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Explore 70 holiday rentals in Bristol

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Bristol holiday rentals start at £52 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
70 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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30 properties have a dedicated workspace

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70 of Bristol holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Bristol rentals

4.9 Average rating
Bristol stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Hummingbird Cottage
Hummingbird Cottage is a charming 3 bd/2 ba year-round retreat with sweeping views of Muscongus Bay. It is located on a peaceful residential street within easy walking distance of the charming village of Round Pond & the harbor. The interior of the house has been freshly painted with all new furniture and supplies. The 1st fl is open concept with stunning views of the water & a private deck. Kitchen is fully equipped with all cooking essentials. Includes high-speed internet, charcoal grill.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews
Moss House: A Modern Waterfront Cabin in the Woods
Featured in VOGUE and Maine Home + Design, this modern, handcrafted cabin offers calm Atlantic views, 150 feet of shoreline, and a private dock, perfect for morning coffee, launching a kayak, or watching seals, seabirds, and passing boats. Set among tall pines, it blends Nordic and Japanese influences in a space that is calm and composed. Interiors of wood, stone, lime plaster, and concrete form a grounded, quietly expressive, and sustainably built retreat. 1hr from Portland, but a world apart.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
Hermit Thrush House
The 1 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bathroom with laundry apartment is located at: 19 POORHOUSE COVE ROAD in South Bristol, Maine 04568. The apartment has skylights in the living room and kitchen and is located on a private property as a stand alone guest house. Close to Christmas Cove, Wawenock public/private golf course and 15 miles from scenic Damariscotta and the Pemaquid peninsula with a public white sand beach. Our waterfront is Poorhouse Cove, an estuary off of the Gulf of Maine, Atlantic Ocean.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Peace in Pemaquid - Ocean Sunsets & Stargazing
This spacious but cozy, inexplicably peaceful home is a quick jaunt from Pemaquid Beach and the Pemaquid Point Lighthouse. The windows overlook Pemaquid Harbor to the west, which means glorious sunsets over the ocean. The surrounding area has countless options for swimming, hiking, kayaking, and exquisite Maine cuisine, not to mention local art galleries and shops. This charming updated home features a furnished screened porch for bug-free relaxing and a backyard that's ideal for stargazing.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews
Come for Oyster Festival + Pumpkin Fest/Regatta
Welcome to your Maine summer escape on Biscay Lake. This lakefront cottage sits steps from the water, with a private dock for swimming, kayaking, or simply drifting through the day. Mornings begin on the deck with coffee, afternoons unfold on the lake, and evenings gather around the fire pit as the sun sets. The atmosphere is easy & relaxed; a place to unwind, and enjoy the simple rhythm of summer. Conveniently located near coastal towns & outdoor destinations, while feeling tucked away.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews
Peaceful Oasis by the Great Salt Bay - 3BR/2Ba
Waterfront Retreat with Gorgeous Views Stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfect for multi-generational gatherings. Features an open-concept layout, chef’s kitchen, 1st-floor bedroom and bath, 2nd floor with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Kayak from your backyard, hike nearby trails, or swim in Damariscotta Lake just a 5-minute walk away. Stay connected with high-speed fiber optic WiFi. Close to charming Newcastle and Damariscotta shops and restaurants. A true oasis for nature and relaxation lovers!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
The Happy Harbor House! Walk to town!
The Happy Harbor House - your ultimate harbor retreat! Newly renovated in the coastal design style, located on one level, with all the modern amenities you could hope for. This 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house is an oasis for families, friends or couples looking for a fun & cheerful stay. Although not on the water, you'll be a 2 minute walk to the head of the harbor, Opera House & 3 waterfront restaurants. And a mere 5 minute walk to shops & waterfront attractions in charming Boothbay Harbor.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
The Tidewater Cottage on Pemaquid harbor
Relax in the panoramic views of Pemaquid Harbor from every window, the wrap around porch, the grassy yard or your own dock. The spacious home is located at the end of a quiet dirt road, resting on the protected harbor offering wonderful opportunities for boating, kayaking, SUP and birding. The spacious 2 story home has an open floor plan with the primary ensuite king bedroom downstairs. A perfect location, minutes from Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid Peninsula & 15 minutes to Damariscotta.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews
Maine Waterfront Hideaway
You won't find mobs of tourists here but you will experience a working lobstering village in Maine. Sit back, relax and enjoy the quiet and privacy of 2+ acres at the end of a dirt road with a huge dock located on a tidal cove. Great for family reunions with lots of space and activities for folks of all ages. We focus on making the house comfortable and don't want you to worry about the little things like feet on the couch, water rings on the table or a broken glass. Life happens :-)
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
Renovated home with amazing waterfront views
Welcome to Dancing Pines Cottage! We are located across from West Harbor Pond with beautiful water views in each room. Relax on the deck or bbq on the patio or take a short drive into charming Boothbay Harbor town for lobster rolls. We have three bedrooms and a den/office and 2 full bathrooms and can accommodate up to 7 guests. The house is private and has ample parking. One week rentals for June, July, and August (Saturday-Saturday). We accept either one dog or one cat.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews
Dockside Retreat - few summer openings remain
This beautiful, newly renovated home is three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with an open living and dining room waiting to give your family or group of friends the ideal Maine vacation experience! On site parking, a lovely yard, a new sauna on a beautiful deck overlooking the water, nearby fields and steps away from the famous Olson House on one side, you can sit on the deck and overlook the working lobster wharf with fishermen coming and going daily on the other side!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Perched atop the Coast of the Atlantic Ocean
Enjoy sweeping vistas of the Atlantic Ocean from this 2002 home perched among spruce trees above the rocky coast. Watch for bald eagles and seals. Fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves. Walk down to the edge of the ocean to lounge or picnic. Walk 6 minutes or drive the 0.1 miles to the park entrance. Hike the Little River Trail. The house has vaulted ceilings, panoramic views, fully equipped kitchen, and whirlpool bath.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsPopular amenities for house rentals in Bristol
House rentals with a pool

