EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!!

9.4

Outstanding(23 Reviews)

Cottage in Cape Porpoise, ME

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this cottage rental

A unique Southern Maine water front EXPERIENCE .

Propane FIRE PIT on DECK/PIER!

2 KAYAKS on FLOATING DOCK!

Brand new DUCTLESS A/C HEATER SPLITTER servicing entire indoor space.

The best room in the house is the private deck pier & floating dock with its panorama of tidal beauty. Great for swimming, kayaking & able to accommodate up to a 14 foot power boat. This private dock is a unique feature in this area.
The master bedroom downstairs sits over the water affording stunning ocean views to start the day. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs with 2 queens. There is a queen futon in the family room also. There are 2 full baths one up and one down.
The kitchen is newly renovated but was tastefully done to appear vintage & consistent with this 100 yr old cottage. There is a gas stove, dishwasher, & microwave. Just off the kitchen is a washer/dryer. The downstairs is an open concept with the kitchen flowing into the dining room, sunwashed family room, and game room which all take advantage of the beautiful harbor views ever changing with the tides.
The living room sits at the front of the house & is remarkable for its original fireplace built with local stone from Goat Island where the Lighthouse sits at the mouth of the harbor. This has now been converted to a wood pellet burning stove.
Also included is outdoor gas grill, wireless internet, cable TV with premium package and blue tooth speakers to listen to your music inside or out.

We provide beach parking passes to Gooserocks beach as well as all the Kennebunk beaches including Gooches and Mothers beaches. This house is also the perfect starting point for biking trips to Cape Porpoise pier, Gooserocks beach, Biddeford Pool, Kennebunkport, and the Kennebunk beaches. Excellent biking in mostly rural surrounding area which includes the nearby world class resort Hidden Pond.There is also the bridle path which requires a mountain bike.
The port affords excellent shopping and the outlets in Kittery are 15 minutes away .A half an hour trip to Freeport with LL Beans flagship store is the perfect way to spend a rainy day
Thier are a surfiet of restaurants in the area for all tastes and budgets, from the BYOB local favorite the Wayfarer which is a 3 minute walk from the house to the Five Diamond White Barn in Kennebunk. The Cape Arundel Inn with its sweeping ocean views. A quaint watering hole on Cape Porpoise Pier The Ramp is a five minute walk. Mabels known for its Lobster rolls or fried clams at the iconic Clam Shack.

The area offers a wealth of outdoor activites including surfing and paddle boarding lessons from Aquaholics. There are several kayak rental and guided tour opportunities with kayaking to the islands near Gooserocks and Cape Porpoise being an area gem. There are bike rental and weekly group rides of different ability levels offered at nearby Kennebunk Bike Shop. You can take a large boat to go deep sea fishing or whalewatching. You can also rent a smaller captained boat just for 3 or 4 to fish for the abundant coastal stripers. There are areas known for surf casting offering quiet solitude. A 3 hour excursion on the sailing schooner Eleanor is available just to relax and take in the view from the ocean.

For the dedicated excercise enthusiast there is early morning bootcamp offered outdoors on the Kennebunk beaches. There are several health and fitness facilities in the town of Kennebunk.

The KBIA located next to Mothers Beach is a childrens day camp with over a 100 year history. Children can register by the week, month or year. All activities are a la cart so you can tailor your childs experience. There are a wide variety of activities from swimming lessons to the renowned sailing program. Group tennis and golf lessons , island exploration ,leather and woodworking to name a few.
With its natural beauty and varied activities the area offers the perfect vacation. This also includes just relaxing on your beach of choice reading summer novels while the kids swim or boogie board in the great waves.
Add the charm privacy and beautiful ocean views of Pier Pressure and there is a good chance you have started a family vacation ritual.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Cape Porpoise, ME

Nearby attractions

Strawbery Banke Museum

41.8 mi

Portland Museum of Art

34.3 mi

EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!!

9.4

Outstanding(23 Reviews)

Cottage in Cape Porpoise, ME

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Cape Porpoise, ME

Nearby attractions

Strawbery Banke Museum

41.8 mi

Portland Museum of Art

34.3 mi

Reviews

9.4

Outstanding(23 Reviews)

10.0

Jul 2023

I rented this house because of the waterfront location and I was not disappointed. My family fell in love with the deck. Everybody use the kayaks. The neighborhood was incredibly Qwaint. The whole week was super relaxing and we could walk to pick up anything. We forgot at local small markets tons of restaurant options. Normally we stay close to downtown kennebunkport, but this was a crowd pleaser. Nobody wanted to go home.!

10.0

Jun 2023

Phenomenal location and wonderful owner. Our crew had a blast!!!

10.0

Jul 2021

We had a great time in Cape Porpoise at this property. It's a great location right on the water, and close to so many good restaurants and things to do. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

10.0

Dec 2019

Loved this property! It was right on the water. The home was well cared for, spacious, inviting and very comfortable. There is a just a brief walk to several wonderful cafes and resturants and the well stocked Bradbury Bros. Market. You are just a few minutes by car to dock square in Kennebunkport. There were five of us and it never felt crowded. The scenery could not have been better.

