Cottage holiday rentals in Scarborough

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 160 holiday rentals in Scarborough

  • Nightly prices starting at

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

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 6,660 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    120 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

    Find 60 rentals that welcome pets

  • Holiday rentals with a pool

    10 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    40 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    160 of Scarborough holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Scarborough rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    Scarborough stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Top-rated cottage rentals in Scarborough

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Cottage in Harpswell
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Quaint & Peaceful Designer's Oceanfront Cottage

Coco Cottage is a peaceful, cliffside escape with stunning 180° views of Harpswell Sound. Located at the end of a private road, it’s perfect for a designer’s retreat or family getaway. Three bedrooms—two queens, plus a twin/office combo—make it ideal for remote work or rest. Relax fireside and watch a movie, dine on the patio, read on the dock, or explore the amazing trails, beaches, seafood and sunsets of Harpswell. Enjoy oceanfront tranquility just 15minutes from Bowdoin College and Brunswick.

Top guest favourite
The exterior features a charming cottage facade with wooden shingles and a dark front door. A small patio area is furnished with a wooden table and two matching chairs, with decorative planters adding color. Bright flowers hang near the entrance, enhancing the inviting scene.
Cottage in Yarmouth
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

Buoys on Bates | Modern Private Cottage Escape

Buoys on Bates is a newly-renovated, contemporary, professionally-cleaned cottage just north of Portland. Enjoy the spotless interior w/ full kitchen, Netflix/AppleTV+, premium Tuft+Needle bed, W/D, and EV charging. Walk down Main St to shops, restaurants, and the scenic Royal River. Get out and explore with easy drives to skiing and beaches, Portland's renowned restaurants, LL Bean flagship and outlet shopping in Freeport, and top breweries. This is your ideal base for all of Maine adventures.

Guest favourite
A charming cottage is nestled among tall pine trees, showcasing a spacious front porch with planters beneath the windows. The exterior features light green siding and a dark shingled roof. A parked scooter and a tree stump can be seen in the foreground, hinting at a relaxed atmosphere.
Cottage in Old Orchard Beach
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

The Pine Grove

Newly rebuilt - the Pine Grove is air conditioned and features a 10 by 14 ft deck, a brand new bathroom with tub, bedroom closets, and a full kitchen. It is one half of two charming rustic cottages set on a single plot on a leafy side-street. This cottage is wedged in a "grove" of tall majestic pine trees that provide an abundant supply of shade and breeze, pine cones, needles and all. It is great for families with children and a short walk (.4 of a mile) through the neighborhood to the beach.

Guest favourite
A private deck overlooking the water features a round table with four surrounding chairs, sheltered by a large umbrella. The scene includes lush trees lining the opposite shore, with clear blue skies reflecting on the calm water.
Cottage in Harpswell
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Seal Ledge - water's edge cottage with kayaks

Beautiful cottage sitting literally on the water's edge makes you feel like you're staying on a boat (minus the rocking!). Soak up the sun and watch the sun set on the private deck or take a few steps down to the dock and use our kayaks to go visit the seals that hang out on the rocks just down the cove all summer long. The cathedral ceiling great room is all glass facing the water so you can enjoy if it's too cool to sit outside. Only 15 mins to Brunswick and central to everything Harpswell!

Top guest favourite
The exterior of a post and beam cottage is shown, featuring a light wood facade and a brown shingled upper section. Two black Adirondack chairs are placed on a wooden deck, accompanied by potted plants. Large windows offer a view of the forested surroundings under a partly cloudy sky.
Cottage in Pownal
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 464 reviews

Dreamy Post&Beam Hideaway Near Portland & Freeport

Escape to a dreamy timber-frame cottage tucked in Maine’s woods! Soaring beams, radiant-heated floors, a king loft bed, and a crackling fire pit await. Sip coffee on one of the two decks, hike Bradbury Mountain (3 minutes away), shop Freeport (10 minutes away), or dine in Portland (20 minutes away)—then return to your cozy hideaway under the stars. Full kitchen, vaulted ceilings, radiant heat floors, private driveway, fire pit and peaceful forest views make it the perfect year-round retreat.

Top guest favourite
A cozy cottage is surrounded by lush trees and greenery. Two blue chairs are placed outside near the entrance, with a small table between them. A gas grill is positioned nearby, creating a welcoming space for outdoor relaxation and dining.
Cottage in Scarborough
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 263 reviews

Bright, clean, private cottage near Higgins Beach!

