Seal House
Perfect for a getaway with friends or family, Seal House is a historic seaside cottage in the heart of Lubec that sleeps 7 adults and offers plenty of charm.
Seal House is an amenity-packed historic seaside cottage in the heart of Lubec, Maine. Built in 1920 by the same builder (John Trecartin) who designed the famous Roosevelt Cottage on nearby Campobello Island, Seal House is truly a Maine classic with its white picket fence, majestic Johnson Bay views, and cozy bouldered fire pit.
Our music room features a collection of 600 classic records passed down to us through generations, to the living room, centered around a fireplace flanked with family and local artwork, you’ll find plenty of charm and character in Seal House. Along with modern luxuries, such as brand new appliances, luxurious bedding, fully-stocked pantry, you’ll also find the history of Lubec woven throughout the home, present in maps, photos and artifacts that line the walls.
Thoughtfully-designed featuring 3 bedrooms (four beds) and 1 bath, this private home is perfect for a couples getaway, family vacation or solo-traveler trip. The house also features access to a shared outdoor boulder fire pit, cushioned Adirondack chairs and benches, picnic table with umbrella overlooking the sea, Weber propane grill, and herb garden for your enjoyment. Rainy day? No problem. Relax indoors in the kitchen and/or mudroom which features ample space for dining, or the music room which includes a piano, guitar, reading nook, and much more!
Seal House is steps away from downtown Lubec, and minutes away from world-class Bold Coast hiking. Nearby parks include Cobscook Shores, a series of 15 newly created waterfront parks, and Quoddy State Park, which features the famous West Quoddy Lighthouse. We are also just across the border from Canada’s Campobello island - so be sure to bring your passport! This beautiful island features stunning views and abundant wildlife, including whales, eagles, and seals.
Seal House Details
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Seal House is a well-appointed, one-of-a-kind seaside cottage w/sunset views of Johnson Bay in the heart of Lubec with lots of charm and style.
Accommodates: 7 adults
Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 4
Minimum Stay: 2 Nights
Check-in / Check-out: 4 PM / 10 AM
Due to the delicate nature of our décor, Seal House is not suitable for pets or children under 13.
Size: approx. 1200 square feet, spread across two floors
Please note that the bedrooms are only accessible by stairs.
When you rent Seal House you will have the entire house to yourself with a private entrance. Please note that the outdoor space is shared with our other Tiny House rental. The owners live on the property in a fisherman’s shack and are available for anything you need.
1) LIVING ROOM:
Original and eclectic art collection, complimentary fully-stocked bar cart (please note if you would like alcohol removed prior to arrival) leather sectional seats 5 plus an arm chair and 2 ottomans, propane indoor fireplace, board games (BIRD BINGO, PUB TRIVIA, SCRABBLE, CLUE, MONOPOLY, RISK board games/puzzles, cards.) DVD collection, 2 throws, EXPAND FURNITURE coffee table with two pop-up tables for eating or computer use, 32” SAMSUNG FRAME TV, NETFLIX, HULU, HBO MAX, APPLE TV, DISNEY PLUS, DVD player and 2 iPhone and 2 Android cords.
2) MUDROOM:
Views of Johnson’s Bay. One table and 2 chairs and one bench seat for 2 people, Maine Picnic pack basket with tablecloth and utensils etc, 6 L.L. BEAN Beach towels and LL BEAN BAG, high-quality wool (PENDLETON and ICELANDIC) blankets to stay warm fireside, First-Aid kit and bug spray, sunscreen, flashlight, original and eclectic artwork, 2 binoculars, 4 umbrellas, flashlight, coat and shoe rack.
3) KITCHEN:
FURNITURE:
IKEA INGATROP EXTENDABLE DINING TABLE for 6 people (7 people is possible however a bit cramped,) Eat-in kitchen has cushioned seating for 5 plus 2 cushioned EXPAND FURNITURE folding chairs, 1 butcher block with storage underneath, one glassware hutch, 1 countertop stool, pin up board, peg board with utensils, cookbooks focused on Maine cuisine
APPLIANCES: GE PROFILE French Door Fridge, GE PROFILE smart gas range, BIG CHILL microwave, SMEG coffee-maker, SMEG 4-slice toaster, coffee-grinder, French coffee press, KITCHEN-AID hand-mixer, LE CREUSET tea kettle, Cuisinart double Belgian waffle maker.
