THIS PROPERTY ONLY RENTS ON A FRIDAY TO FRIDAY SCHEDULE - 7 NIGHT MINIMUM REQUIRED
**2022 New dishwasher, countertops, and laundry area. New dining table and chairs to accommodate 10. All new carpets in the main house! There have been many cosmetic updates and added functionality added to the house this season!
ROOM LAYOUT:
1st Floor- Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room, Queen Bedroom, Shower Stall Bathroom, 2nd Kitchen, 2nd Living Room, Futon, Laundry Area, Deck, Outdoor Shower (this area, except the laundry, is closed off after Oct 31st as it isn't heated) 2nd Floor- Queen Bedroom, Full Bedroom, 2 Twin Bunk Bed Sleeping Area, Shared Tub-Shower Bathroom
DOGS PERMITTED? Yes, dogs are considererd at this property as of 2022, but must first be approved by the owner. J1
This beautiful waterfront cottage is located in a quiet residential neighborhood as the last property on a dead-end lane. The cottage sits on 2 private acres with 400' of shoreline on Rockland Harbor in Owls Head. Just over the town line from the abutting city of Rockland; head north for a mile and enjoy the happening Main Street town life with restaurants, galleries, shopping, museums, and theater. Continue north for another 7 miles to the picturesque communities of Rockport and Camden and enjoy what they have to offer as well. Head south and experience "the way life used to be" in Owls Head, Thomaston, Spruce Head, and the St. George peninsula.
This is a wonderful place for families to rent looking to enjoy great scenery and get out and explore the numerous activities offered by the area. Outside you have wooden stairs leading to a small pebble beach, perfect for tying up your Kayak. Thanks to the Rockland Breakwater, the ocean remains very calm and it is great for kayaking. The cottage is comprised of an older one story original section and a new section next door with a second larger kitchen, 2 additional bedrooms, living room with futon and a bathroom. The entire cottage is now a spacious comfortable retreat with ocean views from almost every room.
Please note that this property is located near the industrial end of Rockland. There is a shipyard close by, as well as a station where train cars off-load concrete onto barges. While many past Guests have enjoyed the sights of shipyard activity, occasionally a project at the shipyard may result in loud noises during normal operating hours for the shipyard, 7am - 3:30pm M-F.
BEACH CLASSIFICATION: We have categorized this property as having or being near a sandy beach. More specifically for this property - there is a pea-sized / pebbly beach about 100 feet wide in front to the cottage. Not necessarily a "swimming beach" - this is a good beach for sitting at in folding chairs or launching kayaks. There is not an actual fine sandy beach at this property, but the beach itself is better than most in the area and that is why we have classified it as being "on" a beach.
NEED EXTRA ROOM? Just a short distance away, is a quaint comfortable guest suite, which can accommodate another couple (2 guests), while remaining close to the rest of the group. Click HERE to visit the Owls Head Guest Suite property page.
Details
BOATS INCLUDED? None, however, SUP & Kayak Rentals are available in Port Clyde at Port Clyde Kayaks 20 minutes south, or from Maine Sport, 20 minutes north in Rockport. Both deliver to the property. Sometimes, if the order is big, Ducktrap Kayaks will deliver as well to this property.
Property Specifics:
Linens & Bath Towels: Yes, one set of bed linens and one bath towel set for each guest are included (beds are made up prior to guest arrival) Dishwasher: Yes Washer/Dryer: Yes Air Conditioning: No, but fans are located in each bedroom Heat Source: Propane monitor heaters Usable Fireplace: No Outdoor Firepit: Yes, can be made on the beach below the high-tide line Trash Removal Service: Included with rental Internet Access: Yes, with Wi-Fi TV: 2 Smart Televisions with DVD player and Roku Music: This home has a Bluetooth/iPod dock for playing music Grill: Propane gas grill Closest Shopping Village: Rockland, 1 Mile away Number of Restaurants within 10 Miles: 30 Plus Water Frontage: Directly on the ocean with lighthouse views Beach Access: Rocky with small pebble stone beach Dock/Pier Access: No dock or pier at property Property Good For Fisherman: No Additional Amenities:Minimum Standards List
A Stones Throw Away This is our 11th year, we love the location and the view!
