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Oceanfront Maine Retreat: Private Beach & Fire Pit

Apartment in Hancock, ME

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
5.0 · 2 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Unrivaled waterfront views and fireside evenings on the private deck.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Proximity to Acadia attractions and serene coastal towns.

Value & Savings

Value & Savings

Guests save an average of 21% when booking this stay vs. Airbnb and Vrbo.

Property details

NEW!! Above the Bay Beach Retreat is a charming second floor getaway offering amazing waterfront views and a true taste of coastal Maine. You can watch the lobster boats come into the bay to fish in front of the house, enjoy the ever changing tides and take in stunning sunrises and sunsets from the comfort of your stay. Grill your steaks with an incredible view, and finish your day with a fire in the firepit and smores under the gorgeous Maine skies. Beach day? No problem, enjoy our private beach or rent kayaks locally to get out on the water! Pets: Not allowed. Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children. Reason: Stairs NEW!! Above the Bay Beach Retreat is a charming second floor getaway offering amazing waterfront views and a true taste of coastal Maine. You can watch the lobster boats come into the bay to fish in front of the house, enjoy the ever changing tides and take in stunning sunrises and sunsets from the comfort of your stay. Grill your steaks with an incredible view, and finish your day with a fire in the firepit and smores under the gorgeous Maine skies. Beach day? No problem, enjoy our private beach or rent kayaks locally to get out on the water! Above the Bay Beach Retreat is a 2 bedroom vacation rental with 1 full bathroom on the second floor. This waterfront property is perfect for couples or a family who is looking for a peaceful coastal space yet close to hiking, shopping, restaurants and grocery stores. Bedrooms: #1 Queens sized bed in a spacious bedroom #2 Bunk beds with a full on the bottom, and twin on the top The bathroom is a full sized spaious bathroom with lots of natural light. There is a tub/shower and plenty of storage. The kitchen and living room are open concept with all of the comforts of home and breathtaking views from every angle. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to cook at home. There is a flat screen TV, wifi, and board games for those evenings together making Maine memories. Your outdoor space features a gas grill, outdoor deck chairs, and some camp chairs for around the oceanside fire pit. Breathe in the ocean air and fragrant flowers on your way to the beach. There are stairs to our waterfront beach, with plenty of room to seaglass hunt and watch the birds and bald eagles soar. You will see deer, turkey, and maybe a seal or two! Pets or any animals are not allowed at this property. Ellsworth with Hannafords, Shaws, Walmart, shopping and restaurants is 5 miles away Hancock town center with restaurants, gas, small grocery stores is 1/2 mile away. Schoodic Point (part of Acadia National Park) is 10 miles away Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor are 20 miles away Winter Harbor with a ferry to Bar Harbor is 10 miles away

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 Single Bed

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

  • Balcony

    Balcony

  • Patio

    Patio

  • Golf course

    Golf course

  • Waterfront

    Waterfront

Guest reviews

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Stephanie

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August 2026

Beautiful, private place to stay with the most amazing view. There was some splits in the screen in the smaller bedroom so was leary of keeping the window open at night, which got hot. Otherwise, it was delightful and I would definitely stay again.

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Alex

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August 2026

Amazing stay! Beautiful views and everything was exactly as advertised. Highly recommend!

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

No smoking

No parties

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