Nestled in Cushing, this lovely house for $427 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. This peaceful, coastal retreat on the rocky coast of Maine overlooking Watts and Cutler coves has more than 250 feet of shoreline perfect for kayaking, swimming, wading, and exploring the shoreline. Enjoy morning coffee by the water, and at dusk linger over a glass of wine as the sunset deepens. Secluded, yet within easy reach of Rockland, Camden, and all the treasures of mid-coast Maine. This property offers an unusual combination of peace, natural beauty, and accessibility. An architect's renovation of a lobsterman's cottage (built in 1972), the house retains its original fieldstone fireplace in a contemporary open plan design. The property consists of a 2-bedroom main house and 1-bedroom guest cottage. The main house has floor-to-ceiling windows, well-equipped kitchen, bedrooms, living room, dining area opening onto a large deck, tiled bath, and large deck - all with gorgeous views (and spectacular sunsets) over a saltwater tidal inlet of the St. George River. Just a few steps away (but a world apart), the guest cottage offers a light-filled bedroom with cathedral ceiling, bath, private deck, and expansive water views. Both main and guest houses are just feet from water's edge. Both, furnished with elegance and simplicity, feature clean lines, light-filled, flowing spaces, lovely bedding and bamboo floors. At the end of a quiet lane, this airy, one-level home sits on a large, gently sloping lawn with rocky outcroppings, and mature trees - all set against an ever-changing, dramatic backdrop of water and sky. Explore the river by kayak (3) or canoe (1), swim from the shore, pick berries in season, dabble in tide pools, watch herons, eagles, eider ducks, osprey, and eagles, as well as the occasional seal, otter, and loon. Enjoy lingering sunsets over the water, and starry night skies. Outdoor amenities include Adirondack chairs, fire pit, kayaks, canoe, charcoal grill, hammock, swing, and picnic table. Find comfort, ease, and peace of mind at this exquisite property! This waterfront getaway is within easy reach of beaches, museums, galleries, cafes, bookstores, as well as film, music, and live performance venues, renowned restaurants with eclectic cuisines, lovely fishing villages, lighthouses, farm stands and farmers markets. (Not to mention the highly-regarded lobster shacks that dot the coast). Or kick back in the hammock under the trees and do less! Peak season rental period (mid June - mid September) is minimum of 7 days (Saturday to Saturday): inquire about shorter period exceptions. Mid-September & October minimum stay is 3 nights. Shoulder Seasons (mid April - mid June & mid September- November) it may be possible to rent the main house or guest cottage only and for shorter stays Please inquire. Bedrooms Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps: 6 ________________________________________ Bedroom 1 queen Floor to ceiling windows with water views and 2 skylights Bedroom 2 queen Floor to ceiling windows with water views, and skylight Bedroom 3 queen Panoramic water views from the cottage, ceiling fan and heat Queen size Beds (3) Owner James Member Since 2019 Ask Owner a Question Languages: English View more about James Amenities Featured • Heater • Washer & Dryer • Internet • Parking Bathrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Bathroom 1 toilet, shower Sunny bathroom with tile shower and tile floor • Bathroom 2 toilet, shower tile shower and tile floor; sunny and spacious • Clean, bright modern bathrooms newly designed and constructed with large tiled showers. Equipped with hand soaps, toilet paper, towels.... Safety features • Deadbolt lock • Fire extinguisher • First-aid kit • Smoke detector • Exterior lighting Location Type • Near The Ocean • Rural • Waterfront • River • Water views from nearly every window -- a 3/4 circle of tidal coves • Exquisite property overlooks Watts and Cutler coves on a wide stretch of the St. George River, with approx. 250 feet of shoreline for easy kayak and canoe launching as well as swimming. General • Heating: Efficient Rennai gas heaters in main house and guest cottage. • Linens Provided: All sheets and towels provided. Beds will be made up with fresh linen and the house vacuumed and cleaned weekly • Washing Machine: In laundry area. • Clothes Dryer: New (2016) dryer. • Parking: driveway parking for 2-3 cars. • Garage: Access to the laundry in the garage. • Internet: Smart TV (no television reception, however) • Wireless Internet: High-speed internet • Paper Towels • Basic Hand Soap • Toilet Paper • Living Room: sofas and chairs, lovely woven rugs of wool and cotton, coffee table, side tables, good lighting, spectacular views over the water Kitchen • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Stove gas stove with convection oven • Oven Convection and standard oven. • Microwave • Grill • Coffee Maker electric drip coffee maker • Toaster • Blender • Coffee Grinder • Lobster Pot • Dishes & Utensils: Set of dishes, plenty of mugs, silverware, tablecloths, mats, and cloth and paper napkins. The light-filled eating area overlooks a broad expanse of water framed by mature oaks and lawn. • Kitchen: Light-filled well-equipped kitchen with water views. Dining • Seating for 6 people • Dining Area seating for 6 • Dining: off the kitchen, overlooking the coast in this open plan home. Perfect for those who love to cook together, and those who like to lounge and chat with the chef(s)! Entertainment • Smart TV Books: ever-changing variety of books for adults and children • Games:Monopoly, Connect 4, Scrabble, jigsaw puzzles, Pictionary, dominos, cards • Games for Kids Outside • Lawn / Garden Large well-cared-for lawn runs to the water's edge • Kayak / Canoe: 3 Kayaks and 1 Canoe • Beach Chairs • Beach Towels • Deck / Patio Spacious decks off the main house and guest cottage, facing the water. Small deck off the front door acts as a landing stage for groceries, etc. • Water Sports Gear: Life jackets and flotation seats • Golf: Various nearby golf courses in Rockland, as well as the famous Samoset Golf Resort in Rockport Suitability • wheelchair inaccessible Onsite Services • Housekeeper Included once per stay Notes • Our guests love to use the kayaks and canoe, and enjoy the gorgeous sunsets over the water while lounging in Adirondack chairs. They report bird and wildlife sightings (from eagles to seals, osprey, herons, ducks, loons, and once -- a moose). The house and property are secluded yet close to mid-coast Maine's unique opportunities for dining, boating, fishing, hiking, biking, art-viewing, antiquing, golfing, island-hopping, whale watching, and other adventures. Guests often say, returning to the property is the best part of going out! I have devoted much attention to the house and grounds since acquiring the property in 2019, and will continue to make improvements to enhance the quality of my guests' experience every year. It is a pleasure to share a place I love with others who appreciate it as much as we do. The housekeeper comes weekly, on Saturdays to change beds, vacuum, and clean thoroughly. House Rules Check-in: 3:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM No smoking anywhere on the property No pets Shoes off at the door Trash/recycling: place in front of property on Wednesday from 7-8am Max guests: 6 Cancellation Policy 100% refund if canceled at least 90 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date