8.0

Jun 2019

The home was great and the location was beautiful! Only the master bedroom is downstairs and the remaining 3 are upstairs. The stairs are narrow and steep so if you have a guest that has mobility issues, this isn’t the best place for you. The home was conveniently located near excellent restaurants which made the trip super relaxing.

8.0

Oct 2018

We are a family of 5 adults and this was our first visit to New England as well as our first experience with Air B&B in Boston and VRBO in Kennebunkport. Boston was fabulous in every aspect and our 3 night stay in Kennebunkport (Oct. 13-16, 2018) with VRBO was less than expected due to lack of communication. Prior to our arrival, I received an email to check my VRBO phone app for arrival information which I did. Dan Viehman was listed as the property manager for any problems or issues. There was no info for how to check in and access the property--only that check in time was 4:00 pm. I texted the owner's cell phone when we were driving from Boston Saturday afternoon. I received no reply but we continued thinking Dan Viehman might be there. We arrived around 5:00 pm to a locked home with no idea how to find a door key. I called the owner's cell phone and left a detailed message of the dilemma and never did receive a call back. We called Dan's phone and on our second try, by a stroke of luck, he happened to answer. Dan was very kind and informed us that he no longer manages the property but told us where the lock box was and what he thought might still be a working combination to open it for the door key. It worked! We found an information packet on the coffee table which listed Dan as the local contact--obviously not current information. In this packet was also information that we were to provide our own sheets and towels for our stay either on our own or through an outside service (company name and phone number provided). This was not mentioned in the VRBO app so that was a real big surprise! Being late afternoon on a Saturday we really had to scramble. Both bathroom toilet paper dispensers were empty with no back up rolls and we managed to buy TP and soap just before the local store closed. We left extra so at least now there's back up. When we returned from our trip, I messaged the owner through VRBO about a smoke detector that malfunctioned and I did get a timely reply that he appreciated us letting him know. That made me think that my mistake might have been trying to call his cell phone direct instead of messaging through the VRBO app. I'm not too adept at using phone apps and like I said, this whole process was new to us. If the only way to contact the owner is through the VRBO app, that is critical missing information. A local contact is also critical. Thanks Dan! Aside from communication issues, the property was delightful.

8.0

Oct 2017

Very unique home, it was perfect for a family get together.

8.0

Aug 2017

This property is ideally located close to dining, beaches, and shopping. We enjoyed beautiful weather and spent many wonderful mornings, afternoons and evenings on the large deck. As advertised this property is tidal. The dock completely mudds out for about 2 - 3 hours during low tide so boating and swimming from the dock is limited at those times of day. The home is very spacious but could Use a good deep cleaning (peeling paint, cobwebs, mold in the bathrooms). Bedroom linens (bedspreads and pillows) were dated and worn, need replacing. The owners were very responsive and easy to work with.

4.0

Aug 2017

This property is ideally located close to dining, beaches, and shopping. We enjoyed beautiful weather and spent many wonderful mornings, afternoons and evenings on the large deck.As advertised this property is tidal. The dock completely mudds out for about 2 - 3 hours during low tide so boating and swimming from the dock is limited at those times of day. The home is very spacious but couldUse a good deep cleaning (peeling paint, cobwebs, mold in the bathrooms). Bedroom linens (bedspreads and pillows) were dated and worn, need replacing. The owners were very responsive and easy to work with.

10.0

Jun 2017

Wonderful property!

10.0

May 2017

I will definitely be recommending this house to friends and family looking to stay in the area. 7 min the downtown Kennebunkport and very close to 3 different beaches. Several amazing restaurants within walking distance.

5.0

Nov 2016

This was a combined family trip of three couples. The house was perfect for the group. Weather was beautiful for afternoon relaxation on the back porch overlooking the cove. Sunrise was spectacular with the morning clouds reflecting off of the water. We walked to dinner at Pier 77 and Noonan's. Mabel's for lobster was the best meal out.

4.0

Aug 2016

The property was very unique in so many ways. The location was terrific. Cape Porpoise is beautiful. The homes and views in the area are breathtaking. The tidal nature of the harbor makes for an always changing view that is engaging no matter what time of day. The deck/pier of the home adds to its unique design and makes for a fun place to hang out throughout the day and evening. The three restaurants, one convenience store and a specialty food take out store are all within walking distance which makes it very easy to stay close to home. Kennebunkport center with all its dining and shopping is an easy five minute drive from the front door. Again, a great asset to the location. The home was clean and well equipped for our family's two week visit. I would definitely recommend this property to both those who are familiar with the area or those who would like to become familiar with the Kport/Biddeford area. Brian Anderson, Ayer, Massachusetts

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cape Porpoise?

The average price for a rental in Cape Porpoise is $1,240 per night. This rental is $706 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!!?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Cottage in Cape Porpoise, ME

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EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!!

Cottage in Cape Porpoise, ME

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Cape Porpoise, ME

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cape Porpoise?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at EXPERIENCE MAINE. No metric for a unique over the water indulgence. LIVE IT UP!!?

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