Oceanfront and Pet Friendly Cottage

Welcome to your dream vacation at this charming, dog-friendly cottage situated right on the oceanfront! This two-story hideaway offers a peaceful escape with its beautiful views of the open ocean and Emery Island. A path down to the beach is just steps away, so you can easily spend your days strolling along the shore or soaking up the sun on the sand. As you drive down the quiet dead-end road, you'll feel a sense of tranquility wash over you.

Inside, you'll find a cozy and spacious layout with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. The combined dining and living room area is filled with natural light from the large windows, offering stunning views of the ocean and front lawn. Relax on the comfortable sofa, snuggle up by the gas fireplace, or enjoy a delicious meal at the dining room table. The galley-style kitchen is fully equipped and has a charming vintage feel with shiplap cupboards and built-ins. The den at the back of the house is the perfect spot to unwind, with a TV and DVD player for entertainment. Step out onto the back deck to breathe in the fresh Maine air and take in the breathtaking views.

For added convenience, there's also a gas grill for outdoor cooking. At night, settle into the cozy and comfortable bedroom. With its picturesque location, charming interior, and easy access to the beach, this cottage is the perfect spot for your coastal getaway.

Don’t forget to bring your furry friend along - this cottage is dog-friendly so your four-legged family member can join in on the fun too!

The fantastic location of this cottage puts you within walking distance of the charming village of Owls Head, where you can visit the general store, library, and wharf to buy fresh lobsters. And with just a short drive, you can explore the bustling towns of Rockland, Tenants Harbor, Port Clyde, Camden, and Rockport.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience a true coastal retreat at this oceanfront cottage. Book your stay today and get ready for an unforgettable vacation!
GENERAL HOUSE RULES

CHECK IN is from 4PM- 8PM & CHECK OUT is at 10AM

LIMITED CONSUMABLES:Guests are responsible for supplying their own consumable products. We will get you started with a roll of paper towels, toilet paper in the bathrooms, a few pods of detergents and travel size soaps.

INTERNET/WIFI/TV/CELL PHONES~ Please bear in mind that weather can play a big part in how our services are received. For example, foggy weather and MV accidents may cause both TV (dish) and cellular phone interruptions and loss of service. Strong winds can cause power outages to large areas within towns and neighborhoods.

Trash is collected weekly. Please do not leave loose trash in cans. Use kitchen trash bags and place them in cans with covers. We are not able to offer recycling services at this time. Please feel free to bring your recycling to the transfer station if you choose, otherwise, please place it in a trash bag.

LAWNS AND LANDSCAPING: are done weekly and weather permitting. Lawn service will be as quick as possible and do all we can to avoid disturbing your stay.

LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS: Guests are responsible for understanding You are responsible for understanding local laws and regulations such as leash laws, fireworks, open flame fires on the beach, etc. Although fireworks are now legal in Maine, each town has its own set of ordinances and laws. Because of this,

FIREWORKS are NOT allowed in any capacity at any time at any Tides to Pines Properties.

NO SMOKING: It is important to note that ALL Tides to Pines properties are NON-SMOKING.

FIRES: are NOT permitted at all properties. Please do NOT start a fire indoors or outdoors without confirmation that it is permitted.

PRIVATE WELLS AND SEPTIC SYSTEMS: Many of our properties are on private well and septic systems. Please keep in mind when showering, doing laundry and dishes, excessive use of water may result in draining the well dry, requiring a day or so for the well to replenish. For example: Taking two 10 minute showers and running a laundry cycle, may require an hour or so to recover before the next round of laundry/dishes or showers. (hot-water also requires recovery time after use.)
Each system will be unique and dependent on well depth, aquifer reliability, water level and drought conditions.

DO NOT PARK OR DRIVE ON LAWNS: septic systems are most often buried in the yard- some shallowly and not ok to drive over and are not marked. USE DESIGNATED PARKING AREA ONLY.

DOCKS & WHARFS: are private property- PLEASE do not go onto docks or wharfs that are not explicitly part of this property without invite and permission from the owners.

TIDES: The majority of our properties are on salt water sources. Rivers, Coves, Ocean- have Tides. Every 6 hours, the tide turns. It makes for an ever changing scene. Tides can be more dramatic in coves and rivers, the water “drains” from the shore but will surely return in a short time. Tides can be higher and lower depending on weather, moon phase. We do not have any control over the tide. You can find the high and low tide charts at Usharbors .com/harbor/maine/rockland-harbor-me/tides/

Swimming, kayaking are done at your own risk. Use caution, the ocean is beautiful but powerful. Be safe, wear a life jacket!

We know it's hard to leave but it is important to allow the cleaning crew time to prepare the house for the guests following your stay. You should plan to check out by/before 10:00 AM. Thank you for understanding. Please remember late Check Outs will be charged to your card on file. $25 per 15 minutes after check out time.

TOWELS: should be placed tub or shower to prevent any damage from dampness. We will strip the beds.

DAMAGES: Report any damage that occurred during your stay so they can be considered for coverage under the damage waiver. UNREPORTED DAMAGES WILL BE CHARGED TO THE GUEST.

LEAVE KEY IN LOCK BOX IF YOUR PROPERTY HAS ONE. Leave spare keys on the table or counter with the house-book.

LOCK OUTS: There is a fee of $75.00 during regular business hours or $125.00 after business hours for key service. This fee is due at time of service. Missing Keys will result in a charge of $100.

CLOSE ALL WINDOWS

LOCK ALL DOORS UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

DOG CLEAN UP: If you brought a dog - please clean any dog waste and sweep up any excess dog hair. (See Pet Agreement) $55/hour charge for excess cleaning and dog waste clean up in yard.

FRIDGE/LEFTOVERS: Please empty the fridge of all items- unopened items can be donated to the local soup kitchen if perishable items. If open or used, please put out in trash.

HEAT/AC: Leave heat thermostats at 55 degrees. If your house has AC- 68 in the Summer. Keep all windows closed when heat or AC is on.

Please do not leave dirty dishes- feel free to start the dishwasher and we will be happy to put the clean dishes away.

Double and Triple check for forgotten items- under beds, behind chairs, couches...we will retrieve missing items as best we can. Please remember there is a fee of $60 for the retrieval of item(s) plus the postage costs if you wish to have something returned to you.
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Cleaning Instructions:

Kindly leave the property tidy IE: Broom swept, start the dishwasher, we will gladly put the clean dishes away when the cycle finishes. Place towels in a tub or shower to prevent damage from the dampness. We will do the rest! If you brought a dog, please, make sure the yard is clean of droppings.