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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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South Bristol, ME
  • La Verna Preserve
    25 min drive
  • Coveside Bar & Grill
    18 min walk
  • Brunswick Station
    60 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    65 min drive

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About the area

South Bristol

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Christmas Cove vacation home, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Fort Point and 12 miles (20 km) of La Verna Preserve. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Biscay Pond are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 27 min drive
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 48 min drive
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 48 min drive
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 49 min drive
  • Cabbage Island - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Coveside Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬47 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular Ocean Views from Every Room

Gulls Rest is a bright and spacious 4 bedroom Maine coast vacation home, located on Rutherford Island, in mid-coast Maine. This oceanfront house sits up high above John’s Bay with extensive ocean views spanning 180°.

Gulls Rest comes fully equipped with all amenities included and a delightfully decorated, comfortable interior.

During the summer, spring and fall there is a separate lower level apartment available with 1 more bedroom, bathroom, full kitchen, and living room. The apartment can be accessed through the main house basement and also through a separate outdoor entrance. The apartment is not available during the winter months.

Property manager

Megan Davis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Spectacular Ocean Views from Every Room Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay!
Perfect! Beautiful location! Accurate description on VRBO. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Approved !!
Our family has been renting oceanfront homes for over 20 years in the Long Island, Connecticut coast area. The view from this home is as listed, spectacular. Appreciated the quiet, relaxing 5 days our family spent at this lovely home. Even with 10 people, of all ages, had plenty of room to enjoy peace and quiet. Thank you to our host for welcoming our family into your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

patty s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Basking in the lovely views!
We loved the location, especially the view. They wwere truly from every window. The kitchen was well equipped. We cooked lobster in the lobster pot and when finished, enjoyed the dining room views. Christmas Cove is a beautiful neighborhood, the setting for a lovely vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colten P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Maine Coastal House
We had a great stay, but did not realize how long of a drive it was to go and visit other towns and areas of interest so be prepared to drive if you like to sightsee. Another thing we had no idea about were ticks. Be aware that if you walk around in long grass or weeds you will probably pick up a tick or two. Not a big deal, but just be aware of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo W.

Liked: Cleanliness
No description can do this property justice!
We just got home today from a wonderful vacation. The scenery from the windows is stunning. The rooftop deck on the 2nd floor was a great place to just hang out in the evenings and watch the sun set. The public beach within walking distance was perfect for a 7 year old and a 9 year old to play in the water while the adults sat on the rocks. The kitchen had everything you could need to cook any meal. It was a wonderful place for 3 generations of our family to come together for a week. We usually stay around Boothbay Harbor but this house was close enough to go to Boothbay and Pemaquid every day of you want or perfect to stay at from the usual tourist spots and just lounge around. There's a gas station/convenience store/grill just right up the road. They'll sell you live lobster right off the boat or they'll steam them for you. And everybody was so friendly. I could go on and on about how great this house was but you can't understand how special it is until you experience it yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy v., St. James

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views!
This home was very cozy and had amazing views! You can see the sun rise and the sun set! The kitchen was very well stocked with anything you would ever need to cook. The owners are very nice and available. We are staying there again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn O., Brooklyn, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Gulls Rest South Bristol Maine
Love the house and location… plenty of Ocean air sights and sounds. The house is very comfortable and spacious with beautiful views from every window. This is the second time we’ve stayed here and hope to return soon. The hosts are quick to respond and helpful. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kacper W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Had a great stay in the Cove. The house has everything you need and on the hill overlooking the cove and the ocean. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The View!
We loved this property. The views are breathtaking. Since we were traveling with both family and friends, the lack of a half bath on first floor was a bit odd - didn't want to go through the bedroom that wasn't yours, but we made it work. Bring a power strip if you need to be able to plug in computers, phones, etc. Dining room is great for a big group. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Gullsrest
Beautiful home. Great owner. Hope to come back again and stay in this lovely home over looking the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful ocean view, tranquil setting
Spacious living room with a nice wood burning fireplace which was perfect for chilly nights. Two bedrooms with an incredible view, one better than the other.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
You won’t want to go home!
We had a wonderful time in South Bristol. Great house with plenty of room. The sunroom was awesome. The views are amazing. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable Views
Every window offers a different and spectacular view. We enjoyed Listening to the waves crash in most of the rooms. If you you are looking for a peaceful scenic vacation this is the place for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

