You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Remarkable Four Gable House Overlooking Friendship Harbor
This unique four gable property offers something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're a couple on the hunt for a much needed getaway or a large group planning a reunion bash, Ocean Gables is waiting for you! This house includes four suites complete with private bathrooms and four additional bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor. The double living room boasts a wood stove and ample seating. Wonderful Friendship Harbor views greet you in every front window of the house. Watching the vibrant sunset on the front porch with colorful Adirondack chairs is a relaxing vacation in itself. The shared dock is just a few steps away and includes a mooring. You’ll be sure to leave with priceless memories that last a lifetime.
Property manager
Shawn
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Car required
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Wood stove
Entertainment
TV
Video games
DVD player
Books
Video library
Stereo
Games
Music library
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the sea
In a rural location
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)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Friendship, ME
What's nearby
Rockland Harbor Park - 29 min drive
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 29 min drive
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 33 min drive
Tenants Harbor Marina - 39 min drive
Marshall Point Lighthouse - 49 min drive
Getting around
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Jameson Point Lobster Company - 5 min drive
The Quarry Tavern - 39 min drive
Happy Clam - 38 min drive
Village Ice Cream - 46 min drive
The Black Harpoon - 46 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Remarkable Four Gable House Overlooking Friendship Harbor pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Remarkable Four Gable House Overlooking Friendship Harbor?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Remarkable Four Gable House Overlooking Friendship Harbor?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Remarkable Four Gable House Overlooking Friendship Harbor located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from St. George River and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Maine State Prison Store. General Henry Knox Museum and Fawcett's Antique Toy and Art Museum are also within 16 mi (25 km).
Remarkable Four Gable House Overlooking Friendship Harbor Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Katie D.
20 July 2024
Could use some TLC
Enough beds and bathrooms for our group. Surprised that sheets were provided at the end of the beds but we had to make the beds. Fire pit was a nice feature that everyone enjoyed. The house is a bit run down - in need of some paint, the windows were dirty, and the upholstery on livingroom furniture was grungy. A few small improvements would go a long way.
Katie D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Gerry Z.
19 August 2023
Ocean Gables Redux
We stayed here over 20 years ago when it had been renovated to become a B and B to celebrate a 50 wedding anniversary (my wife's aunt and uncle).
While this week we had a good time with family, it is obvious that this premises is very out dated and requires attention to the interior amenities. Exterior maintenance is non existent. This potentially lovely property is no more than average. Its strengths are its location and the ability to accommodate large numbers of guests.
Gerry Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Larry K.
17 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Maine Vacation
our family had a wonderful week the house we stayed at was very quaint, we enjoyed the stay. We were able to buy lobsters right off the boat. Just a wonderful week
Larry K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica W.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot to Vacation with a Large Family
Wonderful spot to visit with our family of 20! Certainly has a rustic/ historic vibe, but has all the essentials. Amazing view of the water and in a nice quiet spot. Very relaxing and would come again
Jessica W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
lisa g.
3 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Get what you pay for
Our group of 11 (ages 4 to 80's). bed/bath is different that listed. One lower suite is no longer available. This eliminates the double queen bedroom and bath. There is an additional bedroom on the main level but no connected bath. Thus 3 bedroom suites with bath, one full bath upstairs for 4 bedrooms and 1 bedroom main level and a common area 1/2 bath. Stairs to upper level bedrooms very steep. Home fairly clean but lower suite bedroom with bath did have ants. Garbage by garage was overflowing when we arrived. It was picked up Thursday. Propane for grill ran out after one use. Hot water supply is very limited. The traffic for the pier across the street seems to shift with the tides so there were nights the trucks came between 11 pm and 4 am. The house had lots of space for people to spread out, kitchen is well stocked. all towels, sheets, beach towels, small shampoo containers, laundry soap and trash bags were provided. Each room had fans which was nice.
There were left over spices from previous guests. You can purchase lobster directly from the dock across the street or across the harbor. Wallace's market and Jameson restaurant are both convenient with reasonable prices. You will are pretty rural so most sights are 45 minutes + away. Wifi is there but not fast. Monitor email for last minute email with security code: this changed from a previous letter so we were locked out at first.
lisa g.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
28 June 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay with a large group however be prepared to spend a few hours cleaning once arrived
The house while old was okay, however not kept clean and felt we were getting the run around from Shawn about getting things cleaned. The kitchen was filthy when we arrived with crumbs, greasy stove, cobwebs and dried liquids in the fridge. There was popcorn all over the floor under dining table, and family room. You could tell it hadn't been swept. Toothpaste in bathroom sinks. Also the power went out for 2 days in two of the bathrooms and was never resolved by the “cleaning person". The outside of the house had no sidewalks to get to the house and was dangerous for the older guests to come and go. That being said we did enjoy the location as it was near the inlet and the kids enjoyed scavenging for shells.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lois M.
23 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a large group
Although it is an older house and the room configuration is odd, the flexibility for our group of 10 adults and four children under the age of 5 was great! The neighborhood is more longterm residents, so it didn't have a touristy feel. We were able to watch fishing boats coming and going from the cabin and we were close enough to the water to make several daily trips on foot. Within a mile, there is a wonderful "has everything" market and a seafood restaurant. It would be hard to find a better place for the price and the location!
Lois M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Trudy D.
18 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend at Ocean Gables
We had a fabulous time in Friendship. There was more than enough room for 13 adults and one toddler. Everyone had their own space. The stairs to the top floor were steep but not a problem. Laura is awesome to work with!
Trudy D.
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
26 July 2018
Unclean and infested
We were a group of 4 families with small children that stayed at the Ocean gables over the July 4th vacation. We faced following issue during our stay
- First of the property is not in a great shape and surely doesn’t justify kind of asking price per night. Some of the rooms and really crampy and staircases are too steep and starting giving away is certain places.
- There is a no AC and the property had very less fans and most of them were broken. We had to rush a Walmart 30 mins away to buy new fans to make it through the night
- Grill had empty propane tank even though landlady had suggested otherwise. This lead to a second trip to Wal-Mart and we lost almost 2 hours back and forth causing a lot of inconvenience of the day we arrived.
- Window sills had dust and dead insects for ages. Most of the windows malfunction
- Some of the beds were broken . This was immense displeasure.
- Above all property is infested by mice and insects. Especially in the kitchen area.
I surely will not recommend this proprty
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
18 July 2018
So much potential
This house was the right size for our large family vacation. The location and view was amazing. Laura was easy to work with and she was very accommodating. But this house needs a lot of work. We understand it is an old Maine house. The house is very well stocked with pots/pans, dishes, and linens. When we needed more towels we had them within 24 hours.
It would have been nice to have dressers and hangers in the closets. Living out of a suitcase for 8 days, was difficult. Each bathroom needs a bath mat. Stepping onto a wet floor was dangerous. Not all bathrooms had trash cans. There were broken windows. When you arrive, bring toilet paper- there is not one roll in the house. The ceilings are in bad shape and mold is visible. The septic system is very sensitive. (Just be aware) You have to go up and down the very steep stairs to the second floor. Small children and the elderly shouldn’t stay on this floor.
This house was exactly what we needed for such a large party and we loved Friendship, Maine. We had a great time! I just wish I could have read more reviews before booking.