Cottage holiday rentals in Scarborough

Buoys on Bates | Couples' Cottage near Portland

Buoys on Bates is a newly renovated, contemporary cottage 15 minutes from Portland and moments from Yarmouth's historic Main Street. Step into a spotless, light filled space with a full kitchen, fast 350 Mbps wifi, premium Tuft & Needle queen bed, in-unit washer/dryer, efficient A/C, and Level 2 EV charger right at the door. Walk to shops, restaurants, and the Royal River, then set out for Portland, Freeport, beaches, and breweries. Buoys on Bates is your easy, comfortable base for all of Maine.

Secluded Coastal Home & Cottage 3 Minutes to Beach

Escape to Thistle Pond Cottage, a peaceful coastal retreat in southern Maine. Nestled on 2 acres with pond views, lush gardens, and local wildlife, it’s minutes from beaches and Portland. Every stay begins with homemade bread from our kitchen and thoughtful, locally sourced welcome accompaniments. Weather and seasonal permitting, guests may occasionally savor a host-prepared wood-fired pizza made with fresh garden ingredients. Cozy, bright, and full of garden-to-table charm and seasonal delight.

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.

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!

Charming Designer Cottage on Marsh

Cozy renovated Cottage w/ stunning marsh views is short walk to beautiful Goose Rocks Beach. No need to pack gear, cottage comes equipped w/ 2 kayaks, 2 bikes/helmets & beach buggy. Stroll to general store for morning coffee, walk on beach or head out and explore the Kennebunks & Cape Porpoise. Our community offers world class dinning, boutique shopping , entertainment and beautiful hiking trails all close by. At days end kick back & relax by the fire pit...”The way life should be”

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.

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.

Close Enough

This sweet little two bedroom, just 5 streets from the beach and along the trolley line, is the newest in our Close Enough family! It is packed with charm and convenience, while being nestled in one of OOB's quietest neighborhoods. This cottage has just enough of everything to make your beach vacation complete, from vintage kitchen charm, to full size laundry facilities , to an adorable private patio for regrouping after a day at the beach! Ask us about discounts for longer stays!

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.

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.