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Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Flat-screen TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
South Thomaston, ME
  • Owls Head Transportation Museum
    7 min drive
  • Coastal Children's Museum
    9 min drive
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    9 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    7 min drive

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About the area

South Thomaston

This holiday home puts you in the centre of South Thomaston, 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Birch Point Beach State Park and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Birch Point Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this South Thomaston holiday home include Breakwater Vineyards and Owls Head Transportation Museum.

What's nearby

  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 9 min drive
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 9 min drive
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 10 min drive
  • Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle Street Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Flipside - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Primo - ‬8 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.

Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly

Please note- we offer a FULL RENT REFUND for cancellations IF we can re-book your time slot (this is separate from VRBO policy).

A perfect spot for family gatherings, this light-filled house is right on the shore of a tidal salt-water river with access via your own dock in the summer. We are on a quiet, dead end road, but only minutes from the best of mid-coast Maine. Great area for biking, birding, kayaking and hiking and exploring. The house is also an excellent spot for remote work, complete with high speed Wifi and desks. For those occasional hot days, we do have AC if you need it.

Hayden Point is a very clean and comfortable house situated on its own private waterfront with steps and a floating dock (in warm months) for direct access. From our dock, you can paddle down a peaceful river to the Gulf of Maine. Large windows give unobstructed views of the water from most rooms and there is plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Hayden Point is a relaxing retreat that makes access easy for anyone with limited mobility. Our large deck overlooks the lawn and water.

The kitchen contains everything you need to cook a gourmet meal, but you also can get some of the best lobster in Maine 5 minutes away, and you are only five miles from downtown Rockland. Camden Hills State Park is a short distance as well.

This spacious craftsman style home built in 2004 has 2.5 baths and sleeps 8 adults in three bedrooms (children are welcome, too!). Everything is on the ground floor except the third bedroom and bath. On the ground floor, a private master suite with water views has a king-size bed and sitting area, a large bathroom with a custom walk in shower, and two vanities (one within the bathroom and one in the hallway to the bath). A second bedroom on the ground floor has a queen-sized bed and small sitting area, and a nearby half bath. Upstairs there is a second full bath off a very large bedroom with a big sitting area, games table and 180 degree spectacular water views. The king-sized bed in this room can be separated into two extra-long twin beds and there also is a queen sleeper sofa. A portable crib is provided as well. The house has a great deal of closet space and drawers for storage. All linens are provided and are 100% cotton. A washer and dryer on the ground level provided as well.

The ground floor has the main living space with an open dining room, which seats 6-8 people, and living room overlooking the lawn and the water beyond. The kitchen is fully-equipped with solid-surface counter tops, cherry cabinetry, an electric oven, gas cook-top, dishwasher, trash-compactor, microwave, double-door refrigerator and dishwasher and a walk-in pantry. The kitchen has a breakfast nook and double French doors leading to the wraparound deck. The deck has a sun shade, table, plenty of seating and two grills.

The living room and den area is outfitted with comfortable and stylish furnishings, flat-screen television, Roku and fire stick for streaming, and high speed Wifi for internet access. In addition to heat pumps for air conditioning, there is a whole-house back-up generator, so no need to worry about power loss. Large windows overlook the deck and the expansive lawn and waterfront. Novels, local guide books and maps are also included.

South Thomaston is located just five miles from downtown Rockland, 15 miles from Camden/Rockport and five miles from the St. George Peninsula and the villages of Tenants Harbor and Port Clyde. Hayden Point is less than 10 minutes from Primo, one of the best restaurants in New England. There is also a boat launch open for public use about one half mile from the Hayden Point House, and beautiful Birch Point state park with a beach about five minutes away.

We have a professional caretaker on call during your stay should any problem arise. Dogs are allowed with owner permission and additional pet fee.

Property manager

Kay Etheridge

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs only and must be approved in advance.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: House is not 'child-proofed' and is on the water.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: not at this time
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: not at this time For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly?

The closest beach to Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly is Birch Point Beach (2.2 km).

Does Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly?

No, Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Tranquil waterfront near Rockland, Camden-family and dog friendly Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 82 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away with pet
We enjoyed Maine sooo much! The house is a dream! Well equipped, clean and the location is amazing! We did visit Rockland and Rockport several times, there are near and are lovely. Went hiking to Camden and spent the day in the vibrant town. Everything was easy and we will repeated for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent way to see the coast
Terrific
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Updated, clean house in a great location
Very well appointed house, deck and yard. The kitchen is so nicely equipped that we had more family meals there than originally planned. Tidal inlet great for kayaking, nice views. Room to spread out for a family of six. Convenient to McLoon's at Spruce Head Point, Owl's Head, Rockland, Camden. Kay was very accommodating with special consideration for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jon V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine Retreat
This beautiful and clean house was everything we were looking for
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah H., Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Maine
The house was lovely, very clean, well stocked, and a great location on a quiet street. Nice area for walking, and convenient to many attractions. Overall I would give it a great review except for the view. The pictures showed a nice open view of the river, but because the trees and shrubs need to be trimmed you loose 80% of the view shown in pictures.That was my only disappointment.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Z., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Family (working) vacation
My wife and I spent a week here in late July/early August with our 3 kids (27/25/21), working remotely some and just hanging some. Very nice property - comfy bed in large MBR suite, large upstairs with more beds and desk, well-supplied kitchen, nice deck, all very clean. Slept 5 comfortably in 4 beds. Kay was an amazing host - super responsive, informative, and accommodating. Loved the area for hiking/biking/dining out. Only things we missed were a fire pit/ring in yard and some luggage racks in bedrooms. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central location with a great view and kayaking!
Excellent property with a great view! We kayaked several times. Great restaurants are within a 15-to-30-minute drive. Day trips to other great Maine such as Acadia National Park are within a 60-to-90-minute drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valarie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay near Rockland
The property manager was super responsive and helpful. The house is fairly new, comfortable and well-furnished. The outdoor deck is lovely and our dogs enjoyed the flat and grassy backyard (under our close supervision as there is no fence). The area is scenic and convenient to Rockland and other local attractions. It was a little tricky to operate the air conditioning but we were thrilled to have it. Be aware that while the upstairs loft is very spacious with a gorgeous water view, there are some things lacking. There is no door to close off this space for sound privacy, no window shades (and the sun rises at 5 am in the Summer) and no closet up there. There is only one smallish TV in the house. The result was we spent more quality time with the family, so all is well! All in all we had a memorable and pleasant stay!
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location
Convenient- just 10 minutes away from groceries, restaurants, and shopping, with an ice cream shop and a charming farm stand featuring alpacas only 5 minutes away. Being situated on the river rather than the bay or ocean means a muddy shore instead of a rocky coastline and tide pools. There's limited shade outdoors with no umbrella or awning, so it's either full sun or indoors for relief. The house itself is excellent! The teenagers enjoyed their own space upstairs, and we had a spacious master suite on the ground floor. Efficient heat pumps kept us comfortable regardless of the weather. The beds were cozy, and we appreciated the open floor plan, small eat-in kitchen, composite decking, and functional laundry facilities. The backyard lawn was pleasant, and access to the water via stairs was convenient. The neighborhood was quiet, friendly, and perfect for walks. The property manager was exceptionally communicative, prompt, and friendly. However, there were a few issues. We found out after booking that we couldn't boil lobsters or use a large pasta pot. While we could use leftover fuel, the property didn't provide charcoal or propane, which felt less generous than other rentals we've tried. Minor inconveniences included no overhead lights in the dining room and an old, small TV without streaming capabilities (wasn't a big deal for us). Due to vegetation, the water view is limited unless you move to the side of the property or use the stairs. Overall very nice and suitable 4fam
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen F., North Granby, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quiet home with a great view
This is an exceptionally nice house with a beautiful view. The neighborhood is very quiet and lovely and very conveniently located. The first floor has master bedroom with a king bed and a bathroom with a walk-in shower, as well as a tub and a second sink in the hall. There is a queen bedroom on this floor also with a powder room next to it. Upstairs is a lovely large room with two twin beds, a bathroom and a seating area. The kitchen and dining room are open and spacious; and the deck is lovely, overlooking the river. Some improvements are needed: a Keurig coffee pot, a new mattress on the master bedroom bed, a more comfortable lounge chair in the living room, and either a modified front set of steps or a railing added to the entrance, or both. This house could be perfect for those with some mobility impairments if the front entrance was improved. If you have no impairments, then no problem with the entrance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE JEAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Thomaston Retreat
