Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

About this house rental

Located in Islesboro, this lovely house for $225 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. The Red House was a farmhouse for a working farm from the late 1800s until the mid-1900s. Miss Grace, the daughter of the founder of WR Grace- a specialty building supply company- bought the 100-acre point of land where the Red House now is. Miss Grace built a large summer house on the point and a red farmhouse at the beginning of the peninsula to supply her and those who worked for her with their food and flowers. The Red House barn used to house the beef and milk cows, the sheep, and the hay and corn silage for the animals. The chicken coop was (and still is) behind the farmhouse. The vegetable garden was (and still is) in front of the farmhouse. The farm supplied Miss Grace, her house and garden “help” and the crew of her 100-foot yacht with fresh milk, butter, eggs, and vegetables daily and freshly-butchered chickens 2 or 3 times a week. The Red House Barn was made into the beautiful apartment that it is now in 1984. It looks out over the field that used to pasture the animals to Seal Cove where Big Tree Beach and Boating offers any age sailing and navigation instruction and a wonderful beach for swimming. Behind the Red House, there is a short walking trail to the shore which faces west- an ideal spot for picnics and sunset-watching. This is an idyllic serene spot, a bird-watcher, and nature-lovers paradise. There are also opportunities to sail, hike, play tennis or pickleball, eat ice cream, and explore the island culture and beauties. Sorry, no pets. Keywords: Beautifully renovated rental barn, attached to owner 1880s farmhouse.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Islesboro, ME

Nearby attractions

Acadia National Park

31.56 miles

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

19.53 miles

Marshall Point Lighthouse

31.35 miles

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

15.55 miles

Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

5.0

Outstanding(18 Reviews)

House in Islesboro, ME

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Islesboro, ME

Nearby attractions

Acadia National Park

31.56 miles

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

19.53 miles

Marshall Point Lighthouse

31.35 miles

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

15.55 miles

Reviews

5.0/5.0

Outstanding(18 Reviews)

5.0

Aug 2022

Our stay on the island of Islesboro, was wonderful - from our gracious hosts welcoming us and showing us around the property, even sharing some blueberries that they had freshly picked, to the beauty of the property itself. The flower gardens, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, massive white birch and fir trees, and the private coastline of the property made it very special. The Red Barn had a comfortable bed, large living area and kitchen with all the amenities and at night (in July) you could sleep comfortably with the cool breeze coming in the open windows. If you want to venture off the island for awhile, you can catch the ferry to the mainland. Just be mindful that the last ferry leaves for Islesboro at 5:00 pm and you might want to be in line for the 4:00 pm ferry just to make sure that if you miss making the 4:00 ferry, that you will be on the 5:00 one.

5.0

Jul 2022

Excellent spot for our young family of four. We hit up the beaches, playgrounds, and local stores (often). We really lucked out with the weather and enjoyed the water access from the property both at low and high tide (tide dependent but not a concern of the kids). Our hosts were great and the kids enjoyed picking some fresh vegetables from the garden...and blueberries from one of the preserves (perfect for pancakes). Thanks! Aaron & Mary

5.0

Jul 2022

Beautiful and serene

Beautiful and serene

Great interior space, exquisite gardens. Penobscot Bay view and short walk to beach on other side of point. Great hosts, helpful and responsive, property was clean and well-equipped.

5.0

Jul 2022

Superb stay on the Island

Superb stay on the Island

My stay with friends was amazing and more. The house and the environment around it provided the solitude, tranquility and at the same time adventure we were looking for. Laine and Jon were absolutely amazing as hosts and they didn't hesitate to help us out and answer questions. Overall we look forward to staying here again.

5.0

Jul 2022

Idyllic Island Stay

Idyllic Island Stay

This place was everything we were looking for: it's a warm, comfortable farmhouse in an extraordinary, peaceful setting; there are wonderful hiking trails nearby; and the hosts are generous and helpful in every possible way.

5.0

Jun 2022

very special

very special

Our stay was spectacular and everything and more than what we were looking for. The quiet, solitude, amazing hikes every day, water, water, water. Hosts were lovely. House was wonderful. We hope to come back again and again.

5.0

Oct 2021

Perfect hosts and perfect location

Perfect hosts and perfect location

Spacious living/dining quarters in a beautiful setting. Ideally located mid-island and perfect for easy access to hiking trails, grocery shop, Historical Society, library and much more.

