Welcome to The Creek at 1256 Castine Rd, Penobscot, Maine!

Dear Guests,

Welcome! We hope you find your stay at The Creek both comfortable and relaxing. Below you will find useful information to help make your stay enjoyable and stress-free.

1. House Rules

-       Check-in/Check-out: Check-in is at 4 PM, and check-out is by 10 AM as per Vacasa policy. Please contact Vacasa if you need flexibility; we will accommodate if possible. More details can be found on the Vacasa listing.

-        Pets: Dogs are allowed as per Vacasa policy.  Shovels are provided to remove dog waste from lawn.

-       Quiet Hours: Please respect quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM to maintain peace with our neighbors.

2. Emergency Contacts

-       Local Emergency Number: 911 (For ambulance, fire, and police emergencies)
- Vacation Home Address: 1256 Castine Rd, Penobscot, Maine (Provide this address in case of emergencies)

-       Nearest Hospital: Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital, 57 Water St, Blue Hill, ME 04614, open 24 hours. Phone: (207) 374-3400

-       Emergency Veterinary Clinic: Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic, located at 15 Dirigo Drive, Brewer, ME 04412. Open Monday – Thursday from 5:30 PM to 8:00 AM, and continuously from 5:30 PM Friday to 8:00 AM Monday. Phone: (207) 989-6267, Email: clinic@emevc.com. For more information, you can visit their website.

3. Wi-Fi Access

- Network (SSID): thecreek
- Password: No password required.

4. House Amenities

• -Kitchen: Feel free to use all appliances and utensils, dishes, glasses etc.   The glass cabinet nearest the kitchen has items less likely to be needed and are mostly keepsakes and mementos. The glass cabinet along the wall contains service dishes, wine glasses, and other useful items that you are more than welcome to use.

• Laundry: Washer and dryer are available in the downstairs bathroom. Detergent and fabric softener are stored above the washer in a cabinet.

• Heating: There are two active thermostats, one on each floor. Additionally, the downstairs bedroom is equipped with a separate heat pump/AC unit, controlled by a remote control.

5. Local Attractions

• Area Brochures and Guidebooks: A complete selection is available on the bookshelf in the living room, providing information on local attractions, activities, and dining.

• Restaurants and Bars: There are many excellent restaurants in the Blue Hill, Bucksport, and Castine areas. We recommend exploring these locations for a variety of dining experiences.

• Nearest Store: Northern Bay Market, located at 177 Southern Bay Road, Penobscot, ME. Offers pizza, sandwiches, beer, live lobster, and gasoline. Open until 7 PM on most days.  Their kitchen does close earlier, be sure to call ahead.  Phone: (207) 326-8606.

• Shoreline Exploration: The property is yours to explore except for the lower camp which is not currently available for guests. Mowed paths lead to two easy access points along the shore, accessible for exploring the flats, sandbar, tide pools, and beach. Discover marine life such as periwinkles, crabs, moon snails, and hermit crabs, especially at low tide. Please respect the marine life and our neighbors. For regulations and health information on harvesting shellfish for personal consumption, please check the Maine Department of Marine Resources website.

6. Waste Disposal

- Garbage Collection: Garbage day is on Friday. Please place bagged trash in the barrel outside on Thursday night.
- Recycling: We recycle returnable beverage containers only. A specific bin for these containers is in the breezeway.  The town currently is unable to accept other separated recyclables, these should be combined with bagged garbage. 

7. Local Wildlife

The area around The Creek hosts a multitude of wildlife, including deer, raccoons, groundhogs, chipmunks, a pair of foxes, osprey, two pairs of eagles, sea ducks, seals and the occasional skunk and porcupine. None of these should pose a hazard to people or dogs. However, it is recommended that dogs not be allowed to run unattended, especially at night. Incidents with dogs and wildlife generally occur when the wildlife is suddenly surprised by a dog’s presence and hasn't had a chance to vacate the area.

8. Feedback

We love to hear what you think! Please feel free to leave us a note in the guest book or send us a message through your booking portal.

9. Safety Precautions

• Keep a safe distance from local wildlife.

• Please move the grill away from the wall when cooking.

• Use caution when swimming and follow common sense swimming precautions.  As with any body of water, wind, water, tides, currents and waves can be unpredictable.  

• Fires on the shore below the high tide mark are allowed by permit obtained through the Penobscot Fire Department. For more information, visit their website.  Please use caution and do not leave any fire unattended (this is enforced by law enforcement and local fire wardens).
  
  Penobscot Fire Department

10. Check-Out Procedures

Please adjust the thermostat, ensure all windows are closed, return the keys to lockbox if utilized, and make sure all personal items are removed.

11. Contact Information

All contact information for your stay, including inquiries and emergencies, is provided by Vacasa. They can be reached 24x7 at 1-800-544-0300.

Thank You!

We hope you have a wonderful stay. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.