On Orr's Island, The Augustus Cottage is a charming retreat for couples. Enjoy picturesque ocean views from most rooms, a cozy dining area, and an equipped kitchen perfect for preparing lobster feasts. Unwind in the spacious living area with exposed beams or relax in the enclosed yard space by the outdoor grill.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom86 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming, comfortable 2 Bedroom, One Bath, home, gorgeous views of Lowell's Cove--A great homeba...
The Augustus Cottage is a perfect couples getaway and is conveniently located just a short distance from Lowell's Cove, on Orr's Island. An adorable cottage with picturesque ocean views from most rooms.
The cottage features 2 bedrooms, and one bath. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a cozy, sunlit dining area, adjacent to a galley-style kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped for preparing your own meals, with new appliances, cookware, lobster pot, and is also where the stacked washer/dryer are situated. You can also choose to head to the cute outdoor yard space, enclosed by a custom built stone wall, where you can light up the outdoor grill as well as the lobster cooker for the traditional Maine experience! Be sure to pick some fresh lobsters up from our locals!
Just down the hall you will find the roomy living area, which presents attractive exposed beams along with an expansive bay window facing the ocean. A perfect spot for relaxing after a day of exploring our coastal town! You can choose to enjoy playing games, streaming on the TV, and planning your next adventure! On the second level, you will find the 2 bedrooms, both of which are spacious, and each furnished with a Queen size bed. Please note, one of the bedrooms is loft style, and does not have its own door, while the other bedroom does include a door for privacy. Parking for one vehicle only. There is a two person maximum occupancy only.
Harpswell is a unique working waterfront mid coast Maine town, with many hiking trails, beach areas, great restaurants, little shops, and breath-taking views throughout. Conveniently located close to Brunswick, Freeport, Bath, Phippsburg and more. Harpswell is conveniently located 20 minutes from Brunswick, take the train from there and travel the Maine coast. Brunswick is also home to Bowdoin College, which offers the Maine State Music Theatre, with superb productions, and museums to enjoy ! Close to Portland, and Freeport, home of LL Bean, many outlet shops, and restaurants. Driving distance to Popham Beach...the most spectacular stretch of sandy beach in Maine, along with historical forts to explore. Bath, Phippsburg, Boothbay Harbor, and Bar Harbor all all great day trips! So many sights to see in and around Harpswell ! Proudly managed by Maine Coastal Connections, Harpswell, Maine. Please note, cancellations will be refunded per policy, less processing fees.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Orrs Island is home to this vacation home. Gulf of Maine and Brunswick Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brunswick Town Commons and Casco Bay. Paddleworks and Land's End Gift Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Orrs Island travel guide
Is Charming, comfortable 2 Bedroom, One Bath, home, gorgeous views of Lowell's Cove--A great homeba... pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming, comfortable 2 Bedroom, One Bath, home, gorgeous views of Lowell's Cove--A great homeba...?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming, comfortable 2 Bedroom, One Bath, home, gorgeous views of Lowell's Cove--A great homeba...?
Check-out is at 10:00 PM.
Where is Charming, comfortable 2 Bedroom, One Bath, home, gorgeous views of Lowell's Cove--A great homeba... located?
Situated in Orrs Island, this vacation home is steps from Casco Bay and Paddleworks. Ragged Island and Bailey Island Bridge are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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A great place to stay and soak in the Maine coast atmosphere. Very comfortable. Terrific host. Perfect for visiting Bowdoin as we did for a reunion. Will definitely be back.
We had a great stay at Augustus Cottage. Cheri’s communication was excellent, and the homeowners next door were kind and welcoming. The cottage was exactly as advertised – very clean, neat, comfortable, and well appointed with new appliances and a smart TV. Everything worked perfectly.The location was fantastic. Nice neighborhood, and the small beach at Lowell’s Cove, just a short walk down the road, was perfect for exploring at low tide. There’s also a small hiking area with another beach right across the street – both were great to enjoy before heading out on our daily activities. From the cottage, it’s easy to explore Orr’s and Bailey Islands or quickly get into Brunswick. So much to do. Note that if you have two vehicles (or even a visitor) things could get a bit complicated, as there is truly only space for 1 vehicle. However, for a small family with one vehicle, this was perfect.Overall, we loved our stay and would happily return to this cottage!
We really loved our days on and around Orr's Island. We enjoyed talking with lots of year-round and seasonal residents on both Orr's and neighboring Bailey Island. The house was very comfortable. Highlights nearby are the candy and ice cream shop just about a quarter-mile away, with homemade fudge etc.; and All Saints' Episcopal Church, a beautiful holy space that is opened for visitors some weekdays, with its amazing woodwork and nautical-themed stained-glass windows (and friendly people too--after going in on Thursday we went back for the service on Sunday). The church is even closer to the house than the candy store. And closest of all, the house's description doesn't call attention to something it should: a postcard-type view over Beal's Cove from the park that is literally just across the street, where you can also walk down to the shore of that cove to 100 yards or so of gravel beach (at low tide). This is the next cove over from the one that can be seen down the hill from some of the windows in the pictures.
The house was very clean and neat, all the modern conveniences one would want, generally very comfortable. We have stayed in this neighborhood before and know some of its attractions (the cove, nearby ice cream place, nice hike just across the main road), but mostly used it as a base of operations while visiting other family elsewhere in Harpswell. It suited our purposes perfectly. Prospective renters should know: the house is advertised as having two bedrooms--which is true--but the owners don't want more than two people staying there. We found that confusing enough that we assumed we could have a third guest stay with us in the second bedroom. The hosts were kind enough to accommodate us, but made it clear they were a bit put out. Part of this had to do with there really being room in the driveway for one car. We appreciated the owners' flexibility and it all worked out well for us.