Heather's cottage in Jonesport is an idyllic, authentic piece of Downeast Maine. My girlfriend and I had a wonderful experience staying here and exploring the Bold Coast of Maine. The place looks like the picture on the the box! It is a simple, clean and functional. The views are spectacular from sunrise, to sunset to the vast starry night skies. Jonesport is a sweet little working fishing town. The locals are friendly, as were the other vacationers we met staying next doer. Hiking the nature preserve at Great Wass Island was certainly a highlight, challenging and rewarding with an amazing walk around the coastline of the undisturbed island. Visiting in August, we were at the height of blueberry season and took advantage of the roadside farm stands to buy a quart on our way up. The drive up and back on Route One was a fun road trip passing through the iconic cities and towns along the Maine Coast featuring beautiful examples of historic Colonial, Federalist and Victorian architecture. A visit to Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory are worth the stop as Route One crosses the river into Bucksport. A short drive north is the town of Machias, home to Helen's, a great diner with excellent blueberry pancakes. It would be a good stop on your way out to Lubec, a border town with Canada, and the Eastern most point in the United States at West Quoddy Head. The lighthouse at the site is over 150 years old. We spent four nights in Jonesport and the rest of our week in Portland, but would have been happy to spend an entire week here. I highly reccomend Heather's cottage.

Lupine Cottage is a clean and comfortable place to stay! Heather went above and beyond to give helpful information about the house and area. She included sights, restaurants, and local shopping. We liked being able to cook some meals and the kitchen equipment was adequate for our needs. The view is absolutely gorgeous- we loved sitting on the deck and relaxing.

Great place to get away! Cabin was just as explained. Nice location with beach access just off the front porch. Communication was great and very quick to responded to any questions I had. I would recommend this to anyone!

We were met at the cabin and shown in. A small rustic cabin, but you just can't beat the view or the friendliness of everyone!

Everything was perfect. We could not have enjoyed our stay more! The cottage is lovely, comfortable, and in a beautiful setting. We went to visit Acadia and ended up staying away from it altogether because we found so many less-visited places that were just as beautiful and easier to access. Mary was a wonderful host and gave us lots of helpful information, in addition to providing a terrific place to stay. We would love to come back!

Wonderful place. Mary was very responsive to all communication.

We had a wonderful time in Maine and our stay in Georgia's and Fred's home helped contribute to the memories. Their home is in a fairly secluded location so getting to local eateries does take a few minutes. The house is as pretty in real life as it is in this picture and all the amenities in the listing are as described. One of my favorite features of this home is one of the upstairs bedrooms. Two separate staircases lead upstairs, which are a delight in themselves. This bedroom with a view of the cove has several large windows, a unique round framed window, a bed, antique trunk, rocking chair, two armchairs, and a daybed. A jigsaw puzzle on the table in the sitting room downstairs helped make their home feel like our home. A stocked magazine rack with helpful maps, brochures, and an atlas of Maine with points of interest highlighted is also located in the sitting room. We took two of Georgia's recommended coastal hikes in hopes of glimpsing whales or seals and we saw three seals! Now that was a spectacular highlight! We spent a handful of early mornings sipping coffee on the deck on the back side of the house. This spacious deck, fronting the tranquil cove, has a table and chairs, sling swing, porch swing, and Adirondack chairs. We would definitely stay in this serene 100 year old home in Magical Maine again.

We had a phenomenal experience on Norton Island. It is a magical place with amazing hosts. Steve was kind enough to meet us on the dock and transport us over to the island. The 2 main homes are rustic and beautiful. The smaller cabins are simple, clean and in the vicinity of the main houses. Rosy did a great job of telling us the local history and fun island tales. She explained the all of the wood used for the homes and cabins was milled right there on the island. We dined on local lobster and even found mussels that we cleaned and cooked for dinner. We spent a lot of time exploring the island and hiking along the shore. It was a memorable trip and we look forward to hosting our big family reunion there in the summer of 2017.

