Your Windows To The Ocean, Lobstering Village, And Private Floating Dock!

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bremen, ME

Penobscot Marine Museum
6 min drive
La Verna Preserve
10 min drive
Biscay Pond
14 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
64 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bask in the natural marine beauty and wildlife of Muscongus Bay on the deck of the fourth generation family home, lovingly named Briarnook. Built in the waning days of schooners, Briarnook was completely remodeled and modernized to take advantage of the spectacular 180 degree water and island views.

The two bedroom, one bath coastal cottage features a full deck with seating for a dozen, a sleeping cabin for two additional guests, and an easy ride to the charming towns of Damariscotta, Boothbay Harbor, Rockland, and Camden. Or stay closer to your summer home and climb Pemaquid's lighthouse for a seagull's view of the bay and enjoy fresh seafood at Shaw's famous restaurant in New Harbor.

The large deck provides a wonderful place to relax, and watch local lobster fishermen haul traps and then return later in the day with their catch. Or... get up with the sun, and watch the fishermen as they leave for the day! The large picture windows continue to provide the breathtaking views as you prepare meals in the well equipped , fully modern kitchen.

Make Briarnook your summer or autumn retreat and return to your life refreshed as these former guests did:

“We spent many days seeing and photographing Maine. It was always so pleasant to think we would be returning each day to such a relaxing and wonderful home situated in such an incredible setting.” --M.H.

“We just loved the view! Spent lots of time in the gliders and recliners enjoying the wildlife.”
--J.C.

“Sitting in the glider on our last morning watching the sun try to break through the clouds, and the birds. The layout is perfect and everything is so comfortable and cozy. You don't mind cooking on vacation with a view like that!”
--A.D.

“It is so serene and beautiful here and the cottage is easy to stay and relax in.”

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Penobscot Marine Museum. Enjoy features like a spa tub. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio, and living room
Free WiFi
6 minutes by car from Penobscot Marine Museum and 10 minutes from La Verna Preserve

This cottage offers its guests a spa tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Bremen cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Laurie C. Allen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Shared/communal pool
A hot tub

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car required

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Shower
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Soap
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Games
Books

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Near a laundromat

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

Near the ocean
On the waterfront
In the city centre
In a rural location
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
In a village

Things to do

Kayaking on site
Power boating nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Kayaking nearby
Golf nearby
Whale watching nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Sailing nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: There is a non refundable pet fee of $100.00.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Your Windows To The Ocean, Lobstering Village, And Private Floating Dock! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

16 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene spot on the water

We enjoyed watching the sunrise while having a cup of coffee. The views are fantastic and it is in a very quiet area. It was the perfect spot for our time in the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale C.

19 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

BREMEN MAINE- Briarnook

Property was as listed. We did a lot of activities on the water and in freeport with the ll bean outdoor adventures We had great weather all week and excellent seafood and sea food restaurant choices all within 15 minutes of the property We all enjoyed the week and was exactly as we had expected. We brought our dog and the property had plenty of space for him.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genine G.

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Briarnook=peace and relaxation

Once again, for our second visit, we had such a lovely stay. Briarnook is a wonderful place to stay to just "chill out." Our host family couldn't be nicer, and they are so accommodating. We look forward to hopefully visiting again sometime in the future!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genine G.

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a wonderful place to stay

This property and our host met and far exceeded our expectations for a great place to stay in Maine for our first vacation in this state. We liked it so much, for many reasons, we are returning to the same lovely home next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

2 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation at Briarnook

Our two weeks at Briarnook went by so fast. As always, the place was immaculate and well stocked. The view is spectacular and the neighborhood quiet and friendly. The location is perfectly positioned mid-Maine making trips to Camden, Boothbay, Rockland and Bath easily accessible. We spent much of our time close to “home base”…Pemaquid Point and the beach…numerous nature hikes through some of the preserves in the area…and fishing off the dock. There are several super restaurants nearby. We always enjoy our stay here and are already looking forward to next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia D.

27 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Briarnook

Loved this place! The house was immaculate and extremely comfortable. View was gorgeous! Would definitely go again!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adele C.

3 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous view.

Wonderful spot on Muscongus Bay. Fabulous view with many wildlife sightings, very comfortable and close to everything, Dots bakery, Debs Diner, shopping and artists studios in Bristol and Damariscotta. Great stargazing, too.

Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

8 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

The property was just lovely. The view was amazing and so peaceful! We thoroughly enjoyed the deck overlooking the water and spent much time watching the wildlife…even saw a bald Eagle and a seal. There was a slight issue trying to check in, but Laurie was available right away to get us in. Would highly recommend to others!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

29 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay at Briarnook

This year we extended our stay at Briarnook to two weeks…and we were glad we did. The house and property suit our needs perfectly. Lots of room inside and out…always spotless and well maintained. Everything we needed was provided and the upgraded internet service was much appreciated. It’s hard to beat the location…right at the water’s edge…with amazing ocean views…on a quiet road with friendly neighbors. This year we spent time exploring the nearby sites…plenty of hiking trails…Pemaquid Point…Fort William Henry…kayaking in the Damariscotta River…and the kid’s favorite…Pemaquid Beach. Lots of great places to eat close by…Shaw’s, The Contented Sole, Muscongus Bay Lobster and The Abundant Bakery. The C.E. Reilly grocery store in New Harbor is well stocked with just about anything you need. We couldn’t ask for more gracious hosts…Laurie and her brothers and sister always make us feel welcome and comfortable…so grateful they are willing to share Briarnook with us. Already looking forward to our stay next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

25 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect and beautiful

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

26 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Getaway

Best Christmas ever! Property was exactly as described. Very clean and nice layout, we couldn’t ask for anything more. I brought a few Christmas decorations/lights and the pitch black at night was the perfect backdrop! Snow on Christmas Day was the most magical watching it on the water! We will definitely make plans over the summer to come back and enjoy the deck! Thanks for everything!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Cynthia F.

