Located in Cape Elizabeth, this guesthouse is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Old Orchard Beach Pier.
Travelling with kids? Consider Bayside Bowl and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum.
What's nearby
Crescent Beach State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Crescent Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Two Lights State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Cape Elizabeth Light - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Portland Head Light - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
Getting around
Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Pleasant Hill Cafe - 10 min drive
Red's Dairy Freeze - 8 min drive
A&C Soda Shop - 10 min drive
Amato's Sandwich Shops - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
About this property
Beaches, Trails, Hammock, Fire-Pit, Peaceful!
The Kettle Cove neighborhood is beautiful and relaxing, safe and quiet, and the two beaches are steps away. We live in our 200 year-old farm house, and we love to host guests at our guesthouse , which is separate, independent, and private. We are always happy to share the huge lawn and fire-pit with our guests. We are quiet, yet friendly, inviting and respectful of our guests' privacy. The Red-Brick patio in the back yard is reserved for our guests. We live in the house attached to our guesthouse, and we enjoy hosting guests from around the world. We are quiet and friendly, and all of our interaction with our guests is at their pleasure. LONGER THAN WEEKLY STAYS ARE WELCOME.
Property manager
Shawn
Amenities
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
Shoes are NOT ALLOWED inside the home at anytime. If guests aren't comfortable barefoot, we recommend to bring indoor only, clean house slippers.
Please register all guests who would be staying at the guesthouse.
Quiet time after 10:30pm.
Thank you.
Please leave the home the same way it was delivered at time of check in.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Beaches, Trails, Hammock, Fire-Pit, Peaceful! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Beaches, Trails, Hammock, Fire-Pit, Peaceful!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beaches, Trails, Hammock, Fire-Pit, Peaceful!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beaches, Trails, Hammock, Fire-Pit, Peaceful! located?
This family-friendly Cape Elizabeth guesthouse is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay and Crescent Beach State Park. Crescent Beach and Two Lights State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
This cute little carriage house was built into the passageway behind the main house and the barn. It comfortably fit our party of 3 adults with a nice size kitchen, a single bathroom, and spacious seating areas both inside and out. Our flight was delayed, and when we arrived, there was yogurt and fruit in the fridge waiting for us. There is a stand selling ice cream, burgers, and lobster rolls within walking distance, and the Cape Elizabeth beach is a short drive away. Lovely stay!
BEWARE: This is a One Bedroom, with an adjoining study for a child or two (on an extra cot). This is not at all a three bedroom as listed. The so called 'third bedroom' is a windowless walk-in closet adjoining the main bedroom. All three so-called bedrooms adjoin each other so occupants must walk through the other 'bedrooms' in order to access the bathroom and the rest of the unit. This is not at all an appropriate space for more than one family, with a child or two. There is little privacy. The 'wall' between the main bedroom/bed and the study-bedroom/bed is a glass door that both beds rest against and is easily bumped into, making noise. The door between the main bedroom and the closet room is also a half-glass door with no curtain.
There was no AC connected, no screen doors for ventilation. The extra blankets/bedding appeared to not have been washed, especially since when unfolding one, a used condom fell out.
There were only enough towels for one per person and no beach towels provided. The dishes were sparse (no small plates or regular bowls). No adequate space provided to hang up damp items. Loud chimes hanging from front entry way. Lack of prior reviews indicates this is not a property experienced with such rentals.
The location is near to two small cove beaches without surf and full of smelly seaweed and flies. Best for families with very small children. The water was also full of seaweed and dead flies, so not conducive to swimming. The Higgins Beach and neighborhood is far superior (clean water for swimming, long beach to river, good surf) and there are actual cottages there for rent with real, non-adjoining bedrooms.
Once there, as two families/couples, we would not have been able to change the bedroom shortage and set up, so we simply had to work with it. It was significantly compromising to our enjoyment of the accommodation and a clearly fraudulent representation of it. Overpriced for the space provided.
When we raised this space issue with the host and asked for some fair compensation for the lack of a third legal bedroom and the privacy/adjoining issue, giving the host an opportunity to make it right, our legitimate concerns were completely dismissed. He claimed everyone else was fine with it.
That tells us there must not have been many others through there, and certainly few if any sharing/double families. The listing is brand new to VRBO. Know what you are getting for configuration before you go. The host isn't saying.