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Birch Sea
This new, very private apartment attached to our home is in a quiet and picturesque environment minutes away from Dock Square. It's great for couples, solo adventurers and families with one child. If you are seeking to spend the day at one of the beautiful Kennebunk beaches they are just minutes away. We are committed to environmental sustainability and the apartment is powered by solar energy. A new outdoor hot tub was recently installed in February, 2024! We look forward to your visit!

Luxurious 5 bedroom on the ocean, w/ dock & kayaks
Historic 1735 home on a spacious one-acre property overlooking the ocean. Enjoy swimming from the dock in Cape Porpoise’s protected cove. Two kayaks provided for exploring the lighthouse & picnicking on nearby islands. Stroll past picturesque lobster boats to the town pier, where restaurants serve fresh local lobster & drinks. Walk to morning coffee, pastries, a local grocery store, athe renowned Nunan’s Lobster Hut. Just two miles from Kennebunkport and a nine-minute drive to Goose Rocks Beach.

Luxury Year-round Treehouse with private hot tub
The Canopy is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.

Boho Farmhouse by the Fields
Your Maine Boho Farmhouse awaits you! You’ll be tucked into the farm fields of Wells and just four miles to Drakes Island Beach. You’ll have everything you need and more at this coastal oasis. 7 miles to Wells Beach 7 miles to Kennebunk Beach 8 miles to Kennebunkport 10 miles to Ogunquit Beach Grocery stores within 4 miles: Spillers Farm Store, Wells IGA, Wells Hannaford Emergency Walk In: 2.5 miles 2 miles to closest gas station 5 miles to Wells Police Station/Wells Fire Department

Immaculate Moody Beach House
Steps from private Moody Beach, this stunning 3-level coastal home sleeps 12 and offers ocean views on one side and marsh views on the other. Enjoy 5 bedrooms, 10 private decks, a giant party deck overlooking Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge, billiard room, fireplaces for cozy nights in, and a huge open living space with gourmet kitchen and wraparound sofa. Private parking for 6 cars. Perfect year-round getaway close to Ogunquit, York Wild Kingdom, Kittery shopping outlets, and Kennebunkport.

Family Beach House, Wells Beach, Maine
Family Beach House on the Harbor/River of Wells Beach. House Sleeps 8 adults, plus 3 - 4 children. Full kitchen, 4 bedrooms plus Sleeping Loft, 3 baths, Dining Room, large deck, patio, laundry, outdoor shower, fire pit. Private access back beach. Bring your kayaks, paddle boards, surf boards, or boat. Water behind house at High Tide. Approx. 100 yard walk across Atlantic Ave to beach. Parking for 5 cars Max. Optional in-law apartment available, sleeps 5, for $115 per night/$800 per week

Classic, calm river view & centrally located home
We are happy to share with you our coastal, colonial home set on eight acres along the Kennebunk River. Enjoy our quaint, warm home just 5 min to the beach and 3 minutes to Cape Arundel Golf Club. Our 4 bdrm, 2.5 bathroom suits short or long term stays. The location is ideal: 6 min from Kennebunkport, 15 min from Biddeford, and 30 min from Portland or Portsmouth! We hope to make you feel at home with the morning birds chirping and the calmness of the river just in back of the property.

Fair Winds Cottage~1 mi to beach~
Our home, a renovated 1930’s Maine summer cottage, is located 1 mile from Kennebunk beaches and 1.5 miles from dining and shopping in Kennebunkport’s Dock Square. Close to golf, nature trails and only a 1/2 mile from the Mousam River for fishing and kayaking, it’s a great location to take in all southern coastal Maine has to offer. The cottage provides plenty of outdoor space, so come relax, dine on the back deck and take in the night sky with s'mores by the fire pit.

★"Life~at~Sea"★I mi to beach★W/D★Park★2 full baths
• Open floor plan/first floor bedroom+full bath • Fully stocked kitchen with coffee & tea bar • Peaceful neighborhood close to Dock Square & less than 1 mile to KBK Beaches • Shaded back+side yard/patio/grill/outdoor shower • Netflix+Sling+Hulu+HBO+Amazon Video+4 TVs • 1 car garage parking+driveway parking for 2-3 cars • washer+dryer+towels+bed linens provided • board games, pack N plays x 2 • 2 KBK beach passes+boogie boards+beach towels+chairs

Romantic Mirror cabin in the woods
Stay at Hidden Pines Cabins. The Mirror cabin is Maines only 3 sided floor to ceiling mirrored glass cabin. Unwind in the hot tub while looking up at the sky full of stars. Take a sauna while surrounded by nature all around. Located in the majestic forest of mount Agamenticus, the extensive trail system is off of our road. Short drive to the Ogunquit/York beaches, Outlets at Kittery and near Portsmouth, Dover and Portland restaurant scenes.

Private home on the beach with 360 degree views!
Directly on the beach with views of the water on both sides. This 4 bed/2 bath house has a modern feel with lots of windows and natural light. Very white, bright, and clean and can sleep up to 12 people. Amazing views and location, and it's one of a kind. The sunrises and sunsets can be seen on both sides of the home. The kitchen is stocked with everything from a microwave to a blender...you'll have what you need...and parking for 4 cars.

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Welcome to your perfect getaway in the charming vacation town of Kennebunk, Maine! Nestled in one of the most sought-after vacation destinations, our delightful retreat offers the ideal blend of convenience and relaxation. Just a stone's throw away from pristine beaches, shopping districts, and delectable dining options, as well as the picturesque Lover Village and vibrant Kennebunkport, every adventure is within reach.
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Destinations to explore
- Sebago Lake
- Ogunquit Beach
- Hampton Beach
- Wells Beach
- Weirs Beach
- Long Sands Beach
- Popham Beach, Phippsburg
- Short Sands Beach
- Willard Beach
- York Harbor Beach
- North Hampton Beach
- Scarborough Beach
- Cape Neddick Beach
- Footbridge Beach
- Crane Beach
- Jenness Beach
- East End Beach
- Gooch's Beach
- Hills Beach
- Fortunes Rocks Beach
- Salisbury Beach
- Wallis Sands Beach
- Gunstock Mountain Resort
- Popham Beach State Park





