Cove Cottage in East Blue Hill

This was our second stay at this wonderful place. Access to Acadia and to other beauty on the coast is great. The view of the cove is private and peaceful; the kayaks are an extra bonus. Caryl and Stephen are kind and responsive hosts. It is very likely that we will return a third time!

We had a nice, relaxing stay at the cottage by the bay. The house was well-equipped with wi-fi, TV, all the kitchen items we wanted, a gas grill and deck. Across the yard is a beautiful view of the water and boats. Caryl and Stephen were responsive to all our questions and requests, and they provided us with kayaks and life jackets for several outings on the bay. I saw a group of seals one day, and one curious fellow lingered to watch me paddle after the others dispersed. Although you're practically in the country in East Blue Hill, the house is well situated as a home base for day trips to Acadia and nearby towns like Ellsworth or Rockland. It is just a short drive from a nature preserve (Peter's Brook and Penny's Nature Preserve Trail System) and Blue Hill, where you can get groceries, visit shops (recommend Blue Hill Books) and dine at a variety of restaurants.

This place is very clean and the owners offered a lot of supplies much more than our expectation, which made us doubt if we live in a friend's house or a rental place. The ownders' generosity made us feel at home. The location is great too. It is in a small bay area and could get on the boat right before the house. Very conenient. We borrowed owners' kayak and padding boat. We had great time and want to come back again!

Cove Cottage is a very sweet, very light small house facing the harbor in East Blue Hill. The kitchen is extremely well supplied, the dining area is bright and attractive, the sitting room is cozy but comfortable. Heat comes up quickly from the baseboards downstairs. Upstairs, there is heat in the bathroom but not the bedrooms. Fine if you like sleeping in a cooler room. The futon bed is a little lumpy (perhaps it should be turned more often); my friends found the bed in the 2nd bedroom to be quite comfortable. Better lighting in the house would help (there are too few light fixtures and not all are well placed). There. could be more comprehensive info about recycling. Small issues! The hosts are friendly & helpful. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.