Name: Colonial Gables Oceanfront Village
Address: 7 Eagle Avenue, Belfast, Maine, United States of America, Belfast, Maine, US
Price range: $157–$326 per night
Rating: 9.37

What guests think

At Colonial Gables Oceanfront Village, guests consistently praise the oceanfront setting, friendly service, and clean, comfortable cottages and rooms, with many enjoying private decks, beach access, and peaceful views ideal for relaxing getaways and convenient Midcoast Maine exploring.

Location is praised for proximity to Belfast and as a practical base for Acadia day trips, though some note traffic noise from Route 1. Common downsides include occasional uneven cottage floors, small or dated bathrooms, sporadic mattress comfort issues, and minor maintenance or odor complaints. Expect a simple, scenic, pet-friendly stay focused on views, beach time, and low-key comfort.

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Facilities

Private beach, beachfront fire pit with wood, and playground/games are highlighted, and many enjoy decks and porches. A few note the rocky shoreline and bugs that can limit evening use.

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Janice

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Charming cottage with updated amenities. Property has a private beach, games, firepit, volleyball and more. Great family place

10

Lawrence

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

oceanfront firepit

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Dian

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a nice motel on a hill overlooking the water. Cabins are available. Great time wss being had by the kids on the beach and in the playground. Quiet area.

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Eugene

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful view. Loved the back deck to relax on Plenty to do on the grounds

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Lynne

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

Perfect place to stay in midcoast Maine. Private beach, dog friendly, beautiful grounds. This was my second stay here but it won’t be my last!

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Joseph

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to their private beach. Had a kitchen that we enjoyed. Very quiet. Belfast is a nice area. Scenic but not the tourist trap other towns were. Harbor walk and Young’s Lobster pond were memorable.

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Janis

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful location! We loved the campfire on the beach.

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Alan

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful property. Walked the shore daily. Nice firepit. Small but clean cottages.

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Catherine

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property has amazing views of Belfast Bay and you can walk right down to the beach and enjoy at your leisure. And, every cottage has a deck, allowing you to enjoy the sun and views and just relax. Kitchenettes are nicely appointed for in-cottage dining but you’re also just a short drive into town if you want to enjoy dining out. Lovely spot!

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Myra

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was an amazing property with it's own beach! A real find, a gem! Would go back everytime we come to Maine. We loved it

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Cleanliness

Rooms and cottages are frequently described as very clean or spotless, and the grounds well kept. There are occasional reports of musty or deodorizer odors, cobwebs, or stray hairs.

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Dawn

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and everyone was super nice and helpful

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Samantha

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great view of the water, comfortable, and nice staff. Also appreciated the numerous towels and free coffee in room. Room was clean except for around the ceiling which could have been cleaned better as there were quite a few cobwebs and spiders.

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Jennifer

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean and comfortable. Breathtaking views! Super value! Close to Belfast, a lovely town.

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Angela

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The place had a very strong deodorizing smell as if they were covering up another smell. The place was older but looked like it had been recently renovated and was clean. The bed was too soft for our backs. The bathroom was nice but too small (as was the room) with no vanity. The view of the water was lovely and there was a big veranda out back and there were nice grounds outside. The management were friendly. The road going past at the front was busy. We missed not having a breakfast served at the price charged.

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Cristine

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Adorable property, room was very clean, bathroom seamed almost new and was very clean. Nice view form the room of the water and it had a big patio off the room.

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Jeanine

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The shower was not that good. The place was nice and clean.

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Brian

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

FOUND 2 HAIRS IN BED. I AM BALD SO.......

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kathy

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and helpful, we were greeted with hot cider and fresh cookies on a chilly night. Room was cleanest we've stayed in for quite some time! We took walk by the water and enjoyed our view from the patio.

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Patricia

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The woman at the front desk was excellent. Friendly, customer focused. Biggest issue is the the motel part of the property needs to be freshened up. The room needed to be aired out a bit better because the musty smell that you get with properties by the sea. Bed very comfortable. Plenty of towels, soaps, etc.

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Chris

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful very clean and amazing staff...!!!! Would recommend this place and would definitely stay again if in area... AMAZING....!!!!

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Rooms

Cottages and rooms are cozy, many updated, with kitchenettes and private decks offering ocean views. Some guests mention traffic noise in motel units, uneven floors, small bathrooms, limited hot water or pressure, and mixed mattress or pillow comfort.

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Kim

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a really cute place with fantastic service. They had those extra little touches in the room, such as towel swans with mints on the beds. We stayed in the motel part, which had a private deck with a view of Penobscot Bay. They provide tons of extra towels and there is a coffee maker with a mini pot rather than single serve. The only thing is that if you sit on the deck, you cannot see the water through the deck railing. Maybe have some kind of raised area for the chairs? That kept us from enjoying our deck. Other than that, we were very pleased.

