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Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting

Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting

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Solarium. A nice place to eat and relax with bucolic view of fields  around
Sunroom
Back with sunroom
Dining room
Kitchen

Overview of Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6104 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Map
Kennebunkport, ME
  • Popular LocationKennebunkport Village Green5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDock Square5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWalker's Point6 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting

This charming cape is located between Kennebunkport Village and Cape Porpoise, a lobster fishing village. The house sits on a 0.8 acre lot, far enough from the main road.. We built a sunroom with a bucolic view on surrounding pastures. At night, we can view the stars in the sky or the fireflies outside. In summer, we enjoy the screened gazebo built in the shadow which is certainly the best place to eat. The house is close to the two main beaches in Kennebunk/Kennebunkport, Gooch's and Goose Rocks Beach. Each is very different and worth visiting. When looking at tidal pools, you can find young lobsters (which we once found shedding its shell), crabs, sand dollar, sea stars and Hermit crabs. Sea glass can also be found nearby. The pier in Cape Porpoise with a view of the lighthouse is also worth a visit.
The cape has 4 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 adults.
Bedroom 1- Queen
Bedroom 2- Queen futon
Bedroom 3- 2 Twin beds
Living room- reclining sofa and 2 chairs
Sunroom with papasan, swivel chair, futon, table and chairs
Washing machine/dryer
Office/

ECO CONSCIOUS: Recycling, composting, reusable grocery bags Hand wash, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel dispensers to eliminate single use plastic. Plant-based and biodegradable cleaning products including concentrated laundry detergent. Upcycled furniture. Purchased renewable electricity (wind and solar).

Property manager

Chantal

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kennebunkport

This cottage is located in Kennebunkport. While the natural beauty of Ogunquit Beach and Moody Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Old Orchard Beach Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Kennebunkport, ME

What's nearby

  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 5 min drive
  • Dock Square - 5 min drive
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 5 min drive
  • Walker's Point - 6 min drive
  • Gooch's Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alisson's Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • Federal Jack's - 4 min drive
  • H.B. Provisions - 6 min drive
  • Clam Shack - 4 min drive
  • Mornings In Paris - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Close To Beaches And Village In Quiet Setting located?

This family-friendly Kennebunkport cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Vaughn's Island Preserve, Kennebunkport Village Green and Mast Cove Galleries. W. Robert Paine Gallery and Northlight Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isabelle L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Good overall. We particularly liked the location and the large private garden, well maintained. Beware of the mosquitoes though, bring repellent. Goose rocks beach, Nunan’s lobster hut and The Tides in Cape Porpoise were wonderful. We also liked the Boathouse restaurant in Kennebunkport. It is just about walking distance to Kennebunkport (30 min) where parking can be difficult at the height of the summer holidays. The main negative is the internet. Max 20 mbps, and with 6 guests it kept disconnecting and reconnecting, really annoying. The cooker is probably 50 years old, and one of the hobs was not working. Only one shower is not enough for 6 guests but plenty of hot water. The baby room is not making optimal use of the space in my opinion, a single bed instead of a cot would be more useful, and I would have a travel cot available instead. We were not able to turn on the BBQ. We were not able to use the very large TV. The fridge had not been emptied from the previous guests and the food spills were not cleaned. The fans were covered in thick dust so I had to clean them myself before turning them on. There was no extra bedding available for the futon in the sun room. Eco friendly cleaning products and laundry detergent were appreciated. Despite the negatives, we may still come back as a smaller party, knowing what to expect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay !
Beautiful property, great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Idyllic Vacation
The house and setting were lovely, we especially enjoyed the big sunroom which we just about lived in the entire time we were home. A very child friendly, well appointed space was much appreciated as we had our 10 month old granddaughter and her parents with us. Parsons Way was a very scenic 3 mile "hike" and perfect for a stroller outing. Our favorite beaches were Goose Rock Beach in Cape Porpoise and Parsons Beach in Kennebunkport. Thank You for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for the week!
Leaving a detailed review for other parents like myself who may be interested in some of the small details! Overall- the house was great. Chantal was very easy to communicate with and even let us know the house was ready for early check in after I had asked her about this (greatly appreciated with two babies who needed to nap!) Location is awesome- close enough to lively dock square but far away enough to feel remote and super quiet. The sunroom was our favorite part- in the morning and nighttime when the sun wasn’t beaming down this was our favorite place to spend time. Now for the things that could use improvement, The wifi was very slow- I had to work one day and couldn’t take any zoom meetings on my laptop and had to use a hotspot on my phone (not the point of vacation but I only add this since it’s mentioned in the other reviews) No air conditioning- it was incredibly hot during the day and we did travel with a newborn so this was of concern to me regarding safe sleeping conditions. Night time was fine- plenty of breeze/fans helped. Re: safe sleep- the crib in the downstairs room has a drop side so did not feel comfortable using with our infant however Chantal did provide two pack n play cribs which were great. The downstairs living room rug was very uncomfortable/tough for my toddler to sit and play and hard to kneel on. Overall- more positives and just some small things I would say are important to consider for other parents traveling with small children. The house is really equipped with so much and I think with a few upgrades to the above mentioned it is the perfect summer rental for families!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely appointed for family with young kids
We had a lovely stay. The house was large enough to spread out with the sunroom being an added plus. Private road was quiet at night and close to towns small grocery and other places to eat and things to do. Nicely appointed with a crib and toddler chair for our one year old. The high chair wouldn’t be suitable for a younger child that can’t sit upright. Overall wonderful location and home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chantal

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My husband and I moved to Maine with our baby twins to work for a local company in 1999. We were looking for a family friendly area where we were able to raise our kids in a safe environment and this is what we found in Kennebunkport. We first rented the house and bought it a few years later. For me being close to water was always important. There is absolutely nothing like the sound of the ocean and walking barefoot in the sand early in the morning or after dinner to find internal peace.

Why they chose this property

We moved to Maine with our baby twins and stayed there for almost 14 years until we had to move to Vermont for work. Kennebunkport is such a lovely place to live that we decided to keep the property. There is nothing like walking on the beach to feel reenergized.

What makes this property unique

We chose this Cape because of the unique settings, between Kennebunkport Village and Cape porpoise, which is a lobster fishing village. This house is on a 0.8 acre lot, so there is plenty of place to play and is far enough from main road so kids can play safely without having to worry about cars. There is also a swing set, and a slide. We built a sunroom with a bucolic view on surrounding pasture. During the night, we can view the stars in the sky or the fireflies outside. In summer, we enjoy the screened gazebo that was built in the shadow and certainly the best place to eat. The house is close to the two main beaches in Kennebunk/Kennebunkport, Gooch's and Goose Rocks Beach. Each is very different and worth seeing. When looking at tidal pools, we can find some young lobsters (which we once found shedding its shell), crabs, sand dollar, sea stars and Hermit crabs.
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