9BR Waterfront Stinson Mansion (Sleeps 18-20 People) Large family gatherings, reunions, corporate getaways

HOT LINKS:    DescriptionRental RatesContact Info.AmenitiesActivitiesVirtual Tour

The Stinson Mansion

1st Floor Family Room

 

Description & Location:

The Stinson Mansion is an historic 19th century Ship Captain's home in Prospect Harbor, Maine with views of the Prospect Harbor lighthouse, the harbor, Atlantic Ocean and lobster boats.  The Mansion's nine bedrooms are very spacious and the layout is ideal for family reunions, vacations, corporate getaways, etc.  This four story home has three decks with tables and chairs and a large expansive front and side lawn as well as a rear paved driveway with a basketball hoop.  This is the perfect Maine vacation home with water views for large groups and comfortably accommodates up to 18-20 people.  Ask about our discounts for groups of 13 or less guests and for our late summer & early fall rates (minimum 4 nights stay). Upon entering the home from the front porch, the first floor features a large wood-paneled family room with hardwood floors and 50" Samsung DLP 1080 pixel TV featuring DirectTV satellite, VHS/DVD Player & a VHS and DVD movie library. Three large sofas provide seating for 9-12 people centered around the TV.  One corner of the room has two chairs surrounding a tiled Monopoly game table and two wing back chairs are in front of the fireplace.  The family room has wide, expansive views of the harbor.  Built-in cabinets surrounding the fireplace feature nautical decor.  The adjacent Sun Room is a perfect spot for book readers with lots of natural light, two wicker sofas, a loveseat and a wingback chair.  The main Dining Room seats 6 people and features models of sailing ships, a brass Colonial 8-light chandelier and a marble fireplace.  The adjacent kitchen is fully equipped and features a dishwasher, microwave, new commercial stainless steel 6-burner gas stove with range, new refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, (2) toasters, (2) coffee makers, (2) electric can openers, built-in wine rack, pots/pans, lasagna pan, cake pans, dishes, glasses, cooking utensils and more!  Eat-in kitchen features a table with 6 chairs. The 2nd adjacent dining room seats 6 people and is elegantly decorated with a crystal chandelier.  All three rooms, the kitchen & 2 dining rooms are adjacent to one another, and accommodate up to 18 people seated at the (3) tables.  We also have a new Graco highchair for toddlers.  The laundry room features a new washer/dryer, with iron & ironing board, and extra cabinets for use as a food pantry.  From the side entrance to the home, there is a half bathroom and the main stair case for the 2nd & 3rd floors. From the kitchen, there are stairs leading down to the finished basement game / play room.  This 800 sq foot area has tiled floors and plenty of sofas & chairs, Xbox game console w/games, pool table, air hockey table & board games to accommodate any child of any age.  A half bathroom in the basement proves to be very convenient.  The second floor has a total of six bedrooms and two full bathrooms.  The first two bedrooms have two twin beds each.  Two other bedrooms have full size beds.  There are two waterview bedroom suites with a shared balcony.  The first suite features a Full size bed, pull-out sleep sofa, wicker sofa and dining table with 2 chairs. The second suite features a King size bed, loveseat and wingback chair.  Two full size bathrooms on this floor feature new pedestal sinks and toilets, ceramic tile floors and tub with shower.  The 2nd floor hallway has hardwood floors, crown moldings, ship models and paintings. The third floor has three bedrooms, kitchen, dining room and full bathroom.  The first bedroom has a single twin bed and pine paneling.  The two expansive waterview bedroom suites feature a four-poster King size bed and a four-poster Full size bed, separate sitting areas with pull-out sofa beds & wing back chairs, library nooks, and access to the balcony with harbor, lighthouse and ocean views.  The full size bedroom also features a round dining table with 2 chairs. The dining room on this floor seats 4-6 people.  The adjoining kitchen is stocked with dishes, utensils, glasses and pots/pans.  The full bathroom on this floor has a new pedestal sink and toilet, ceramic tile floor and tub with shower. Activities: Public swimming is only 8 minutes away at Jones Pond.  The closest beach is Sand Cove, on Route 195 on the way to the fishing village of Corea (approx. 5 minutes away).  The 2,366 acre Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia National Park is only an 8 minute drive and offers exceptional views of rocky coastline.  This is a great spot for picnics or you can bike the 12 miles of rocky coastline!  Frazer Point @ Schoodic Peninsula is the perfect spot for a Picnic or to launch kayaks.  Kayak and bicycle rentals are available locally (see the links below).  Whether you want to hike, kayak or bike in the great outdoors, stroll through quaint Maine fishing villages, visit national parks, landmarks & lighthouses, shop at local hand-made craft stores or just enjoy all that this Maine home has to offer, our home has the perfect location.  Location: On Main Street (Route 186) in the town of Prospect Harbor, Maine, we are approximately 40 miles North from Bar Harbor.  Our part of Maine is known as "Downeast" (Acadia), a reference that dates back to the shipping industry of the 18th and 19th centuries when Maine was a shipping capital. When schooners sailed from Boston to ports in Maine, they traveled to the east. They also sailed downwind (with the wind at their backs). This led to the expression "Downeast".   Oh, by the way....did we forget to mention that you can purchase fresh live lobsters just across the street?  Maine has the sweetest, juiciest lobsters!  We have many large lobster pots in the kitchen.  Lobster Cooking Tip:  Just remember, you don't want to boil the lobsters, you want to steam them, they taste much better.  Visit the Maine Lobster Promotion Council for detailed cooking instructions.   Location: The home is located on Route 186, 165 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, Maine 04669. 8 Minutes from Acadia National Park's Schoodic Peninsula Section. 10 Minutes from either Route 1 or downtown Winter Harbor, ME. 25 miles from High Street Shops/Outlets in Ellsworth, ME.   30 Miles from Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport in Trenton, ME.  Airline services are operated by Colgan Air, a US Airways Express carrier. They provide several daily trips between the Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport and Logan Airport in Boston, with convenient connections world-wide. 40 miles North of downtown Bar Harbor / entrance to Acadia National Park. 54 Miles from Bangor Int'l. Airport (Domestic service offered by : Northwest Airlines, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, US Airways, Continental Airlines).  Please visit their website for details.

