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Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck

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Dining
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Nestled in a wooded grove on Brooklin's scenic shores, Lil See-Coastal Haven offers the essence of coastal living. With Mt. Desert Narrows views from nearly every room, unwind with your coffee on the screened porch or watch sailboats pass by from your deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck

Lil See-Coastal Haven

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Admire spectacular views of Mt. Desert Narrows from nearly every room of this oceanfront cottage, peacefully situated in a wooded grove on Brooklin's scenic shores. This is what coastal living in Maine is all about - sipping your coffee on the screened porch at sunrise and watching the passing sailboats from your deck in the afternoon.

This single-story, oceanfront home sits five miles north of small-town Brooklin. The house itself is private and independent, but it is also part of a larger family compound with a common road (and the homeowner living next door). Hike the Hundred Acre Wood Trail just down the street, head out to Deer Isle for a quiet day of exploring (eight miles south), and take unforgettable excursions to Acadia National Park (37 miles).

The cottage is a showcase of its surroundings, from the path that leads through the trees to the ocean shore to the glass doors and windows that frame the view at every turn. After a day spent hiking, kayaking, sailing, or driving the Midcoast, come home to light the gas grill, share stories on the back deck, and dine outside in the fresh ocean air.

Inside, the light-filled living space is accented by an open floor plan and beautiful details of natural wood. Whether you're utilizing the stainless steel kitchen appliances to prepare dinner, playing board games at the dining room table, or streaming movies in the living room, you'll do it all with a panoramic view of the water. Come nightfall, rest assured that everyone will sleep soundly amidst the plush bedding available in each of the bedrooms.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This cottage is not equipped with a washer/dryer.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

104143

About the area

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Brooklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Jonathan Fisher House - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 54 min drive - 45.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marlintini's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Brewing Blue Hill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Market II - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Arborvine - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck located?

Nestled on the beach, this Brooklin holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Friend Memorial Public Library, Parker Point Nature Trail and Blue Hill Mountain Trailhead. Jonathan Fisher House and Blue Hill Books are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Oceanfront retreat with sunrise views, screened porch, & deck Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Senta K.

Beautiful property+ cozy

Very beautiful property; cozy and comfortable. We enjoyed everything about it (from the house to the views)!

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Maine

Great place, clean, great views of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

This was one of the best rentals we have stayed in for our family vacation. We enjoyed climbing on the rocks, exploring the coast, the location (close enough to Acadia), and the small town down the road. This place was incredibly cozy, clean, and inviting. The views of the water were spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heath J.

Blue Hill

Great quiet location within reach of Acadia NP (55 min) and numerous small towns and Deer Isle. Outstanding setting and views.
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10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

LOTR Fans

We loved the view and the amount of bedrooms. It was clean and had an adequate kitchen for our stay. We loved that it had access to the bay and the screened in porch. Shrubs blocked the view from the screened area, unfortunately. It was a lovely location easily driveable to Acadia and Bar Harbor but was quiet and out of the way. We definitely recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Heath J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place if you’re looking for quiet and solitude on the Blue hill peninsula. Views are excellent and it’s an easy 15-20 minute drive to Deer Island and 50 to Acadia. Not a huge number of restaurants in the area - ie within a 20 minute drive, but plenty for a week’s worth of dinners….but then again, depends on your palatte. Description and pictures were accurate. Overall great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Nice, clean, quiet place to getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kendall S.

Hidden Gem

Beautiful house with even better view of the coast/ocean! It’s hard to beat this house for the price and you won’t be disappointed! Would stay here again if given the chance.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lacey W.

Lovely coastal hideaway

This property was everything we imagined and more. The views can't be beat and the house so nice and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alisa M.

Beauty and relaxation

We absolutely love staying here! Everything was perfect. The view were perfect. The home itself had all of the amenities that we needed for vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Wonderful Stay in Brooklin

The pictures do not do the property justice. It is a delightful spot and the house is well appointed. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

Lil Sea

This is a beautiful modern rustic home with an absolutely gorgeous view of the bay. It is the most tranquil place, yet not too far from Blue Hill to shop and have dinner. I would definitely return!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Relaxing awesome property

We were looking for a quiet getaway and it fit the bill. From beautiful sunrises nice campfire, watching lobsterman bring in their pots to two days seeing a part of porposes in front of the property. Thank you a beautiful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

Great stay!

It was a wonderful week of exploring Maine's Acadia National Park and visiting the little towns. The house was always a welcome sight after all the daily activities. We would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Retreat

Absolutely the most gorgeous setting and comfortable accommodations. Not a touristy area which we enjoyed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

nelson s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Beautiful views. We saw eagles,seals and a crab boat checking his pots. We drove to bar harbor several times with plenty of sea food places along the way. There was 5 of us and we had lots of room to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow, just Wow

Right on the water with spectacular views. Peaceful and quiet surroundings with lots of trees. Very comfortable. Perfect place for relaxing and enjoying sunrises over the hills of Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views!

Super spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bob T

Loved the location !!! Beautiful, peaceful , very enjoyable We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Claire P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beautiful Welcoming Cottage On the Water

A beautiful cottage on the water that was well appointed. It was a perfect place for our visit to Maine. The only disappointment was we were never connected to WiFi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tamera C.

Great Property

Wonderful little home with amazing views. Very comfortable and clean and while taking care of. Plenty of room for four adults and centrally located. Loved our visit!!!! Needs better coffee maker for us southerners but wonderful place!!! Can’t go wrong
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10/10 Excellent

Micaela M.

Quiet retreat

Perfect setting for a relaxing and quiet weekend. Gorgeous sunrises over the water with seals, eagles and kingfishers. Would definitely stay again. Thank you for offering your beautiful house.
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10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

So Peaceful

The cabin was perfect for us. Two couples who enjoy traveling together found this to be a perfect spot to enjoy Maine. Amenities and location were a plus. Bar Harbor, quaint little towns, Acadia National Park were on our list to visit. The sunrise was spectacular and the moon glistening on the water was awe inspiring. My only regret was we had to check out! We could have stayed longer, so there will be a next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

We loved our first trip to Maine! The views were breathtaking and the house provided everything we needed for our family of 5. We drove to Acadia twice during our trip and also found beautiful trails close by the property. We would love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots to see at li'l see

The views are absolutely beautiful. The house is quaint cottage set back off the road. Very private and relaxing. Enjoyed our time here from start to finish. The house supplied everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023