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Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home
A recently constructed summer home which is perfectly situated on the harbor in Friendship in Musgongus Bay in Mid-coast Maine. From the front deck one enjoys the activities of a busy lobster fishing harbor. The property affords privacy and the convenience of a deep water dock and float for boating and swimming. This house is located at the end of a dirt road which faces the quiet end of Friendship Harbor. The house has three bedrooms and sleeps 8 in two queenbeded rooms and one room with bunk beds and two twin beds. There are two full bathrooms, one upstairs and one with the master bedroom on the first floor. The ground floor has an open design with the kitchen flowing into the living and dining areas. The living area features a wood burning stove. There is a large attached boat shed with a ping pong table and room for various activities. The house has TV plus WiFi. The kitchen is well equipped with a gas stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, blender and all the necessary utensils. There are a washer and dryer and all linens are provided - including beach towels. There is a broad deck overlooking the harbor and private dock. A charcoal grill is provided. There is a put in for small boats and kayaks next to this property.
Property manager
Sam Clapp
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home House
Friendship Harbor Waterfront
Cottage
Friendship Harbor Waterfront
Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home Cottage
Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home Friendship
Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home Cottage Friendship
About the area
Friendship, ME
What's nearby
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 36 min drive - 31.7 km
Rockland Harbor Park - 36 min drive - 31.7 km
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 40 min drive - 36.0 km
Tenants Harbor Marina - 51 min drive - 44.4 km
Marshall Point Lighthouse - 61 min drive - 53.0 km
Getting around
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Jameson Point Lobster Company - 10 min walk
Village Ice Cream - 44 min drive
The Black Harpoon - 44 min drive
Dip Net Restaurant - 44 min drive
Squid Ink Coffee - 44 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from St. George River and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Maine State Prison Store. Damariscotta Lake and General Henry Knox Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).
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Friendship Harbor Waterfront Home Reviews
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Reviews
10/10
This is our second visit to this wonderful place. The house is very comfortable and well supplied with anything you need for a great visit. The views are spectacular!!
james s.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
Foggy week, but it is an ideal house for a Maine coast vacation.
Peter T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
Wondeful stay again. This is our 3rd. Great location. Nice views of the harbor and walking distance to Wallace’s and Jameson’s Thanks again Sam
Bill A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Great floor plan; very simple and straight forward with beautiful views of an active working harbor. Cooked lobster from the local wharf most nights. Used wood stove on cooler evenings. Central mid coast location provides easy access to Camden, Rockland, Port Clyde, booth bay and island ferries w/o the congestion. Highly recommend.
rick r.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021
10/10
We very much enjoyed our stay in Friendship! The listing was spot on - right on the water, very clean, fun boathouse space with ping pong that the kids loved. Due to recent storms, they were in the middle of repairing the shoreline but Sam was proactive in letting us know they would not be finished by the time we arrived. He did have them stop working during our stay which was much appreciated! We hope to return in the future!
Claire W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Our third year at this location. The perfect spot to relax and enjoy family and friends. We love it here.
Gerry Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
We loved this property! The views are stunning and the location makes it ideal for adventures across Maine. We went as a family with our two boys ages 14 and 11 and it was the right house for all ages.
We were even able to do a day trip to Acadia from here though it made for a long day. House is well stocked. The kids really enjoyed the ping pong table and we all loved the pier and comfortable back porch and backyard. You can't go wrong staying here!
Lena D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
Our time spent at Tamarack Cottage was pretty perfect! The cottage clearly had a lot of thought put into it when it was built and we appreciated all the little details. It was spacious, clean, and had everything you could possibly need to make your stay enjoyable. The yard was perfect for playing games on or just relaxing with a book. The deep water dock was great to swim and fish off of (we even snagged a striped bass from the dock one evening). We rented kayaks one day from the Bird’s Nest B & B and they were wonderful as well. We also enjoyed walking to Wallace’s and got there pizza one night which was delicious. The co-op was a short distance beyond us and we got lobsters one afternoon for a treat. The attached boat shed was a fun addition and we played a lot of ping pong. We would highly recommend this special property and look forward to returning next summer!
Sara P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
We had a great time and hope to be back soon.
Shannon G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10
Beautiful, spacious place where friends also renting in the area were able to gather for a couple of dinners. Very well appointed. Very quiet spot at the end of the road. Definitely hope by to return.
Doug C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
10/10
It was a wonderful way to spend a week with our family. The kitchen was well stocked with anything you might need to cook family meals.
