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Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Southport, ME
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore!

On the water with expansive views and a private deepwater dock on the property for your boat. This location cannot be beat. This year round home is located on Southport Island, a short five-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Boothbay Harbor. It is perched on the edge of Townsend Gut with water views from every room. You could easily spend the entire day watching the boats travel past from the porch while listening to the seagulls sing. Robinson’s Wharf (the island’s most popular restaurant) is a short walk away. The house underwent a full renovation in early 2018 which included all new furniture/ decorations and is ready for visitors! If you need more space a seasonal cottage adjacent to this property is also available for rent on VRBO #1380743.
The main level has an open floor plan with living, dining and kitchen that look out onto Townsend Gut – the views are stunning. Three sliding doors lead to the porch that is perfect for relaxing, watching the world go by and happy hour. This level also contains a large master bedroom with a queen bed and a full wall of windows overlooking Decker’s Cove. The master bathroom has ample closet space, double sinks and walk in shower. The main floor powder room includes a stackable washer/dryer for those lucky enough for longer stays.
The upper level views rival those of downstairs with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a tub shower. Two bedrooms have queen beds and the third bedroom has a pair of twin beds.
The property is stunning with new professional landscaping and ample space for lawn games or lounging under the large trees while watching the tides rise and fall. There is a private deepwater dock right in the yard if you want to bring your boat.
Southport Island is only a 5 minute drive from downtown Boothbay Harbor – just over the Townsend Gut Swing Bridge. Southport Island is close enough to Boothbay but also has its own restaurants and sites. Robinson’s Wharf, Cozy's Dockside and Newagen Inn are highly recommended restaurants on the island. Hendricks Head Beach is located on the west side of the island. Sailing, boating and kayaking are spectacular activities in and around the island. If you want to venture off the island, the Boothbay Harbor Region has extensive nature trails, lake swimming (Knickerbocker Lake), golfing, an aquarium and one of the best Botanical Gardens in the country.

** 2024: The Historic Southport Bridge will be under renovation throughout '24. During the summer months we have been told that they will be using power hand tools only and it will be down to one lane of traffic. They will be starting work in the early morning hours. Given the orientation of the house, we don't anticipate a lot of disruption to our renters but as a precaution we're adding room air conditioners to all the bedrooms to minimize any potential disturbance.

**you can also rent the 1 bedroom cottage on the property if you need more space. VRBO listing #1380743. Contact Kim for more info**

Property manager

Kim Cardwell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We sleep 8 when it's mostly couples otherwise we sleep 5 each in their own beds. We have space for up to a 25' boat; let us know.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Southport

Located in Southport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Boothbay Farmers' Market and Montsweag Flea Market. Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Southport, ME

What's nearby

  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Barrett Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 49 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cozys Dockside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Juniper Point and within 3 miles (5 km) of Maine State Aquarium and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library. Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Boothbay Harbor Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway place

The house is great for a family getaway, but it wasn’t perfect for us as four couples, since one bedroom had two twin beds and the beds and pillows were quite soft. Despite that, we had a wonderful stay and wouldn't let those minor issues overshadow our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Reunion

Great location Great water views, comfortable, clean and convenient to get into town Owner is very responsive
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Vacation

Great house, great location.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bihling W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

We loved everything about this house and it was just perfect for all of us. We had a range of ages from a toddler to grandparents and everyone had a great time. Kim is extremely detail oriented as she made sure we had child friendly items in the house including a highchair. She responded back to any questions I had in a timely manner. Check in and check out process was really seamless. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay , beautiful property

No glitches at all, very easy rental as advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our annual vacation to Maine with our second family

Doing this really isn't my thing..so i would rather not . My preference would be to talk to the owners of the establishment one on one. We had a nice vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P., Berwyn, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our time!

