Enjoy a relaxing and refreshing get-away vacation in a spacious Maine waterfront cottage on a private island off the coast of "Down-East" Maine. Sit back and enjoy breath-taking sunrises as you sip your morning coffee on the deck and watch the small lobstering village slowly come to life. Fresh, live lobster and fresh bakery goods are delivered to you by local islanders. ~nl~~nl~ This large (1000 sq/ft), 2-story cottage comfortably sleeps 6 people, is charmingly furnished, and is ideal for families or 2-3 couples to share. The 1st floor has a queen bed in one bedroom, and a queen & 2 twin beds in the other. A full bathroom is accessed from the common hallway with a large deck overlooking the ocean. The second floor has a large oak dining table (seats 6) and a fully equipped kitchen. A large, open living area with an easy chair & two couches (one is a fold-out double bed) that opens out to a deck overlooking the ocean and outer islands.

Explore the many hiking trails to nearby bird sanctuaries, Hemlock forests, rocky ledge points, and other beautiful swimming beaches. Take a boat ride to Matinicus Rock Lighthouse to see the Puffin colonies and the site where the famous heroine lightkeeper, Abbie Burgess, once worked and lived. Prepare for spectacular views of the milky way, planets, stars, & satellites, as Matinicus Island is far from city light pollution.~nl~~nl~ A nearby gift shop features island crafts & novelties. A weekly farmer's market has bakery items, sandwiches, soft drinks, & island crafts. Extra provisions (including beer & wine) can be delivered by plane to a nearby landing strip from the mainland grocery store for a small fee. Transportation to and from the island is accomplished by private ferry boats. "Hawthorne Place" cottage is a true remote getaway in every sense. Experience the harmony and bliss of being in an island paradise that time has truly forgotten.