Unbeatable view! Peaceful spot.

Full week rentals only in July and August, Saturday - Saturday. Our spacious but cozy family cottage is located on a quiet, dead-end shorefront road, just a few yards from the water with an uninterrupted view of Josiah's Cove and then across the sparkling sea "all the way to Portugal." It retains the charm of its 100-year history even though we've lovingly restored and equipped it with up-to-date appliances, numerous sky-lights, new mattresses and wireless internet service. The space The top floor includes the master bedroom with water views, queen bed, adjoining full bath with clawfoot tub, and an adjoining children's bedroom with two twin beds. The main level includes two double bedrooms with a half-bath between, along with the kitchen, dining room and living room. A brick fireplace defines the cathedral-ceilinged living room. But most guests prefer sitting on the front porch to watch the sun rising at dawn, the lobster boats pulling their traps in the early morning, the sail boats passing all day long and the lights of the giant tankers twinkling in the distance at night. For insurance and safety reasons guests are not allowed to use the fireplace. Guests may use the barbecues outside, but must provide their own fuel, propane or charcoal, both readily available on the island. There is a wonderful outdoor shower at the back of the house. Peaks Island is a safe and quiet family paradise offering beaches, tennis courts, kayaking, fishing (including from the rocks in front of the cottage) and great walking and bike-riding. Bikes and kayaks are available for rent. And it's all just a 20-minute car ferry ride from the shopping, excellent restaurants, movies and first-class art museum of Portland. Guest access The whole house will be yours. Other things to note The cottage is on an island in Casco Bay. There is regular car ferry service from Portland, Maine. You will want to come over with your car. It is about a 20-minute, scenic ride. For details search Casco Bay LInes online.