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' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove

Enjoy a vacation on one of Maine's quintessential islands with breathtaking views of John's Bay from the widows deck in this topsy turvy Victorian cottage. Bedrooms are on the second floor, kitchen, living room and dining on the third floor. The rocky water frontage is down a windy path with Adirondack chairs to sit and enjoy the fabulous sunsets. The town dock is available just down the street. Sail or boat out of Christmas Cove (mooring available or Sail Boat with Captain). The bustling village of Damarriscotta with fabulous shopping and dining is only 13 miles away, the famous Pemaquid Lighthouse and beach are only 15 miles away, or Booth Bay Harbor by car is only 30 miles away and by boat 5 miles away.

This property may be combined with our 6 bedroom Sugarloaf Mountain House #132399. Trent Jones Golf Course, mountain biking, hiking, rivers, pool and lakes. see the best of Maine!!!

Property manager

Jill Harrison

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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
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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
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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South Bristol, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 28 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 48 min drive - 51.3 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 49 min drive - 51.4 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 49 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Cabbage Island - 52 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Coveside Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬48 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove located?

Located in Christmas Cove, this cottage is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Fort Point and within 12 mi (20 km) of La Verna Preserve and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Biscay Pond is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

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' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Great location and amenities available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kari W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Jill!
We enjoyed the house and the quaint town of South Bristol.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elliott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Jill's place
Very unique property. All our group loved Jill's place. A little confusing as where to park and dispose of trash. Perhaps a visiting midwesterner is a dumb dumb to coastal Maine instructions. We all would stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B., Jackson, WY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Long Weekend Get Away
A group of dear friends and I had an amazing weekend in Christmas Cove thanks to Jill and her rental house. The house was perfect for all of us and located in quaint and lovely part of Maine. The house is better in person, with great lighting, hardwood floors, and a large kitchen and living room. Jill, was a great host and gave us plenty of local insights. She was very responsive to our questions. Thanks so much for providing a wonderful weekend getaway for my friends and me!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet escape in Bristol Maine
Jill is great with communication. The place is perfect partially obstructed water view but great from the top loft. Quiet area away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to get to Boothbay and Pemaquid. Damariscotta is 15 minutes away. We would certainly recommend and return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and area
The house felt extremely comfortable and charming. Great mattresses and the house is solidly built - not creaky for an older home and sound doesn’t travel from upstairs / next door. The only downside is the tricky stairs with a young child or elderly person to get to the third floor living room / kitchen. It’s a very special neighborhood - two minute drive to a charming beach cove and two minute drive to a great waterside restaurant, Coveside. The host was extremely thoughtful and communicative. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute!!
House was well appointed and owner was very responsive and helpful. The location was great for our family as we were visiting with others in Christmas Cove. Love the three levels of living space. Lots of stairs, but that did not bother us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming vacation on a charming island
We stayed at ' The Castle House' of Rutherfords Island, Christmas Cove, for a short break. The property is very nice and well equipped. Jill (our host) is very accommodating and helpful. Her recommendations (for restaurants, activities, and places to see) were spot on. She also took us out on a pleasant and relaxing sale, around the cove. We recommend this property, and host, wholeheartedy!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short stay
Home was as advertised and perfect for our group. Host was accommodating and responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Maine Experience
This is a lovely, comfortable house situated in the Christmas Cove community. Jill couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. She gave my grandson a large stuffed bee which he slept with the whole time we were there. You can walk to Osiers for food and lobsters and down to the beach. The views are lovely. It was a great experience and we will certainly go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in Christmas Cove
My husband and I had a great time in this unique property. Well appointed kitchen and lovely living space. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT
The house was perfect, the location was perfect, and Jill and Bill were perfectly easy to deal with. I cannot recommend this more highly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019