Penobscot, Maine · Blue Hill Peninsula
Farmhouse on the Cove
A thoughtfully restored 1880s farmhouse with 270 feet of private shorefront on a quiet tidal cove of Penobscot Bay — and the kind of sunsets people drive hours to find.
The Home
Old New England bones, every modern comfort.
Set at the quiet edge of the tidal Bagaduce River, where the cove fills and empties twice a day, this 1880s farmhouse has been carefully carried into the present without losing a single creak of its character. Wide wood-plank floors, exposed hand-hewn beams, and a warm country kitchen keep the original 19th-century charm — while free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, two full baths, central laundry, and air conditioning quietly handle the rest.
Inside, three bedrooms sleep up to seven across a king, a queen, and twin beds, with room to spread out between two beam-ceilinged sitting rooms, a sun-filled breakfast porch, and a dining room built for long, unhurried meals. Sea-glass blues, weathered wood, and a scattering of nautical finds keep it all feeling unmistakably coastal Maine.
Outside, 270 feet of west-facing shoreline is yours alone — a private deck for morning coffee, a stone firepit for evening s'mores, a gas grill for cookouts, and a hammock strung beneath the trees. A wooded path winds down to the water, where the sunsets do the rest.
At a Glance
Room to gather, space to breathe.
- Free WiFi throughout
- Full country kitchen
- Washer & dryer
- Flat-screen TV & cable
- Gas grill for cookouts
- Stone firepit
- Private waterfront deck
- Hammock under the trees
- 270 ft tidal shorefront
- Free private parking
- Air conditioning
- Coffee & full essentials
- No pets · Smoke-free home · Guests must be 25 or older to book · Self check-in via Vacasa
Sleeping Arrangements
Three bedrooms · up to seven guests
The Gallery
A look around the farmhouse & its cove.
The Setting
Off the beaten path — and close to everything.
Penobscot sits on the Blue Hill Peninsula, a quiet finger of midcoast Maine where the tide sets the pace. Walk to the village country store for the essentials, then point the car toward whichever version of Maine you're in the mood for.
- Blue HillGalleries, the bay, and fresh-baked everything8 miles SE
- CastineHistoric harbor town & the maritime academy10 miles SW
- Deer Isle & StoningtonThe lobstering capital of Maine20 miles S
- Bar Harbor & AcadiaCadillac Mountain, the Ocean Path & the park40 miles E
Local Guide
Make the most of the peninsula
Our owner's guide to Penobscot, Blue Hill, Castine, Stonington & Acadia — where to eat, hike, paddle, and where the day trips are worth the drive.
Open the local guide
The Tidal Cove
A shoreline that keeps its own schedule.
The water here moves with the tide. At high tide the cove fills toward the lawn and mirrors the western sky; at low tide it draws back into channels, flats, and tide pools you can walk out and explore. This is a quiet, working Maine shoreline — not a sandy resort beach — and it's all the better for it.
It's made for sunsets, paddling the calm inlet, watching the herons work the flats, and slow coffee on the deck. Bring boots if you like to poke around at low water, and a kayak if you have one. West-facing the whole way, the cove turns gold on every clear evening.
Guest Love
Genuine old New England character, paired with every up-to-date comfort.
Spacious, spotless, and walk-in ready — with a beautiful, well-stocked kitchen.
We loved the sunsets and the hammock. The whole spot is peaceful and scenic.
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Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is the farmhouse?
It's in the village of Penobscot, Maine, on the Blue Hill Peninsula — with 270 feet of private, west-facing frontage on the tidal Bagaduce River, an inlet of greater Penobscot Bay. Vacasa shares the exact street address once your booking is confirmed.
How many guests does it sleep?
Up to seven, across three bedrooms — a king with an extra twin, a queen room, and a room with two twins — plus two full bathrooms and two sitting rooms to spread out in.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 10:00 AM. It's a self check-in — Vacasa sends arrival details and a local contact ahead of your stay.
Are pets allowed?
No — the home is pet-free and smoke-free, and the primary renter must be 25 years or older to book.
Is there parking on site?
Yes. There's free private driveway parking right beside the house, plus a detached barn-garage on the property.
What's the shorefront and water like?
It's a classic Maine tidal shoreline. At high tide the cove fills in; at low tide it draws back to flats and tide pools. It's wonderful for kayaking, sunset-watching, and slow mornings — pack boots if you'd like to explore the flats.
Reserve Your Stay
The cove is waiting.
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