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"Debsconeag" on Basin Cove
Cottage w/ 2 Bedrooms - 1 Bathrooms - Sleeps 2-6

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Vacation Rental Description

"Debsconeag" on Basin Cove
Relax & Enjoy....Kayaking, swimming, birding, fishing, stargazing....

Our comfortable 2 bedroom cottage is called Debsconeag, which is 
Abenaki for pond at the waterway. Conveniently located only 12 miles 
from downtown Brunswick,  it is a world away on Harpswell Neck's 
Basin Cove. The cove, a natural calm tidal "hurricane hole", is known 
for its peace and tranquility in all weather.  Truly a place off the 
beaten path, for an affordable, quiet and relaxing vacation.  

Relax on the large deck or LL Bean hammock under the shade of 100 
year old maple trees.  Go kayaking using our 2 kayaks. Take a 
refreshing swim at high tide or at low watch the eagles and great 
blue herons. Play frisbee with the kids on the large lawn

A summer day at Debsconeag....

Awaken from a wonderful & quiet sleep on new pillow top 
mattresses.  Listen to the birds while you make coffee in the 
completely equipped kitchen.  Head out for an early morning paddle in 
the kayaks.   Take a picnic lunch and hike/birdwatch on one of 
Harpswell's many ocean front land trust properties.  Maybe take an 
afternoon swim.  For dinner cook your fresh caught lobsters from the 
fisherman's co-op a mile down the road adding corn from the nearby 
vegetable and gourmet market. 
Don't feel like cooking...head down to the Dolphin Chowder House or 
up to Brunswick.  When evening comes watch the gorgeous sunsets over 
the cove from the window lined living room, or relax with cable tv 
and DVR or cosy up with a book!   Tomorrow do it all again!

Vacation Rental Amenities

Harpswell is only 3 hours from Boston, 45 min from 
Portland, 20 min from Freeport, 30 min from Boothbay 

Cottage is located directly across the lane from Basin Cove and a 
small tidal beach.

2 bedrooms: each with new queen beds (cottage can sleep 6-7, with the 
queen sleeper in living room and folding cot for an extra child) 
Linens are NOT provided. Available at an additional charge.

1 bathroom/with separate shower 

Large eat-in kitchen, complete with  microwave, coffeemaker, waffle 
maker, large fridge, elec stove, all good quality dishes and cooking 
utensils including an epecially large lobster pot.

The spacious living room and dining area are lined with windows and 
overlook the cove. Includes: queen sleep sofa with new mattress,  
extra couch, chairs, tv and books.

Extra large lawn and deck, complete with umbrella, table, chairs, gas 
grill, hammock. Picnic table. clothes line

Two Kayaks with all equipment.
Portable telescope
Guide books and maps
Off street parking
Fans for cooling and installed gas heat if chilly
clothesline, iron & board, vacuum

Renter to provide their own bed linens, bath & beach towels, kitchen 
towels etc

Absolutely no smoking of any kind is allowed inside Debsconeag!!

TO NOTE: This is an older cottage (1940's)with lots of charm but also 
a few quirks. You need to walk through one bedroom into the other.  
Also, while Harpswell is so close to civilization, it remains very, 
very rural and quiet. There are no large grocery or chain-type stores 
in town (only some small convenience and specialty shops.) We highly 
recommend stocking up for your stay in nearby Brunswick. 

Activities and Attractions

"Debsconeag" is a perfect getaway cottage for you and some friends or 
for you and the kids.  The cottage is very comfortably furnished and 
suitable for children. You'll love the large lawn, deck and very 
calm cove salt water with its tidal pebble beach. If you feel like 
exploring there are lots of bigger sandy beaches nearby such as 
Popham State Beach.

The neighborhood is at the end of a small unpaved lane on the cove so 
there is virtually no traffic or noise. There is a mix of summer and 
year round folks... some retired, some with kids, some with 
pets...and everyone is friendly.

For an active vacation the kayaks are ideal...you can shoot the 
famous reversing falls right at the end of the cove! The quiet lanes 
are perfect for jogging or cycling. Harpswell has many beautiful land 
trust properties for day hikes.

If you are a boater, feel free to bring your boat. Plenty of room for 
your boat & trailer. There are many well maintained free public 
launches within a few miles, or you can rent a mooring or slip down 
the road at the Dolphin Marina. A boat is wonderful for exploring the 
many islans of Casco Bay.

For cultural activities, Brunswick (only 12 miles) is the home of 
Bowdoin College and its summer music and theater festivals as well as 
a number of museums, wonderful art galleries, craft shops, 
restaurants and brew pubs.

For serious shoppers...Freeport, LLBean and the outlets are only 20 
min away

Lobsters!! Our cottage is only about a mile from the local 
lobstermen's co-op. You can pick out the big guys and buy direct from 
the boats at wholesale prices. So low you can have some everyday!

Lastly...enjoy stargazing with our portable telescope. You are far 
from the city lights and the stars are amazing!

Vacation Rental Rates

“Debsconeag” on Basin Cove.....an affordable answer to your family's 
summer vacation.
2008 rates
May:                  $700/week
June:                 $750/week
July & August:   $950/week
September:       $900/week
Rates include all utilities, Direct TV/dvr.  If staying more than a 
week please inquire about discounts or mid-stay cleaning service. 
Linens can be provided for an extra fee. Well-behaved pets will be 
considered.

No smoking inside cottage! 

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