Beautiful hilltop home with deck & view of Penobscot Bay - near festivals & more
About this cabin rental
Sunrise Bay Cottage Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Perfectly secluded on a hillside bluff in Rockport, ME with 180-degree views of Penobscot Bay, this beautiful cottage will give you a quintessential glimpse of one of Maine's most beloved regions. This retreat features a king size bed and wonderful accommodations for two, an expansive deck, and an enviable Midcoast location near renowned festivals, picturesque harbors, and farm-to-table restaurants. The living space has been meticulously maintained, offering elegant furnishings and touches of natural wood. Brew your own espresso in the kitchen each morning, have a seat on the deck at sunrise, and keep your eyes open for passing deer and bobcats. What's nearby: This peaceful hillside cottage is centrally located between the towns of Rockport and Rockland, Maine, with majestic views of Penobscot Bay and the ocean at sunrise. Take in the local festivals throughout Maine's Midcoast towns. Day trips to boating Visit the coastal towns of Camden and Castine when you're not day-tripping to Acadia National Park or admiring the fall foliage in Camden Hills State Park closeby. You can also spend the night by the fire and go nowhere at all. Things to know: Free WiFi Full kitchen There is a Toyo heater available. *Please note that the blufftop location of this home makes it unsuitable for small children. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Rockland, ME
Cabin in Rockland, ME
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
4.5/5.0
Excellent(21 Reviews)
5.0
Cottage was perfect for our weeklong trip. Everything was clean and worked. They prepped the exterior of the cottage for the approaching hurricane. No issues during the storm event. Held up well. Very responsive host.
2.0
They were happy to take $2600 from me without warning how about the daily 6:45 AM tree cutting and construction sounds on weekdays.
Ventilation is poor and house gets very hot in summer with windows closed during the day while you’re gone (you can’t leave them open unless you risk water getting in and being liable for it,,, The house was shut up when I found it for a reason)
Ventilating the house takes hours. with all 13 windows cranked open.
No screen doors on the front and back door makes it difficult to get the heat out of the house, and because there isn’t a screen door on the front you can only see the small view of the water if you go out on the deck or you put yourself in front of one of the windows.
House was clean though.
Waking up every morning at 6:45 AM to noise so loud that you can’t work there either during the day while taking money from customers is greedy
10.0
Clean and well furnished - everything we needed!
5.0
Cozy and secluded!!
Clean and well furnished - everything we needed!
5.0
Clean and well furnished - everything we needed!
5.0
The house was perfect. Everything you could think of needing was supplied in this spotless house on a secluded hilltop. The view was spectacular and it was so comfortable. Wildlife outside our door. I give it 5/5 review. It was great. We’ve rented from Vacasa before and are impressed with their attention to detail. Will def rent from them again.
5.0
Great view
The house was perfect. Everything you could think of needing was supplied in this spotless house on a secluded hilltop. The view was spectacular and it was so comfortable. Wildlife outside our door. I give it 5/5 review. It was great. We’ve rented from Vacasa before and are impressed with their attention to detail. Will def rent from them again.
4.0
Nice place cozy and well stocked..
4.0
covid getaway
Nice place cozy and well stocked..
5.0
We were offered this property after finding an issue with our original booking property. It's much more than a cottage. It's a very comfortable modern hill-top cabin house. The kind size bed was exceptionally comfortable which was complimented by the cool night time breeze blowing through the open windows. We loved morning breakfast on the deck overlooking West Penobscot Bay. At night we enjoy use of the grill and perfect copper fire pit in total mountain privacy. We had everything we needed for an exceptional 11-day trip. Downtown Camden and main street Rockland were a short drive from the house and Acadia National park was less than a 2 hour drive. The owners were very accommodating as well as the local Vacasa staff. We will definitely be returning in the future.
5.0
Perfect Maine Getaway
We were offered this property after finding an issue with our original booking property. It's much more than a cottage. It's a very comfortable modern hill-top cabin house. The kind size bed was exceptionally comfortable which was complimented by the cool night time breeze blowing through the open windows. We loved morning breakfast on the deck overlooking West Penobscot Bay. At night we enjoy use of the grill and perfect copper fire pit in total mountain privacy. We had everything we needed for an exceptional 11-day trip. Downtown Camden and main street Rockland were a short drive from the house and Acadia National park was less than a 2 hour drive. The owners were very accommodating as well as the local Vacasa staff. We will definitely be returning in the future.
