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Pet friendly Maine Waterfront Farmhouse with Amazing Views @Canadian Border

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9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

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Calais, ME
  • Washington County Community College
    11 min walk
  • Calais Regional Hospital
    4 min drive
  • Chocolate Museum
    4 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Calais

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Calais, within a 5-minute drive of Washington County Community College and Calais Regional Hospital. .This beach vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Chocolate Museum and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Charlotte County Museum.

What's nearby

  • Washington County Community College - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Calais Regional Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Chocolate Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • St. Croix Island - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wickachee - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Pet friendly Maine Waterfront Farmhouse with Amazing Views @Canadian Border

Winter, spring, summer or fall, forget your worries & feel your stress melt away in this charming waterfront 🏡.

Wake-up to glorious sunrises, relax on one of the many outside seating areas, swim, float, fish, kayak, go boating, whale / bird watching, river rafting, nap on the hammocks, sun bath, have a beach/pit fire, golf, hike, catch a movie or summer concert, or simply enjoy the incredible water views, and the ever changing tide (25’) from the inside. There’s even a private office shed at the water’s edge with a Q sofa-bed should you need to work. You can do it all at RiverHouse.

RiverHouse is a traditional Maine farmhouse built in 1840, and sits on an acre of land on the St. Croix. It is flanked by a cove at each end with lit steps to the beach. It has been totally renovated while keeping its charm, and has amazing water views from every room. The driveway is large enough for a 🚤.

There are several seating areas and hammocks scattered throughout the property, and at night the trees are bathed in blue light & there are solar lights throughout the property-you’ll feel like you’re at a resort. There is a floating deck with sun loungers, a fire pit with free firewood, and a gravel patio with a dual pallet/gas grill and a wrought iron table. There is also a large family dining table at the water’s edge.

You can access the beach at either side of the property by lit stairs. There’s a rocky beach with an over-the-water (high-tide) deck. There are 4 adult & 3 youth kayaks and foldable sun loungers for your enjoyment.

Calais is your quintessential small American town with shops, restaurants and bars dotting Main St. It sits on the St. Croix River with 3 border crossings into Canada. There’s a movie theater, public library, boat launch, golf course, a waterfront walkway, and concerts are held during the summer at the riverfront park.

The St. Croix is saltwater and tidal, flowing into the Bay of Fundy which has the highest tides, and is full of freshwater and saltwater marine life.

RiverHouse is just 2 mins from the St Croix Country Club ⛳️, 5 mins from downtown, hiking trails, boat launch, & the Canadian border, 30 minutes from Eastport, 50 minutes from Lubec and Campobello Island (Roosevelt’s summer home) and 2 hours from Bar Harbor, Bangor and from Aroostook County. it is perfectly located for exploring unspoiled Downeast Maine, “The County” and Canada.

The Space:

1st FLOOR:

LIVING ROOM-fireplace, sofa and chaise & French doors opening to a gravel sitting area.

FAMILY ROOM-comfy sectional (large enough for 2 to sleep on), built-in smart TV & electric fireplace.

DINING ROOM-open with family room has a large 8 person dining table & French doors opening to a gravel patio (I ❤️ having dinner with the doors open enjoying the incredible view).

KITCHEN-wall to wall windows, double ovens, dishwasher, and fully stocked kitchen with every essential. You will find in the fridge and pantry complimentary basics such as bottled water, condiments, spices flour, pasta, ect.
SUNROOM-small dining table, sofa and 2 captain chairs, an electric fireplace for those chilly days, and wall to wall windows capturing the spectacular views. FULL BATHROOM: Walk-in-shower, ceiling heat, and complimentary shower gel, shampoo/conditioner, lotion, and toiletry.

2nd FLOOR:

3 bedrooms all with water views, comfy beds, and electric fireplaces (winter) fans (summer). There’s a chaise on the landing and an upstairs family room off the MBDR with sofas, and a half bathroom.

MBDR-window seat large enough for two with sweeping views of the St Croix and St. Stephens-my favorite spot to read and watch the eagles soar. The queen size bed faces large windows capturing glorious sunrises-can you picture yourself waking-up to such beauty.

PINK ROOM-antique iron full bed, and comfy overstuffed chair.

