Monhegan Island, a fantastic ice cream store and a general store
4.0
The location was peaceful and quiet. It was close to areas of Port Clyde, Camden, and even Acadia for doing day trips.The garage apartment was well furnished with all needs-plenty of bath linens, detergent, paper products , dishes and cookware. The bathroom is especially large and well done.There were three of us in mid-70’s and we managed the stairs just fine.
However, we were not able to view sunsets as well as we hoped, and did not have a grill. All in all it was a great getaway.
5.0
Great visit.
Stephanie was a great host: very quick in responding to questions, came right over when we had a problem connecting to internet. The house was very clean and comfortable. It is aptly named --Tranquility Base-- as it was very peaceful and we made lots of trips in and around the area, always happy to return to base.
4.0
Excellent location and views of river and islands
Owner did everything to make this a comfortable stay. A bottle of wine and treats please access to herbs and seasoning condiments for cooking were provided. Close to
Port Clyde where there are kayak rentals charters to Monhegan Island, a fantastic ice cream store and a general store
5.0
Great view, nice yard. The apt. was comfortable and roomy. The pool table was fun to have there to use. The bedrooms were sufficient but the quilts were dirty and we were the first people staying there this season.
4.0
Tranquil and convenient
The location was peaceful and quiet. It was close to areas of Port Clyde, Camden, and even Acadia for doing day trips.The garage apartment was well furnished with all needs-plenty of bath linens, detergent, paper products , dishes and cookware. The bathroom is especially large and well done.There were three of us in mid-70’s and we managed the stairs just fine.
However, we were not able to view sunsets as well as we hoped, and did not have a grill. All in all it was a great getaway.
5.0
Remote and Tranquil
Great view, nice yard. The apt. was comfortable and roomy. The pool table was fun to have there to use. The bedrooms were sufficient but the quilts were dirty and we were the first people staying there this season.
5.0
Beautiful views, comfortable beds, peaceful, relaxing and well provisioned.Enjoyed climbing out on the rocks for a gorgeous wide vista!
5.0
Tranquility Base is a lovely property on a gorgeous piece of Maine coast. We loved playing in the "backyard" at low tide, looking for crabs in the tide pools, or just relaxing with a book in a lawn chair overlooking the ocean. We had fun visiting the nearby attractions, including Drift Inn Beach, lighthouses, and the town of Rockport. The only complication, once or twice, was in planning meals - local restaurants had some odd hours (one ran out of food by dinner time!) and the "backyard grill" mentioned in the property description was actually a firepit with a grill covering. But that was minor -- we loved our time here and we definitely look forward to coming back!
5.0
Tranquility is a good name
Beautiful views, comfortable beds, peaceful, relaxing and well provisioned.
Enjoyed climbing out on the rocks for a gorgeous wide vista!
5.0
Just the getaway we needed!
Tranquility Base is a lovely property on a gorgeous piece of Maine coast. We loved playing in the "backyard" at low tide, looking for crabs in the tide pools, or just relaxing with a book in a lawn chair overlooking the ocean. We had fun visiting the nearby attractions, including Drift Inn Beach, lighthouses, and the town of Rockport. The only complication, once or twice, was in planning meals - local restaurants had some odd hours (one ran out of food by dinner time!) and the "backyard grill" mentioned in the property description was actually a firepit with a grill covering. But that was minor -- we loved our time here and we definitely look forward to coming back!
5.0
The privacy and seclusion of Tranquility Base was perfect for our short getaway to Maine, especially during this time of necessary social distancing. The main house was unoccupied during our stay, so we had a lot of privacy, though the I think this setting would still be very serene under any circumstances. The apartment has plenty of space for a family of 4 and the pool table was great entertainment in the evenings. We prepared many of our meals on site and it was very helpful that the owners have accumulated pretty much anything you would need in the kitchen to do so. The location, though remote, is close enough to all of central coastal Maine to make day trips to destinations up and down the coast within two hours, including Acadia. As fairly regular visitors to Maine and knowing our way around some, Tranquility Base was a very nice, quiet location to enjoy summer in a state we love to visit.
5.0
Enjoyed Tranquility Base
The privacy and seclusion of Tranquility Base was perfect for our short getaway to Maine, especially during this time of necessary social distancing. The main house was unoccupied during our stay, so we had a lot of privacy, though the I think this setting would still be very serene under any circumstances. The apartment has plenty of space for a family of 4 and the pool table was great entertainment in the evenings. We prepared many of our meals on site and it was very helpful that the owners have accumulated pretty much anything you would need in the kitchen to do so. The location, though remote, is close enough to all of central coastal Maine to make day trips to destinations up and down the coast within two hours, including Acadia. As fairly regular visitors to Maine and knowing our way around some, Tranquility Base was a very nice, quiet location to enjoy summer in a state we love to visit.
5.0
Quiet and Serene - loved it!
Open concept, with pool table, living room and mini bar area. A great getaway with our young adult sons (18 yo, 21 yo). Very comfortable. Spacious, clean and modern bathroom. Very quiet and private living area, with many things to do in the area. Property manager was super helpful and responsive. Loved it! Thank you Stephanie!
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Cushing?
The average price for a rental in Cushing is £198 per night. This rental is £53 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at \"Tranquility Base\" is a place where you can lose yourself in nature.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is \"Tranquility Base\" is a place where you can lose yourself in nature. pet friendly?
Yes! This condo is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at \"Tranquility Base\" is a place where you can lose yourself in nature.?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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