Where to begin? Everything was exactly as the listing describes. Directions fro access and usage were clear and uncomplicated and the place itself was exactly as the pictures portray, with a couple of exceptions: The bedrooms were even sweeter than they show here. My trip was a combination of difficult Family transitions and leisure time, afterward. I cannot adequately describe how the Rosehip Cottage catered to that much needed balance. While private to the neighbors, who wave as they pass, in the traditional Maine way, the view is so expansive and so serene I literally felt my stress taken out with the tide. Just plain magic. There was much consideration to the design of this space that nearly every detail is spot on. Communication was expedient and Thomas even helped with a very important item I'd left behind in record time. My only concern is that it might be completely booked when I want to return! What a treasure.

My husband and I were looking for a quiet week away to decompress and we sure found it at Rosehip Cottage. The cottage was so clean, comfortable and relaxing that we wished we’d booked more time there. It sits right on the water in a cove and there’s a nice deck to watch the sea gulls, herons and fishing boats from. Thomas was always available via email or phone and both he and the neighbors were very welcoming and friendly.

From my first contact with Thomas as host, through our week-long stay at Rosehip Cottage, to our final farewells, everything was perfectly smooth. Thomas was extremely prompt and courteous in all of our communications, and although he was not physically present for our visit, he thoughtfully provided all necessary instructions (including easy access to keys for check-in and check-out) to make our stay simple and worry-free. On arrival, we were greeted by a vase of fresh cut flowers :-) The cottage itself was everything we hoped it would be - the online photos and written descriptions provide an accurate representation. We found our accommodation to be neat and clean; nearly everything is new and in good working order, and we had all the comforts of home. Despite all the windows for fantastic views, the cottage is quite private, and although we kept pretty much to ourselves (by choice), there were friendly waves and acknowledgment from neighbors if we had been inclined to say hello. Our week at Rosehip Cottage was a welcome respite from the stress of normal routines. We enjoyed early sunrises, observing life in a lobstering town, fog, hikes around coastal Maine, a visit from a local bald eagle (impressive), and more. Wishing all who stay at Rosehip Cottage in Jonesport a wonderful vacation!

Das Haus war in dem beschrieben, hervorragendem Zustand, alles sehr gepflegt und neuwertig. Die Einrichtung ist geschmackvoll und vollständig, die Aussicht ist grandios. Man hat einen tollen Blick auf die Inseln und das Meer. Bei Flut reicht das Wasser bis auf wenige Meter ans Haus, der kleine Steg und das Lobstershed laden zum Entspannen ein. Schon früh, gegen 5:00, fahren die Fischer mit ihren kleinen Booten, die unmittelbar in der Bucht vor dem Haus liegen, aufs Meer. Thomas antwortet extrem schnell und hilfreich auf alle Anfragen und ist ein perfekter Gastgeber.

If you are looking for a quiet, relatively remote, romantic getaway plus the best Lobster rolls and takeout less than a block away, this is the place for you. Frank and Sarah are very friendly and have a fully stocked kitchen with cozy and clean accommodations. There are historical cemeteries with scores of Beal's and Alley's monuments, plus on the adjoining walking-distance island is the Great Wass Preserve. Couldn't have enjoyed their cottage-by-the-sea more.

We had a wonderful time taking the kids out to explore during low tide just in front of the house. The house was nice and clean with everything we needed. Frank was just up the street and available when we had questions about the area. We ate at his take out restaurant and it was wonderful! The whole family had a great time!

Great location with friendly and welcoming hosts. Wonderful hike on Wass Isle preserve. Quiet and peacful

Wow! What a charming home, wonderfully situated right on the shore. Frank was aroud to see to our every need, although the place was so perfectly set up that we needed no further help. The location is wonderful, the perfect antidote to the hordes at Acadia - we walked the trails on the adjoining island, Great Wass, and didn't see a soul. And Frank's Bayview Takeout really does do the best lobster roll in Maine (and probably the world). We loved it.

A nice weekend get away. Sarah and Frank are friendly and informative. Beautiful location

My husband and I enjoyed our stay! The house was cozy and tidy. We hiked through the Great Wass nature preserve only a short drive away. Frank was very quick to respond to any questions we had. Overall a beautiful, peaceful location perfect to escape from the city.

We needed a place to stay after exploring Jasper Beach to break up the drive to Belfast and this was perfect. Frank came right over to say hello as soon as we pulled up amd offered some great exploring recommendations (we loved the nature reserve). House is very basic but clean and quiet and that worked for us.