Large private area, close to Rockland
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews
"Good Vibes" 4 Wonderful Seasons @ Portland Home!
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
There's No Place Like Home
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
Stay Together in Style
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
Dog Friendly Midcoast Cape
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews
Coastal Retreat with Pool and Cheerful Vibes
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews
Gorgeous house with a view
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Pool, Dream Home Gym, TV+Desk Each Room, Games
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviewsWeekly house rentals

Headwinds
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
Harbor View Cottage
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Amazing Ocean Views in South Bristol, ME
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews
4BR, 3 BA Family Home Walking Distance to Pemaquid
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Spacious Coastal Retreat | Fire Pit + Game Room
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
New England Cottage in Round Pond - Pemaquid
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Damariscotta River Cottage-Private location
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews
The Coastal Cottage | Walk to Pemaquid Beach |3BDR
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviewsPrivate house rentals

1920s Riverfront Cottage – Historic Maine Charm
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews
Loon’s Cry Cottage | Lake Pemaquid Waterfront
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews
Mermaid's Chair | Private Beach | Hot Tub
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Mainelandia! Stunning New Waterfront Home!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
Cozy Midcoast Island Cottage
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
Steps to Water | Wood-Burning Sauna Maine Retreat
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews
Boothbay Harbor- perfect for your Maine vacation!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews
Peaceful Lakefront Home in a Wooded Setting
4.74 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Popham Beach, Phippsburg
- Willard Beach
- Scarborough Beach
- Pemaquid Beach
- Pemaquid Point Lighthouse
- Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
- East End Beach
- Popham Beach State Park
- Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park
- Crescent Beach State Park
- The Camden Snow Bowl
- Portland Museum of Art
- Maine Maritime Museum
- Reid State Park
- Rockland Breakwater Light
- Bradbury Mountain State Park
- Bug Light Park
- Camden Hills State Park
- Farnsworth Art Museum
- Maine Lighthouse Museum
- Moose Point State Park
- Cellardoor Winery
- Pineland Farms
- Hadlock Field