We loved it there! Beautiful house- great location- great kitchen. Loved sitting on the deck, using the fireplace, looking at the boats. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy l., Des Allemands, LA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends trip to Maine

The house was clean and well supplied amenities. Great view of harbor. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time to Maine

We had a wonderful at Kim’s house. It had everything we needed! Being right on the bay was amazing! Having a great restaurant next door just added to the magic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

Enjoyed,as expected
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House with Amazing Water Views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this charming house in Southport. The manager was terrific to work with and responded quickly to any inquiries we had. You are steps away from a delightful restaurant and the house is situated so you have wonderful views from all the rooms. The parking is a tiny challenge because of the ongoing work on the bridge next door but once we figured out a plan, it became quite easy. I would highly recommend this house to anyone craving a bucolic Maine rental with water views.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Southport spot

We have been coming to Southport for this fall weekend for many years, but just discovered this gem of a spot last year. What an amazing house with incredible views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Intergenerational Trip

This home was pretty much as shown in the listing. The first level bed/bath were ideal for the grandparents. Three upstairs bedrooms along with the separate cottage on the property gave us plenty of room for a large family gathering. We were familiar with the area, so we knew (and appreciated) the hustle and bustle of the busy cove. Home owner was easily accessible and answered communications quickly. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Our extended family stayed for 5 days and had a wonderful time. Beautiful setting, right on the water, with enough space for everyone. Very nice bathrooms and kitchen. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful water view

Beautiful water view. Enjoyed watching all the boats and having our boat at the convenient dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anja F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This is an incredible property, well kept and in a wonderful location. It’s a 6 minute drive from Booty Bay and had a great restaurant next door. Plenty of space for all of us with separate sleeping quarters which was great. The views are incredible. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boothbay waterview

Great location, beautiful view, very clean and a treat to have breakfast and happy hours out on the deck overlooking the waterfront. It was spacious and loved the openness surrounded by window views, just a little tight with bedrooms/bathrooms for 6 adults ... probably better with no more than 4 adults and kids. Great spot and an easy drive to attractions - would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time around

This was our second time renting this property. It is so clean and comfortable for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls week

Between the view, the beautiful home and the proximity to everything, we had a wonderful week! Highly recommend this home. It is well equipped with everything you need, including the stunning view for morning coffee. The home was very clean and extremely comfortable. It is well worth the money!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chip G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scenic board game getaway

Family spent a snug January weekend watching tide rise and fall while reading, puzzling, board gaming by the fire. Gorgeous space and view. Our group of 6 had plenty of space. Garage was a bonus in the snow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special Place!

Our second stay at this lovely waterfront house, and we hope to return soon! 2 adults and 2 teens for a week of nearly perfect blue skies and Maine summer weather. The home is comfortable and roomy with spectacular views of the water...it's basically in the water at high tide. Kim was just as super responsive and helpful on our couple small requests as she was the last time. We kept a 28 foot boat at the large dock, well protected in the cove so no need to move the boat to a mooring at night (unlike many other places in town with docks exposed to wind and waves). Bridge construction was ongoing but did not bother us. Thanks for having us Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location and Cleanliness

We had a wonderful experience at this home. The location is right next to a great restaurant and bar which is where the lobster boats dock - The only downside is you're right next to where the lobster boats dock, so very early AM is noisy with the drone of diesel motors. But it was a small item to deal with. We would most definitely book this home again but for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property with active wharf view

Enjoyed this nice property with a great view of the water and lobster boats through the expanse of windows or sitting on the balcony. Lots of sunshine coming in the house including the early Maine mornings! Kim is very responsive and helpful and nice to work with. Lobster at the Robinson’s Wharf restaurant is the best! They will boil it for takeout.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous vacation

Super house! Clean, organized, comfortable, great location, beautiful views. It was serenity Waking up to view of the Harbor and bedding was so comfortable. Adults and teens had a wonderful time in Southport, the house was perfect. The only thing that could’ve made it better is if the dock had a ladder so it would be easy to get back on the dock if you jumped in. Although that may not be allowed given the boats coming in. Just a suggestion.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caryn C.

A week of smiles

Thank you, Kim (and Craig) for a great week at this idyllic spot. The house was not only beautifully updated, but very comfortable as well! We cooked in and enjoyed many family game nights at the table with cool cross breezes. Not having to pick up/drop off keys was a nice plus. Our neighbors renting the cottage on the same property were also very kind. A big thumbs up :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Kim Cardwell

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A few friends, who specialize in small Colorado and Maine real estate ownership got together to purchase this unique waterfront home and cottage in one of our favorite Maine locations. I volunteered to manage the rentals.

Why they chose this property

We love being next door to Robinson's Wharf, a renowned and family friendly restaurant with an active lobster business.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests