The location and view were excellent. It was a little cold but the portable heaters did the job! The hardwood floors were nice but we brought a couple of runners so that our dog wouldn't slip and they worked perfectly. Had every appliance and kitchen utensil you could want or need!

I had read the reviews and knew not to come in after dark, but we came in after dark and it was raining. It was very difficult to find the house. I wish there had been more signage to guide us. Or a heads up from Tim.This was a typical Maine beach cottage on the water.No frills. A small television and the heat came from the gas fireplace. Once again, I had read all the reviews and was expecting that.But what made our stay worthwhile was when we walked out the back door and saw that million dollar view. It was simply breathtaking.

The best part of this stellar location and home is the view, without a doubt. It is stunning to wake up to and enjoy throughout the day. The isolation at the end of a private dirt road was exactly what we wanted. Although 40 minutes form Bar Harbor / Acadia we were happy to drive the distance for the view. Inside the house much of it is dated though quaint, in need of TLC. The kitchen sink faucet had a leak which only manifested when fully on/open. There were several light bulbs out or simply not present, including the outdoor lights atop the house. Which would have been nice for taking out the dog at night. Each bed had a well-aged mattress and old, non-supportive pillows. If driving here from your own home bring lots of items for the kitchen, including a sponge as the one provided looked to be a year old and beyond its useful life. Also bring toilet paper and tissues, as well as soap for bathrooms, etc. The more you bring the more comfortable you will be... The first floor bathroom had no lock on the door and also, oddly, no fan or window. Outside the farmer's porch was very welcoming, including generous seating. For the lawn there were Adirondack chairs and more. There's ample parking for 4 or 5 cars. If you do have a dog with you check out Woodlawn nearby. Great walking trails. Overall we were happy to have chosen this house and might even consider returning one day. But there are many, many other properties available in the area.

The location could not be beat. 5 stars. We were familiar with the cove and the cottage before renting and our expectations based on the location and the cost per night were high. There were mouse droppings on the kitchen counters and in drawers. There were no cleaning supplies available. No paper towels. There was a dirty used sponge in the kitchen sink and no clean ones available. Luckily we drove from home and had brought some of these things ourselves. I washed the comforter on the downstairs bed before I would use it. It looked dirty and was visibly stained. The cookware needs updating. The kitchen faucet needs repair as does the handle on the oven door. There were portable heaters available and we used them as needed and were comfortable. The shower upstairs was newer and clean. The downstairs bed was comfortable. There is black mold in the downstairs tub that needs attention. Overall, it is a lovely cottage and has so much potential. We did report some of these major things to the owner and he responded quickly. We would love to return in the future and hope that the owner will address these issues to make the cottage as upscale on the inside as it is on the outside, and as the price to stay there reflects what a renter might expect to find upon arrival. :