5.0

Aug 2021

Laine and Jon’s property is just amazing. The house is so pretty and the grounds are absolutely breathtaking. We all enjoyed the quiet beauty of this special place.

5.0

Aug 2021

wish we were still on the island...

wish we were still on the island...

The most relaxing peaceful getaway! You will not want to leave the island. Laine and Jon are wonderful hosts. Thank you for sharing some veggies from your garden, helping us get set up for our lobster night, and chatting with us about the island history. Favorite part was the private cove area on the property!

5.0

Aug 2021

Lovely property, tranquil location, responsive, kind hosts, well equipped kitchen and home - relaxing vacation if that is your goal!

5.0

Aug 2021

An amazing property on a beautiful island

An amazing property on a beautiful island

Laine and Jon’s property is just amazing. The house is so pretty and the grounds are absolutely breathtaking. We all enjoyed the quiet beauty of this special place.

5.0

Jul 2021

Beautiful, serene location

Beautiful, serene location

Lovely property, tranquil location, responsive, kind hosts, well equipped kitchen and home - relaxing vacation if that is your goal!

5.0

Jul 2021

Magical getaway

Magical getaway

We had the most relaxing and restorative stay with Laine and Jon-- a group of three moms of young children who stole away for a much-needed ladies weekend. It was so perfect and relaxing! The gardens are gorgeous, and the trail down to the water was so lovely. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked and we made several memorable meals! Waking up to the birds every morning was delightful. Islesboro is a quiet and tranquil place to restore and reconnect with the beauty of nature and each other. Our hosts were super kind and welcoming. Highly recommend!

5.0

Jul 2021

Peaceful and comfortable spot for a getaway. Living space has everything you need and surrounding area is beautiful. We stayed with a 4 and 7 year old and had an enjoyable time. Easy walk to rocky beach (not good for swimming but great for exploring, skipping rocks, and finding little crabs). Recommend driving up to the Northern end of the island and doing the walk around Turtle Head Preserve. The ferry ride itself is easy but recommend paying the extra money for a reservation as on our way out we had to wait through two ferries before we made it on.

5.0

Jul 2021

Lovely quiet spot

Lovely quiet spot

5.0

Jul 2021

This is a great spot to unwind and relax. Laine and Jon were wonderful hosts.

5.0

Jul 2021

Peaceful and lovely Islesboro retreat

Peaceful and lovely Islesboro retreat

This is a great spot to unwind and relax. Laine and Jon were wonderful hosts.

5.0

Aug 2019

Beautiful spot on a great island with gracious hosts

Beautiful spot on a great island with gracious hosts

Wonderful old farm area with walks to water and sunset. Great for a small family, only regret is we didn’t stay longer.

5.0

Jul 2019

A Perfect Getaway

A Perfect Getaway

Laine and Jon have a wonderful place -- an joyous experience, really -- for island visitors. We're Islesboro summer regulars, but this was our first time at The Red Barn. Absolutely quiet with a cool breeze, and beautiful fields and woods surrounding the house. Perfect location mid-island, so just minutes away from all island points. All around great experience!

5.0

Aug 2018

A quiet and beautiful place.

A quiet and beautiful place.

Laine and Jon are generous, helpful and considerate hosts, the converted barn is attractive, clean, and comfortable, and the environment is beautiful.

5.0

Jul 2017

Such a lovely, quiet spot. We truly enjoyed our stay.

Such a lovely, quiet spot. We truly enjoyed our stay.

Hosts Laine and Jon made us feel right at home, thank you.

5.0

Aug 2015

A perfect gem of a place

A perfect gem of a place

We so enjoyed our stay in Islesboro at this wonderful home. It is a very private, beautiful location where your blood pressure will decrease immediately as you look out over the pasture filled with wildflowers to the sea beyond. The house itself is utterly charming and comfortable-clean as a whistle. It is well appointed with everything you need, and the decor is lovely. The hosts, Laine and Jon are warm, friendly and accessible and made us feel very welcome. Our only complaint is that we didn't book for a longer period of time. We can't wait to return for a longer stay next year. I highly recommend this spot- it is perfect in every way.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Islesboro?

The average price for a rental in Islesboro is $267 per night. This rental is $42 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.

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Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Islesboro, ME

Nearby attractions

Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.

House in Islesboro, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Islesboro, ME

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Islesboro?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Comfort & quiet on an island off the Maine Coast.?

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