 

Rental Rates    are in $US  Personal Check, Money Orders, Visa, MasterCard and American Express Now accepting reservations for Summer & Fall 2008.  We require 30% down to book your stay.  Minimum 7 night stay for summer weeks.  Late summer & fall weeks have a minimum 4 night stay. In addition to the weekly rates, there is a Maine 7% State Lodging Tax (approx. $220.50 - $269.50) and a $350.00 cleaning fee (linens & towels service is included).   $375.00 Refundable security deposit collected three weeks before your rental, is refunded within 30 days of check-out. Please inquire about discounted rates for Groups of 13 or less Guests.

Start Date	End Date	Duration	# Guests	Rate	Book this week?
2008 Summer Availability
Jun-14-2008	Jun-21-2008	Weekly	20	$3,150.00	Yes, I want to book this week now. Not yet, I want to ask questions.
Jul-19-2008	Jul-26-2008	Weekly	20	$3,650.00	Yes, I want to book this week now. Not yet, I want to ask questions.
Jul-26-2008	Aug-2-2008	Weekly	20	$3,850.00	Yes, I want to book this week now. Not yet, I want to ask questions.
Aug-16-2008	Aug-23-2008	Weekly	20	$3,250.00	Yes, I want to book this week now. Not yet, I want to ask questions.
Aug-23-2008	Aug-30-2008	Weekly	20	$3,250.00	Yes, I want to book this week now. Not yet, I want to ask questions.
Special Offer (from 8/16 - 8/30):  Rent the house for $600.00 per night for a minimum of 4 nights (max. occupancy is 14 guests). $315.00 ea. additional night. 7% Maine Lodging Tax, $250.00 cleaning fee & $375.00 refundable security deposit also collected.
Aug-30-2008	Oct-25-2008	Weekly	20	$2,950.00	Yes, I want to book a week now. Not yet, I want to ask questions.
Special Offer (from 8/30 - 10/25):  Rent the house for $575.00 per night for a minimum of 4 nights (max. occupancy is 14 guests). $300.00 ea. additional night. 7% Maine Lodging Tax, $250.00 cleaning fee & $375.00 refundable security deposit also collected.

