River's Edge Cottage, Camden Maine on the Megunticook River in Camden

River's Edge is a stylish, up-to-date Maine cabin with a floating dock for swimming & fishing. The river is crystal clear & clean. The neighborhood is quiet & full of nature. Half the property is woods with 500 feet of riverfront. There is a feeling of seclusion, yet other houses are nearby with friendly neighbors. You will find great views of the water & mountains & enjoy elegant & functional
antiques in fine condition.

River's Edge was built in 1970 as a family summer place, situated on land that was once a pasture serving the farm house which still stands across the street. Sheep grazed here, an apple orchard bloomed & a small barn stood near the road. When the cottage was built, the old barn's original wide pine siding was used inside the living room. The cottage is comfortable & relaxing. Now white-
washed, the antique barn board brightens the central living area. High ceilings throughout make it light & airy. River’s Edge is owned & maintained by an artist & her energetic handy man.

Well-behaved PETS are welcome.

River's Edge is a retreat for the artist, writer & poet in you--a cozy vacation home on the Megunticook River with views of lovely Mount Battie. To your left, up river, is a dam that forms Lake Megunticook. About two miles down river is another dam, the Seabright, which creates this most peaceful section of river for your enjoyment. You will find it perfect for swimming, floating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing or sunning on its banks. It is a rare quiet spot without the motor boats, water skiing or jet skis you may like to enjoy on the Lake, which are accessible just around the corner.

River's Edge is a place to be close to nature.

Summer in Camden, Maine:
The wildflowers have a timing & cycle all their own. Lupine are followed by Day Lilies, Queen Anne's Lace, then Daisies in many varieties, Black-eyed Susans, Goldenrod & many more which you can have fun identifying. There are a couple of wildflower references at the house; enjoy & use them on your walks. The wildflowers attract droves of butterflies & hummingbirds. You will see Swallowtail & Monarch as well as others more exotic & rare. Keep an eye out of the Monarch's cocoon - it is hanging under a rock & has edges of gold.

The float in the river is a favorite haven of Dragonflies & Damselflies, both long-time residents of our planet, serving as pollinators & mosquito eaters. They are your friends & will not sting or hurt you. They will come & sit on your toe or finger & let you have a good look at their beautiful iridescent colors & patterns. This is a special treat & the only way to see what they really look like. There is no known way to preserve the colors of a Dragonfly specimen.

Sometimes you can glimpse a Beaver family playing along the banks & in the water in the late afternoon. Last summer, they had two babies with them. The cunning raccoons usually prowl around at night looking for food. The skunk looks deceptively friendly, cute & fluffy as she prances across the yard from one section of woods to the other. Also at night you may spy the red fox that lives
around the lake & river. What a sight!

You cannot miss the porcupines. They live in the untamed parts of the property, between the house & the dam. They compete with you for the wild blackberries which are abundant just outside the kitchen door & beyond. So do get out there & pick when they are ripe & enjoy some for yourselves. The sounds
you hear at night in the early summer are a chorus of Loons & Bull Frogs.

Endearing Autumn at River's Edge:
As summer draws to a close you will begin seeing Canadian Geese & hear their honking as they make their way to their winter homes. You will also see Loons, Cormorants, Osprey, Blue Heron, Egrets, Crows, Hummingbirds, Hawks & Turkey Vultures.  Pay attention to the sky & spot an Eagle soaring alone. In September, listen for the Owl in the evenings & occasionally a Woodpecker at dawn.  October brings changing colors every day all around. Cool crisp air is mild enough to invite you to sit outside on the porch & enjoy the abundant nature as it prepares for winter.  By November, the leaves are falling & the best of fall in New England sets in.

Spring, Summer, or Fall, River's Edge is a wonderful spot to vacation & unwind, or to work in absolute peace. Artists, writers, composers, musicians, poets & photographers have been inspired by entering this world of river & woods during their visits. Please come, bring your family & friends & make yourselves at home.  Enjoy & use the house, property & river. Explore Camden, Rockport & the surrounding areas.  It will surely be a vacation you will remember. This time & for seasons to come.

The home is well equipped for the comfort of up to four adults. You will find two bedrooms, one with a queen-size bed, the other with a twin set. The bathroom has a tub, shower, plenty of hot water & fluffy towels. The kitchen is nice & roomy & all set with everything you need for cooking up a storm, including a large, vintage, restored refrigerator, new (2007) gas range & oven & new
(2006) microwave. You'll also find a coffee bean grinder & electric coffee maker, toaster oven, juicer, full size cuisinart. There is a large gas grill just outside, easy to reach. You can dine inside or out.

Enjoy our personal non-fiction, fiction & reference library with collections on a range of historical & contemporary subjects. There is a large color TV, with all the digital cable channels & DVD player, AM/FM tuner & jack for your iPod. There are several shops in Camden which rent current & classic DVDs. The roomy, sectional sofa was added in 2006 and is all ready & comfortable for afternoon napping. Or, you could nod off on a lounge chair down on the floating dock. Jig Saw & Suduko puzzles, Scrabble, playing cards, Wiffle ball & bat, golf putter, golf balls & indoor practice cup, a pair of yoga mats (with local class schedules) & full deck of massage flash cards provide additional diversions for your relaxation & pleasure.

River's Edge Cottage is located on the Megunticook River in the charming, seaside village of Camden, Maine. Classic schooners sail from town on day and overnight trips. Camden & nearby Rockport & Rockland offer a wealth of art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, first run & art house movie theatres. Close neighbor Rockport is home to the well-known Bay Chamber Concerts where you can enjoy world class live classical performances several times each week. In Rockport you will also find the Maine Photographic Workshops, Avena Botanicals & The Center for Furniture Craftsmanship offering classes, presentations & exhibits. The Farnsworth Museum in nearby Rockland features an impressive collection of original Wyeth paintings. Crafts fairs, art shows, yard sales, auctions, festivals & special events happen all summer long. There's a major Antique Fair a short drive away in Union in
August. In September, the Common Ground Fair is a prestigious showcase for Maine's organic farmers & growers. Local day spas offer a range of pampering treatments including facials, manicures, pedicures, and many styles of massage & body work.

2010 Rates
Renting by the week (Saturday - Saturday)
...........from April 24 - May 29................... $ 1250/wk
...........from May 29 - September 4................ $ 1800/wk
...........from September 4 - October 30............ $ 1450/wk