Evergreen cottage 5' from the water

Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(31 Ratings)

House in Portland, ME

6 guests · 5 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental

The cottage is situated on a bluff 5' from the water at high tide. 270 degree ocean views. Listen to the waves and bell buoys as they put you to sleep at night. Simple Maine cottage charm interior on the first floor level includes a large screened in front porch, a good size living room/dining room area with a newer well equipped kitchen and an updated bathroom with shower. The second floor has 5 small bedrooms(watch your head!) and a very small half bath. The property has its own private beach area. Kayaks are available to use, please bring your own safety equipment. 2 car off street parking included. City of Portland License Number STHR-002599-2020.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(31 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
The whole family loved the house and the beach area for the kids to explore....Highly Recommend!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Perfect place to stay with a group of friends. Amazing location Host was very accommodating. Hard to beat.
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
Two summers ago my wife was diagnosed with ALS and so we wanted to find a place that could be on her bucket list -- she adored being as close to open water as possible. I found Evergreen Cottage online and we crossed our fingers hoping it would be anything like the photos on VRBO. It was even better -- the water view from the screened porch is too wide to fit into a camera. 180 degrees of an arm of Casco Bay and the channels between the islands. Lobster boats and ferries pass by all day. The cottage sits on a rock ledge above the water and at high tide the water comes up a few feet from the house. She loved it and my whole family enjoyed the house so much that we came back this week, months after she passed, to experience it again. The hosts did all they could to make our stay terrific. Anyone looking for a serene escape near the water, pines and rocky coast should consider this cottage. Paul O.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
I’d like to give a terrible review to keep others from discovering this incredible holiday spot. My 2 brothers and three spouses stayed for the weekend and had a great time. The cottage is located on a point overlooking the bay with unbelievable views. Kitchen and house well stocked with needed items. Owner, Eric called and gave us tips about the island and checked in with us after we arrived. There is not enough great things to say about the property or the owner, we truly had one of the best reunion weekends we’ve ever had. And all of us came away completely relaxed trying to figure out when we can get back. Thank you Eric!
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2022
The cottage has a Victorian feel to it, charming and surprisingly spacious, comfortably appointed with a minimalist, Shaker-like aesthetic. We spent a lot of time on the wide, screened porch, enjoying what has to be one of the very best views of Maine coast, with lobster boats bobbing in the waves while they pull their traps, ferries passing like clockwork on their way to and from the out-islands of the Casco Bay archipelago, and everything from kayaks to speedboats to old wooden yawls and sloops and ketches plying the waters of Diamond Pass. We enjoyed the sound of the waves at night as the tide rolled over the rocks just below, and ate breakfast on the porch, watching seabirds come and go - - ducks, cormorants, and gulls - - and a migrating warbler alighting on the bushes that fringe the property. Bring your binoculars, and you can also spot harbor seals and an occasional dolphin. Eric, the owner, gave us helpful hints before our arrival, and was responsive to our messages, and his brother Scott, who has a cottage next door, was welcoming and solicitous during our stay, checking in from time to time to make sure we had what we needed, and putting the kayaks out for us. We had a great time exploring the island, too - - crisscrossing the back roads and hiking trails and walking the ~5-mile loop road that mostly hugs the shore. We enjoyed exploring the WWII-era coastal batteries that once protected Casco Bay and Portland harbor, which was strategically important (we were told) as a repair and refueling station for the North Atlantic fleet. There's a trail from the loop road that threads through a salt marsh on a makeshift boardwalk; the rushes tower overhead for a few minutes until you reach the clearing that's visible from the road, where the massive concrete pillboxes rise up from the marshland; they're interconnected with tunnels, covered in vines and splashed with colorful graffiti. It's a weird and wonderful spot, another time warp on an island that's charmingly full of them. All in all, a lovely place with great hosts, and we hope to be back before too long.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2022
Spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Hosts very helpful when concerned about a freak storm and power outage.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2022
A very sweet cottage, friendly folks close by, and ocean everywhere. It was grand!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2022
Amazing views of Casco bay. I’ve stayed in a lot of cottages on peaks (+10) and I have to say this was my favorite view. Cottage is adorable and very clean. We had a wonderful week.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Portland is $206 per night. This rental is $387 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Evergreen cottage 5' from the water. 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 Evergreen cottage 5' from the water pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Evergreen cottage 5' from the water?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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