
Waterfront holiday rentals in Bristol
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Explore 60 holiday rentals in Bristol

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Bristol holiday rentals start at £126 per night before taxes and fees

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

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace

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50 of Bristol holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Bristol stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Waterfront Guest House on the Maine Coast
Bright open four-season guest house with fantastic view of Jones Cove and the open ocean in beautiful South Bristol, Maine. The guest house offers privacy and independence. The top floor has an open space with kitchen, sleeping area with queen bed, bathroom. The ground floor has a desk, Smart TV, seating area and French doors that open onto a stone patio. Includes Kohler generator, fiber optic wifi, outdoor grill & fire pit. The water is tidal Owner lives on property (150 ft from guest house)

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.

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.

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!

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 :-)

Welcome to "West Winds at Pemaquid"
Take a moment to unwind with a leisurely walk along the natural pathway leading to Coombs Cove off John's Bay. Sit quietly and watch the tide ebb and flow, or lose yourself in that book you've been meaning to read. It's an ideal retreat for couples seeking breathtaking scenery and tranquil solitude. Built in 2017, West Winds features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a cozy living room, an eat-in kitchen, laundry facilities, and WiFi—everything you need for a relaxing getaway.

Captain Fuller House: Boat Builders Retreat - Main
Wake up to sweeping views of Linekin Bay at this pet-friendly coastal retreat . Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, the home sleeps 6–8 guests with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, perfect for families or small groups. Enjoy peaceful waterfront scenery, fresh ocean air, and easy access to Boothbay Harbor. Modern comforts include an on-site EV charger, while classic Maine charm makes it an ideal place to relax, recharge, and enjoy life by the bay—paws included.

"Ship Shape": waterfront, cozy studio- downtown
Located in a historic 200 year old building "Ship Shape" is close to downtown but on a quiet tree-lined residential street. It is just one block to the library, bookstore, post office and all the lovely shops. It is on the shore of the Damariscotta River with wonderful views from inside and out.. You’ll love my place because of the neighborhood, the light, the outdoor space, and the comfortable bed. My place is good for couples and solo adventurers.

Coastal Cotton Cottage on Sheepscot Harbour
Coastal Cotton Cottage is on beautiful Davis Island in a peaceful setting by the sea. Open the French doors from the living room and step out onto the spacious front porch to watch the sun set across Wiscasset Harbor. This cottage features two bedrooms downstairs and one single bed in the loft. NEW UPDATES THIS SPRING! Our cottage has been recently updated with fresh paint, new towels and new coastal interior decor.

Cozy Cottage on Johns Bay
My place is close to great views, restaurants and dining, family-friendly activities, and the beach. You’ll love the views, the location, the people, the outdoors space and the ambiance. Our cottage is good for couples, solo adventurers, and families (with kids). We are located on a private road and offer use of community dock. Perfect area for kayaking and exploring or just relaxing and enjoying the ocean view.

Captains View at Pemaquid Point
Brand New Construction 2021!! Sitting on almost 3 acres on Pemaquid Point with ocean view, beautiful sunsets, pounding surf, white sand beach, tidal pools, and your own cathedral forest to play in , have a picnic or whatever you want- Captains View is part of Cottages at the Point and is the sister cottage to Arch Angel. Rent one or both!

Cottage on a wharf in a fishing village
Think..ocean, tides, lobster, fishermen, boats, two marinas, magnificent sunrise and sunsets, gateway to Rutherford Island and Christmas Cove, scenery, on a wharf in a working waterfront, friendly locals, buy lobster across the street at Osier’s cafe..eat in privacy on your own deck..magic, educational and authentic Maine!
Popular amenities for waterfront rentals in Bristol
Waterfront apartment rentals

Cottrill House on Damariscotta River # 1

Deckhouse with Footbridge Views!

Sail Loft: Oceanfront Apartment on a Pier.

Panoramic Water Views on the Sheepscot

Stunning Royal Richmond 2 Br Apartment Get Away!

Spacious Downtown Hallowell River View Apartment

Bayview Delight | Bayview Rooftop Porch

Beekeeper's Cottage- Peaceful,Quiet - Ocean Front
Waterfront house rentals

Perched atop the Coast of the Atlantic Ocean

Pinkham Cove - Water Front Cottage

Dockside Retreat - few summer openings remain

Renovated home with amazing waterfront views

Waterfront Farmhouse with Modern Flair!

Private Oceanfront Home 🔆2 min to Popham ✔️Hot Tub

Lakeside retreat on quiet cove on Cobbessee Lake!

Newly renovated 3BR house w/ stunning ocean views
Waterfront apartment rentals

Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!

Oceanfront condo, spectacular views

Rustic Willard Beach condo ten mins from Old Port!

Elegant 1 bedroom cabin just 50ft from the beach#2

Oceanfront Condo with Awesome Views

The Brunswick

Charming, newly remodeled space atop Munjoy Hill.

Waterviews|Sunsets|Boothbay Harbor
Destinations 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
- Rockland Breakwater Light
- Bradbury Mountain State Park
- Reid State Park
- Bug Light Park
- Camden Hills State Park
- Farnsworth Art Museum
- Maine Lighthouse Museum
- Cellardoor Winery
- Moose Point State Park
- Hadlock Field
- Pineland Farms





