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Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1386 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views

  • Driftwood is one of those places - both in form and function - that feels distinctly Maine. Maybe it's the pristine waterfront location at the end of a winding, private road just a mile or two from Port Clyde. Or perhaps it's the way the house itself feels, thanks to an abundance of windows, clean lines, and a true sense of peace and quiet. Whatever it is, Driftwood is everything a stay in Maine should be.

    A full deck (new in 2024 with new deck furniture as well) is a great place to overlook the vast, saltwater St. George River makes this space as comfortable for two people as it is for six. The first floor is more or less an open-concept space, with a comfortable living room that flows easily into the dining area with seating for six. Access to the front deck is right here as well, where you'll find plenty of outdoor seating, a grill, and just about the nicest views you could ever want at any time of day. The galley-style kitchen includes a full-size gas stove and a dishwasher, and it's well-equipped for meal preparation.

    The primary bedroom is also on this floor, tucked away at the back of the house in a sunny, spacious spot. Upstairs, find two more bedrooms, both of which are bright and sunny with beds close to the windows, so you can hear the water lap on the shore as you fall asleep.

    The shore is easily accessible by a well-worn path - the owners of Driftwood report this area is just right for kayaking and paddleboarding. The villages of Port Clyde and Tenants Harbor are both within a few minutes' drive, with Sandy Drift Inn Beach minutes away as well.

    Things to Know
    Check-in time: 4:00 PM
    Check-out time: 10:00 AM
    All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor Policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
    No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
    Fires are not permitted at this property without explicit permission.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,386 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Port Clyde, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Birch Point Beach State Park and Owls Head State Park, while General Henry Knox Museum and Owls Head Transportation Museum are cultural highlights. Maine State Prison Store and Sail Power and Steam Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Port Clyde travel guide
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St. George, ME

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier leading to a lighthouse at sunset.
    Marshall Point Lighthouse
    14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • A white lighthouse with a black top, surrounded by greenery and overlooking the ocean.
    Rockland Harbor Park
    37 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Tenants Harbor Marina
    16 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    37 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course
    42 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jameson Point Lobster Company
    51 min drive
  • Wallaces Market
    50 min drive
  • The Causeway Restaurant
    29 min drive
  • squid ink coffee
    9 min drive
  • Port Clyde General Store
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Clyde vacation home is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Marshall Point Lighthouse and 6.2 mi (10.1 km) from Tenants Harbor Marina. General Henry Knox Museum and Maine State Prison Store are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Dog-friendly, waterfront home on St. George River with shore access, great views Reviews

8.8

Excellent

7.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great retreat

We loved the "end of the road" solitude and the tranquil view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Maine Getaway

We loved the location. It was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The home was beautiful, comfortable and lovely. Gorgeous views, well maintained home and we would love to return. Our only issues were that the deadbolt was jammed, and we couldn't enter the home via the front door - we had to use the door on the deck. We also encourage the owners to add better directions - the home is not well marked and the routing via GPS does not take you all the way to the address.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Breathtaking views from dilapidated, dirty house.

Private location and views of water, sunset, eagles, osprey, seals.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

The house is well situated at the end of a long drive through the woods. It's got a great deck, great view and everything one could need in the kitchen. The fireplace is a nice bonus. It's a compact footprint which worked well for 4 adults. Port Clyde and Thomaston are both great towns nearby. My only request would be for more towels to be left out for guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot, lovely home

We booked a last minute weekend looking for a peaceful waterfront home and this fit the bill! The location is fairly remote and you can only see one neighbor through the trees. The information booklet was very thorough with both how-to’s and suggestions. Got water worked fine, no issues with kitchen, heating, etc. a wonder gray!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Very nice BUT . . .