4.0
Liked the location and the home itself.
Had most everything we needed.
Wish the TV utilized the tv antenna outside so we could watch some local channels. Wanted to watch a little local and national news. Had to use my phone to watch a football game that was being broadcast on one of the local channels.
4.0
Very nice place. Close to town. Very private.
Liked the location and the home itself.
Had most everything we needed.
Wish the TV utilized the tv antenna outside so we could watch some local channels. Wanted to watch a little local and national news. Had to use my phone to watch a football game that was being broadcast on one of the local channels.
Had most everything we needed.
Wish the TV utilized the tv antenna outside so we could watch some local channels. Wanted to watch a little local and national news. Had to use my phone to watch a football game that was being broadcast on one of the local channels.
4.0
Peaceful and relaxing
Beautiful place and very peaceful. Washer and dryer did not work and only had 3 towels and had to go to laundry mat to wash clothes and towels.
Driveway needs a little work but overall it was a great place for the four days we were there. Beautiful view!
Driveway needs a little work but overall it was a great place for the four days we were there. Beautiful view!
4.0
Beautiful place and very peaceful. Washer and dryer did not work and only had 3 towels and had to go to laundry mat to wash clothes and towels.
Driveway needs a little work but overall it was a great place for the four days we were there. Beautiful view!
5.0
Wonderful property
Cozy, comfortable, and very convenient locale. We would definitely stay there in any future trip and definitely recommend it to others.
5.0
Wonderful property !
Beauty scenery, convenient location, excellent facility
5.0
Beauty scenery, convenient location, excellent facility
2.0
This is a sweet cabin, beautifully decorated and tucked in the woods away from the busy touristy area. The owners have tried to think of everything. The online description said there was a pull-out sofa sofa / futon. Instead, there was a terribly uncomfortable cot. When we arrived, the flowers outside were dead, surfaces were covered with dust and the bed was unmade. Not only that, but there were Queen sheets and they had replaced the queen with a king bed so we couldn't even make up the bed. We called Vacasa and when we returned that evening, the beds were made. I discovered later that the trash had not been emptied. VACASA apparently runs the rental out of Oregon but advertises with VRBO. They did refund us the cleaning fee. They had offered us an early check-in so we arrived several hours early but that doesn't make up for the glitches. The house is wonderful and hopefully they are doing something about the cleaning service. I hate to write this kind of review but depend on reviews when I am booking with VRBO. I have never had an experience like this before.
2.0
Lovely and Disappointing..book anyway
This is a sweet cabin, beautifully decorated and tucked in the woods away from the busy touristy area. The owners have tried to think of everything. The online description said there was a pull-out sofa sofa / futon. Instead, there was a terribly uncomfortable cot. When we arrived, the flowers outside were dead, surfaces were covered with dust and the bed was unmade. Not only that, but there were Queen sheets and they had replaced the queen with a king bed so we couldn't even make up the bed. We called Vacasa and when we returned that evening, the beds were made. I discovered later that the trash had not been emptied. VACASA apparently runs the rental out of Oregon but advertises with VRBO. They did refund us the cleaning fee. They had offered us an early check-in so we arrived several hours early but that doesn't make up for the glitches. The house is wonderful and hopefully they are doing something about the cleaning service. I hate to write this kind of review but depend on reviews when I am booking with VRBO. I have never had an experience like this before.