COOKWARE: ALL-CLAD copper core, sauce pan, skillet, frying pan and pasta pot. Lobster pot and additional large stainless pots, roasting pan, LODGE cast iron skillet, OXO steel salad spinner, colander, brownie pan, small, med. large mixing bowls (both steel and glass) and cooking vessels, spice collection, fire extinguisher, baking pans, pie pan, muffin pan, WUSTHOF 16-piece block knife collection, Crate and Barrel jute place mats, Legonart bread bin, Le Creuset trivet and tea kettle, large serving tray, glass domed cake plate, straw holder and paper straws, glass and steel measuring cups, cheese grater vegetable peeler, egg slicer, spatula, silicone baster brush, ice cream scooper, lemon juicer, ladles, pizza pan, pizza slicer and server, oil and vinegar, pot holders, rolling pin, 2 butcher blocks, glass cutting board, baking rack, slate cheese board, small/medium/large sieves, whisks, pasta spoon, potato masher, variety of spatulas, sieve spatula, lighter, can opener, poultry shears, thermometer, sauce spoons, large and small ladle, stiffer, meat forks, baster, scissors, dough cutter, large baking cups, kebob sticks, small and large bowls, dinnerware, coffee mugs, pepper grinder, oil and vinegar dispenser, coffee jar, water bottle, serving silverware, turkey lifting forks, wooden spoons, casserole dishes, apron, variety of Tupperware, drying rack, drink pitcher, spatula strainer, tea pot
GLASSWARE: champagne glasses, white/red glasses, martini glasses, cordial glasses, beer glasses, coupe glasses, water glasses, high ball glasses, low ball glasses, margarita glasses, parfait glasses
DINNERWARE AND SILVERWARE for 7 people: variety of WEDGEWOOD, VILLEROY and BOCH, CRATE and BARREL etc. dinnerware, pasta plates, soup bowls and plates, serving dishes, high quality silverware, knife sharpener, cloth napkins, napkins rings, red/white checked cotton picnic tablecloth
4) MUSIC ROOM:
Over 600 vinyl albums and retro record player, arm chair and foot rest, one EXPAND FURNITURE velvet lounge chair and one velvet ottoman, eclectic music book/DVD collection, 2 throw blankets, eclectic collection of music-themed books, original art and concert posters, disco ball, guitar music books, non-fiction music books, coffee table books, concert DVD collection
INSTRUMENTS:***All instruments are available to play to guests***
1 MONOCHORD piano made in occupied Japan and other musical, Madeira acoustic guitar, Fender Stratacaster guitar, Martin backpack guitar, Concerter banjo, wooden flutes, dulcimer instrument, tambourine, vibra slap, harmonicas, harmonica neck rack
5) HALLWAY:
Vintage photographs of the sardine industry in Lubec, original art, local maps, F.D.R. family memorabilia and photos, eclectic small book collection, hallway mirror
6) CAPTAIN's QUARTER'S:
FOUR SEASONS queen-size mattress, RALPH LAUREN percale cotton 464 thread count sheet set, HOTEL COLLECTION PRIMALOFT luxury down-alternative comforter, MATOUK LIBERO down-alternative pillows (2 pillows per person,) plush- quilted down-alternative mattress topper, 2 RALPH LAUREN Euro Shams and 1 cotton blanket. Clothing rack, double luggage rack, vintage trunk for storage, bureau 2 RESTORATION HARDWARE Hotel Satin Stitch Turkish cotton robes and 2 pairs of slippers, eclectic captain-themed artwork and antiques, antique desk and cushioned chair, 2 bedside table lights, comfortable sitting chair with throw, RESTORATION HARDWARE marble bistro table, fresh flowers and glass water bottle, glasses and tray bedside, 2 iPhone and 2 Android chargers bedside. Small nautical-theme book collection bedside. Views of Johnson's Bay.
7) BIRD ROOM:
FULL-SIZE mattress, CUDDLEDOWN and IKEA sheeting, HOTEL COLLECTION PRIMALOFT luxury down-alternative comforter, MATOUK LIBERO down-alternative pillows, plush quilted down-alternative mattress topper, (2 Euro Shams and 2 pillows per person) hand-sewn quilt. closet with accordion door, luggage rack, bureau, 2 terrycloth robes, original artwork and bird-themed memorabilia throughout, 2 reading lights, fresh flowers and glass water bottle, glasses and tray bedside, 2 nightstands, 2 iPhone and 2 Android chargers bedside, closet with accordion doors, full-length mirror. Views of Johnson's Bay.