Plenty of seating at the table and in the living area. Everything the great! Only suggestion would be over head fan in living room ,dining room and downstairs bedroom as it gets warm on nice sunny days that we we’re lucky to have during our visit.
james s.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10
Our second rental here was wonderful thanks to suggested upgrades and the stunning location as well as good friends and family visits. Only one comment as it relates to VRBO. The website said check in was at 1:00 PM, but the cleaning lady was under the impression that 4:00 PM was arrival time. (We arrived at around 2:30 PM) . This disconnect needs to be corrected.
Gerry Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10
We loved our stay in Friendship. The local grocery/deli was a nice resource. We frequented the lobster coop for our nightly soft shell lobsters. Friendship is a quaint little town but centrally located just short drives to other destinations. Arcadia is @2 hours. We awoke each morning listening to the hymn of the lobster boats!! Well stocked and extremely clean!!! We will be back
John C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10
House is clean and comfortable with all the cooking utensils and gear available. Beds were very comfortable and having the wood stove was great for cool nights
Bill A.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
10/10
What a wonderful property. A great place to get away from it all!
Seth F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10
We were a group of 4 friends at this beautiful and spacious sunlit property. The pictures online don't adequately show how lovely this place is. We oohed and aahed upon entry of the house. The view of the water is gorgeous and the activity in the harbor was always interesting, especially at morning and dusk. We enjoyed the freshest lobsters purchased right from the co-op docks, and devoured the delicious Italian hoagies and sweets at the general store! We were a short distance from our chosen hiking spots in Camden and Bristol.
Unfortunately, the boat and kayak that are listed are actually not available for use, so we did a half-day guided tour on Muscongus Bay, instead. The owner is not intrusive and responsive, while the caretaker is a sweet man who maintains the property so well. This is a peaceful respite in a wonderful setting. I would gladly return!
Judy C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
10/10
We had a fabulous time in Friendship at our rental, which was in the general neighborhood of where my parents built a home in 1974 but sold in 1979 after my mother died. We know most of the people on Tamarack Road. Our grandsons (ages 7, 10, 10, 12) had a blast cannon-balling off the dock and fishing there as well!
We noticed that there was no hair dryer as listed on VRBO. The first floor bed needs either a new frame or mattress to reduce the creak every time one turns over and the weather stripping of the exterior doors needs attention so the doors can close without difficulty. We shared these observations with the property manager.
We hope to return next year during the same week in August.
Gerry Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10
We had a wonderful stay with just our family of four. Plenty of room, extremely clean, comfortable and charming. Lots of space to relax, read, sketch, paint and watch the boats and sunsets. Close to Owl’s Head and Rockland, Farnsworth museum. Also easy day trip to Reid State Park. Easy walk to the general store and Jameson’s for lobster, fish. Kitchen is well stocked with all the utensils you need for grilling, making clam chowder or steaming lobster. Ping-pong table was a hit, as was the double-rainbow that appeared over the harbor after a summer rainstorm. Would definitely stay here again. It’s pretty magical!
Jess K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
10/10
Our family had a great time relaxing and watching the lobster boats in working harbor. House is well equipped and very clean in a great location. People in Friendship certainly lived up to the name. Would definitely return for another trip
Bill A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
10/10
We had an amazing time, the house and location was beautiful. We hope to go back next year.
Michael Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10
This property is a great mix of a rustic Maine cabin with all of the modern amenities. The view of working lobsterman in the bay won’t soon be forgotten. The town of Friendship is a quiet and quaint seaport town just what we were looking for. The house is beautiful and the location is outstanding.
Mark B.
8/10
The home is perfect for a quiet getaway.
It’s also good for families because of the boathouse with ping pong table and good size yard. We enjoyed the dock and back porch for relaxing. The fireworks in the harbor were fun.
elaine R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10
First time to Maine , love to go back
Lisa G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10
My family thoroughly enjoyed this rental cottage on the water. It is centrally located to many coastal towns for sightseeing. We ventured down to Booth Bay and all the way up to Camden. It is close to the Owls Head Museum (a must see) and you can take the boat out to Monhegan Island for the day from Port Clyde. After each busy day, it was great to come home to the peace and quiet of Tamarack cottage. If you need some groceries....or a good pizza, the general store is only 5 minutes from the cottage. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. A perfect vacation!!
Michael J.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10
We spent the Memorial Day weekend at this Friendship jewel. Hester was extremely generous and helpful in making our family trip a fun vacation. The cottage is very well appointed and our family of 7 (5 adults, 2 kids) fit in very nicely. The views from the house and the patio are fabulous. Waking up in the master bed looking out over the water is a real treat. The kitchen had everything we needed to fix two big dinners. We took a road trip to Acadia National Park (2.5hrs away) and loved it. The Persmiquid Lighthouse park is also a good short drive. We walked down to the Friendship harbor in the morning to check out the lobster traps. And to top things off, the owners 1yr old pup Olivia dropped by to say hello ... What a treat for our kids who love dogs!