Waterfront w/ Pier Christmas Prelude - Winter rentals
5.0
Outstanding(71 Reviews)House in Cape Porpoise, ME
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Formerly rented by the U.S. Secret Service for several seasons, we are now doing weekly & monthly rentals. Our waterfront home is surrounded by water and has ocean, island and lighthouse views on a quiet tidal cove -every six hours the tide goes out. Located on 4 acres in Cape Porpoise, a small fishing village in Kennebunkport. Our property is on the end of a private road so there is plenty of privacy. The house looks directly towards the water so at high tide you can take in the water views and feel like you are away from it all. We have our own pier and float on the property which you may use to tie up a boat -you can bring or rent a kayak, canoe or boat & explore the seven Cape Porpoise islands. A great place for kids to swim, or fish for crabs off the end of the pier. The pier is is shared with the cottage which we also own on the property- which can be rented with the house if needed. The house and cottage area also rented separately (also through Homeaway/VRBO) They are completely separate from each other, so you have privacy with more than 200 feet separating the two. The house has a fully equipped galley kitchen, dining room, family room and living room with water views. Sleeps 6. Three bedrooms: master w/ fireplace & water view. 2 full baths- one on each floor. Back porch & deck, front porch/ deck overlooks water. Sorry, No Pets.
Less than a mile to Cape Porpoise village, you will find restaurants, a grocery store, library and art gallery. It is a scenic walk to the local pier where you can fish or watch the lobstermen bring in their catch. A three mile drive to Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunk beaches and Kennebunkport center.
Less than a mile to Cape Porpoise village, you will find restaurants, a grocery store, library and art gallery. It is a scenic walk to the local pier where you can fish or watch the lobstermen bring in their catch. A three mile drive to Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunk beaches and Kennebunkport center.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Cape Porpoise, ME
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(71 Reviews)5.0
This is a spectacular spot and Phil & Joan could not be better hosts!
5.0
Joan was very helpful and the property was a lovely weekend getaway for a friend's milestone b'day celebration.
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at the house.
We were able to visit so many great towns in Maine and experience a lot of what Maine has to offer.
When we were not out, exploring, we were back at the house which was off the beaten path for quiet and privacy. The house had everything we needed.
The house is located on the harbor, and it was interesting to watch the tides go in and out
We could walk into town, which was a plus.
Our host were very friendly and responsive.
5.0
Everything we expected
5.0
In town for a family wedding, this worked perfectly for us, adult grown children and elderly father. Very spacious downstairs, and bedrooms worked for our group. Would definitely rent again if back in the area.
5.0
In town for a family wedding, this worked perfectly for us, adult grown children and elderly father. Very spacious downstairs, and bedrooms worked for our group. Would definitely rent again if back in the area.
5.0
We absolutely loved staying in this home. It was very clean and ready for us upon arrival. The home has a wonderful view from the front windows on a quiet, dead-end street. It was perfectly located in Cape Porpoise a few miles from Kennebunkport, lobster shacks and the best beaches. We hope to be back soon!
5.0
We absolutely loved staying in this home. It was very clean and ready for us upon arrival. The home has a wonderful view from the front windows on a quiet, dead-end street. It was perfectly located in Cape Porpoise a few miles from Kennebunkport, lobster shacks and the best beaches. We hope to be back soon!
5.0
My family of 6 stayed here for 4 days in the middle of June 2023. What a gem of a home on the water in Maine!
Exactly as described.
Lots of space both inside & outside the home.
Very clean & neat.
Supposedly the original house was built in 1843, and added onto since.
Quiet location.
Peaceful watching the tide go in & go out.
Enjoyable viewing the various seabirds hunting & swimming in the inlet.
Lots of wildlife & birds in the woods behind the house.
It was chilly but beautiful, only raining on the day we arrived & the day we left.
We got fresh seafood & lobster (OF COURSE) at Langsford Road Lobster & Seafood House on the street just across the inlet. Super yummy.
We ran for exercise along the local roads, taking in all of the beauty around us.
We enjoyed talking with neighbor Dan, who’s lived there 60 years & has good stories to tell.
The hosts were super responsive and pleasant with which to work.
Note that there will be folded clean sheets on top of all the beds when you arrive as you are expected to make the beds upon arrival (so that you know the sheets are clean).
A 5-star VRBO for sure!