8) WHALE ROOM:
FULL-SIZE mattress, IKEA bedding with BELGIAN linen Euro shams, HOTEL COLLECTION PRIMALOFT luxury down-alternative comforter, quilted mattress pad, RALPH LAUREN blanket- TWIN bed, IKEA bedding, Euro sham, IKEA down-alternative comforter, white cotton blanket, trunk for storage, closet, 2 terrycloth robes, ROYAL classic manual typewriter, 2 small desks, whale-themed artwork, memorabilia and book collection. Vintage iron beds, 3 reading lights, small mirrors in closet, fresh flowers and glass water bottle, glasses and tray bedside, 2 iPhone and 2 Android chargers bedside. View of front yard with white picket fence, small side view of Johnson Bay (depending on the season.)
9) READING NOOK: Our newest addition to Seal House; this ultra tiny room with a window and partial view of Johnson Bay is perfect for alone time reading a book, remote work, watching a show on your computer/iPad and private phone conversations etc. It has a comfy armchair and ottoman, historic scenes and photos from Lubec and a tiny library of Lubec, Maine and Campobello Island books as well as a variety of eclectic books.
10) BATHROOM:
Vintage bath tub shower, vintage toilet, vintage pedestal sink, hair dryer, original local Lubec memorabilia and photographs, lobster crate lamp, extra bath towels, hand towel, MALIN & GOETZ peppermint shampoo, cilantro conditioner, lavender body wash, eucalyptus oil, Q-tips, cotton pads, cleaning supplies, makeup mirror, vanity mirror, EO lavender hand soap, MALIN & GOETZ rum body lotion, tissues, toilet paper, art freshener, mini sewing kit, bamboo toothbrushes, Tom's of Maine toothpaste, mini mouthwash dispenser, eye masks
10) OUTDOORS:
Four white wooden cushioned Adirondack chairs, 2 side tables, 2 white benches, 1 picnic table with umbrella exclusively for your use, WEBER E-310 propane grill, folding side table and BBQ tools, shared bouldered fire pit overlooking Johnson Bay with sunset views . Exclusive use of white picket fenced front yard.
***We also have a luxury tiny house on the property for rent if you need additional space. Please inquire with us, if interested.
Guest access: The front yard is exclusively for Seal House guests and the backyard and bouldered firepit are shared with guests who stay at our luxury Tiny House which is on the property as well. Owners live in the tiny fisherman's shack on the property as well as living 4 houses down at another home called Eagle's Landing. One car only at Seal House and if you need additional parking you can park for free at our other parking spot down the street at Eagles' Landing.
***Owners have exclusive access to basement which has a separate entrance on back of house.
***No pets allowed on the premises.
Seal House is not child-proofed and isn’t suitable for children under 13 years of age.
***No smoking indoors.
Other things to note: Please note that if you have challenges with stairs, or are very tall, then Seal House is probably not the right fit for you. This is a 100-plus year old home and all of the bedrooms are upstairs. People with difficulty with staircases etc. may consider staying at our luxury Tiny House on the property instead which is all one level.
If you are over 5'10" tall then you will have to slightly duck your head when entering the Captain's Quarters. The top of the door entrance is approx 5'10" and the ceiling height is approximately 7' plus feet.
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CAPTAIN’S QUARTERS
1 Queen Bed with ocean bay view.
Desk and chair, reading arm chair and lamp, vintage storage trunk luggage rack, clothing rack, bureau, 2 nightstands, 2 reading bedside lamps, bedside water bottle, glasses, fresh flowers and maritime-themed décor. 2 Restoration Hardware terry-cloth robes. 2 iPod/Android chargers
Upper level - ***stairs required.
BIRD ROOM
1 Full bed with ocean bay view.
Luggage rack, shelves-only closet, chair, 2 iPhone/Android chargers, chair, original bird artwork, 2 Restoration Hardware Terry-cloth robes, 2 nightstands, 2 reading lamps, beside water bottle, glasses and fresh flowers.
Upper level - ***stairs required.
WHALE ROOM
1 Full bed and 1 twin bed with front garden street view/partial ocean bay view.
Closet, 2 small desks, storage trunk, local whale-theme décor, whale book collection for reading, water bottles and glasses, fresh flowers, bedside reading lamps. Working vintage-inspired Royale typewriter, 2 Terry-cloth robes. 2 iPod/Android chargers
Upper level - stairs required.
***Please note that due to the vintage nature of Seal House, the entrance to the Captain’s Quarters and part of the Bird Room and bathroom have low ceiling clearance. The entrance to The Captain’s Quarters is 5’10” high.
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Views – Ocean bay views from almost every room of the house
Centrally located - Seal House is located in the heart of the historic town of Lubec. Just 2 blocks from the grocery store and steps from downtown’s restaurants, including The Inn At The Wharf.