Larger beds would be nice and a recliner. Rocking chairs were new since our last visit, which was nice. Kitchen table was different from last visit but not study at all and leaves in it kept separating. Outdoor furniture is great!
Suzanne and John
Winneconne, US
Reviewed: Oct 4, 2023
Property Manager
Working with the team was easy and seamless. This is the second time we've used them.
Property
We stayed at A Stones Throw and it never disappoints. Our favorited feature is the beautiful views from the massive deck.
John
Rutherford, US
Reviewed: Sep 27, 2021
Property Manager
OTWIM is the best agency to del with when it comes to vacation rental in Maine. We have been working with your company for the last twelve years and have never had any issues of consequence. The very few times we have had to call OTWIM, they were right there to address the issue.
Property
We love A Stones Throw and that is the reason that we keep coming back year after year. We love the location and the privacy of the property.
Jane
Englewood, US
Reviewed: Aug 18, 2021
Property Manager
Team is excellent, accommodating, and a pleasure to work with
Property
Stone's Throw is a very comfortable, rambling, Maine house with well equipped kitchens (there are two of them) and a great, wide deck.
Jennifer
Conway, US
Reviewed: Aug 17, 2021
Property Manager
They are wonderful! We have never had to call them during vaca but the before/booking
experience is seamless.
Property
Second year back to the property. We have never returned to the same place twice until this year.
It feels like coming home. The big deck is FABULOUS!
Laurie and Keith
Weston, US
Reviewed: Aug 17, 2021
Property Manager
Very professional, efficient process for reviewing and reserving rental.
Property
Incredible deck spanning entire front of cabin overlooking harbor. Amazing views to watch all types of watercraft from sailboats, ferries, kayaks, schooners and so much more. We were delighted to discover an airshow was happening on our first full day and we experienced flyovers of WWII planes! Most amazing was view of the lighthouse on the breakwater from the deck on a clear day. We even revelled in hearing fog horns on foggy days. We had fun exploring the shipwrecked sailboat just down from us on the private beach. Great fun to put our own kayak's and paddle boards in the water right from the property. Everything we could have asked for or wanted in secluded spot at the end of dead end road. It felt private, protected and restorative.
David
Morgantown, US
Reviewed: Jun 30, 2021
Property Manager
All good
Property
Awesome stay,love this place.stayed here before and used to live in owlshead. we love the area and enjoyed sharing it with our family this year. On the water.
Peter
Cheshire, US
Reviewed: Jun 29, 2021
Property Manager
Wonderful!
Property
Very nice home. Comfortable. Morning noise from the shipyard where they were sandblasting the hull of a ship was louder than we expected for 3 out of the five days. Noise stopped by 2 pm.
Gorgeous view from deck.
Victoria
Brunswick, US
Reviewed: Jun 28, 2021
Property Manager
I always got a response to my emails, however getting a live person on the phone proved to be more difficult. As someone who prefers email, I was okay with that, but in a couple of boilerplate emails/ correspondence, it stated I needed to speak to someone personally, so there was a little frustration as I was concerned there would be complications with the rental, not being able to get someone on the phone. That being said, the communication I had via email was enough. It was also very pleasant. The representatives are helpful, kind and friendly.
Property
This was one of our top vacations. Very relaxing! The deck view was by far our favorite feature! I dont think Ive ever taken so many pictures on a vacation. Ive had people tell me that some of the pictures look like they are from a magazine. That is how picturesque the view from the deck and surrounding areas are.
This is also the first time that we agreed that a second stay at a rental will be needed!
WILLIAM
EDINBORO, US
Reviewed: Sep 25, 2019
Property Manager
Timely replies and effortless.
A Stones Throw is in a great location, quiet, wonderful view, close to town but secluded.
Property
John
Rutherford, US
Reviewed: Sep 10, 2019
Property Manager
Tiffany has been doing this for along time and has the vacation rental business down to a science. We've rented many years ago from individual owner and the results were hit and miss. By renting OTWIM they require the owner they are handling to maintain a certain standard of amenities.
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Helen
North Grosvenordale, US
Reviewed: Aug 12, 2019
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James
Leominster, US
Reviewed: Jul 2, 2019
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William
Bridgeport, US
Reviewed: Jun 30, 2019
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Jennifer
Marmora, US
Reviewed: Jun 24, 2019
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Jennifer
Marmora, US
Reviewed: Jun 24, 2019
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John
Rutherford, US
Reviewed: Sep 10, 2018
Property Manager
OTWIM is a super agency. They reply promptly to questions and are very customer service oriented.