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Stephen

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really liked the setup of Room 62. Everything was very clean, the bed was nice, and the views from the back deck of the beach was very nice. When we checked in and out we were treated very nicely. We will definitely return. Next time, we would like to be in one of the tiny cottages along the water.

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Markus

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The cottage floor gave an impression that was crooked. A bit more place for letting the luggage, would had been appreciated.

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Mark

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our cottage was cute and quiet. Beautiful view. Everything for room and kitchen provided. Updated and freshly decorated.Our cottage may have been older as the floor was very unlevel and the bed sloped one direction and the bathroom another. It was not really an issue and we had a wonderful time.

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Jenny

Sep 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The view was incredible from Colonial Gables.The cabin was clean. The King sized mattress in cabin 47 was bowed on both sides with a huge hump in the middle. Felt like it was 10 yrs old. Told front desk person who said it probably needed to be flipped. But it really needed to be thrown out! Also, the shower stall so small you can hardly bend over to get shampoo on floor. We won't be back.

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vicki

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cottage was clean. Location was great water view was nice. The only negative was very limited on mugs glasses and silverware. I don’t know if people take them but they were only two spoons one knife and 1 mug 1 wine glass and a couple of glasses. So bring everything you think you might need including coffee other than that everything was nice. The bed was comfy. Pillows were good and the cottage was clean.

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Donna

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The king rooms are very close to busy main road so a lot of traffic noise. Cannot sit on back deck after dark due to mosquitos ; wonder if there could be something to prevent so many. The room was clean and well stocked although the mattress was not very comfortable appears due to age. Quick drive to harbor with many restaurants and shops. Altogether a good central location.

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Yuqing

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ocean view is good although it is little far. The room is smaller than expected

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HILLARY

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cabin was perfect, aside from the hot water situation. There was never enough hot water to take more than a 10 min shower.

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Clint

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful stay. Great views. Lovely space. Pillows were too big and fluffy for me. Sleep wasn't great, not sure if it was my family or the bed itself. Would definitely give it another try.

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with quick check-in and thoughtful touches like cookies and hot cider. They respond promptly to requests and share local tips.

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Barbara

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Second visit and there will be a 3rd! Dora and the team were WONDERFUL! Thank you for your hospitality!

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Margaret

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

From the the fresh cookies and cider, and the welcoming lobby cat, to the super clean, quiet, and cozy cabin with a nice view of the ocean, our stay could not have been better. The lovely lady at the front desk gave us a great dinner recommendation for a casual meal, and was ready to answer any and all questions. I'm just sad that we weren't there more than one night. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a simple stay with a view of the ocean.

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Robert

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Was the best night/stay of our trip. Staff was amazing, Room spotless, View fantastic. Well worth the price we paid.

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susan

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Colonial Gables is wonderful, the room was exceptionally clean and comfortable with a nice deck and a lovely view of the ocean. It’s a large property with several cottages as well and plenty of space for outdoor activities. The lobby is very welcoming and the staff pleasant and helpful. I will definitely recommend to family & friends and we’re already looking at a return visit. Thank you Colonial Gables for a great stay.

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Debra

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We can’t wait to stay again! Cookies and hot cider when we arrived. Colonial Gables is a hidden gem. We stayed in the cutest little cabin right on the bay with a million dollar view. The cabin was clean and bright. The whole property is very well maintained. The staff is super pleasant and helpful. The only complaint is we only booked one night.

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Shaun

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The views, the staff, and the overall experience was wonderful! We had to leave early due to an emergency at home and they were wonderful, accommodating and overall just great people! We will for sure be back! Very highly recommend!!

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CAROL

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were in Room 61 of the motel. Parked right at door. As seniors, we found this very convenient to get all the luggage into the room in just a few steps. Room was not huge but plenty roomy. Check in was quick and John was very friendly and offered excellent suggestions for dinner in Belfast. Perfect place for an overnight stay between Portland PWM and Bar Harbor. Arrived at 7 pm after 2 hour drive from airport. Excellent stay all around. We highly recommend.

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Denise

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff were very helpful and friendly, room was clean and comfortable. The area was beautiful, conveniently located, it was perfect for our trip to the Lobster Festival, met all our needs.

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kathy

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and helpful, we were greeted with hot cider and fresh cookies on a chilly night. Room was cleanest we've stayed in for quite some time! We took walk by the water and enjoyed our view from the patio.

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Nadia

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent. Very nice and efficient staff (reception and cleaning staff).

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Location

Scenic oceanfront on Penobscot Bay near Belfast; convenient for Midcoast exploring and day trips to Acadia. Several mention Route 1 traffic noise affecting some motel rooms or porches.

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Charlene

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is a seaside gem. It is a combination of hotel and cottages, all very well maintained and only steps from the beach. Our only regret was that we didn't book a longer stay .. we'll definitely be back!

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Robbyn

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location near Belfast

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Daniel

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location Very clean Peaceful

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Patrick

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great views and location.