BLUE ROOM-two antique twin beds.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Gabriela Lake

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: Please do not let pets on furniture/beds.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 🏡NOT child proof, 🏡 has 15’ drop w/NO fencing

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Pet friendly Maine Waterfront Farmhouse with Amazing Views @Canadian Border Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessi O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Water front farmhouse
Our stay was nothing short of perfection, everyone had enough space to spread out, yet there were plenty of cozy spots to gather together! The sunrises were absolutely beautiful and we loved enjoying them with the electric fireplace and a cup of coffee on the enclosed porch area. The kitchen had everything we needed. The home in general surpassed our expectations and we had an incredible time, the host was a pleasure to deal with and replied immediately, she was so very friendly. Plan to come back in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Erinn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Gabriela’s riverfront home. The view from the sunporch and kitchen cannot be beat! We loved the multitude of seating options both indoors and out, the electric fireplaces, and comfortable beds. We did notice some areas of the home (namely the kitchen floor) had not been swept before our arrival, but that was simple to take care of ourselves. We also did not realize the proximity to a major road based on the photos, but didn’t notice the road noise much. Overall we were pleased with the space and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf vacation
The home is beautiful. It is old, but the owner has made some cool improvements to it. Like a comfortable room to watch tv with a good soundtrack. The best room in the house overlooks the river and was the room we would be in during the day
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Alexa B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
not what we expected
We were excited to rent this property for a family trip. And while there are some nice features - a nice enclosed porch with a pretty view of the river especially at high tide, a fire pit and hammocks outside and beautiful hiking areas within driving distance, our visit was marred by a number of problems. When we arrived we discovered that the place was across the street from a large car dealership that keeps its lights on all night, and worse, had not been well cleaned (e.g. dirty floors, trash and a dirty sock under the couch cushions and couch, a carton of empty egg shells and other food remnants from a prior visitor in the fridge, and a strong cat pee smell in the only full bathroom.) While the host refunded the cleaning fee, the trouble didn't stop there. We soon discovered that the house had an active mouse population that brazenly scurried around the kitchen and got into our food forcing us to keep all edibles in the fridge. We have photos of all of the details mentioned above including the mice. One morning my sister woke to a squirrel on her bed frame. We are not fussy people but this was just too much. To our surprise, when we raised the concerns about rodents with Gabriela she did not respond or offer any discount or assistance despite repeated requests. In the end it left us disappointed both in the house and in the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Very quaint house, plenty of room, beautiful view of the St Croix River, lots of outdoor seating to enjoy the view. Kayaks to enjoy the water, close to town. Everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Touring north Maine coast
Great location as a base, close to town but private and in a beautiful spot. Watching the estuary ebb and flow while eagles soared over head. House was spacious and very well equipped. Had everything we needed and more. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with breathtaking views!
Can’t say enough good things about this house. It was perfect. Every detail was thought through from the abundance of cozy blankets to the cute fireplace heaters in every room. The house was super clean and just perfect. We only had two adults staying a few nights for work travel (pretending it was a girls week lol) but I could see it comfortably fitting lots of people as there was so much space! I wish it was warmer out so I could have taken advantage of the outside spaces. Hope I get to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lovely Getaway
My family of 5 met up with my cousin & his family for two nights, and this house was the perfect spot. We had a relaxing time enjoying the house amenities and river view. Our kids did fine playing in the yard while being careful of the drop off. The owner was very responsive to communications. My only criticism is with Vrbo, which failed to send me the check in/out details - I recommended that there be a paper copy in the house for guests without the Vrbo app on their phone like me, which the owner said they would do in the future. Thanks for a nice stay in Calais!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views
We had a great stay the views were amazing and location was convenient to things we wanted to experience in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oto P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy at St Croix river
We have spent 2 beautiful days in this nicely renovated historical house on the bank of St Croix River in Calais Maine. House has rustic feel with all modern utilities. Kitchen is very well stocked. Common areas are very cozy and house is beautifully decorated. Outside area has lot of chairs, table, fireplace and hammock. We have enjoyed sunrise over St Croix River and Gabriela was very pleasant and responsive to any questions..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

M.R.Muthu K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet place for a family to relax
It’s a quiet place to relax our family enjoyed a longer weekend. It’s a old house on the water getting upgraded and less than an hour drive to Lubec and West Quoddy lighthouse which is the eastern most town/point in the US also borders Canada. Property manager was very communicative and we got all we wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023