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130-year-old Maine Cottage by the Sea, Private Waterfront, Firepit, Refreshed provides everything that you need.

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  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

130-year-old Maine Cottage by the Sea, Private Waterfront, Firepit, Refreshed

  • *NOTE: We are considering purchasing a wood burning sauna to tuck into the woods on our property. Please message if this would be of interest to you while you are booking.*

    The Ledge House on Lowell’s Cove is a thoughtfully restored waterfront home designed for meaningful gatherings - whether that’s an extended family, two+ families traveling together, or a group seeking time and space to truly connect.

    Set directly above the water on Orr's Island, the house offers expansive views across the cove, direct access to the shoreline below, and a sense of calm that comes from being surrounded by water, trees, and a year-round coastal community. This is a home that feels welcoming rather than precious.

    Why Families Love The Ledge House

    Waterfront Setting
    - Elevated above Lowell’s Cove with open water views
    - Quiet, protected cove within a real, year-round coastal community
    - Private, on-property shore access approximately a 300 ft walk (5–7 minutes) from the house, beginning across an open, sloping lawn and continuing along a winding, lightly wooded trail that gradually descends through the landscape.
    Good to know:
    The path follows natural terrain and may include some steeper and uneven areas
    The shoreline is rocky and ledge-based, with seaweed and shells typical of Maine’s coastline
    A small patch of sand is visible at low tide; this is not a sandy beach
    Water shoes recommended for the rocky shore

    Fully Stocked Kitchen & Dining Room
    - Fully stocked, thoughtfully organized, well curated kitchen supplies
    - New refrigerator, stove/range, dishwasher, sink and faucet, butcher block countertops, small wine fridge
    - Custom Maine-made dining table seating 10 and buffet table made from historic sewing table
    - Dining room wrapped in windows with water views and warm wood paneling

    Comfort & Quality Bedrooms
    - Sealy Posturepedic mattresses in the two primary bedrooms
    - First-floor primary with attached (shared) bathroom
    - Second-floor primary with large picture window overlooking the water
    Note: The 3rd floor queen bedroom is accessed through a set of slim French doors and up a fairly steep, narrow staircase. The adjacent blue room with two twin beds is separated by a sliding barn door. Please note that while these two bedrooms' doors provide visual/privacy separation, they are not soundproof.
    - Collected furnishings and décor paired with all-new functional essentials
    Note: indoor fireplace in living room is for aesthetics only and not available for use by guests at this time.

    Modern Updates and Newly renovated bathrooms:
    - Full house renovations including all new: plumbing, electrical, lighting, refinished floors, appliances, windows, and water filtration system (drinking water provided separately)
    - Upstairs bathroom fully renovated with new tile, fixtures, console sink, toilet, lighting and window
    - Downstairs bathroom refreshed with new tile, fixtures, sink, toilet and lighting
    - 2 window AC units provided in bedrooms and 2 window units in common areas for warm summer days/nights (Note: some bedrooms have *brand new* egress casement windows that will not allow for window AC units.)
    - Note: No laundry on site at this time

    Thoughtfully Equipped for Families with Little Ones
    - Plenty of children's cups and plates
    - UPPAbaby single stroller (well loved)
    - 1 Guava Family Lotus travel crib + 1 Baby Bjorn Travel Crib
    - 1 SlumberPod sleep tent
    - 1 Hiccapop inflatable toddler travel bed
    - 1 ChappyWrap toddler blanket
    - 1 Backup (Freshly laundered) Kyte Baby sleep sacks
    - White noise machine
    - 3 Additional blackout curtains
    *All items are provided for convenience and use at your discretion. Please request items you would like to use.