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Heather

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable and convenient spot along the Maine Coast with easy access to Belfast for dining, shopping, and other needs. Also a great stop or base camp for exploring Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.

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Laura

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved the gardens around the property which were well tended and beautiful with so much in bloom. Access to the shoreline for strolls on the rocky beach was nice. The location was very convenient right on U.S Route 1 and about halfway up the Maine coastline, making day trips in both directions possible (for example, a day trip to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor was easy). The town of Belfast also had good options for shopping, food and sightseeing.

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Donna

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The king rooms are very close to busy main road so a lot of traffic noise. Cannot sit on back deck after dark due to mosquitos ; wonder if there could be something to prevent so many. The room was clean and well stocked although the mattress was not very comfortable appears due to age. Quick drive to harbor with many restaurants and shops. Altogether a good central location.

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Patricia

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Easy to get to and centrally located to many areas. Clean and beautiful view.

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Andrea

Oct 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location with close proximity to downtown Belfast.

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Stacey

Sep 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Close to Belfast and the view is tremendous.

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Margaret

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

From the the fresh cookies and cider, and the welcoming lobby cat, to the super clean, quiet, and cozy cabin with a nice view of the ocean, our stay could not have been better. The lovely lady at the front desk gave us a great dinner recommendation for a casual meal, and was ready to answer any and all questions. I'm just sad that we weren't there more than one night. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a simple stay with a view of the ocean.

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Trina

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean but dated like most of the hotels in a coastal town... The staff was very nice. My husband liked the coastal old fashioned decor, not so much for my taste, but the price was good for our budget. They did have a beautiful flower garden that was great for photos. It was east to find right off the main highway. We had breakfast at Bell the Cat, which the hotel recommended and it was excellent. Young's lobster pound is down the street and the lobster is excellent there. It also had a beach that was rocky but some families were in the water. We would probably stay there again in one of the little cottages.

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Angela

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The place had a very strong deodorizing smell as if they were covering up another smell. The place was older but looked like it had been recently renovated and was clean. The bed was too soft for our backs. The bathroom was nice but too small (as was the room) with no vanity. The view of the water was lovely and there was a big veranda out back and there were nice grounds outside. The management were friendly. The road going past at the front was busy. We missed not having a breakfast served at the price charged.

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CAROL

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were in Room 61 of the motel. Parked right at door. As seniors, we found this very convenient to get all the luggage into the room in just a few steps. Room was not huge but plenty roomy. Check in was quick and John was very friendly and offered excellent suggestions for dinner in Belfast. Perfect place for an overnight stay between Portland PWM and Bar Harbor. Arrived at 7 pm after 2 hour drive from airport. Excellent stay all around. We highly recommend.

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Eliacin

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Such a great place! The location by the water is beautiful, and cottage/cabin #31 was comfortable and well-equipped for a family getaway. The staff was welcoming and friendly. The town of Belfast is just a few minutes away, offering plenty of charming shops and restaurants. We will definitely be back.

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William

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Old cottages but well maintained. Excellent decks and porches. Very limited nearby breakfast options

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Shari

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a lovely gem on the coast with a quiet water view. Staying here and spending the day at Acadia National Park is totally doable. We appreciated the hot cider and cookies in the evenings. The room was clean. There is some highway noise but the A/C fan covered most of it. The pillows on the king bed were way too overstuffed for my liking but that is a personal preference. Overall, great place and highly recommend.

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kathy

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and helpful, we were greeted with hot cider and fresh cookies on a chilly night. Room was cleanest we've stayed in for quite some time! We took walk by the water and enjoyed our view from the patio.

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Lorraine

Jul 23, 2023

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Loved the cute cottage very clean , all we needed for our stay in kitchenette. staff friendly and helpful. We were not familiar with the area so that was a little disappointing, very few dining choices. It was a bit far from Bar Harbor but we managed. The beach area was ok typical Maine beach. Would stay again. Suggestion? Perhaps offer a dog walking option? For a fee? So people can explore area without their pet. Great place !

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Ron

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing views and the owners were great! We made a fire in the beach at night We will be back. Went to Young’s Lobster Pound for dinner 5 mins away. Amazing

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Month	Average price
January	$175
February	$179
March	$179
April	$180
May	$132
June	$149
July	$189
August	$204
September	$170
October	$166
November	$187
December	$180

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
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20 $159	21 $157	22 $157	23 $159	24 $175	25 $326	26 $288
27 $160	28 $160	29 $164	30 $162

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $160	2 $281	3 $280
4 $165	5 $190	6 $184	7 $164	8 $167	9 $279	10
11 $207	12 $162	13 $162	14 $163	15 $160	16 $230	17 $183
18 $160	19 $160	20 $162	21 $162	22 $157	23 $164	24 $162
25 $160	26 $181	27 $191	28 $176	29 $184	30 $176	31 $176

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