Summary:
Welcome to Pine and Cove House, a charming 4BR, 2BA getaway in Hancock! This spacious retreat is perfect for an extended family or group of friends looking for a together but separate experience. The newly updated home with unique dual-living setup is split into 2BR/1BA units with separate entrances, kitchen/living/dining rooms, and an interior connection. Enjoy the peaceful one-acre lot with private above ground pool, screen porch, two decks, firepit, cornhole, games and BBQ grill.
The Space:
In the first unit, there is an entry hall with a closet, desk and board games. The kitchen/dining area has a coffee station with a Keurig coffee maker and a regular coffee maker for your coffee of choice. The dining table seats 8 for group meals. The kitchen is stocked with most everything you will need for your cooking needs including a blender. There are also great restaurants nearby like Ironbound or Chipper's, or you can get your classic lobster rolls down the street at Yu's Takeout - with even more dining options down the road in Ellsworth.
The unit living room has a Smart TV with Spectrum basic cable, and your favorite streaming apps for sign in.
There are two bedrooms in this unit, each with king beds. The bathroom has a walk in shower and a separate tub with whirlpool jets. There is a stackable washer and dryer off of the kitchen/dining area
There is also a desk and monitor for work from home access off of the main bedroom.
The second unit has a living/dining space downstairs with Smart TV. This unit has a smaller kitchen with coffee maker, refrigerator, stove and microwave, and a good amount of cooking supplies including a smoothie maker, and waffle iron.
Upstairs in the second unit, there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with a combined whirlpool tub/shower. The first bedroom has two queen bed, and the second bedroom is set up as a kid's room, with two single beds and a toddler bed.
In the second floor hallway, there is a desk available as a second workspace. The hallway also has a combined washer/dryer.
Guests should enjoy the outdoor space of the property. The Maine cornhole set, above ground pool, bbq and giant jenga are set up for your enjoyment. There is also a container of kids games next to the shed for children's play.
Please observe posted pool rules and never leave children unattended in the pool area.
The roads around the property are great for walking and exploring. We enjoyed walking with our dog down to Jellison Cove, a public cove about 15 minutes walking distance down the street.
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire property with the exception of the garage, attic or shed.
The Neighborhood:
Tucked between the mountains of Acadia and the quiet coves of Frenchman Bay, Hancock, Maine offers a peaceful, scenic escape along the Downeast coast. This charming village is known for its rocky shoreline, fresh seafood shacks, and easy access to both nature and nearby towns like Ellsworth and Bar Harbor. Whether you're kayaking along the coast, biking rural backroads, or exploring Acadia National Park just 30 minutes away, Hancock provides the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in a truly classic Maine setting.
Other Things to Note:
The house was originally built in the 1880s and later expanded and modernized in recent years.
The stairs to the second floor are steep, as was typical of 19th century farmhouses. Be careful on the way up to the upstairs.
The second floor bedrooms and bathroom have sloped ceilings so taller guests should take care.
The pool is open seasonally from June until early September. Please note that exact dates may vary based on temperatures.
Air Conditioning is through the three window units downstairs, and the upstairs bedrooms have portable air conditioners for your use.
There are two separate thermostats in the house, these will only provide heat. The one in the larger kitchen is for the downstairs unit. The one in the second bedroom is for the living/dining area downstairs. There are no heat vents in the upstairs bedrooms, but the house has extra blankets for the cooler Maine summer nights.
Note that the garage, basement, attic and outdoor shed spaces are off limits to guests.