 

Availability & Contact Info

 

Ask For: Heather Listing Name: 9 BR Waterfront Stinson Mansion with Lighthouse Views Phone: 570-868-1100 Email: Contact Heather via email

 

On-Site Amenities

50" Samsung DLP TV with Direct-TV Satellite in family room.  Combo DVD/VHS Player.  VHS/DVD Library. Toll-free, dial-up internet access available through MidCoast Internet Solutions. Linens & towels included. Four water-view bedroom suites with balconies, each water-view suite has a TV with Direct TV satellite & DVD player. Clock Radios in all bedrooms. Large 1st floor kitchen with new commercial grade stainless 6-burner gas stove, plenty of dishes/bowls/glasses/utensils/cooking pots & pans. Refrigerator. Microwave. Dishwasher. Toasters. Blender. Coffee Makers. Second kitchen on 3rd floor with refrigerator, stove, dishes/bowls/glasses/utensils/cooking pots & pans, etc. (3) Dining Rooms, two on the first floor and one on the 3rd floor. Ceiling fans. Ironing board & iron in 1st floor laundry / pantry room. Off street parking for approx. 8 or more cars. Basketball hoop/net in rear of house. Board games for kids in the finished, tiled basement as well as a pool table, air hockey table, etc. Washer/Dryer in 1st floor laundry/pantry room. Phone with free nationwide long distance calling.

View from the porch of Prospect Harbor.

Watch lobster boats all day from the sunroom.

Activities: Places to Eat, Things To Do, Important Dates, etc.

