Shore House, Orr's Island

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Shore House, Orr's Island

The revival of this historic home boasts unmatched view of tranquil Garrison Cove and Harpswell Sound. The property ownership and management is family affair.
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A historical house with expansive views of Garrison Cove.

** Short Term Rental, Event Rental, Long Term Rental (off season) **

⚓ Come stay with us and breathe in the salt air to clear your mind and calm your soul ⚓ Originally constructed at the turn of the century and used as a gift shop and ice cream store for arriving steamship guests, The Shore House has been entirely refurbished with 2, two

bedroom units. For your Island getaway, you will enjoy a peaceful setting with a deep water dock, area restaurants, the world famous Cribstone Bridge and a white sand beach within short walking distance. Sea kayak lessons are just a stones throw from your door, as well as unmatched shopping (in Freeport) just 40 minutes away. The property has been in our family since 1965, when purchased by Lester & Joanne Harris purchased it. Our grandfather, Alfred Harris used the wharf as his fishing headquarters for years. Owned by Melinda & Chuck Richter, along daughters & families, Jennifer & Dustin Bisson and Margaret & Chris McIntire. We hope that you will find the solitude here that only the quaint and rural Maine coastline can provide. Please enjoy all our house and lovely community has to offer.

06/05/2024

The time is almost here...

☀️ Don't miss out on this beautiful week ahead ☀️

05/30/2024

✨ JUNE AVAILABLY ✨

We have a last minute opening for the week June 8-15! We are offering the week for a steal at $1100 (taxes and fees included). That's a 20% discount!

Time to book that vacation, workcation, or spontaneous getaway!

05/19/2024

Who loves a summer vacation without the crowds?

We have some time open before and after the summer season, less crowds but same summer weather!

5/27-6/4
6/7-6/15
6/22-6/26
8/31-9/6
9/9-9/20

::: We offer a reduced nightly rate for these dates, 3 day minimum reservation required

05/03/2024

Any Bowdoin College Friends, Family or Alumni looking for a beautiful spot to stay? We have open availability for various campus activities, including 2024 Family Weekend or reserve for the 2025 graduation weekend! Our house is perfect for multiple families or just a weekend get away. Inquire for availability

04/27/2024

A little bedroom refresh before our spring guests start to arrive

We are excited for the upcoming season!

04/02/2024

☀️ Last weeks standing ☀️

June 1st - 8th
June 8th - 15th
July 20th - 27th
August 31st - Sept 6th

Did you know we discount our rates for the early summer reservations?! Same vacation with more money in your pocket!

Inquire via messenger or email us at [email protected] for more details

03/20/2024

We are offering a special rate for our Facebook friends!

Book a reservation for April or May and we will discount your rate by $20 per night! Inquire for more details and availability.

🌼 Happy Spring 🌼

03/07/2024

Availability for ☀️ Summer 2024 ☀️

Our property is a two unit building, accommodating up to 6 people per unit. It's a perfect set up for a Vacation with friends or family.

And the BEST view 🌅

6/22-6/29
6/29-7/6 ×----> BOOKED
7/20-7/27 Both Units!
7/27-8/3 Both Units!

Send us a message before these weeks fill up!

02/26/2024

We now have two weeks open in July for BOTH Units!

This is a great opportunity to vacation together, while having your own space. Our spot can accommodate up to 6 per unit or 12 for the house. Perfect for a group of friends, couples or family and grandparents.

These weeks fill up fast! Message or email at [email protected] for more information.

02/22/2024

Planning your summer vacation?

We have open weeks in June, July and September! Don't miss out on this view!

09/23/2023

Another Friday Fall Sunset... and it never gets old

09/16/2023

Tonight's sunset progression was pure fire! The beauty before the storm

09/10/2023

This view. So relaxing and so peaceful.

We have openings this fall. Pull up a seat on the wharf for this view every night!

08/20/2023

Who needs a weekend getaway or a week of working remotely with a view?!