6 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Million dollar view!

What a view! And in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. We saw a lone seal two out of three mornings, along with a juvenie eagle and some other water fowl. One drawback was all the goose poop on the front lawn, but not sure how anyone could police that. I wouldnt want to upset the geese. Just be careful where u step! The driveway was almost impossible le to see. It's not a traditional driveway that ine might expect. It's a spot on the lawn that is parallel with the road. Luckily the nice neighbor saw us looking for it and came out to assist. Once he pointed it out, we could see a little bit of gravel amongst the grass. Maybe a diagram or more detail would help future guests. We had a great time though! We loved that it was an older, family home. And the two lazyboy recliners by the windows were great! And thank you for the binoculars! Nearby Damariscotta was adorable.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean and David S., Grayling, Michigan

29 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Views!

I’ve been vacationing in Maine for about fifty years and this has to be one of my favorite homes to rent. With three walls of glass, the views are incredible! The home is very comfortable and had everything we needed. The beds (a king in the master!) were comfy and the large kitchen was appreciated. We even had a dishwasher, how cool is that! My husband was always up to greet the beautiful sunrise. We watched a lobsterman pull his traps right in front of us. There were loons, ducks and geese. We watched a pair of eagles and even witnessed a seal feeding. When I couldn’t find a local lobster pound, Laurie came to the rescue! She found two of them within fifteen minutes of us. We were minutes away from Pemaquid Point—my favorite spot in all of Maine. We had fun at the annual Pumpkinfest in Damarascotta. Fall is my favorite season in Maine and we were not disappointed—the color was awesome. You will not be disappointed if you choose Briarnook for your vacation. I would definitely love to return!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

26 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredibly beautiful location & ultra clean!

This cottage is located on Muscongus Bay and the views are breathtaking! We really didn't want to leave as it was so beautiful, and very clean. We did do some exploring and went to Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, New Harbor, Christmas Cove and the lovely town of Damariscotta with shops and restaurants (15 mins). Highly recommend this cottage!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

21 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

peaceful

very peaceful restful and beautiful

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

23 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Retreat

I needed some alone time and Briarnook helped me get that in a beautiful, serene setting. The house is very clean, well-supplied, and comfortable. It was a good jumping off point to visit other areas.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

12 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding!

This was our 2nd year staying at this home and we hope to return again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

4 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay at Briarnook

Our family enjoyed another amazing vacation here at Briarnook. The location is perfect…right in the middle of lots of interesting spots….whale watching in Boothbay, sightseeing in Camden, Brunswick and Bath, visiting the lighthouse at Pemaquid Point and candle pin bowling on the rainy day. The kids had a ball looking for sea creatures in the tide pools and taking a spin around the harbor in our inflatable. A couple of days were spent at nearby beaches. There are several excellent restaurants and lobster pounds nearby. The house is immaculate, well equipped and just right for the 4 adults and 2 toddlers. The bunkhouse provided some extra sleeping space. The AC was greatly appreciated this vacation as it was quite warm a for part of our stay. The views from the house are stunning. We got a kick out of watching the seals and dolphins. The neighborhood is quiet and the neighbors friendly and helpful. We couldn’t ask for a better host. Laurie was attentive and super quick to respond to any questions we had. We are all hoping to go back next summer.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

23 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow - What a view.

Beautifully restored family place. Casual, comfortable, and just wow. You walk in the view knocks your socks off. If you have a boat this property would be absolutely perfect. Personally found there to be a bit too much life for swimming here, but that is personal preference. But, the dock and floating docks were a great place to hang out and stick your toes in. Great places to eat a short drive away. Nice place to decompress. Sunrises and sunsets could not be beat!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

5 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunningly Beautiful View

The perfect place to escape the madness of everyday life. Peaceful retreat with a stunningly beautiful view. Can't wait to come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

23 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the beaten path.

The cottage was perfect for our needs. With the entire wall that faces the ocean all glass, we were able to see all the happenings out on the water. Whenever I observed a large school of pogies close to shore I grabbed my fishing rod and fished off of the cottage's dock. Last night I landed a 30"+ striped bass. The nearby La Verne nature preserve is a must see. We're looking to return again in the future

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

barbara b.

4 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Oceanfront Vacation

This oceanfront cottage surpassed our dreams. It was clean, well-stocked, and the location was perfect for us. We will be going back often.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Serhiy M.

16 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Waterfront

We loved the ever changing views from the porch - some of the best ones we had since we started coming to Maine 20 years ago. The house itself was very comfortable and inviting. A sitting area on a private dock is an extra bonus. No matter what age of your group is - you'll love it! Serhiy M. NYC