The property is in a quiet rural area and also close to restaurants and interesting sites. Enjoyed hiking and museums close by and returning to this serene place. Particularly enjoyed watching the river having two tides! How do the fish know when the water is leaving the river bed?!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Piece of Paradise
This Hayden Point home is of the highest quality we’ve experienced when renting vacation places. Great floor plan for both privacy and group gathering. Kitchen stocked as you would your own home, comfortable and flexible sleeping arrangements, plenty of good bedding and towels for a large family. The diverse artwork alone is worth the rental! Location is great for accessing mid-coast shopping, museums, beaches. The owner is easy to communicate with and goes beyond typical expectations to make your stay special. Every member of our party (ages 4-80) considered our time at Hayden Point to be exceptional. We would definitely return and offer our highest unqualified recommendation to anyone seeking a mid-coast visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very clean property, nicely located and an extremely responsive host. AC in all rooms which was a welcome rarity in the area. Sunset views are amazing !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and view
The house was fantastic! It was clean and welcoming. The view is incredible. It was close to many attractions we wanted to visit. Kay was responsive and communicative. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family summer vacation
We loved the convenient location on a quiet and friendly street. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed, and had plenty of space for our family of 5 plus dog to spread out and relax. It was clean, comfortable, and very nicely decorated. We appreciated the fully stocked and spotless kitchen, large bed in the primary bedroom, and all the little extras, like puzzles and games, that helped pass the time when we encountered a few rainy days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lamar W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Maine Trip
Location-wise, the house couldn't be topped. Centrally located to every place that we wanted to visit. Kay was also very accomodating when our party unexpectedly grew, Overall, a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Visit to South Thomaston
Every aspect of our visit was awesome. Kay, our contact, was great; the property was clean and well maintained; and the location was perfect for biking and sight-seeing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elise F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just go!
This home is the best of all worlds, peaceful setting, friendly neighborhood, convenient to Rockland, Camden, and Rockport. We appreciated Kay’s recommendations for local attractions, her attentiveness, and the well appointed kitchen that allowed us to prepare a Thanksgiving feast. Hope we can visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous!
Our stay at this beautiful property could not have been better. The house is lovely and well appointed. The owners were responsive, kind and wonderful. The location is an Autumn wonderland. The accommodations were perfect for folks with mobility issues. The bedrooms are all very large and the upstairs area is HUGE!. We would have extended our trip if time would have permitted, it was so awesome! We will go back next Fall and stay again if Kay will have us :) We walked all over the place and the 'Keag store was right around the corner with the BEST lobster rolls and broccoli salad. Strongly recommend you book this lovely, restful, gorgeous place!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Serenity and Fall Foliage Views
This was our first trip to Maine. After spending four days further north, we spent four days at the coast. This house was beautiful! The views of the cove were amazing! I would recommend this place for a slice of peaceful relaxation!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

brenda c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this property!
We (three senior women) thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. There's so much to do in the area and lots of interesting things to see close by such as Birch Point State Park, Owl's Head Lighthouse, general store at Owl's Head and S Thomaston, and much more. The house was beautiful and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Three of us stayed while working on a boat project nearby, it was a great place to relax after the day. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
House clean Need more lobster eating utensils, wish we could have used the bathtubs or at least the one downstairs, Love the backyard as did our dog and all the places we can bike ride.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
Spacious home that was great for our family of 6. House was very clean with a well appointed kitchen and nice outdoor deck that partially overlooks the water. Kay did an excellent job of communicating and answering any questions I had promptly. House is located very close to Rockland (10 minutes) Rockport/Camden (20 minutes) and other surrounding points of interest.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Thomaston
Great layout and location. We did day trips from Port Clyde to the south one day and explored Rockland, Camden and Rockport another day. The beaches, state parks, superb seafood are all very close. The house was airy and breezy even when it got hot. We used fans even though there are AC window units in the bedroom. Very private setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022