Important Dates: Annual Winter Harbor Lobster Festival, usually held one week in August every year.  The wonderfully quaint village of Winter Harbor will host its annual lobster festival, featuring craft fairs, lobster feast, lobster boat races, a parade, blueberry pancake breakfast, tours of Prospect Harbor lighthouse, etc. Local Places to Eat: Downeast Deli, Corner of Routes 186 & 195, Prospect Harbor, Maine.  Just a short walk, bike ride or drive down the street.  This gourmet style deli features a variety of hot and cold hoagies, piled high, including the well-known Philly Cheese Steak using real Delmonico Steak.  Other popular items include homemade soups & chowders, salads and home-made desserts & whoopee pies, lobster and crabmeat sandwiches (seasonally), and gourmet pizza, etc. Fisherman's Inn, 7 Newman Street, Winter Harbor, Maine.  Just a 10-minute drive to Prospect Harbor's sister city.  Local seafood, gourmet style dinners. Chase's Restaurant, Main Street, Winter Harbor, Maine.  A 10-minute drive to this restaurant that serves traditional Maine fare, fried clams, french fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.  This is a long established local favorite. J.M. Gerrish Provisions, 352 Main Street, Winter Harbor, Maine.  A 10 minute drive.  Specialty food market & cafe, ice cream, chocolates & candy. Ocean Wood Restaurant, Schoodic Loop Road, Birch Harbor, Maine. A 12-minute drive to this classic Maine restaurant featuring delicious local favorites served in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Bunker's Wharf Restaurant, E. Schoodic Dr., Birch Harbor, Maine (just 1 mile from the park exit). A 12-minute drive to this new restaurant on the Schoodic Peninsula.  Come enjoy the freshest lobsters and local seafood, grilled steaks and creative American cuisine on picturesque Bunkers Harbor.  Choose out-door dining on the patio along the harbor edge, indoor dining beside the cozy fireplace or the casual pub style atmosphere. Important Links to Local Information & Service Providers: Schoodic Peninsula Chamber of Commerce:  Official chamber of commerce for our area of "Downeast" Maine.  Downeast Acadia Regional Tourism:  We are Region #4 (Schoodic) in Downeast Maine.  Click on the "Area Information" link for shopping, lodging, campgrounds, dining, services and attractions. Seascape Kayaking (Birch Harbor):  Features scenic kayaking tours, paddle instruction, etc. Robertson Sea Tours (Millbridge): Take scenic tours, or arrange for lobster fishing, aboard a real 30' lobster boat for up to 6 passengers.  A truly unique Maine experience! Bar Harbor Ferry:  Daily passenger service between Winter Harbor and Bar Harbor, 7 days a week. Island Explorer Bus Service: Daily service between Prospect Harbor, Winter Harbor and Bar Harbor. Ardea EcoExpeditions: Become an active participant and take an ecotour, half day coastal kayaking exploration, full day island hopping adventure or hiking adventure. For Groups less than 6 people. Or make special arrangements for a custom overnight adventure or research expedition. Downeast Coastal Cruises: Take an Island Cruise, Lighthouse Cruise, Puffin Cruise or Sunset Cruise with Captains Esther & Harry Shinn (certified US Coast Guard Captains).  The possibilities are endless! Things to Do and Places to Visit: Visit historic Ship Captain's homes in the town of Cherryfield (the Blueberry Capital). (Day Trip) Shop in the bustling town of Bar Harbor (on Mt. Desert Island) & drive up Cadillac Mountain or hike in Acadia Nat'l. Park.  You cannot leave without getting a sundae or ice cream cone at Ben & Bill's Chocolate Emporium (over 50 homemade flavors)! (Day Trip) Take the Bar Harbor Ferry from Winter Harbor.  You don't need to drive to get to Bar Harbor! Enjoy spectacular views from the ferries Katherine, Schoodic or St. Croix as you travel between Bar Harbor and Winter Harbor, Maine. You'll pass by lighthouses, mountains, fishing villages, mansions, and lobstermen hauling their traps. There is Daily passenger ferry service, departs every 2 hours from 9am to 5pm, between Bar Harbor and nearby Winter Harbor, 7 Seven Days a Week, between the 3rd week in June through the end of September ($29.50 adults, $19.50 children - round trip). The Island Explorer Bus (a free service) also goes from the Ferry in Winter Harbor to Schoodic Point (our section of Acadia Nat'l Park), Winter Harbor, Birch Harbor and Prospect Harbor.. Drive to Canada's Campobello Island and visit Franklin Roosevelt's summer home (a two hour drive north into Canada but well worth the trip). Shop for antiques in historic Blue Hill. (Day Trip) Go kayaking on the open ocean or bike ride the trails at Acadia Park (Schoodic).  Get your rentals at Mooselook Guide Service. Visit our many lighthouses in the area:  Egg Rock Light, Prospect Harbor Light, Petit Manan Light, Winter Harbor Light. Visit Organic Darthia Farm in Prospect Harbor. Tours and horse-drawn wagon rides July and Aug. Tues. & Thurs @ 2pm. See the pigs, sheep, turkeys and Scotch Highland Cattle.  Take in a movie at the Milbridge Movie Theatre or either at Reel Pizza Cinema or Criterion Theatre in Bar Harbor. Play a round of golf:  choose between 9 holes with an ocean view at Grindstone Neck Golf Course in Winter Harbor (established in 1891) or 18 holes at either Bar Harbor Golf Club in Trenton or Kebo Valley Golf in Bar Harbor. Visit Bartlett Winery, Maine's first winery, founded in 1983. The 16,000 gallon winery has gained national recognition for its award-winning wines produced from Maine grown fruits. The salesroom offers a full selection of award-winning wines, Bartlett wines, and wine-related gift items. RR1 in Gouldsboro. Ladies, go shopping in several local establishments that feature hand-made crafts or search for Antiques:  Gypsy Moose Glass Studio, Chickadee Creek Stillroom, Works of Hand, The Art Gallery, Wonsqueak Woodworks, U.S. Bells Foundry, Whitmer-Hammond Antiques, Harbor Treasures, Wildwood Gallery, Down to Earth Pottery, Hog Bay Pottery, Blair Art Glass Studio and more!

 

For additional photographs, take the virtual tour below.

Tour Page #1 Tour Page #2

Large 1st Floor Family Room

1st Floor Kitchen

Booking Requirements, Payment Schedule, Terms:

 

Last Updated: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 16:05