This is an exceptional place.. It is a perfect location for enjoying kayaking, paddle boarding and just endless hours on the private beach. We love to cook and the kitchen is well equipped which was so appreciated. The views from the deck are amazing.I can't say enough good things about this cottage and will be back next year.Also.. our host was so helpful in every way and always got back to us with any questions we had about the cottage.
This was our second trip to Doreen fabulous cottage! The location on the little dead end road is perfect ! And the way the cottage is situated on the water can't be beat ! Whether you sit on the porch or living room - the view is fantastic and always changing. Cottage is clean and neat as well as very comfortable in every way.This is our go to place in Maine !! THANK YOU !!
This was my second time staying at this house and it was just as wonderful this summer as it was last summer! Itâs the perfect cottage directly on the water and owlâs head, which is convenient too Rockland and Camden as well as Acadia and Bar Harbor. The cottage contains everything you could possibly need in the kitchen as well as a comfortable double bed downstairs and upstairs with the view of the water. Doreen is so easy to work with and. I hope I will be able to spend some more time at her cottage next summer!
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here again this year.... everything about the cottage and location are extraordinary! Doreen is a wonderful host. We hope to return again.
This is our 2nd year at this cottage just magical! Close to Rockland and camden and so many wonderful hiking trails.We even saw a Bald Eagle on a tree above the house such a treat.Booked again for next year!
This is an absolutely fabulous place to stay. Neat -clean the views are magnificent. The hostess Doreen so easy to communicate with. Kayaking is fabulous -surrounding things to do are fantastic! One of the nicest VRBOâs weâve ever stayed in!!! weâve already booked for next year. 5 stars all the way!!
Loved the cottage and most of all, the location. It felt like we had our own private cove. Perhaps the owners could include info on renting kayaks in the listing. It could have been included and I didnât see it.
We had a wonderful week at Mils cottage. Despite some rain and fog, the birds were spectacular and we had a great time. This was my second visit and it was even better than my first...
The Mills Cottage is in a location where we could just sit and enjoy the view if thatâs what we wanted. We did but also traveled the area. The house was perfect. Very Clean and comfortable with obvious consideration for guests. We loved the decorations and personal family photos that shows history of love for the area. Weâll be back !!
The pictures do not reflect the feeling that this place offers you.
Close to everything yet a private and peaceful setting.The cottage is thoughtfully equipped .A perfect place to unwind and recharged.
We have already booked for next year.Doreen was an amazing host with quick responses .
This girls trip was fantastic! Mills cottage is in a central location for everything we wanted to visit. The view out into the bay was awesome, each mornings sunrise was breath taking.
One thing to keep in mind if you plan to visit Maine is that they do not have plastic or paper bags at stores without a fee, so bring in you own!
Thank you Doreen for offering up such a wonderful and beautiful place.
Loved our stay just as much as last year. Very peaceful and private property right on the water. Great to launch kayaks from the back yard down some stairs to the beach. This year we chose hiking in Acadia 2 1/2 hours away. If you want to recharge and just relax, the only sound heard from the house and deck is the water lapping and birds. So quiet you can hear the wings of geese taking off from the water from a distance. Both the upstairs and downstairs are cozy, charming, neat and very clean. Great if you want your own space upstairs. The deck furniture is awesome. The beds and all furniture are comfortable. The living room wall is all windows so you can take in the lovely view. The cottage is incredibly and thoughtfully supplied. The gas fireplace works great and pretty with the 'flames'. There's a little space heater for a quick warm up if needed on the upstairs level. Fans in the supply closet, leashes for fido...pretty much anything to make for a comfortable and an easy stay. There are a zillion books if you're staying in. Too many good things to list. Doreen is a very responsive host should you need anything or have a question. Great area near Rockland and Camden. My one tidbit is that a 2nd set of keys would be convenient. I stayed upstairs and made sure I kept the set with me so that I could access the first floor's outside door in the morning
A very quiet location early October-nature and views. Not too many folks around in surrounding cottages, just here and there. Fantastic! Doreen responded to our texts. The cottage was spotless. My 4th VRBO and the cleanest. Nice and bright. Comfy furniture throughout including deck. loved the gas heater downstairs. Also small one upstairs if needed. Very well equipped. Even the outlets were in easily accessible places. Many practical things throughout cottage. Nice ocean views from everywhere but front bedroom (small and adorable). The upstairs was ideal. We didn't have pets but saw doggie supplies. My first time kayaking (bucket list) but the local kayak fella was closed for the season. So grateful that Mitch from Midcoast Kayak supplied us for the week with kayaks/vests/whistles including delivery from Damariscotta! Gave us tips and demos and had us demo back for safety. Very appreciative. There are 2 sets of stairs to little sandy beach areas when tide is out. Very manageable for 2 people to bring kayaks down the steps and set out from the cottage into
Very nice place to stay and hope to return. Thank you
Doreen's Cottage was BEYOND BEAUTIFUL!