Property
We've been coming to "A Stones Throw" for years, almost 10 now I think and we love it more and more and look forward to coming every year. The big deck overlooking the ocean, the private property and proximity to Rockland all make for a great combination.
Doug
Erie, US
Reviewed: Aug 29, 2018
Property Manager
The agency was easy to work with, easily accesible by phone, and answered the couple of questions we had during our stay.
Property
This was a great vacation rental. Comfortable living spaces, well-stocked kitchens, lovely porch, and beautiful views. We were not bothered at all by the nearby shipyard referenced in the property description; we didn't notice any noise coming from that area at all.
David
Morgantown, US
Reviewed: Aug 24, 2018
Property Manager
Always a pleasure.professional and friendly.
Property
Awesome property,my ten month old loved the large deck in her walker.the beach is great.very private and quiet.
Helen
North Grosvenordale, US
Reviewed: Aug 7, 2018
Property Manager
No issues, very accommodating and friendly, easy check in and check out
Property
Water,hammock,the festival,location to town. Very private..
Jennifer
Marmora, US
Reviewed: Jul 2, 2018
Property Manager
On the Water in Maine is such a pleasure to work with and I appreciate the email updates before and after our trip. Plus the ease of booking is also awesome!!
Property
We love A Stones Throw and had a wonderful vacation! The new sofas were great and the property is well-stocked and well-maintained. The views of the harbor are breathtaking and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Bill
Bridgeport, US
Reviewed: Jun 14, 2018
Property Manager
I have comminicated mostly with Paige, but every person I have spoken with has been professional and good natured. I also get the sense that you all work together as an effective team.
Property
My wife and I have vacationed at a number of waterfront properties and A Stone's Throw is by far the best. The harbor views from the spacious deck are spectacular, and the beautifully landscaped grounds are secluded and serenely pastoral. The house is huge and combines an "open to the outdoors" feel with lots of private spaces.
Amy
Braintree, US
Reviewed: Sep 3, 2017
Property Manager
As always, working with On the Water in Maine was so simple, straight forward, efficient and the staff friendly and helpful.
Property
This was our second time staying at A Stone's Throw and it was simply wonderful. The house was comfortable and well stocked with all the comforts of home. The large yard was great for the kids to run and play. We loved swimmimg on the pebble beach at high tide. The porch and Rockland harbour views were the very best part.
John
Rutherford, US
Reviewed: Aug 20, 2017
Property Manager
OTWIM is a class act in the arena of vacation rentals. Tiffany and Justin know the business well and know how to deliver when it comes to customer service.
Property
We love this house! We love it so much this is our 8th year staying in it. Can't say enough about the gorgeous water views from the deck and lovely private grounds around the property with its own beach. The owner has chosen to upgrade some of the furnishings this year to our surprise, not that the old ones needed it. Love that outside shower and will miss it.
Joanne
New Boston, US
Reviewed: Jul 3, 2017
Property Manager
It was a pleasure working with On the Water in Maine Inc. For me, it was a great experience, and I would not hesitate to book another vacation rental with this agency.
Property
The lovely deck overlooking Rockland harbor was so wonderful! We enjoyed coffee on the deck each morning. It provided us with an awesome way to wake up and an amazing start to our day!
Disclosures
Smoking Is Not Permitted anywhere on or inside of any of our rental properties nor are those who may partake in tobacco smoking allowed to occupy any of our properties.
Occupancy may not exceed what is posted for each home. Maximum occupancy could include infants and children.
Amenities offered through On the Water in Maine Inc. are not available at all the properties we offer for rent. Boat Rentals through Maine Watercraft Rentals Inc. are offered Sunday morning to Friday after 5pm and include free delivery to the property. Check with an agent to find out what boats are available to rent at this property, or, when you process the booking here online, only the boats available for the property will be listed as available to rent.
Please see our Rental Guidelines for further questions regarding how to book this property and additional charges and fees. Contact a reservation agent for more details or to ensure you are booking the right property for you.
Town Info - Owls Head / Rockland / South Thomaston
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