10/10 Excellent
Gale S.
24 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House - walking distance from a great beach.
Gale S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Classic Beach Cottage - Short Walk to Kennebunk Beach
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12204.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kennebunk Beach, ME
- Gooch's Beach15 min walk
- Kennebunk Beach1 min drive
- Dock Square5 min drive
- Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Classic Beach Cottage - Short Walk to Kennebunk Beach
The Bait Can is a wonderful summer refuge for families and groups of friends. Enjoy the southern Maine seacoast, beautiful crescent beaches with the softest sand you'll ever feel, delicious lobsters and seafood, a great getaway for those who want to escape the hot summer. Bring a sweater or sweatshirt for the cool evening temps!
The home was built by the owners' great (and great-great) grandfather who built several beach cottages in Kennebunk Beach during the early 20th century. It has been lovingly maintained and enjoyed by five generations of family.
Built in 1922, the house is in original condition throughout, but with upgraded kitchen and bathrooms. You'll love the enclosed outdoor shower and claw foot tub! The Bait Can is a charming, informal home, loved by all - a great place to hang out and relax.
Within a short walk, bike or drive the Kennebunk Beach area offers all of the amenities that make for a great vacation. Bring your children and grandchildren, bring your pets, bring your friends and enjoy a great vacation in 'Vacationland.'
The home was built by the owners' great (and great-great) grandfather who built several beach cottages in Kennebunk Beach during the early 20th century. It has been lovingly maintained and enjoyed by five generations of family.
Built in 1922, the house is in original condition throughout, but with upgraded kitchen and bathrooms. You'll love the enclosed outdoor shower and claw foot tub! The Bait Can is a charming, informal home, loved by all - a great place to hang out and relax.
Within a short walk, bike or drive the Kennebunk Beach area offers all of the amenities that make for a great vacation. Bring your children and grandchildren, bring your pets, bring your friends and enjoy a great vacation in 'Vacationland.'
Property manager
Margy Hall
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets are welcome! Limit of 2.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Kennebunk
Located in Kennebunk, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bette-Jean's and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Kennebunk Beach, ME
What's nearby
- Mother's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Gooch's Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Kennebunk Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
- Kennebunkport Harbor - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Dock Square - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Maine Diner - 8 min drive
- Alisson's Restaurant - 5 min drive
- Federal Jack's - 5 min drive
- Litchfields - 8 min drive
- Pilot House Restaurant - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kendra C.
20 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best Maine beach vacation!
Kendra C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ernest R., Vermont
27 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need for an ocean vacation.
Ernest R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hardy M.
18 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Enjoyable stay at the Bait Can
Hardy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
27 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FANTASTIC!!!!!
Brian P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
K S.
27 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stay.
K S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mike P., Washington, DC
20 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house right across from the beach
Mike P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Christy P.
20 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Christy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Peter L., Scituate, MA, USA
13 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Maine summer cottage experience
Peter L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
MJ M.
3 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family getaway
MJ M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
David H.
17 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fastastic week with family and friends
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
tamera a.
11 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect summer week @ the Bait Can!
tamera a.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Leslie G.
21 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family reunion
Leslie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sue and Chris H.
21 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bait Can
Sue and Chris H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Joanne C., Dedham MA USA
16 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Our vacation at The Bait Can
Joanne C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Trina B.
28 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay at the Bait Can
Trina B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jay F.
27 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
Jay F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
sherril b.
2 October 2018
A lovely experience on the East Coast
sherril b.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Ellen B.
25 September 2018
Perfect Beach Cottage
Ellen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
caroline s.
6 August 2018
Third wonderful stay
caroline s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Kathy A.
5 August 2018
The Bait Can is perfect for a family vacation.
Kathy A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Natalie D., United States
16 July 2018
Bait Can
Natalie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Dawn C.
10 July 2018
Wonderful location and owner is great!
Dawn C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey M.
25 June 2018
Never want to leave!
Lindsey M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Alison K.
16 June 2018
Perfect family vacation
Alison K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Margy Hall
The Bait Can is co-owned by the Hall and Ryder families. Margy Hall is the great-granddaughter of Charles W. Arnold, who built the Bait Can for his 4th daughter (Margy's grandmother) in 1922, as a wedding gift. She now shares ownership with her husband Burt, and her children, Katie and Tim, and their spouses, Jon and Amanda. Our summers growing up were spent in this wonderful house.
Why they chose this property
What makes this property unique
KBIA (www.kbia.org) offers a wide variety of children's activities and programs, and is located just a 5-minute walk from the house - next to the beach.
Check out local favorites - Nunan's Lobster Hut, in Cape Porpoise, All-Day Breakfast in Lower Village, Merrifield's for berry picking, the Lobster Company on Rt. 1 in Arundel for fresh (live) lobsters and seafood, Cape Arundel Golf Club (where the Bush's play), Rachel Carson Nat'l Wildlife Refuge, great outlet shopping in nearby Kittery and Freeport (home of L.L. Bean).
Check out local favorites - Nunan's Lobster Hut, in Cape Porpoise, All-Day Breakfast in Lower Village, Merrifield's for berry picking, the Lobster Company on Rt. 1 in Arundel for fresh (live) lobsters and seafood, Cape Arundel Golf Club (where the Bush's play), Rachel Carson Nat'l Wildlife Refuge, great outlet shopping in nearby Kittery and Freeport (home of L.L. Bean).
Languages:
English, Spanish
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