Located in South Thomaston, this charming cottage for $475 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Welcome to Birch Point Cottage! This peaceful and relaxing Scandinavian-style Maine cottage sits on five very private and secluded acres on the shore of a beautiful tidal ocean cove in Owls Head, Maine. Recently restored, this light and airy timber-frame barn-style home is a perfect blend of European style and Maine craftsmanship. The entire house can be rented for a comfortable, relaxing stay on the coast of Maine, and features 3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths, an open spacious floor plan, and great water views and access to a tidal ocean cove. DESCRIPTION: The main floor is a beautiful, comfortable, sunny, open living area consisting of a modern and fully equipped kitchen/dining room/living room with oiled white oak floors throughout. There are large windows offering water views of the cove, and double doors that open onto a spacious deck, bringing the outdoors in. There is also a large den/media room/library/office. Upstairs are 3 large airy bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, skylights, whitewashed rustic pine floors, and comfortable beds. There are 2 full modern bathrooms- 1 up and one down, as well as an outdoor shower. 3 Bedrooms (sleeps 6 total) include: - A large master bedroom with 1 Queen bed. - A second large bedroom with 1 Queen bed. - and a 3rd bedroom with 2 XL twin beds. (Comfortable mattresses, 100% cotton sheets, summer duvets, assortment of pillows) The outdoor area surrounding the home is nicely but simply landscaped, has an outdoor fire pit by the water, and ample lawn area to spread out, entertain, and play. Access to the tidal cove/water is 75 feet from the backdoor, offering swimming, kayaking, or paddle boarding steps from the house (water activities at high tide only, check tide charts). This home is extremely private but also close to many area attractions and conveniences. Get away from it all and relax in a tranquil setting surrounded by nature, wildlife, and the beauty of the Maine coast. This is truly a unique and beautiful property and setting with a casual, comfortable, laid-back Scandinavian-inspired coastal living style! AMENITIES: There is a well-equipped kitchen with commercial gas range and dishwasher, washer/dryer, an outdoor shower, and a spacious deck with gas grill, summer furniture, etc. The cottage has good internet/wi-fi as well as decent cell coverage. There is no cable TV, but the house does have a DVD player with an assortment of movies and a flat screen smart TV capable of streaming Netflix, Amazon, etc. There is also a radio (with bluetooth) in case you want to know what's going on in the world. Nice cotton linens and towels (beach & bath) are provided, as well as beach chairs & beach umbrella. PETS: Guests with well behaved adult dogs are encouraged to bring them (upon approval). We know they like to go on vacation too, and miss us when we're gone! The home and property are well off the main road, and there is room for them to run, play, and swim (dog-towels provided too!). Dogs must be fully house trained, on flea/tick medication, and owners are required to fully abide by our pet policy. Poop scoop provided. Limit: 2 dogs (sorry, no puppies or dogs under 1 year). RATES: SUMMER/FALL SEASON 2024 (June 8th- October 13th). Birch Point Cottage is rented by the week—Saturday-to-Saturday (unless specified) Weekly Rate: $3675 ($525 per night). Renters will also be charged a $150 cleaning fee, and 9% State of Maine Lodging Tax. Fee for Pets: $10/day /$70 week (each). OVERVIEW: Birch Point Cottage is located on a secluded point of land set well off the road in a quiet rural-residential area. There are nice walks nearby, including a pretty harbor at the end of the road, and a lovely less-traveled sandy beach a short 10 min walk from the house. Owls Head is a small coastal town with an active commercial fishing community (lobstering primarily). Fresh lobster can be bought nearby. There is also a wonderful fish market in nearby Rockland. Other attractions and amenities include; Owls Head Light (a State Park w/lighthouse), multiple accessible beaches (which are all great for small children), post office, and a general store. 10 minutes away is the artistic seaport town of Rockland, with great restaurants and cafes, museums and galleries, entertainment, shopping, and more. A short drive up the coast brings you to the picturesque coastal towns of Camden and Rockport- a destination for hiking, sailing, skiing, and other outdoor adventures. Other great areas to explore in the mid-coast include; the Saint George Peninsula and Port Clyde; Camden Hill State Park; Belfast; the islands of North Haven, Vinyl Haven, Islesboro, and Monhegan (great day trips!) and more. Summer brings the annual Lobster Festival, The Blues Festival, Boat Show, Farmers Markets, blueberry picking, yard sales, and lobster bakes! The owner will leave (and send) all guests a detailed and updated list of area attractions and activities, and can offer suggestions based on your interests. The Midcoast area also boasts a thriving food scene, and there are many wonderful restaurants, lobster shacks, farmers markets, fresh seafood & local produce, wineries and breweries. GETTING AROUND: There is no public transportation in the immediate area. Guests will need a car to explore. The house is a short drive to Knox County Regional Airport in Owls Head, a small local airport catering to private planes and service to Boston via Cape Air Airlines. Car rentals are available at the airport. Buses run daily from Boston and points south to Rockland, ME.