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

Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Marina
9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(109 Ratings)

House in Southport, ME

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

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**

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Southport, ME

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(109 Ratings)
6.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
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.
4.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
The pictures of the property are so much better than what was actually inside the house. It is much older and is run down. There is no air-conditioning except for three window units that were installed after our arrival, and one of them was not working properly. There was no AC for the master bedroom. The one upstairs bedroom has no door. To access the bathroom, they had to go down their steps then up another staircase. The furniture in the living room needs cleaned or replaced. The dishwasher did not work properly. I was shocked by the reviews that people gave this place. The window coverings were abysmal. They did not keep out any sun light so everyone was awake by 5 AM. There was an uncovered skylight in the bedroom without a door. The lighting and mirrors in the master bath were awful. The window side had to be closed the entire time because it was street view. The mattresses were awful; they all need replaced as does the bedding. The hostess seemed quite nice, but the property needs many more amenities than what it had. We used to own a beach house in South Carolina that would put this property to shame. Everything was top notch at our property, and I guess I expected the same at this property. While we enjoyed Maine, I would not stay here again. The entire family was sorely disappointed.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
No glitches at all, very easy rental as advertised
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
Enjoyed,as expected

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Southport?

The average price for a rental in Southport is $477 per night. This rental is $469 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

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

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Stunning Renovated Waterfront Home with Private Deepwater Dock; Windows Galore!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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