So lucky to have found this THANKS for sharing! Watching the tides and ejoying the water was a great break from reality!
THANKS for a WONDERFUL week! Would love to return someday!
Our second time staying and everything was certainly as good as the first!
Great relaxing ocean views and atmosphere.
Great central mid-coast location made day trips to both Bar Harbor and Boothbay Harbor very easy and enjoyable!
My wife and I absolutely loved our weeklong stay at this wonderful cottage! It's even better than described.... the cottage is very cozy and the views are incredible. Great location for exploring the area. Can't say enough good things about it and our stay here - everything was perfect! Hope to return again. Thanks!
We thoroughly enjoyed this quaint little cabin. The location was perfect. Close to town, and easy to get to the main highway for day trips, yet peaceful with a beautiful view right off the deck. The shoreline out front has a nice sandy beach, as well a rocky shoreline which made searching for sea glass quite fun.
Doreen, the property owner was attentive and quick to respond to questions. We felt very welcomed.
Our only drawback was the absence of internet service in the area....but not a deal breaker. It was kind of nice to be "off the grid" and enjoying nature for awhile.
If you are looking for a quiet spot with a beautiful view.....this is it.
Our husband and I loved our week-long stay at the cottage. The place was adorable, the beds comfortable and the kitchen had pretty much everything we needed. Doreen was an excellent host and communication was easy.
The view was incredible and the neighborhood quiet and so relaxing! We spent our days exploring the low tide and our evenings on the comfy deck. We rented kayaks for the week from Duck Trap Kayaks and Dan was great!
We couldn't ask for a better anniversary week!!
This is our second time at Mills cottage and enjoyed the property and location very much. The stairs to the beach are just steps from the back deck. The beach area is like a private little sandy oasis. You step onto soft sand and as you walk to the waters edge at low tide you are welcomed by a mix of sand, small and large beach stones and sea glass that shows itself with each changing tide all surrounded by giant boulders that beckon to kids to be scaled. To the left and right of the property you can walk along the shore which has endless little areas to explore. We saw crabs, hermit crabs, small fish and snails. It is a wonderful place to launch your kayak, swim at high tide or sit in a beach chair with your feet in the warm sand with a good book. Many days we just stayed put and enjoyed the beach, changing tides, corner couch on the deck or Adirondack chairs. There was always a place outside that was comfortable. This trip was less stressful as the kids are older (9&12) vs a few years ago. I was on edge watching them jump around the boulders like little mountain goats. Something to keep in mind if you have little ones. The cottage was clean and had a nice set up for the 4 of us. The outside entrance was only an issue when the kids and I were upstairs during a heavy rain and thunderstorm and couldnât easily go downstairs without getting drenched and trying to time the lightning. If they were a little older Iâd feel ok with both of them upstairs but didnât want my youngest coming down the stairs at night if he needed something. The cottage is minutes from Rockland, Owls Head lighthouse, Birch point beach and close to Camden, Mt. Battie, Tenants Harbor and many great restaurants. Weâve been coming to the area for 20 years and absolutely love it. Thank you to the Mills family for sharing this special place!
We spent one week at Mill's cottage and wished we could have spent the entire summer there. It was that great. The cottage is decorated with a nautical theme and could not be more cozy. The cottage was extremely clean and prepared for guests. Doreen, the host, had prepared an information book covering local restaurants, stores and the history of the cottage and the surrounding area. Doreen is a very thoughtful host who has gone the extra yard to ensure that guests enjoy their stay in the cottage. The view of the water from the deck cannot be beat. We totally recommend this property.