Thank you for the great memories! :)
5.0
My family of 6 stayed here for 4 days in the middle of June 2023. What a gem of a home on the water in Maine!
Exactly as described.
Lots of space both inside & outside the home.
Very clean & neat.
Supposedly the original house was built in 1843, and added onto since.
Quiet location.
Peaceful watching the tide go in & go out.
Enjoyable viewing the various seabirds hunting & swimming in the inlet.
Lots of wildlife & birds in the woods behind the house.
It was chilly but beautiful, only raining on the day we arrived & the day we left.
We got fresh seafood & lobster (OF COURSE) at Langsford Road Lobster & Seafood House on the street just across the inlet. Super yummy.
We ran for exercise along the local roads, taking in all of the beauty around us.
We enjoyed talking with neighbor Dan, who’s lived there 60 years & has good stories to tell.
The hosts were super responsive and pleasant with which to work.
Note that there will be folded clean sheets on top of all the beds when you arrive as you are expected to make the beds upon arrival (so that you know the sheets are clean).
A 5-star VRBO for sure!
Thank you for the great memories! :)
5.0
All good - house, location, everything
5.0
All good - house, location, everything
5.0
This house is in a wonderful setting with captivating views. It is very peaceful. we enjoyed just sitting in the living room or in the enclosed front or back porch. It is only minutes from downtown Kennebunkport and some nice restaurants are close by as well. The place is clean and comfortable. The stairs to the second-floor bedrooms are a little steep so take your time using them. The owners checked in with us to make sure all was well.
5.0
Beautiful view and perfect location. We loved every minute!
5.0
Beautiful view and perfect location. We loved every minute!
5.0
Liked view. Bathroom needed pulls.
5.0
Liked view. Bathroom needed pulls.
5.0
Wonderful location, great house, warm and comfortable. Joan and Phil are super nice and professional. Z BEST.
5.0
Really great spot, happy to stay again! Highly recommend.
5.0
Such a beautiful spot! There are so many inviting areas inside and out to while away the hours that we needed a longer stay to take advantage of them all. This older home was comfortable and well appointed - it should be noted though for us older folks that all the bedrooms are on the 2nd floor. The grounds and view exceeded our expectations which were pretty high already based on the photos provided. Watching the birds, tidal changes, and the night stars quickly became our favorite pastimes. It was a perfect jumping off point for day trips north and south but I would not have minded if we just stayed put on one of the porches. We all felt the same! To top it off, Joan was so helpful with our questions and made the perfect host. We are already talking about when we can return!
Thank you Joan and Phil
5.0
We loved our week long stay. The house was even better than described and we had a lot of room for our family of 5. We made good use of the waterfront location with canoeing to the nearby islands and crabbing off the dock. The view is beautiful. The Cape Porpoise area is a long-time favorite of ours with the local restaurants and quick access to Goose Rocks Beach. Joan was a fantastic host and made sure the planning for the trip and our week stay was flawless.
5.0
We enjoyed our week long stay. The property is lovely with beautiful views. We loved that the location is quiet, but it is still very close to everywhere you want to go. The center of Kennebunkport is just minutes away and there is plenty even closer than that in the Cape Porpoise area.
We had 4 adults and 2 young children at the property. We liked the two separate living areas in the house, so the kids could do their kid things in one and if an adult wanted some quiet time they could go to the other. The kids' bedroom did open right near the top of the stairs, which were a little steep for our youngest, but we just kept a close eye and had no issues there.
We ate out at many of the local spots and also found it easy and convenient to prepare several meals in the house as well. The owners are very kind and available to the renters for any needs that should arise.
5.0
This house was amazing! The location was great for traveling up and down the coast, the kitchen was amazing stocked for cooking dinner (which we did most nights), the views, amazing! It was great having the dock and bay access. Cape Porpoise was an amazing little village and don’t pass up Nunan’s and Mussettes!! The owners were actually staying in the cottage while we were there and so helpful with questions etc. this is a must stay!
5.0
Location was great. Halfway between Kennebunkport and Goose Rocks Beach. Definitely rent kayaks for your entire stay. Water level is high enough to kayak approx. 2/3rds of the time.
5.0
Very Peaceful Water View
Location was great. Halfway between Kennebunkport and Goose Rocks Beach. Definitely rent kayaks for your entire stay. Water level is high enough to kayak approx. 2/3rds of the time.
