A short drive from Bar Harbor and a 5 minute walk to the sea, our cottage lets you enjoy the Maine countryside as well as the scenic shoreline. Relax on the deck, swim, antique, hike, and take in the charm of coastal Maine from our cozy home.
Our delightful, spacious, four-season cottage comfortably sleeps up to five people; there are two bedrooms, one on each floor of the house, both with queen-size beds. All bed linens are provided. There is also a separate loft area with a twin bed. Both bedrooms have closets and ample room for storage. The ground floor of our home features an open-concept dining area, living area, and kitchen, with french doors that let in lots of light. These open up to a large deck where guests can dine, grill, and relax. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, coffeemaker, refrigerator and microwave. There are three full bathrooms, one on the first floor, one on the second floor, and one in the basement. The basement and second floor bath have showers, and the first floor features a large, convenient bathtub. Towels, hairdryer, shampoo and soap provided. Free Wifi is available.
The cottage is located on an acre of private land and is situated between a lush forest and an open meadow. We have a large and grassy front yard and back yard, as well as a deck and a patio area (with a grill) for enjoying the outdoors.
Our cottage is just a quick walk to the shore and the forest, and a short drive to many local sites and activities. We recommend having a car at your disposal.
I or my associate will meet you upon arrival to welcome you, show you the cottage, and give a short orientation to the area. At times, as I live quite a distance from Surry, I will be unable to greet guests personally. In these instances, one of my dear friends and associates (a neighbor and long-time resident of Surry) will meet you and introduce you to our cottage. We are all happy to provide information about Surry, the surrounding towns, and other area attractions. Guests will have access to us via phone and email throughout the duration of their stay so that we can answer any questions and help with whatever you need.
PLACES TO EAT
1. Perry's Lobster Shack in Surry - Excellent!!! Only open seasonally - through the end of October.
1076 Newbury Neck Road, Surry, ME 04684.
2. Finn’s Irish Pub
156 Main Street, Ellsworth, ME 04605 - excellent!
3. Bangkok Restaurant
O6 Douglas Highway, Ellsworth, ME 04605
4. Union River Lobster Pot
8 South Street, Ellsworth, ME, 04605
5. Flexit Cafe and Bakery
192 Main Street, Ellsworth, ME, 04605
6. Sylvia's Cafe
248 State Street, Ellsworth, ME, 04605
7. Arborvine
33 Main Street, Blue Hill, ME, 04614
There is a convenience store in Surry - take a right onto Morgan Bay Rd. and another right onto Surry Road (172) towards Ellsworth. The store will be on your left.
For more substantial grocery needs you can go to Shaw's or Hannaford in Ellsworth, or Tradewinds (recommended) in Blue Hill and Ellsworth.
We are located in beautiful and rural Surry, Maine, a quiet village on the shores of Morgan Bay. Surry is only a short 35 minute drive to Acadia National Park as well as historic Bar Harbor, a shopping, dining, and sight-seeing destination. If you prefer a more peaceful but equally scenic adventure, walk down the road to the beautiful Carter Nature Preserve, where you may relax on the beach, view wildlife, and hike miles of wooded and shoreline trails. Or, drive ten minutes south to visit the Blue Hill peninsula, Castine, Camden, or Belfast for panoramic vistas, historical sites, antiquing, beaches, and Maine coastal charm.
PLACES TO ENJOY - AREA ATTRACTIONS
1. Pinniped Kayak
61 Toashuh Way, Ellsworth, ME
2. Acadia National Park
3. Lulu Lobster Boat
55 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
4. Downeast Birding & Nature Tours
150 Knox Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
If you intend to fly to Maine, you must fly to Bar Harbor or Bangor and take the bus from there to Ellsworth or Blue Hill. From these two towns, you may take a taxi to our address or you may rent a car, which we highly recommend doing during your stay. Having access to a vehicle will allow you to conveniently travel to town for sightseeing and groceries, and will make your stay in the area significantly easier. Parking is included with our listing, and guests may park up to three vehicles in our driveway.