5.0
I can not say enough positive things about this perfect little cottage. Set high atop the tree line, our view was fantastic. Beautifully and tastefully decorated, we had everything we needed. Kitchen is fully stocked and everything is spotless. The linens in the bedroom were crisp and comfortable and plenty of towels available in the bathroom. The mattress is VERY firm so if you like a softer one—bring a topper! Owner was very responsive to any questions I had and extremely pleasant. The driveway IS challenging, but you are given fair warning that you may need a 4 wheel drive if it’s wet. Centrally located, every place we wanted to visit was a short car ride away. Take my advice and hit up Flatbread Company right down the road for some amazing flatbread pizza. We had an amazing stay at Sunrise Bay and it will definitely be at the top of our return list for places to stay. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5.0
Peaceful. Private. Perfect
I can not say enough positive things about this perfect little cottage. Set high atop the tree line, our view was fantastic. Beautifully and tastefully decorated, we had everything we needed. Kitchen is fully stocked and everything is spotless. The linens in the bedroom were crisp and comfortable and plenty of towels available in the bathroom. The mattress is VERY firm so if you like a softer one—bring a topper! Owner was very responsive to any questions I had and extremely pleasant. The driveway IS challenging, but you are given fair warning that you may need a 4 wheel drive if it’s wet. Centrally located, every place we wanted to visit was a short car ride away. Take my advice and hit up Flatbread Company right down the road for some amazing flatbread pizza. We had an amazing stay at Sunrise Bay and it will definitely be at the top of our return list for places to stay. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5.0
Class house
We loved the house, location was great for people wanting to be near Camden, Rockport and Rockland. Lobster $5.85 a lb Rockland harbor.Gravel driveway a bit steep to get to house but once up the view of ocean, islands and forest worth it. Wild turkeys right outside window. address sign at road hard to see and needs to be made more visable
5.0
Cozy cabin with a view
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin — it is a perfect couples getaway.
The kitchen is well equipped (we cooked most of our meals) and the porch offers a delightful place to enjoy meals with a view.
Close to Rockland and Camden, nice walking trails, shops, and restaurants, we couldn’t ask for more in a home base!
Our only suggestion would be that the owners invest in some lobster crackers.
5.0
Great Place for Grandparents
This ancient grandfather is still working.I needed reliable internet or I would be so far behind after my visit I would be working 12 hour days fr a week.This place was spotless,I wish my home was as good as this place.I have the same heater,just give it a few minutes to warm up the the place will be toasty warm.the grill was also great.And when the grandchildren wanted to head for home in Camden we all had our peace for the night.
5.0
Meticulous Hideaway A Great Bargain for the Fall
I wish my home was as neat and well laid out as this home.I have the same heater as they do and it keeps the house toasty,you just have to give it a few minutes to cycle on.Spotlessly clean.I am 70 and was able to get up the driveway fine.Grill was a neat addition as I entertained family.If you love a commanding view,silence of the woods,and all the conveniences you will love this house.King bed plenty of room
5.0
Great casita- great view - great owner
The cabin itself was a marvel...ingeniously designed and well built. Well euipped with everything you need for a stay of any length of time. We cooked several times and all the equipment was there. We had a chance to meet the owner and she, too, was perfect. The proximity to Maine's Mid-Coast and its great seafood makes it the ideal spot to spend time. The place made our two weeks go by way too fast.
5.0
Spectacular camp 🥇
Sturdy camp,amazingly clean and comfy. Great views. Quiet peaceful setting. We were not able to access the backdoor lockbox...it would not open. We loved it here, even with the challenging driveway!
4.0
Beautiful View & Great Location!
We had a lovely time, couldn't get enough of the amazing deck and view! Nice central location but still tucked away and private.
5.0
Amazing getaway
This adorable hilltop home made for a great getaway weekend. We spent most of our time on the covered porch that gave us the opportunity to be outside, taking advantage of the views and peacefulness even while it was raining. The home was very secluded, which being from a busy city was exactly what we were hoping for. We are already looking at our calendars to see when we can visit again.
4.0
Quaint cabin in the woods but close to town. Very good location.
Very nice location between to major routes. You can see the ocean from the home and also see turkeys in the yard.
5.0
Clean and Private with a view
Our stay was peaceful and I felt like I was home. Everything was clean and the furnishing were comfortable and cozy. Our 9 year old girls enjoyed the loft getaway and we loved the deck and living room area. Thank you for a wonderful getaway!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Rockland?
The average price for a rental in Rockland is R 3,778 per night. This rental is R 187 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful hilltop home with deck & view of Penobscot Bay - near festivals & more. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beautiful hilltop home with deck & view of Penobscot Bay - near festivals & more pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautiful hilltop home with deck & view of Penobscot Bay - near festivals & more?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and tv.
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