5.0
Fantastic!
Great location, great hosts!
5.0
Paddy Creek and inlet
A beautiful quiet location in a well maintained older home. The home has lots of useable space so it can handle 5-6 adults easily. There are beautiful views from most of the rooms though there is a rental cottage which obstructs part of the view, the large waterfront parcel with , dock, chairs and hammock is really a wonderful spot for a family holiday.
5.0
First time on Maine
Excellent
5.0
The owners were amazing! This was our first time using a vacation rental app and we were absolutely spoiled. The house was clean, the view was amazing, the atmosphere was so peaceful. Exceptional!!
5.0
Such a beautiful property!
The owners were amazing! This was our first time using a vacation rental app and we were absolutely spoiled. The house was clean, the view was amazing, the atmosphere was so peaceful. Exceptional!!
5.0
great
5.0
This house is immaculate, has planty of space, and everything we needed. The views were spectacular. The location is quiet with lots of outside space and so much to do close by. It was perfect for us even though it was much bigger than we needed. We hope to go back.
5.0
11 days great
great
5.0
Fabulous getaway
This house is immaculate, has planty of space, and everything we needed. The views were spectacular. The location is quiet with lots of outside space and so much to do close by. It was perfect for us even though it was much bigger than we needed. We hope to go back.
5.0
This was our second visit to the house, after renting it at the end of August in 2020, when Maine opened up for visitors from CT. We loved this house and property even more on this visit. Our memory of it was met and even exceeded when we returned for our second year. The property owners take great care of everything and this year we were surprised with new furniture that made the living room much more inviting. The access to the water is the main feature of the house, as it is surrounded by it. This year we purchased kayaks for Christmas, along with a rack and brought them up with us. They were used everyday other than the day it rained. Last year we rented from the company recommended by the owners, which was extremely easy, so that is also a great option.
We spent a lot of time on the front screened porch that provides a relaxing space to read a book and look out on the surrounding water. And the family room was our usual evening hangout for TV. A great place to rent and we hope to go back next year. It is now ranked as our favorite of the 4 houses we have rented in Cape Porpoise. We have been visiting southern Maine for 30 years, starting in Ogunquit, then Moody Beach, Kennebunkport and now Cape Porpoise. We just love it there.
5.0
Another great stay at Paddy Creek
This was our second visit to the house, after renting it at the end of August in 2020, when Maine opened up for visitors from CT. We loved this house and property even more on this visit. Our memory of it was met and even exceeded when we returned for our second year. The property owners take great care of everything and this year we were surprised with new furniture that made the living room much more inviting. The access to the water is the main feature of the house, as it is surrounded by it. This year we purchased kayaks for Christmas, along with a rack and brought them up with us. They were used everyday other than the day it rained. Last year we rented from the company recommended by the owners, which was extremely easy, so that is also a great option.
We spent a lot of time on the front screened porch that provides a relaxing space to read a book and look out on the surrounding water. And the family room was our usual evening hangout for TV. A great place to rent and we hope to go back next year. It is now ranked as our favorite of the 4 houses we have rented in Cape Porpoise. We have been visiting southern Maine for 30 years, starting in Ogunquit, then Moody Beach, Kennebunkport and now Cape Porpoise. We just love it there.
5.0
We had a great time. The location is spectacular, with beautiful water views. The house and surrounding property are both big. We highly recommend it.
5.0
Beautiful location and spacious, clean house.
We had a great time. The location is spectacular, with beautiful water views. The house and surrounding property are both big. We highly recommend it.
5.0
Great spot!
Beautiful home, easy to live in, gorgeous setting. I’ll be back!
5.0
Amazing property and VRBO gem
We couldn't have asked for a better property and location within Cape Porpoise. Very private and a great location on Cape Porpoise Harbor (Paddy Creek). Sea kayaking was incredible. We can't wait to return next year!!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Cape Porpoise?
The average price for a rental in Cape Porpoise is $794 per night. This rental is $464 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront w/ Pier Christmas Prelude - Winter rentals. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Waterfront w/ Pier Christmas Prelude - Winter rentals. Enjoy the water!
Is Waterfront w/ Pier Christmas Prelude - Winter rentals pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Waterfront w/ Pier Christmas Prelude - Winter rentals?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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