Nestled amongst the trees and located just 2 miles from beautiful Higgins Beach and just 5 miles to Portland, this recently renovated, sparkling clean, bright, private, stunning cottage is waiting just for you! Your private entrance is just steps away from your parked car. The cottage is 16 x 20 so it's super cozy! We live on the property (so we're here if you need us) but you are 100 feet from us, way out in the backyard. (It's private!) Our location is perfect for your Maine vacation!

Top guest favourite
A bright kitchen area features modern white cabinetry and a spacious countertop. Barstools with woven seats are positioned at the counter. Natural light floods in through a nearby door, illuminating the polished wooden floor and light blue walls.
Cottage in Wells
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews

Cozy Cottage with Ocean Views, Wells Maine

Ocean breezes, panoramic views of the Atlantic, comfortable cottage to relax & enjoy your time in Maine, what more could you ask for on a getaway?! This cozy cottage for 6 boasts near panoramic views of the Rachel Carlson preserve and the Atlantic Ocean. Tastefully decorated and newly updated, our cottage offers AC/heat, ceiling fans, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, outdoor gas grill, cable TV in all rooms, WiFi, cabled phone, skylights, in unit W/D & a large screened in porch.

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Cottage in Buxton
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews

Peaceful Cottage on Maine Flower Farm

Maine’s Peaceful Escape Nestled next door to Ferris Farm, our family-run flower farm, this charming cottage offers a private place to rest and recharge. Enjoy slow, coffee-filled mornings, quiet walks, and cozy evenings by the fire pit. Use the cottage as your home base to explore nearby beaches (30 minutes) or head into Portland (35 minutes) for breweries, coffee shops, and great dining. Perfect for a couple retreat, solo escape, or remote work getaway, with dedicated workspace.

Top guest favourite
A beverage sits on a small table beside a glass bottle filled with sticks. The view through a window reveals the sandy beach and calming ocean waves, with a colorful sunset casting soft hues in the sky. An American flag is partially visible in the background.
Cottage in Saco
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 513 reviews

Deja Blue Guesthouse

Our year round beach guest house is an oceanfront dream for a single or couple's retreat. Come relax by the sea. Listen to the waves crashing right outside your door. Disconnect or work while here we have fast WiFi for you. Enjoy this gem of a place on the coast of Maine as a year round escape. Come make some memories to cherish for a lifetime. Pro tip: Wake up early and observe the beautiful sunrise over the ocean. It is totally worth getting up early and will not disappoint.

Top guest favourite
A cozy cottage is framed by lush greenery and colorful landscaping, featuring a welcoming front porch and a sunroom with large windows. A picnic table is positioned nearby, inviting outdoor relaxation. The property is set against a backdrop of trees, contributing to a private and serene environment.
Cottage in Brownfield
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviews

Taproot Cottage at Stone Mountain

Taproot Cottage is cozy, quiet, comfortable and nestled in the beautiful White Mountain foothills of Brownfield, ME. Just one mile from the Stone Mountain Arts Center, 30 minutes to North Conway, NH, and easy access to hiking trails, mountain vistas, and the Lakes Region of western Maine. It offers a well-equipped kitchen/dining/ living room combination, full bath, a relaxing sunroom with full-sized futon for additional sleeping, and a loft bedroom with a queen bed.

Top guest favourite
A charming white cottage is set amidst greenery, featuring a welcoming entrance with a teal door. A small porch is equipped with two outdoor chairs and a grill, offering a cozy space for relaxation. The surroundings include a grassy area and a neighboring shed.
Cottage in Ogunquit
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Cottage at Footbridge Beach Ogunquit

Our one bedroom cottage is a perfect spot to enjoy all the beach life has to offer! This charming cottage is just a few minute walk to the Footbridge and Ogunquit beach and close to many popular restaurants and bars. The bedroom has a queen size bed , tiled bathroom, cozy living area and a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker. Limited marsh views from the private outdoor space with room to grill and relax. All linens provided

Guest favourite
The exterior of the cottage features a shingled façade, an American flag displayed prominently. A window offers a glimpse of the interior, and a flower box filled with vibrant blooms enhances the welcoming entrance. The surrounding yard includes grassy areas and a stone pathway.
Cottage in Saco
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

Bright & Cozy Beachside Cottage in Camp Ellis

HOUSE IS FULLY FUNCTIONAL - NO STORM DAMAGE. Chill with family or friends, work remotely, and/or do a whole lot of nothing at this chic, freshly renovated beach house in the best coastal neighborhood of Southern Maine. Unobstructed water view, a 1 block walk to Huot's restaurant & bar, the neighborhood beach, and a buzzing marina with wave runners and sailing trips are at your disposal. Old Orchard Beach & solid restaurant options are within 5-10 min drive.

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