We have open availability from August 26 through September 21st. Email or send a message to inquire

🌅 You do NOT want to miss those fall sunsets

08/13/2023

This week is still available! We will offer a $300 discount for the week.... Book today 🌞

07/30/2023

AUGUST WEEK AVAILABLE!

We have the week 8/26-9/2 available. We are offering the week at a discounted rate of $1500, all fees included. A savings of over $200!

Send us a message or email to book
[email protected]

07/28/2023

We just has a cancellation for September!

We now have availability 9/2-9/16 for our Posey Unit. Get the summer weather with the Fall rates! AND the summer crowds have gone home. Its the best time to visit!

Email at [email protected] to inquire.

06/24/2023

🌞 Saturday cleaning crew 🌞

She made sure everything was perfectly placed and sparkling clean for our guests for the week!

05/23/2023

Spring and early summer visits are so refreshing!

05/21/2023

We have one week still available for summer 2023!

August 26th - September 2nd. AND in our opinion one of the best weeks of the summer to visit. Most crowds have gone home to get ready for the new school year, but all the summer activities, outing, and weather are still here to enjoy.

Book & pay in full before the end of May and we will give you $100 off!

05/18/2023

Here is a bit of a sneak peek 👀

05/17/2023

A little house facelift has started!

05/10/2023

We have a June cancellation!

Available week stay for June 17-24th for our first floor unit. We are offering this week for $1200 all taxes and fees included. That's a 15% savings.

Start your summer off right with a vacation or take a week to work remotely with some beautiful views!

Message us directly or email [email protected]

05/07/2023

Weekend project with a much needed deck refresh. It is gorgeous! HUGE thank you to the the wonderful husbands Chuck, Chris, and Dustin. The guys behind the scenes of our wonderful slice of island life.

03/04/2023

We had another week open up for BOTH UNITS for a PEAK WEEK in July! Check out our availability below for summer 2023.

June 3 - 10 --- Upstairs Unit
July 15 - 22 --- Upstairs Unit
July 29 - August 5 --- BOTH UNITS!
August 19 - 26 --- Upstairs Unit
August 26 - September 2 --- Upstairs Unit

We have lots of weekend open in Spring and Fall for those that want to visit outside of the busy summer season.

Send a message or email [email protected] to Inquire

02/27/2023

AUGUST AVAILABILITY!

We had a cancellation for August 19-26 for BOTH units!

This is a prime week and perfect for a group, be it friends, family or a mix. Our house is ideal for a vacation with a group! Plenty of space to spend time together on the decks or lawn space, while allowing you to retreat to your own space at the end of the day. Each unit sleeps up to 6 people. Walking distance to 2 restaurants, one coffee/sandwich shop and a candy and ice cream store. And Harpswell has so much more to offer!

Message or email [email protected] to inquire.

AND Check out that view ⬇️

02/06/2023

We got a makeover during the deep freeze that happened over the last couple days. The sea fog redecorated the house with a thick layer of sea frost.

Who needs a vacation with a frosty view!

10/26/2022

November Special!

Need a week of respite or working remotely with a new view? We are offering a weeks stay for $1000. No hidden fees or additional taxes. Thanksgiving weeks is still open and we have fantastic kitchens for cooking a full dinner or lobster for the holiday!

We will be open until 12/31 for weekend getaways or week+ long stays. The island is quiet and peaceful this time of year. Take advantage!

10/08/2022

Anyone need a fall vacation with this view? We have openings for November!

03/03/2021

Want to vacation with a group? We have the BEST house for groups to travel together!

Our house has two separate, fully equipped units that are perfect for a trip with friends or family. And we have some PRIME summer weeks still available! Email us to book today!

6/26-7/3
7/3-7/10 (in view of 🎆)
7/17-7/24
8/21-8/28

Address

11 Merritt House Road
Orrs Island, ME
04066

Website

http://www.shorehousemaine.com/

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This spectacular view never gets old! We hope you enjoy the natural beauty our special spot had to offer.