    Outdoor Living
    - Water views from porch with 6 rocking chairs
    - Comfortable outdoor seating and firepit area
    - Outdoor custom picnic table for 10 (with oversized seats for comfort) and 2 arm chairs on either end
    - Outdoor gas grill
    - Easy access to shoreline exploration at low tide via new meandering pathway (More pictures to come soon)
    *See above section "Waterfront Setting" for more information
    - 2 Adirondack chairs on the water's edge
    - Lawn games available and pickleball racquets/balls for nearby courts

    Location & Local Culture
    - Located on Orr’s Island in Harpswell
    - Minutes to coffee and pastry shops
    - Close to iconic lobster shacks, including Cook’s Lobster (5–10 minutes)
    - Walking distance to the Island Candy Company (owned and operated by our extended family)
    - Access to kayak and boat rentals, island cruises, and Casco Bay water activities
    - Close to Harpswell Heritage trails with waterfront views
    - Easy day trips to Brunswick 20 minutes away (Bowdoin College, antique shops, dining) and surrounding coastal towns
    - This is a fully non-smoking, non-vaping property

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About the area

Orrs Island is home to this cottage. Land's End Gift Shop and Ash Cove Pottery are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Wolfe's Neck Farm and Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections are also worth visiting. Visit our Orrs Island travel guide
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Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse, rocky coastline, and a house by the sea during sunset.
    Casco Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • beach near Merritt House Road
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bailey Island Bridge
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cobwork Bridge
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • beach near Channel View Lane
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station
    27 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ledges Pub at Sebasco
    47 min drive
  • Anna's Water's Edge Restaurant
    49 min drive
  • Dolphin Marina & Restaurant
    30 min drive
  • Cook's Lobster & Ale House
    3 min drive
  • Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop
    30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 130-year-old Maine Cottage by the Sea, Private Waterfront, Firepit, Refreshed pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 130-year-old Maine Cottage by the Sea, Private Waterfront, Firepit, Refreshed?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 130-year-old Maine Cottage by the Sea, Private Waterfront, Firepit, Refreshed?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 130-year-old Maine Cottage by the Sea, Private Waterfront, Firepit, Refreshed located?

Situated in Orrs Island, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Casco Bay and Bailey Island Bridge. Cobwork Bridge and Mackerel Cove are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is lovely and the hosts are very thoughtful. I can’t recommend this cottage highly enough. We hosted our company leadership retreat here and the setting was perfect. That being said, this home would be an incredible family vacation place. 5/5
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group loved everything about this house, and we’re all still talking about it. First of all, it is set up wonderfully - really good bed linens and towels, an awesomely equipped kitchen, that wonderful coffee/tea area, the lovely toiletries in the baths (including bath crayons and rubber duckies for the littles), the little surprises left for us like some local chocolates, and gorgeous rhododendrons placed in a vase.Kristin was extremely easy and super pleasant to communicate with. The guest handbook is the best I’ve ever seen, listing places to eat and get provisions, and ideas for daily excursions. The real star of this rental is the view to the cove from the back porch. Day and night we enjoyed sitting on rockers, listing to the birds and the waves in the distance. We loved this part of mid-coast Maine - a little removed from the hustle and bustle of Boothbay Harbor, but still easy to drive there, as well as to Portland, Brunswick, and Bath. However, we were very happy enjoying the seafood restaurants, trails, and beach areas nearby. Thank you again for a wonderful stay. You’ve raised the bar for us on what to expect from a Maine coastal rental, and we would love to come back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay! The property was beautiful, comfortable, clean, and had everything we could have asked for AND MORE! But what truly made the experience exceptional was the host. They went above and beyond in every way to make sure we felt welcome and had everything we needed.Their communication, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail were outstanding. It’s clear they genuinely care about their guests and take pride in providing an incredible experience. We felt taken care of from start to finish and couldn’t have asked for a better host.We would happily stay here again and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a truly special stay. Thank you for going above and beyond and making our trip so memorable! (This was for my son’s wedding)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Orr’s island was absolutely wonderful! Our group of 7 women stayed at the house and it was perfectly suited for us. The cabin is laid out and decorated beautifully, not a single detail was overlooked! From the cute vintage decor to a fully stocked kitchen with every item we needed (including bottles of drinking water). We enjoyed morning coffee (also a fully stocked set up) down by the waters edge and evenings talking and laughing around the fire pit. Kristin went a step further and even had sweet notes and gifts for us when we arrived including cheese and chocolate. There were even postcards and stamps for us to send notes back home! All the furniture was incredibly comfortable too. I mean it when not a single detail was overlooked! Everyone in our group has stayed at many vacation rentals over the years and we all agreed that this is one of the best ones we’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026