Cove's End - On the water; DSL in Deer Isle/Little Deer Isle

Completed in 2005, this private home is located on quiet, scenic Long Cove, on the water.  The property has 350 feet of shore line. A small stream runs down one side of the property and empties into a pretty inlet to the right of the house.

The 1400 sq. ft. house is built on an open plan. Downstairs holds a large family room/kitchen/dining area, and a separate combined master bedroom/bathroom/laundry suite that opens on to a deck.

The bedrooms, kitchen and living areas look out on tidal Long Cove in the direction of the sunrise that, from the queen size bed in the master bedroom, can be absolutely breathtaking. Upstairs holds a very large, open bedroom with two single and one double bed.

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The floors are hardwood and tile throughout with knotty pine trim. The kitchen is clean and complete and includes all kitchenware and appliances:  refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender.

The master bedroom has a queen size bed. Upstairs are two single beds and one double bed. All have linens, pillows, blankets and towels.

A washer and dryer are available on the first floor.

The bathroom, with a shower, is off the master bedroom.

Electronic amenities include a TV with a DVD/VCR player and satellite TV service, radio/CD player, local phone service and high-speed internet access via DSL with wireless connectivity.

Outside, a propane grill is present as is a picnic table and a 12 foot dingy with oars.

A screened porch provides a relaxing bug-free outdoor environment for the evenings.

Long cove is an attractive area for kayaking, clamming, fishing and small boating. Clams can be dug at low tide if one purchases a $2.00 clamming license at the Town Hall.

The town of Deer Isle is about one mile from the house. The largest town on the island is Stonington, about a ten minute drive. Stonington is a center of commerce for the island, serving as a source of Deer Isle granite and lots of seafood. In both Deer Isle and Stonington, fresh seafood and family-style restaurants can be found as well as bicycle and kayak rentals and a host of local businesses.  Two grocery stores are about ten minutes away by car. Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is on the island. Writers, photographers and musicians often share their talents at public events. There are twenty art and craft galleries that present work produced by some of the most accomplished artists in the country. More than a dozen antique, gift and book shops are on the island.

Acadia National Park is about a 50 minute drive from the property. The nearest hospital is in the town of Blue Hill about twenty minutes away. There is also it's
namesake, Blue Hill, which lends itself to a good hiking challenge. Cruises are available that take visitors around the islands as well as to Vinalhaven, North Haven and Isle au Haut.

May 21 - July 1 -- $800
July 1 - July 29 -- $950
July 29 - Sept. 1 -- $1,200
Sept. 1 - Sept 30 -- $900
Sept 30 - Oct 28 -- $800
Additional costs: 7% Maine State Lodging Tax, a $70 cleaning fee
and a $300 refundable security deposit.