Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Machiasport, ME

Bad Little Falls Park11 min drive
The Bold Coast16 min drive
Jasper Beach19 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Master bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Overlooking Holmes Bay and lovely Long Point nature reserve, the Dock House is a stylish, mini-home connected by a deck and dock to a lobster boat library and lounge. Enjoy sun-filled rooms and mid-century modern decor as well as access to a small beach. Hike some of Maine's best trails (just minutes away) or drive to Acadia, Campobello, Eastport, the Schoodic Peninsula and more. Visit tourist-free coastal towns and go antiquing; buy fresh lobster off the docks, grill on the deck, or dine in-town at renowned Helen's restaurant. The Dock House is great base for exploring Maine's bold coast, countless trails, with day trips to New Brunswick Canada and Acadia National Park.

Property manager

Richard Rose

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Ocean view

The deck and back of the cottage from the water.

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs must be kept on a leash.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests must follow a firm dog and beach protocol (which will be emailed prior to arrivial)

No climbing or walking on the prow (front) of the boat

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Machiasport

Located in Machiasport, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of The Bold Coast and Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Roque Bluffs State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Machiasport, ME

What's nearby

Bad Little Falls Park - 11 min drive
The Bold Coast - 16 min drive
Jasper Beach - 19 min drive
Rogue Bluffs Beach - 29 min drive
Roque Bluffs State Park - 33 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 12 min drive
Dunkin' - 10 min drive
Blue Bird Ranch - 11 min drive
Helen's - 10 min drive
Pat's Pizza - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely ocean views, hiking & lobster boat lounge located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bad Little Falls Park, The Bold Coast, and Orange Lake. Jasper Beach is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gale R.

Sep 19, 2023

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

The view is everything!

A wonderful two weeks in Machiasport even though after 10 years, a moose has not been spotted. Our host could not have been more welcoming. I had seen the magazine featuring the property and it is just as presented. I love Art Deco and vintage furniture. We went to Quoddy and Lubec, Cutler and Machias, some of our favorite destinations. Tom and our little terrier Rita walked a number of trails. The best part of all was enjoying the magnificent view and reading. I think Tom read at least 15 books. Thank you thank you.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz N.

Jul 12, 2023

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

Thoughtfully designed and curated house and stay

Rich and Julia have thought everything through to make this a welcoming, aesthetically pleasing, comfortable home away from home. Not recommended for energetic toddlers, though! It is smallish, and you have to be gentle with the place. Plenty of info on-site for excursions,shopping, care of the house, plus good reading on local subjects. The location is a great step-off point for excursions up to Lubec and down to Ellsworth, although we focused mostly on the Bold Coast hikes, which are nearby. Dining nearby is sparse, so food shopping and meals deserve advance planning (or time to take up Rich’s many recommendations, and get to them). We really appreciated that the dog was allowed, although the nearest place to let her off-leash was a 5-minute drive away. Rich was a super-welcoming, responsive, and generous host. It was a unique place and a special stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Nov 27, 2022

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

Amazing property with a great host!

The cottage was the perfect location for a fall getaway and Rich’s hiking recommendations were excellent!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather W., New York City

Aug 31, 2022

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

Perfect Home Base From Which to Explore the Downeast Coast!

We had been looking forward to our trip for months, especially staying at The Dock House. The pictures accompanying the listing were so enticing - exactly our type of vacation home. As soon as we drove in the driveway, we knew we definitely would not be disappointed. Everything about the little house and the boat were even better than imagined. Clean, bright and very comfortable, not to mention delightfully quirky (in the best sense of the word). It was easy to feel at home. We spent our evenings sitting on the deck with Maine brewed beer, enjoying the view of the coastline. The late August evening light was magical. During the days, we explored the coast, both the towns (Eastport, Lubec, Machias and Cutler) as well as the many hiking trails in the area. The hiking is challenging, but the views are more than reward for the effort. Rich was a truly exceptional host, eager to give us restaurant advice and suggestions for how to spend our days and get the most out of this unique part of Maine. If you’re looking for a “beyond Acadia” experience, I strongly recommend the Bold Coast in general and The Dock House in particular. Both are special places and well worth the long drive from … well, from just about everywhere :). We’ll be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Oct 25, 2021

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

Fantastic Stay

This property was beyond amazing. Rich was so helpful leading up to our trip and checked in with us daily while we were there if we needed anything or to give recommendations. The boat was such a fun place to play cards, read, watch a nautical themed movie and just relax. The main house had everything we would need. There were a few nights we stayed in just to enjoy the views and relax! It is a good location with anything you need right in town in Machias and easy drives to Lubec and Bar Harbor. Definitely recommend staying here if you have the chance!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Richard Rose

Rich and Julie live in Providence, RI. Rich is a graphic designer/teacher and Julie is an architectural lighting designer. While we live in the city, we love to retreat to the Dockhouse to read, relax, enjoy the cottage's ocean views and its proximity to some of Maine's best hiking. We spend every other day taking day trips up and down the coast, eating, antiquing, and exploring the many wonderful working harbors and waterfronts.