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Deja Blue~Guest Beach House
Our beach guest house is an oceanfront dream for a 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. All 4 seasons are beautiful here. Pro tip: Wake up early and observe the beautiful sunrise over the ocean. It is totally worth getting up early and will not disappoint.

Salty Mermaid Cottage/Boat House
This 2br home is nestled at the end of a peninsula’s over the water, 5min drive to downtown Portsmouth. Spend the day on the on deck, grilling or enjoy your own authentic Maine lobster bake, swimming and treasure hunting the shore. Also explore Kittery or downtown Portsmouth, both just five minutes away. Enjoy this freshly renovated home, water views from every room and window, all bedrooms are equipped with a/c, free WiFi and smart TVs. Fully equipped kitchen has an amazing view of the water.

Cozy & Quiet Modern Cottage
Modern studio cottage designed and maintained with sustainability and eco-friendliness in mind, located in a quiet and very safe Portland neighborhood only a 7-10 minute drive (and $10-13 Uber/Lyft ride) from downtown Portland, the Old Port, and most local attractions. The cottage is a walkable mile (+/-) from Allagash Brewing (and the 4 other breweries there), and is within walking distance (.5 mi) of the restaurants and bars at Morrill's Corner. This is an LBGTQIA- and BIPOC-friendly space.

Peaceful Cottage on Maine Flower Farm
Maine’s Peaceful Off-Season Escape Nestled just next door to Ferris Farm, our family-run flower farm, this charming cottage offers the perfect private space to rest and recharge. Even as the gardens rest for winter, there’s beauty all around. Stay in and enjoy slow, coffee-filled mornings, quiet walks around the property, and cozy, starlit evenings by the fire pit. Or take a drive and explore Portland’s diverse food scene. Perfect for a romantic retreat, solo escape, or remote work getaway.

Lobstermen's ocean-front cottage
Be our guests & experience the life & beauty of Midcoast Maine. Relax & enjoy the views, warm up in the sauna or go for a refreshing dip. The cottage is part of an over 100 year old working lobstering, and now oyster farming property we call, Gurnet Village. Located right on historic Route 24, we are conveniently situated between Brunswick & the islands of Harpswell. All rooms have ocean views. The tidal beach & the floating dock (May-Dec) is ideal for seasonal fishing, lounging & swimming.

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.

4br2ba House+parking@PeacefulOasis on Munjoy Hill
This standalone 1500sf 3-story cottage is set in an ideal location, close to the Eastern Prom, cafes, award-winning restaurants, breweries and the Old Port. -Main floor: well-equipped kitchen + open concept living/dining room -Upper floor: 3BR (1 queen, 1 full, 1 twin) + bath -Garden level: 1BR/1 bath (queen) with private entrance - Off-street parking for 1 car This charming home @ A Peaceful Oasis offers plenty of space, privacy & comfort, making it the perfect home base for your stay.

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!

Classic Maine Cottage - dock, sauna & kayaks
The Perfect Maine Cottage! On the edge of the ocean, carefully preserved with traditional details. Charming, open floor plan, with a wall of windows to the ocean. Sunny large wrap-around deck and screen porch creates beautiful outside spaces to enjoy. Perfect for listening to waves and watch lobstermen pull up their traps. Cathedral ceilings and Scandinavian design gives the cottage an exclusive feeling. Gentle stairs lead to the private deep water dock for all kinds of boating.

Modern cozy cottage in historic coastal Maine
Contemporary, newly-renovated cottage between Portland and Freeport. Spotless interior w/ full kitchen, Netflix/AppleTV+, premium Tuft+Needle bed, and washer/dryer. EV charging available. Walk down Main Street to shops, restaurants, and the scenic Royal River. Easy drives to downhill skiing and iconic beaches, Portland's renowned restaurants, LL Bean flagship, and top-rated Maine Brewing. Half way between Boston and Sugarloaf. Your ideal base for Maine adventures.

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.

Coastal Charm! 4-BR Oceanfront Escape, Huge Porch!
Experience the ultimate Maine vacation at our cozy 4-bdrm oceanfront cottage. This charming retreat offers breathtaking ocean views, a spacious porch perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or enjoying a sunset cocktail with friends. During your stay you will have all the comforts of home. Ideal for families, friends or a romantic escape, this property provides the perfect blend of relaxation and enjoyment.
Popular amenities for cottage rentals in Scarborough
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Freshly Renovated, Family-Friendly Coastal Cottage

Quaint New England Cottage in the Pines | Lakeside

Paradise Found Minutes from Ogunquit | Heated Pool

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Beach Cottage 600 steps to Kinney Shores! 4BR/2BA

Newly renovated cottage with stunning ocean views

Cozy cottage with great yard

Beach Cottage. 2-Bedroom/1-Bath. Steps to beach!!

Sea Bisquit Cottage by the Ocean

*River Rose Cottage* River I Tub I Fireplace

Covered Bridge Cottage - Maine woods and river

Stunning Views, Renovated Beach Cottage~Maine
When is the best time to visit Scarborough?
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| Avg. price | £131 | £123 | £141 | £136 | £164 | £223 | £247 | £249 | £198 | £174 | £131 | £136 |
| Avg. temp | -4°C | -3°C | 1°C | 7°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 21°C | 16°C | 10°C | 4°C | -1°C |
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150 of Scarborough holiday rentals include wifi access

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