Nice home in a beautiful location, but . . . Do the owners know how the property managers are caring for it? This is a nice home with a lovely view of the bay. It was nicely decorated with lots of amenities like books about the area, a record player, binoculars, kitchen supplies (Actually so many that it was hard to find things in haphazard drawers and pantry.) . . . But the house was only surface clean. If you looked in the corners or along the baseboards there was dirt, mildew, cobwebs and dead insects. One upstairs bedroom smelled of mildew and moth balls. We had to crack the windows all the time and buy a deodorizer. There were layers of dust and cobwebs on windows, the mantle, lights, picture frames, . . . Do the owners (or management service) know this is how the cleaning service is doing their job? When we arrived there was water in front of the washing machine. Boards had rotted on the deck. One was replaced while we were there with a short board that was a tripping hazard. Another was left with nails protruding out as another hazard. When we did call the management service, they acted like they cared, but never really took care of our requests. We honestly believe that the owners are proud of their home and should be. The problem is that they are either not there or do not see how it is being managed and cared for. This review is for the owners because they have a lovely spot, but a home that is gradually falling into disrepair due to lack of care.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Above Expectations

The views are amazing and the accommodations were comfortable. Is we come back to this area, we would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous View

Charming, comfortable home with awesome water views in a quiet location. Thoroughly enjoyed our quick stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Away from hustle and bustle.

Very nice place just to kick back and relax away from hustle and bustle. Watching lobster boats working out front of house was nice as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely waterfront views

We had a great time during our time at Tenants Harbor. The house has amazing water views and plenty of space for a lovely stay. The house is very dog friendly with a basket of toys and water bowls on the back deck (also a nice big yard). Also very conveniently located to Marshall Point Lighthouse which is a must visit!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Quiet Place

Great house, well equipped and amazing view! Our stay was in Nov so it was very quiet and nearby restaurants were closed for the season. This suited us fine as we brought all our food and made some great meals to share with our adult kids
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Wonderful Time Was Had By All

The home was as pictured, clean and well appointed. We saw harbor porpoises, eagles, loons, a seal and lots of lobster boats from the deck. It is the last house on a private drive, so it is incredibly quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home's best feature is the private back porch where you can view the most spectacular sunsets. The kitchen is also very well-stocked with just about every cooking and baking item you will need. The bedrooms were comfortable although one of twin beds need replacing. The water table was low so we had to space out our showers especially if we were doing a load of laundry.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Magical Setting, Great House

This place is a gem. Right on the water, secluded, and has everything you need. I love to cook and the kitchen had everything we needed! Cozy, clean, plenty of room and you can tell the owners live their place and the community, great suggestions for where to eat and what to do. The only negative was that we couldn’t get our rented kayak in the water - couldn’t find a dock/put in and the rockers were slippery/a lot of seaweed. Super minor problem though - this place was AMAZING
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice cottage on the St. George River

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed the house and riverfront, it was quiet and peaceful, we enjoyed swimming and using our kayaks from the shore and walking the loop road and trail. It is very convenient to Tenants Harbor and Port Clyde. We had a great time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Cottage (even in the rain)!

We had terrible weather all week, but even when we were stuck inside the cottage kept us entertained. There's a record player and decent vinyl collection, books of local interest, and games. Even toys for the dog! The long dirt road is great for morning runs/walks (bring bug spray, lots of mosquitos in the woods). The deck overlooks the water, and is a great place for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine (surprisingly no mosquitos on the deck!). Port Clyde is very close with good coffee, ice cream, general store and really good waterfront seafood restaurant.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

House needs attention

Beautiful view and quiet area. No safe water access, very rocky. There is even a note not to use the kayaks due to the dangerous shoreline and liability.The house was not clean, dog hair, dust, bugs, rotting wood, and mold pervasive throughout. The property manager offered assistance, but experts are needed to eliminate the mold and repair. Had to wash the curtains in the bath because of mold… shower curtain was put on with plastic on outside, so more mold… I rarely give poor ratings but feel people should be aware of this unhealthy environment.
Next to bed, ugh
Dog hair
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

peaceful, serene, beautiful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Driftwood is a lovely spot for those seeking quiet, selection and incredible views. The deck is absolutely perfect - for watching boats sail by, picking up lobster traps, and birds of every kind fly in front of you. We loved the fact the tide made little difference, having stayed in places that turned into mud flats twice a day. Not here. The home is lovely - simple, clean and comfortable. Kitchen comes with every tool you will ever need, but there is also a grill for those that don't want to cook inside. Highly recommend Driftwood and Summermaine.