The sun porch was fabulous - we spent many hours watching the tides, boats and birds from our secluded spot, though a neighboring streetlight (which lights a lobstering dock) prevented us from seeing the stars at night. The house is charming, though rustic. The location was perfect for exploring the Downeast Coast. Highly recommend hiking in the Great Wass Preserve on the neighboring island.

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The house was gorgeous and had everything we needed. Phillip thought of everything. We loved the week we spent and would highly recommend the house to anyone who wants to visit down east Maine!

We had a wonderful time at this amazing beautiful, exceedingly clean and special home. Highly recommended!!

This is quintessential "off the grid" living! Expect to be Wowed by the frontier ingenuity. From the get go, Ted was gracious and helpful without being "doatering" (much appreciated). This is for those of independent spirit. If you get lucky, as we did, and get near tropical weather, you will be left breathless. I won't say more; you'll have to earn that on your own... I have traveled the world all of my 53 years of life and This is one of the truly most special places I have been blessed with the opportunity to visit.

Susan and Ted are nice and welcoming hosts. I did the booking with Susan and Ted took us to the camp on the island by boat. The island is private, you only see the lobster men, and from time to time there could be canoe people allowed to camp on a spot at the shore during one night. Staying on the island is a unique experience, it felt like a retreat. We spent our time reading on the veranda or at the fireplace, hanging out on the rocks (2 beach chairs behind the sofa) and discovering the wildlife. Susan and Ted did a great job with the design of their wooden house and the interior. The living room is a huge, open space, a lot of light, calming and relaxing atmosphere, very nice view. Discover handmade details like the wooden door handles and try to figure out which mathematical pattern Ted used when he designed the windows. Mattresses are rather firm, perfect for us. We didn't expect such a nice bathroom in a cabin, it felt almost luxurious. You'll find a well equipped kitchen, towels and light and warm bedding. There are books, puzzles and a few games. The gas lamps are really nice, but take an additional reading light with battery. Take a good mosquito repellent. You'll need drinking water. You could charge your phone with an adapter that connects USB into a car cigarette lighter. But why not shut it off for a couple of days, AT&T reception wasn't good anyway. Your kids will enjoy discovering the jungle on the island and the rocky shore. We absolutely recommend this place!

This was the most unique stay I have ever had. Being that you are in your own private island, only accessible by boat, there were additional questions and concerns I had prior to booking. Airbnb's aggressive censor filter in bi-directional communication complicated matters. After a quick (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) search, I was able to find a better means to communicate with Susan. Here are the big things you should know before going: this place is off grid. No electricity or well water. Only a cistern is available for washing and cleaning. There is a septic system, so the toilet flushes, an important item amongst some spouses. There is propane gas for lighting and cooking (stove top only, no oven) and a gas powered refrigerator. There is a car cigarette lighter style plug available to charge your tech. AT&T gave us 1 spotty bar inside the cabin and great coverage from where the boats are tied up. Be sure to research renting a boat, canoe or kayak for your stay. There are lots of ingesting things to see in the nearby area that would be missed without a boat. All that said, this was a great place to stay! I only spoke to Susan, but her husband Ted was a great host! He showed us to the island and was eager to help us with suggestions and arranging for lobster to be dropped off to us, fresh from the boat! Be sure to bring your own entertainment and a sense of adventure and you will have as great of a stay as we did. We look forward to our return!

The cabin at Pomp Island is a fabulous get away for those looking for quiet solitude and a little adventure. While off the grid, the cabin has plenty of amenities to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. The island is located in the heart of one of Maine's biggest lobstering communities so you may frequently see lobstermen at work. While Ted will gladly ferry you out to the island, I'd strongly recommend bringing your own boat so you can explore the many islands and catch sights of seals and sea birds. We're a family of 6 with kids between the ages of 6 and 12. There was plenty of room in the cabin and on the island for everyone to explore and find their own favorite spot.

Just a wonderful home and locale. And it was great speaking with Ted at arrival and departure.

Beautiful quiet getaway!

Everything about the visit was better then expected! A wonderful and helpful host, and a beautiful and bright cabin w incredible surroundings. We spent 5 nights at the cabin and did some sea kayaking in the area. It was a great opportunity to connect to nature and the local lobster fishing culture. We will definitely return for future visits.

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