Weekly Summer Rentals in DownEast, Maine Maine Vacation Rentals are plentiful along the dramatic coastline so how do you choose the right one for you? It’s easy! Just let the experienced staff at Vacation Cottages help you find the perfect spot with our wide selection of privately owned vacation rentals along the Mid Coast and Down East areas of Maine. Tell us your wants & desires so we can find the right one for you! Stay a min of 3 nights up to 12 weeks. The longer you stay the more of a discount we can offer you so bring your family and friends for an exciting vacation in Maine ..read more

Do you own and manage a rental property? Maybe you’re thinking about making an investment into a rental property? Whatever the case may be, there’s plenty of reasons you could benefit from utilizing Maine property management. Managing a rental property can be overwhelming to say the least. Whether it’s a weekly vacation rental or year round rental property, there’s plenty of work to be done that will take up your valuable time. This is where we come in! Let us handle all the hassles of renting your property while you enjoy your precious time doing more important things. What do we do y ..read more

Likely when you think about Maine, the first thing that comes to mind is lobster. While we are famous for that tasty crustacean, there’s another delectable treat Maine is well known for….wild blueberries! Native to Maine and covering 40,000 acres of the state, “low bush” or wild blueberries are Maine’s state fruit. Not only are they smaller, sweeter and more delicious than cultivated or “high bush” blueberries, they also contain double the amount of antioxidants and fiber. Maine produces a whopping 99% of the wild blueberries in the US. If you happen to be visiting at the right time, t ..read more

Just because the days are growing shorter and the temperatures are getting cooler, that doesn’t mean the fun is all over here in Maine. Yes, summer is behind us, but there are plenty of fun fall activities to enjoy throughout the area. If you need a place to stay while you embark to find some fun, many of our rentals are equipped with heat and provide a comfortable home base. Homewood Farm Corn Maze Every year there is a new design for the annual corn maze at Homewood Farm in Blue Hill. Located at 118 Ackley Farm Road, this family run farm allows visitors to make their way through ..read more

A Labor Day weekend tradition dating back to the late 1800s, this “down to earth” country fair draws in crowds of locals and visitors from afar. Running Thursday, August 29 to Monday, September 2, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The Blue Hill Fair features daily specials and events. Thursday, August 29 is Dollar Day! Admission is only $1.00 and all mechanical rides are $1.00. Friday, August 30 honor senior citizens. Seniors aged 62 and up pay just $3.00 for admission. Saturday, August 31 features special guests Hotel California, an Eagles tribute band. Sunday, September 1 is the ..read more

Likely when you think about Maine, the first thing that comes to mind is lobster. While we are famous for that tasty crustacean, there’s another delectable treat Maine is well known for….wild blueberries! Native to Maine and covering 40,000 acres of the state, “low bush” or wild blueberries are Maine’s state fruit. Not only are they smaller, sweeter and more delicious than cultivated or “high bush” blueberries, they also contain double the amount of antioxidants and fiber. Maine produces a whopping 99% of the wild blueberries in the US. If you happen to be visiting at the right time, t ..read more

Wondering what to do and where to go while on your vacation in Blue Hill? Blue Hill Mountain Looking to get out doors during your stay? Blue Hill Mountain is a 934ft “monadnock” or isolated mountain. It features seven different hiking trails of varying experience levels and lengths that can be access by parking off the Mountain Road or down the Turkey Farm Road. A hike to the top of Blue Hill Mountain will showcase views of Blue Hill Bay, the town of Blue Hill and even points beyond. Blue Hill Heritage Trust who oversees the up keep of the mountain trails ask that visitors only hike on ..read more

Sitting off in the shadow of Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island is the lessor known, but just as awe inspiring Schoodic Peninsula. Located approximately 45 miles from Bar Harbor and 30 miles from the “Gateway to Down East” city of Ellsworth, take US Coastal Route 1 and you will find the entrance to Schoodic off Route 186 “Big Moose Road” in Winter Harbor. Here you can enjoy breathtaking views and less crowds. This mainland portion of Acadia National Park covers approximately 2,366 acres and composed of a 6 mile one way loop road with scenic turn outs where you can views boats, li ..read more

As the summer arrives, so does the busy traffic that heads on and off of Mount Desert Island. Here are a few ways of how to get to and from Bar Harbor. Instead of navigating through busy traffic or paying for public parking with limited time, catch a ride with one of these companies and be dropped off and picked up at your convenience. Island Explorer The Island Explorer is a bus system that has been used since 1999 that acts a shuttle service to different locations along Mount Desert Island. Here on their web page Island Explorer, you will be able to find more information ab ..read more

Often times you want to plan your vacation but wonder where to stay in Maine with your dogs? Many hotels are too small or some don’t accommodate animals at all. We have just the place for you and your family to stay. You won’t have to leave the dog at a kennel. Make your reservation for Round House in Brooklin, Maine and don’t forget to bring your furry friend along with you. Round house is the perfect location where you can enjoy some R&R with the whole family. For your pets safety and security: There are two fenced in areas around the property. This provides the safety a ..read more