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New for 2009! High-speed Wireless Internet--reaches right to the water! Big, new recliner, too!
Your first hint that life might be slower on Southport Island is if the swing-bridge is open as you make your way to our cottage. Yachts, fishing boats, sailing ships and pleasure craft keep the bridge tenders pretty busy in the summer months and give visitors an opportunity for a true taste of Maine. But it's just a short wait for the bridge to close and then a few minutes drive to Cozy Harbor on Southport Island, one of the most charming and unspoiled harbors along the Maine Coast.
The turn-of-the century cottage sits at the head of Cozy Harbor providing a panoramic view in a private setting. Through the picture window, young sailors and seasoned fishermen meander past. Lobster boats chug by the property on the rising tide. Great blue herons, osprey and the occasional bald eagle all visit the harbor.
There is a small kitchen and bathroom on the first floor along with a larger dining/living room that overlooks the harbor. There are two small bedrooms on the second floor, each with a full bed and bureau. The front bedroom looks out over Cozy Harbor with the open Atlantic in view.
And the gently sloping lawn is perfect for morning coffee or an afternoon's stroll to the water's edge.
You might want to explore a little too...
Back out to Beach Road and up the hill to the right, it's a five minute walk to the Southport General Store, Post Office, school playground, and the Southport Museum (home to one of the three pairs of Ruby Slippers from the Wizard of Oz. Margaret Hamilton, the Wicked Witch, was a frequent visitor of the island).
Out to the left, it's a two-minute walk to the Boothbay Harbor Land Trust Nature Walk and the Hendricks Head Beach with its famous lighthouse in view. Pass the beach, take a right up the hill, and it's a picturesque 1¼ mile "loop" walk that will bring you back to the cottage.
All of this is just a short drive from Boothbay Harbor with its multitude of summer activities, boat trips, shopping, and restaurants. Visit the Boothbay Harbor Chamber of Commerce for a complete listing of activities and day trips.
We’re kayak friendly too! The cottage is perfect for launching kayaks and pulling them onto the lawn when you’re finished. You can kayak safely within the harbor or venture out to the local islands if you’re more adventurous. Bring your own kayaks or if you’ve never given it a try, Tidal Transit in Boothbay Harbor rents and gives instructions in kayaking. They’ll even deliver the kayaks to the cottage if you rent them for a few days. Check them out here.
Below is an article written about the cottage by Kent St. John, Senior Writer for the travel website, www.gonomad.com. He's stayed at the cottage several times. (Click on each page for high-resolution image.)
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For availability, please visit the calendar for the cottage at www.vrbo.com (property #33857) or at www.cyberrentals.com (property #111632).
I'll make every effort to ensure that you have a wonderful Maine visit. Don't hesitate to call or e-mail with any questions...
View of Cozy Harbor from front of cottage.