Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views
Vinalhaven, Knox County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views Please DO NOT press "Book Now." We require direct communication before inviting new families to be a guest in our home. VRBO starts a 24-hour clock ticking when you make a booking request and it is rarely possible to work through all your questions and travel logistics in that time. Please find me as Daniel C. Cross...
Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views Please DO NOT press "Book Now." We require direct communication before inviting new families to be a guest in our home. VRBO starts a 24-hour clock ticking when you make a booking request and it is rarely possible to work through all your questions and travel logistics in that time. Please find me as Daniel C. Cross, CCIM, Maryland Real Estate Broker, Cross & Company, LLC, Frederick, Maryland. Thank you.A classic shingle home named "HighTide" is a sailor's, hiker's and relaxer’s paradise overlooking the Fox Islands Thorofare and Carver Cove on the north side of Vinalhaven, Maine. “HighTide” is a dream vacation, year-round family home with six bedrooms and 4 ½ baths (can sleep up to fourteen subject to approval). There are spectacular seaside views from every window. Situated on 19 acres, the gardens and grounds at HighTide include a fully fenced hard-surface tennis court (with basketball hoop), an open field for sports, double seat Adirondack chairs around a marshmallow fire pit, a hammock, hundreds of feet of wonderful stone beach, a large dock, and three large boat moorings offshore (up to forty tons) under a separate contract. . The nearby Polly’s Cove Vinalhaven Land Trust, the infamous “Starboard Rock” at Winter Harbor, and the "Fox Rocks" nature trails provide wonderful scenic walks/hikes. At the house, the pergola covered south terrace next to the front door provides a sunshine morning coffee and lunch spot. Nearby is the BBQ grill and lobster steam cooker (both propane). The hillside Adirondack chairs look out past the flagpole to Carver Cove, which is very often an anchorage for visiting Penobscot Bay Schooners. The east screen porch has a dining table for eight, four comfortable chairs at a stone fireplace, and provides wonderful, expansive views to the Camden Hills in the distance. The adjoining north deck with gangway ramp to the east and north lawns is the spot for evening sunset cocktails all season. The primary bedroom suite encompasses the western end of the first floor and includes a four-post king bed looking out on the cove. The primary bathroom has a very large shower with twin shower heads, hand wands, and a porthole to the west porch. There are twins sinks, a private commode and a Jacuzzi tub. These rooms have direct access to the private west screen porch with swinging day bed and an outdoor shower. A stair leads to the north lawn. The centerpiece of the home is a three-story interior stone chimney in the entrance hall, encircled by a nautical themed wood staircase and rails. The stone fireplace fronts in the large Great Room, which has a comfortable sofa and lounge chairs grouped at the fireplace and a two-person window seat bench looking out on the cove and Camden Hills. Bring your best piano player to enjoy the grand piano. Play backgammon, chess and bridge at the game table. The “Ship’s Bar” with wine fridge is in easy reach. The large chef’s grade kitchen with all amenities (espresso machine, six burner gas stove and grill, two ovens, warming drawer, microwave, all small appliances, three sinks) provides ample room at the center island to prepare meals, picnic baskets and otherwise organize your days in Maine. The kitchen includes an open dining room for entertaining and it provides a rare “bad weather day” alternative to the screen porch for meals. The adjoining mud room includes a washer and dryer, a second dishwasher for those large meal clean-ups, an additional refrigerator and freezer for extra provisions, and a full-size ice machine. The exterior door leads to the BBQ Grill and Lobster steamer. Our housekeeper may assist with meal prep, shopping and cleaning. The second-floor features three bedrooms and the study. At the west end, the bedroom suite has a queen bed, relaxed sitting area and a private bath with twin sinks and a shower tub. Down the east corridor are two bedrooms featuring “ships berth” window beds (each room sleeps two) and a twin sink bathroom with shower and bath (suitable for bathing children) with a private commode. Behind the stone chimney at the center of the house, the “wheelhouse” study provides a partner’s desk and office workspace. The networked house HP printer is here. The "glass-floor", ships-ladder accessed, all windowed "cupola" at the very top of the house has 270 degrees of ocean view. With a director’s chair and fold out table, it’s a writer's getaway and enriching hide-out, but please obey the rule: never more then two people and no shoes in the cupola. On the ground floor facing the sea, the west bedroom has French doors opening to an umbrella shaded terrace. The room has twin beds convertible to a king bed. The game room has a pool table / ping pong table combo, a movie theater style big screen projector for