South Bristol, Updated Christmas Cove Cottage

Room	Count	Capacity	Details
bedrooms	3	sleeps 5	1 King Bed 2 Single Beds 2 Single Beds
bathroom, 2 half bathrooms	1		Bathtub or shower · Toilet Toilet Toilet Outdoor shower

This South Bristol 19th c. Cape in picturesque Christmas Cove on Rutherford Island has new amenities yet retains its charm as a shipbuilder’s home.The home has been remodeled and updated with a large eat-in gourmet kitchen and tastefully decorated with local antiques and artwork. Honed black marble countertops, kitchen island with seating for 5, top brand appliances including KitchenAid and Thermador gas burners, Damariscotta Pottery tile work, and well-stocked kitchen make for a wonderful retreat. New England charm abounds in this well-appointed cottage with top-grade bedding, down pillows and comforters and new mattresses. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a covered front porch, fire pit, and large outdoor screened-in porch. The cottage is surrounded by gardens and lawn with woods on three sides.In addition to the full bathroom and two half bathrooms, there’s an outdoor shower with hot/cold water. High-speed internet access is available.Christmas Cove is well known as one of Maine’s prettiest harbors. The destination of many yachtsmen, the island is peaceful and serene. It’s easily accessible over a swing bridge from the working harbor village of South Bristol.The Coveside Bar & Restaurant is just down the street and serves lunch and dinner. They also have a lively and fun bar with live music on weekends during the summer months. Access to dingy docks and mooring rentals are available at the Coveside Marina. Not far is South Bristol, a historic working fishing village that offers limited additional dining and grocery shopping options.It is a smallish island with summer homes and year-round residents (maybe 100). In the summer months, there are many families with their children. While the area feels remote and peaceful, in many ways it has all the modern-day comforts.So. Bristol is an active fishing village with commercial lobster and fishing boats plus two small markets and delis.An enjoyable outing is a drive to Pemaquid Point and also the harbor (about 20 -30 minutes drive) for touring of the historic lighthouse and old fort, antique and art stores, and additional seaside restaurants. There’s a very nice sandy beach there, as well. It’s also close to where you can catch the ferry for a day on Monhegan Island, an absolute must if you have the time.The closest town is Damariscotta. It’s about 15-minute drive away with a couple grocery stores, bookstore, restaurants, antique shops, and art galleries and fun shopping. A great stop on the way is Walpole Barn for tasteful house gifts, oysters, and wine. They host fun wine tastings on the weekends.Keywords: Cottage

Attraction	Distance
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park	27 min drive
Boothbay Harbor Marina	47 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor	48 min drive
Barrett Park	50 min drive
Cabbage Island	52 min drive

Restaurant	Distance
Footbridge Brewery	47 min drive
Boothbay Lobster Wharf	49 min drive
East Boothbay General Store	50 min drive
Red Cup Coffee House	47 min drive
Mine Oyster	47 min drive

Transportation	Details
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)	40 min drive

Is South Bristol, Updated Christmas Cove Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at South Bristol, Updated Christmas Cove Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Bristol, Updated Christmas Cove Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Bristol, Updated Christmas Cove Cottage located?

Located in Christmas Cove, this cottage is 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Fort Point and within 12 miles (20 km) of La Verna Preserve and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Biscay Pond and Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site are also within 12 miles (20 km).

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedOn-site parties or group events are strictly prohibitedHost has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the propertyHost has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the propertySafety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlockWe should mentionA car is required for transport to and from this property

This cottage is located in Christmas Cove, a neighbourhood in South Bristol, and is in a rural area and by the sea. Boothbay Region Land Trust and Boothbay Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum. Maine State Aquarium and Boothbay Railway Village are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.