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Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage)

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, Internet
2 bedrooms, Internet
2 bedrooms, Internet
Reviews
6.6

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Brooklin, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park70 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center72 min drive
  • Popular LocationEcho Lake Beach74 min drive
  • AirportBangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)75 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage)

Experience Costal Maine and begin your ocean front adventure at this charming cabin located in Brooklin, Maine. Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage) is a cozy and comfortable retreat for individuals, families, and your dog looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Downeast Coastal Maine. With modern amenities and a unique waterfront location adjacent to the Harriman Point Nature Preserve, our dog-friendly cabin offers a peaceful and serene escape from the stresses of daily life. Relax and unwind in our comfortable accommodations, with views of Allen Cove and spectacular sunsets from the front sitting room. We have stunning views of Blue Hill Bay and the Mount Desert Narrows along the 158 feet of water frontage, set down a quiet road. Don't miss the sunsets into the cove followed by clear views of the stary night and Milky Way!

Your Maine cabin experience is within an hour or less drive of Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Bass Harbor, Castine, Deer Isle, Stonington, Belfast, Winter Harbor, and Blue Hill. Conveniently an hour and 10 minutes away from the Bangor Airport if you arrive by plane. The town of Brooklin is the Wooden Boat Building Capital of the World, with active boat shops and the WoodenBoat School within a 10 minute drive. We love to host WoodenBoat School students! WoodenBoat school doesn't allow dogs to stay in their on-site accommodations, so come stay with us!
Experience the joy of being out on the water with our three kayaks available for use or bring your own watercraft. The 700 sq ft cabin features two bedrooms with queen size beds, pull-out futon, full kitchen, full bathroom with a shower, washer/dryer, high-speed Gigabit WiFi internet and smart TV, and an outdoor gas grill. Comfortably sleeps a maximum of 4 adults, great for families and your furry dog friends (no cats please due to allergies). Book your stay today and enjoy a peaceful retreat in the heart of Maine's natural beauty. Make memories that will last a lifetime at Batten's ReTreat Rental Cabin. Visit our website for more information at www.battensretreat.com.

Property manager

Nichole, Dawn or Megan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Exterior
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

7055
Close Call - A Charming Oceanfront Cottage Cottage
Close Call - A Charming Oceanfront Cottage Brooklin
Close Call - A Charming Oceanfront Cottage Cottage Brooklin

About the area

Brooklin

Located in Brooklin, this cottage is near the beach. The Blue Hill Wine Shop 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 Causeway Beach and Acadia National Park. Blue Hill Books and The Barnacle are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 70 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 72 min drive
  • Echo Lake Beach - 74 min drive
  • Village Green - 76 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 86 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morning Moon Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sleigh Bell Shoppe and Lobster Crate - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lookout-Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cave - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Dinah Chocolatiers - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Batten's ReTreat (formerly Close Call Cottage) located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Friend Memorial Public Library and within 12 miles (20 km) of Wooden Boat School and Jonathan Fisher House. Blue Hill Books and Blue Hill Bay Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 7 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
Wonderful retreat. I enjoyed watching the tide, the birds, and the walk through the adjacent preserve.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eirinn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close Call Darling
Fantastic Maine summer cabin right on the water next to a nature preserve that is an easy hike. The issues listed in previous reviews were fixed- the tv was new, the internet worked fine and able to lock the cabin when we left- the windows all locked. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Bobby C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Less than satisfactory
The setting was gorgeous. Decent to better eating establishments nearby. However, the house/cabin was only functional, at best. The word “rustic” doesn’t quite cover it. Several doors and windows would not lock. As we were traveling an hour to Acadia Natl Park each day, we did not feel it wise to leave all our bags and accouterments in an unsecured place. So, we wound up packing our bags and belongings back into our vehicle every time we left. The cabin had not been cleaned from the previous TWO rentals. We arrived just after dark to discover bed linens, towels, etc. we’re left on beds unwashed towels were piled used on the floor! We had to wash and dry these before we could use the house. We were worn out, to say the lease. On a positive note, the management was very apologetic and offered to help make amends by sending someone as quickly as possible, but we decided we would rather do the work ourselves so we could go to bed more quickly. As well, the location was lovely. My wife and I had a lovely walk in the adjacent preserve. We saw porcupine and deer. Our stay just started badly and it was hard to recover from our travels each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage smelly cove
This is nice cottage, right next to Harriman Point, but it has an old tube TV so you can't stream movies or shows. Also, when the tide is out the sea weed smells like a sewer.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Robert T., Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, United States of America

Disliked: Cleanliness
Quite a retreat!
Recommended! The view cannot be beat. The water, land, air, and foliage all meeting at this point of the cove where the property is. This is a small cabin, but not tiny. It also has an enclosed porch and a stand-alone utility shed so our suitcases and other large items didn't have to share the living space. It was clean and ready when we arrived. There is no better place to stay to explore Harriman Point than this place, and it is advantageously both close enough and distanced enough from the tourist-heavy Bar Harbor area that you get the best of both worlds -- uncrowded nature when you want it, the Acadia area, and the Bar Harbor scene too. A good grocery store (Tradewinds) is 20 minutes away. A note on the Internet situation: it's not unlimited so TV-junkies, leave your Roku at home -- it's not appropriate for streaming TV & movies. However, it is fast enough for web-surfing and even I could be in a couple of Zoom conference calls -- including one that I had to host -- without any problems. The owner left a hand-written welcome letter which was very charming, and all of their previous welcome letters were there too. 100% would recommend to my friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Brian B.

This place is for someone who wants to be on the middle of nowhere.. shower is terrible.
No photos of shower .. not one place that is comfortable to sit down . We left after the first night. And had it booked for 3. Would not even call it “glamping”. Too many beautiful places to stay at a lower cost in Maine . Not for us .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, remote cabin on the water
We stayed at this cabin for a week and had an amazing time. The cabin is pretty far off the beaten path -- it is a solid 15 to 20 minute drive to Blue Hill, the closest amenities. However, it is both right on the water and surrounded by forest. It is quiet with great views and accommodated my spouse and I very well for our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021