Ferry Keeper’s Cabin, Barn & Loft: Deer Isle

The Ferrykeeper’s Barn & Loft is a 2 level haven, surrounded by water, meadows & the famous Eggemoggin Reach. Perfect for families & a pup, the barn offers a chess table, lobster buoy swing, trails, campfires... The space is designed with handcrafted counters, hammered sinks & oceanic tile. Stroll to the beach. Hike paths across the road. Our property borders Scott’s Landing - a treasure trove of birds, sand dollars, porpoises, seals & a family of foxes. The space The mini kitchen, full bath, & private landing await your arrival. Should you need to work while you’re here (I’m not encouraging this!) the loft contains a small office nook. Then, join us for a campfire under the stars. S'more baskets offered. The Ferrykeeper’s Barn Loft is a designer’s dream - bathed in light, bird song, & surrounded by water on 3 sides. This open floor plan will cheerfully accommodate couples & families. The barn is set back to provide guests privacy. It’s surrounded by conservation land with numerous trails that lead to the ocean. The mini-kitchen contains a 2 coil counter-top range, a counter-top broiler oven, a microwave, coffee-maker, mini-Weber, campfire ring (think Dutch oven cooking - you may borrow one of mine) & access to a gas grill. For those with children, please mind the staircase & the deck railing. I’m happy to find solutions, together. But, please take note & take care. For some historical perspective, this place was once owned by Papa Scott who was the Ferry Keeper for Deer Isle, before the days when the island was reachable by bridge. The Scott family built their farm house on this spot in 1784. About Us: I’m a realtor, designer, artist, event producer, business coach, kayaker & wilderness guide. My 15 year old daughter welcomes mates of all ages. Our creatures (“Snowball” our house rabbit, “Zuri” the cat, “Caspian” the horse & Johnny Cash (my favorite chicken) love Maine & wish to share our home with you. We hope you’ll fall in love with this place as much as we have. Other things to note If you’re visiting with your furry friend, we offer PET CAMP! The cost is $25 for 2 hrs. I’ll gladly take care of your pup, in the event you want to boat, hike trails that aren’t pet friendly, or just want to have a nice meal. It gets hot here in the summer & cold in the winter. Animals should not be left in unattended vehicles. Animals are not allowed unattended in the Ferry Keeper’s Barn, unless crated. I absolutely understand the tug of wanting to experience this region via land & sea - AND - have your pet with you on your trip. I’m happy to help with a little advanced notice. We love dogs around here & want to make sure that everyone is happy, healthy, & in alignment in terms of keeping this place beautiful. ***While here, please clean up after your dog so that we may all happily coexist*** ****$50 fee per pet Guest access Our guests are welcome to enjoy the fire pit or chiminea, & outdoor spaces. Please, check in with me regarding fire pit/chiminea use. Please, note that there is another guest space in the cottage & while we orient everyone to their special piece of property, there may be overlap. Also, please honor our 10 PM - 8 AM quiet zone so that everyone can relish the peace & serenity around them. Other things to note Please note, that this a lovely neighborhood & we wish to respect our neighbor’s privacy & preserve their sense of peace. Please, observe quiet hours between 10 PM & 9 AM. If you’re visiting with your furry friend, we offer pet sitting. The cost is $25 for 2 hrs. (Pets should not be left unattended). If you have a special request, feel free to ask. We love dogs around here & want to make sure that everyone is happy, healthy, & co-existing beautifully (: ****$50 fee per pet (reservation fee) For those seeking accommodations for a larger group, we also offer the Ferrykeeper’s Barn & Loft.