your devices, and a bookshelf stocked with summer reading. A high ceiling “bunk room” includes four ships berth bunks (two full, two twin) for your “crew”. These bedrooms share a stone floor bath with twin sinks, a large steamer shower and a private commode. At the east end, a large mirrored exercise room with fixed Cybex equipment and free weights, treadmill, and ballet bars has large French doors opening to the north lawn. HighTide is served by Starlink internet. Stream your subscriptions from your devices onto the TV's at the Great Room and Game Room. Land line phones provided. The dock includes four single kayaks, and a stand up paddle board (SUP) -- bring your life jackets please. Opti’s and lasers available for rent to experienced sailors only. Use of the boats requires a separate liability release. The Town of Vinalhaven (and the State of Maine Ferry Terminal) is a 15-minute drive away on the south end of the island . Three restaurants, two sandwich shops and the candy & ice cream store await your visit. Penobscot Island Air provides air taxi service from the Owls Head airport in Rockland to the Vinalhaven runway. North Haven Island lies across the Fox Island Thorofare and has the fantastic Nebo Lodge (Restaurant & Bar), the Calderwood Hall Pizza restaurant, the North Haven Golf Course and the Casino (Yacht Club). Arrangements can be made for short term memberships at the Casino (great for kids sailing lessons) and the Golf Club. The rental rate quoted for HighTide is for a party of six only. Additional guests are charged at fifty dollars ($50.00) per person per night. The owner's caretaker and/or housekeeper will visit the property daily. We use our own Occupancy License Agreement and require a damage deposit and rental pre-payment. Guests must also remit a nine percent (9%) State of Maine tax in addition to the rental payment. A house cleaning fee is also applied amount subject to occupancy during your stay. Please click on the “Ask Manager a Question” to start your adventure. Thank you.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Internet
- Printer
- Computer monitor
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Fitness room / equipment
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Beach
- Mountain
- Water view
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Sailing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Golf
- Golf privileges optional
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Tennis court
- Game room
- Microwave
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Mountain view
- Gym
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach towels
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's games
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 6 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Outdoor shower
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
- Games
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Firepit
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk chair
- Desk
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- One pet total
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: STRICT No Smoking / No Vaping - nowhere on grounds
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Phone
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Boat
- Kayak
- Table tennis
- Basketball nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Billiards/pool table
- Gym
- Optional golf privileges
- Tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 6,000 square feet
- Housekeeping (on request)
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Kitchen, games room, near the beach, games and toys
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 34
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 3–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Please leave shoes in Mud Room -- don't track beach stone, mud or dirt onto the hardwood floors. Max 2 people in Cupola.: Please leave shoes in Mud Room -- don't track beach stone, mud or dirt onto the hardwood floors. Max 2 people in Cupola.
Important Information
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Note from host: Family reunions & company retreats OK w/ approval
- Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Vinalhaven
Located in Vinalhaven, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Owls Head State Park and Edgar M. Tennis Preserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Perry Creek Preserve and Lawson's Quarry. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lawson's Quarry 14 min drive
- Vinalhaven Historical Society 21 min drive
- Indian Camp Beach 26 min drive
- Pole Island 26 min drive
Getting around
- Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) 118 min drive
Restaurants
- Sand Bar 21 min drive
- Nebo Lodge 253 min drive
- Calderwood Hall 251 min drive
- North Haven Brewing 251 min drive
- Cooper's Landing 251 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large waterfront home with tennis court, dock, large boat moorings, great views located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lawson's Quarry, Perry Creek Preserve, and Vinalhaven Historical Society. Clayfers Beach and Indian Camp Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).