Great friend getaway!
Gulls Rest offered multiple common spaces for all 8 of us to be together, or to seek out a quiet space for alone time. The setting never disappointed in terms of views/nature watching; sunrises, sunsets, eagles, herons, and much more! The beach area was a bit of a walk but offered a gradual, sandy entry into the water. Away from the neighborhood we enjoyed time in Damariscotta, at Pemiquid Point, walking trails at one of the several area preserves. Everyone in our group agreed that a stay at Gulls Rest should be a “do over”!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The fantastic view
We truly enjoyed our stay. The home was perfect. The view was absolutely gorgeous. It was quiet and very family friendly. We introduced our friends to Maine in the best possible way by staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

George T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Christmas Cove rental
This place was just what we were looking for! There were nine of us total (two children) and the house accomodated us well without using the attached apartment. The house had plenty of space, was clean and quiet, the kitchen reasonably well equipped (including a nice Webber bbq grill just out the kitchen door) , and linens and towels (including beach towels) provided. The deck below the house near the water was amazing, the dinning room window had a great view, as did the second floor deck off a room with two single beds. A small rocky beach was within walking distance. What more could you ask for in a Maine summer vaction place?
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quintessential Maine
Gulls Rest at Christmas Cove was the perfect retreat to bring our extended family together. Originally from Maine, I felt at home in this quintessential coastal house/village. The house had everything we needed, while Its charm and genuine character, along with it's breathtaking location made for an unforgettable week. Meagan was very helpful in preparing us for our stay. We will certainly be returning in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Coastal Beauty
My wife and I had the privilege of spending 4 wonderful days at Christmas Cove. This property is fabulous and the online pictures are just a tease. The views and location are perfect for a coastal getaway. The furnishings are comfortable with a beautiful sunroom and cozy living room. There is a water level deck where you can take in the salt air and enjoy the sound of the gentle waves and the sea birds. We absolutely loved this place! Booth bay and Damariscotta are fun little towns to visit. Nice restaurants and shops. Don’t pass up the opportunity for a lobster roll at Osiers in South Bristol either! A great day trip is a visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens outside of Boothbay. Spoiler Alert!! Troll sightings have been reported! This was our first trip to Maine and we will be back. Thank you Diane! Check in was a breeze and the beauty of this place blew us away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Four Generations
The whole family enjoyed our stay at Gulls Rest. Thank you !!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Bolton Landing, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Week away
Party of 4, had plenty of space, beautiful home and view. We enjoyed our time together. Did a little site seeing and hiking. Thank you for opening your home to us. Linda
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This house was so nice. Not only is it spacious, clean and cozy, but it is also the best appointed rental I have ever stayed in. The owners have gone above and beyond to make sure that you not only have everything you need but that everything provided is high quality as well. The master bed was so comfortable and the bedding was cozy. The bath towels were thick and absorbent. The kitchen had all the amenities of home and then some. There was an incredible supply of firewood, which we utilized nightly and much to our surprise, there were 3 sets of binoculars available for enjoying all the breathtaking views. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and beautiful location
Very pleasant ☺
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Sonia M., Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Wonderful Family Reunion
The property is beautiful, with breath taking views! The home was perfect for our group, enough room for everyone to have their own space. We enjoyed the working fireplace in the evenings, as well as a couple of the cool days. The kitchen is well equipped, with plenty of dishes, utensils, etc. If you need it, the wi fi worked fine. We enjoyed the deck right on the water, as well as the deck leading from the bedroom on the 2nd floor. The area was great for taking walks on the quiet roads. The shoreline at the property was not walkable, but we were very close to Pemaquid, where we spent the day on the rocks. Thank you Megan, for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Getaway
Great house in a special coastal community to escape the real world.....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020