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Harbor views + stylish interior + boat lounge

Harbor views + stylish interior + boat lounge

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Lounge on "Skoal" our recently renovated 35 ft scallop boat and "speakeasy."
Bridge View's 2 decks overlook Western Bay and the fishing village of Beals
Our cottage sits atop a small hill with views of the bay and Beals Island bridge
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Read Bridge View's design backstory in Maine Magazine.

Overview of Harbor views + stylish interior + boat lounge

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Beals, ME
  • Popular LocationRogue Bluffs Beach36 min drive
  • Popular LocationJasper Beach45 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoque Bluffs State Park46 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest bedroom

Guest bedroom 2

Master bedroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Harbor views + stylish interior + boat lounge

Situated in the heart of a small lobster fishing village, Bridge View is a stylish, 3 bedroom cottage with a renovated scallop boat lounge. Built in the 1890s, Bridge View was recently renovated and decorated to reflect the nostalgia and aesthetic of midcentury Maine.

While Bridge View is the perfect place to just unwind and watch the lobster boats go by, it's also ideal for experiencing Downeast culture. Each morning, go for a short stroll around the fishing village. Breath in the salty sea air and photograph the sea captains hauling in their catch. Buy fresh lobster or shellfish straight from the pier. If you’re looking for more energetic pursuits, kayak Western Bay's countless coves or hike Great Wass Island, a renowned nature reserve connected to Beals by bridge. You can also take the lobster and shellfish hatcheries tour at the Downeast Institute or sample New England’s #1 rated lobster roll at Bayview take-out just down the street. ("Best Lobster Roll in Maine/Massachusetts" - USA today). Coastal boat tours are also available including puffin, seal, whale and lighthouse tours.

Bridge View and Beals are truly unique. The town of Beals is blissfully free of the tourist hordes that crowd most Maine towns in the summer and is the perfect base for visiting other popular Downeast destinations. Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are just a little over an hour away. Drive the opposite direction up Route 1 to the historic coastal towns of Eastport, Lubec, and Campobello State Park, FDR’s beautiful summer home. The towns of Machias (host to famous Helen’s restaurant) and Cutler (home of Captain Andy Peterson’s popular Puffin Tour) are both just 30+ minutes away. But wherever you go, you’ll never be far from Maine’s dramatic, rocky coast or boulder-strewn blueberry barrens.

Property manager

Richard Rose
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Open downstairs
Perfect Oceanfront 4 Bdrm ADA Accessible with Beautiful Views
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (86 reviews)
Perfect Oceanfront 4 Bdrm ADA Accessible with Beautiful Views

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
House rules will be supplied upon after booking.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Beals

Located in Beals, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Roque Bluffs State Park and Catherine Hill Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rogue Bluffs Beach and Ray Point. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
Map
Beals, ME

What's nearby

  • Rogue Bluffs Beach - 36 min drive
  • Jasper Beach - 45 min drive
  • Roque Bluffs State Park - 46 min drive
  • Village Green - 112 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jonesport Pizza Shop - 3 min drive
  • Bayview Takeout - 8 min walk
  • Atlantic Shellfish - 6 min drive
  • Hopkins Point Lobster - 5 min drive
  • Smith's Lobster - 4 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A treasure all its own!
First - the host could not have been more helpful, and created a great resource library for everything Maine! Second - the house was just fun, although the stairs were a little daunting for aging knees. Third - inside the house was a fun treasure hunt. We so enjoyed staying there. Comfortable, cozy. Beds great, shower very good. Little touches - fabulous. Fourth - Beal's Island was such a great retreat from the busy world we live in. Down to earth folks, hard working, pride in their life. Enjoyed it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian T., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Downeast retreat
We loved our late summer getaway to Beals. The house is well-stocked and chic, with quirky mid-mo details (and gorgeous harbor views) everywhere you look. Rich is an exceptionally attentive host, providing various itineraries depending on your interests (hiking, beaching, etc.) as well as securing several discounts and perks (free bottle of wine!) with local vendors. Visitors should be prepared to drive to most local attractions; Beals is definitely a more remote location. And larger parties should note that there is not a dishwasher. Neither of these bothered us, because quiet and peaceful was what we were after, and we're apartment dwellers used to handwashing dishes...but it might be an issue for others. Check-in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House, wonderful host
Rich and Julie are the ultimate “virtual” hosts, they have well crafted guidebooks for Downeast Maine that were invaluable. The house is excellent including the record player and the vibe the house creates. From Beals and beyond the region is well worth a visit and we hope to be back to the region/house in the not too distant future!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend on Beal's Island
A place to getaway and enjoy Downeast Maine Easy to find, clean with everything you need when you're away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Experience
We loved everything about our stay here. The house is fantastic, and a mid century paradise for those of us who love that style. The house was very comfortable, and very clean. It rained our whole week, so we didn't have a chance to use the outside spaces, but they appeared to be very nice. There was a herd of deer that foraged and played in the brush immediately surrounding the house all week, which was fun to sit and watch. In particular, there was a piebald deer, which I had never seen before. Super cool. We loved the hiking in the area. Many, many amazing hikes within a 30ish minute radius. Rich provided a ton of resources for helping us to enjoy our stay, and was very helpful and communicative. I highly recommend staying here. Thank you Rich and Julie for sharing your adorable home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard Rose

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Rich and Julie live in Pawtucket, RI. Rich is a graphic designer who teaches at RISD and Julie is an architectural lighting designer. They live in the city but love to retreat to Bridgeview because of the area's intrinsic beauty and the home's proximity to all things Downeast.

Why they chose this property

There are few places left in Maine like the fishing village of Beals. While most of Maine's coastal towns leading up to Bar Harbor have seen gentrification and, to some degree, homogenization, Beals and Jonesport remain authentic examples of how Maine used to be. Lonely Planet, the trusted travel guide, refers to the area as "the real Downeast."


What makes this property unique

Besides the beauty of the bay, we love the home's proximity to stunning hiking trails, the availability of fresh seafood straight from the docks, the lazy pace of life in the village, and Beals proximity to the rest of Downeast Maine (Bar Harbor, Eastport, Campobello, etc.)


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