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CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private.

CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private.

Photo gallery for CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private.

Deck overlooking bay. Great spot to read and sip wine.
Sunny entry through garden. Waterfront.
Kayaks delivered and picked up by Activity Shop in Blue Hill. Perfect spot.
Shoreview of house from water. You can just see of it in exact center of photo.
View of house from water looking directly at front porch and surrounding deck.

Overview of CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private.

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

SURRY, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park44 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)44 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center58 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching62 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private.

SORRY BUT WE ARE CLOSING TO GUESTS AS OF 10.12.23. PER REQUEST BY OWNERS.
SEASIDE VACATION. Start your morning with coffee on the deck looking at the mountains of Acadia, slip into the ocean for an early morning paddle or swim before heading off to hike, explore local shops, art galleries, musical performances, seaside restaurants, theater, and festivals.
Please book SAT to SAT only. You'll always rise and return to the tranquility of your cottage, shaded by giant oaks, cooled by the sea breezes, warmed with sun on the decks. Deck repainted May 2023. 2022 all new cedar railings, exterior painted, landscaping enhanced, granite walkway to beach.

Spacious beachfront home. Full of light and windows overlooking the water, woods, beachfront gardens. "Sunshine at Howard's End" is privately situated on 4 acres of land on Newbury Neck in Surry, Maine. All bedrooms have an ocean view. The house sits just above sea-level, with well-maintained steps leading comfortably down to a private beach with 200' waterfront . The house has 2850 sq. ft. of living space and a wrap around deck overlooking the bay and gardens. Depending on the season, the cottage rents for between $2999 and $3299 per week. A specific pet may be allowed. If you are interested in bringing your pet and have excellent references. We will consider it. Just contact us with the details and we'll get back to you ASAP.

ROOM LAYOUT

1st FLOOR:

Large living room with a Cathedral ceiling A Wi-Fi booster is available for email and business use , but not for streaming movies and so forth. The living room contains a flatscreen TV ; Radio/ CD player; Collection of books, Collection of games; and a gas Fireplace/stove. Stairs lead up to a sleeping/sitting loft that overlooks the bay.

Formal dining room with a table that seats eight

Sunroom with ocean and garden views

A well equipped kitchen with a wolf gas stove with four burners, an oven and griddle; microwave; toaster oven; coffee maker, plenty of cookware, dishes, glasses, and cutlery. Of course there's a refrigerator and there is also a washer and dryer.

A large bedroom with a king size bed, A gas fireplace / stove.

A full bath with a shower

2nd FLOOR

Master bedroom with Queen bed and a walk-in closet. And views of the bay.

A bedroom with twin beds

The bedroom with a queen bed

A full bathroom with both a claw foot tub and a freestanding shower

There is a large wrap around porch overlooking the bay that's equipped with plenty of seating and table and chairs for outdoor dining. A gas grill is also provided.
There is an ample supply of bed linens and towels.

There is also a recently built second story loft with a spectacular oceanfront view with a futon.

Property manager

Dee

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes indeed. Love kids.

Events

No events allowed
But we need to discuss specifics. Conditional Yes.

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are allowed only by specific approval.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking inside or out. Sorry!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: But we need to discuss specifics. Conditional Yes.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surry

Located in Surry, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 44 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 58 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 62 min drive
  • Village Green - 62 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 72 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lobster Shack - 5 min drive
  • Pugnuts Ice Cream Shop - 18 min drive
  • Lunt's Lobster Pound - 43 min drive
  • Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - 44 min drive
  • Smokey's BBQ & Lobster - 42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is CLOSED 10.12.23 Oceanfront. Just 10 granite steps from beach. Private. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surry holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Toddy Pond, Branch Lake and Woodlawn Museum. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Ellsworth Public Library are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time
The property is fantastic. View is amazing and is centrally located to take day trips to Acadia, Bar Harbor and various other small towns.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place . Great view. Great host
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Tide Is High
Fantastic week with the family in a super cozy house on the water in Maine. Doesn’t get better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, spacious home
Such a quiet and peaceful place - the sound of the water lapping below us on the deck and the loons out on the water just melted our stress away. The kitchen had everything we needed, including a keurig. Dee was very easy to communicate with and super responsive. Thank you so much for sharing this special spot with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views, amazing house
We stayed at this property 2 weeks ago and had an absolutely wonderful visit. We arrived on a rainy evening but as soon as we opened the front door, we saw ocean views going straight back through the house. This home was positioned and furnished with comfort and beauty in mind. There are books throughout the house, cozy reading nooks, and an array of indoor and outdoor spots to see the ocean. The kitchen is fully stocked, the beds were comfortable and we just couldn't get enough of the views. The sun came out and stayed for most of our visit. The manager, Dee, was extremely helpful and a great communicator. The location isn't really walkable to stores or restaurants but there are plenty of places a short drive away and it was honestly nice to be surrounded by trees and water. There are some very nice scenic hikes a short walk from the house. Amazing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dee

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I am the Property Manager, Dee Knisley. I've lived on Newbury Neck for much of my adult life . It was a special part of my summers as a kid and I'm thrilled to be building this summer a Net Zero, solar powered house on my family's property - south end overlooking the mountains of Acadia. I've lived and worked in the area since 1987. So, I'm happy to act as your concierge as well as property manager.
"Sunshine at Howards End" is owned by Linda and Donald who live in Virginia. Don is a professor of chemistry and immunology and Linda is a psychoanalyst in private practice. Decades ago, they came to Maine for a few weeks vacation with their two young daughters and fell in love with the area. The following year they rented a cottage and continued to come to Maine every year for the summer until the cottage was no longer available. After a few years they returned again, loved Maine as much as ever, so in 2000 they purchased Sunshine and have enjoyed long summer vacations ever since.

Why they chose this property

Private and exquisitely situated. House is large, well appointed and comfortable. Ocean breeze and shade keep it cool and lovely all summer. Oceanside steps and easy access for kayaks or swimming.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, easy access to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park but without the crowds. Great private beach and generously proportioned and well appointed house. Beautiful gardens. Excellent quality furnishings and linens. A great vacation spot for a family or a couple wishing to get away from it all.
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