COMPLIMENTARY PANTRY INCLUDES: Josh Pond Farms blueberries (in freezer,) locally-made granola, Stonewall Kitchen pancake/waffle mix, eggs, milk, orange juice, quick oats, Kate's Maine butter, local blueberry jam, Ghirardelli Hot Cocoa mix, S'Mores kit, almonds, walnuts, raisins, chocolate chips, dried apricots, Maine-made, honey and maple syrup, flour, sugar, spices, salt, baking soda/powder, cornstarch, agave syrup, Sweet'N Low, oils (olive, canola and grape seed) balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, cooking spray, pasta, tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, rice, local and gourmet loose teas as well as a variety of tea bags (herbal and caffeinated) ketchup, hot sauce, Soy sauce, mayo and locally made, Raye's Mustard.
FRIDGE/KITCHEN/BAR CART:
White and red wine, lemon water, flavored seltzer, drink mixers. OPEN BAR CART: Maine-made vodka, bourbon, and wild Maine blueberry liqueur, gin, tequila, whiskey, rum, red/white vermouths, Angostura bitters, garnishes (olives, and onions,)
BAR TOOLS: shaker, Hawthorne strainer, muddler, wine opener, wine/champagne stoppers, double jigger, mixing spoon, ice tongs, toothpicks, Craft Cocktail Party recipe book.
COOKWARE: All-Clad copper-core sauce pans, frying pan, skillet, pasta pot. Lodge Cast-iron grill pa, 6 qt stockpot, Wusthof 16-piece knife block, lobster pot, basting brush, pasta spoon, spatulas, silicone spoon, lighter, tongs, meat fork, grater, oyster shucker knife, ice cream scooper, cheese knife, chip clips, extensive collection of cooking utensils, serving dishes and tray, baking pans and trays, casserole dish, roasting pan, hand juicer, whisk, mixing bowls, glass bowl, salad tongs, knife collection, scissors, bread box, baking pan, measuring cups and spoons, Bodum Chambord French press, mini-tea pot.
Cookbooks from Maine are also available for your use.
Fully stocked bar - A variety of alcohols and mixers, cocktail glasses, and shakers. Please note if you would like alcohol removed prior to arrival.
Living Room – Leather sectional sofa with cable TV.
Shared backyard overlooking the bay
Fire pit – Shared outdoor wood fire pit with ocean bay views. There are four white Adirondack chairs, one bench and 2 side tables for your use.
Outdoor dining space - Exclusive use of a picnic table with large umbrella.
Music Room - Record collection of over 600 hundred records, piano (Monochord,) several guitars, and other instruments for your enjoyment. The music room is also equipped with a disco ball and Bose Bluetooth speaker.
WiFi – High speed internet (300 MBPS) throughout the house and outdoors.
Entertainment – SPECTRUM Cable TV, HBO MAX, HULU, APPLE TV, DISNEY-PLUS, AMAZON PRIME, games, DVDs, small library of classic and contemporary books.
Grill –WEBER SPIRIT E-310 propane grill.
Parking - Parking for one vehicle is on-site, additional parking available 4 doors down.
First aid kit, flashlight, Maine picnic back-pack basket, umbrellas, 2 binoculars, ice cooler, Pendleton/Icelandic wool blankets, L.L. Bean beach towels, L.L. Bean XL tote bag.
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Seal House is under one half acre and there are two other tiny houses on the property; a luxury rental for max 2 people as well as an owner's tiny house.
We strive to make our guests feel relaxed, comfortable and at peace. Please be considerate of neighbors and other guests late at night.
***Seal House is not child-proof and not suitable for children under 10 years old.
***No parties/ events or outside guests permitted on the property without owners permission.
***No pets allowed.
***No smoking indoors.
***No illegal drug use or under-age drinking on the premises.
***No indoor lighted candles allowed except in living room, kitchen and mudroom.
***Quiet Hours-10p.m.-6a.m.
***Check-in: 4p.m.
***Check-out is 10 a.m.
***If you would like all of the alcohol and wine removed before your stay, please let us know and we will do so in advance.
***Only one vehicle can park at Seal House and one for our Tiny House. If you are staying at Seal House and have more than one vehicle, we have additional free parking five doors down at our other property called Eagles Landing.
Seal House - Living Room
Seal House - Kitchen
Seal House - Captain’s Bedroom
Seal House - Bird Bedroom
Seal House - Whale Bedroom
Seal House - Music Room
Seal House - Bathroom
Seal House - Mudroom
Seal House - Reading Nook
Seal House - Exterior and Outdoor Amenities
Photo Credit: Justin Smulski