The Gem of the Mid-Coast Oceanfront Cottage on Private Beach | Cottage in Owls Head

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Owls Head Cottage | The Gem of the Mid-Coast Oceanfront Cottage on Private Beach

2 Bedroom Cottage in Owls Head

Enjoy a private beach at this rare waterfront cottage!

Unassuming sophistication! Sweeping views of the Mussel Ridge Channel, Owls Head harbor and the Atlantic Ocean from every window. Enjoy the gentle, soothing sound of the ocean while you relax in this unique & stylish cottage. Perfect for a small family or couples on vacation.
This is property is exclusively listed and booked only on VRBO / Homeaway websites!

Just 18 feet from a secluded, clean and private pebble beach; Castlewood Cottage is small, private, completely renovated and beautifully appointed. Exquisite detailing throughout!

New kitchen with granite counter tops, new appliances (dish drawer, microwave drawer, gas stove and oven, refrigerator, Keurig and toaster. Outside is a stainless steel gas grill.

Living room has a 51” flatscreen TV, Hampton Gas Stove and a back up Rinnai heating system. The sun porch serves as a dining area but also has a small day bed for additional sleeping. (1 person)

The downstairs has a full bath as well as a cozy bedroom which offers a double bed.

The second floor is the Master Suite, which offers a king size bed, 2 dressers, a large closet, washer and dryer, a 51” flatscreen TV, a 1/2 bath, and a lovely sitting area, with unbelievable views.

Throughout the cottage is WiFi, Direct TV, Airplay Surround Sound and Apple TV.

Castlewood Cottage is walking distance to the Owls Head Post Office, the Owls Head Lighthouse and the General Store (home of Food Networks award winning “Seven Napkin Burger.”).
Owls Head is also minutes from downtown Rockland, for all major restaurants, (including Primo, recipient of the 2013 James Beard Award), museums, library, movie theatre, food shopping, galleries and boutiques. The cottage is also 13 miles from downtown Camden Maine; perfect for sunset sails, lunch on the docks and charming shops.

Drive to Birch State Park, The Samoset Resort & Gold Club in Rockport and the Owls Head Transportation Museum.

The Knox County Regional Airport : 7 min away
Bus lines to Boston leave from Rockland.

Additional amenities include: iron and ironing board, new linens, pillows, comforters, towels, beach towels, hair dryer, cooking/baking supplies and kitchen basics.

Private road with long drive way and ample parking.

The Gem of the Mid-Coast Oceanfront Cottage on Private Beach is located in Owls Head. The Gem of the Mid-Coast Oceanfront Cottage on Private Beach provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cottage features Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Gem of the Mid-Coast Oceanfront Cottage on Private Beach has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Owls Head has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Owls Head, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Soap
  • 1+ bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Stovetop
  • Blender
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)
  • English
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk chair
  • Printer
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Stair gate
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Gas grill
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Christopher W.
Jul 12, 2025 11:11:02 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This was our fifth year staying a month and we didn’t want to leave! Staying here is a delight. The setting and views are unmatched in mid-coast Maine. The house is charming, well decorated and fully equipped. We have booked for next year for a month, and can’t wait to return.
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