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Oceanview Escape near Maine Beaches
Located at the end of a private road you will find the area very peaceful with beautiful ocean view sunrises and sunsets and lots of wildlife sightings. This cozy 1000 square foot apartment has been recently renovated for a clean coastal vibe. The house was originally hand built in 2000 by the owner. You will notice the craftsmanship detail, built ins, hand made furniture and unique nautical style throughout the apartment. The kitchen is fully stocked and equipped with stove, full fridge and a new microwave and dishwasher. The living space provides a 50 inch smart TV and queen pull out sofa. Enjoy the vast ocean views from the large living room picture windows. Watch the boats cruising through Penobscot Channel or a local lobsterman hauling their traps. The bedroom offers a queen bed and plenty of closet/storage space. There is a large jacuzzi tub and separate hand tiled shower in the bathroom. Spacious deck off the kitchen/living area provides an outdoor dining area and grill. Enjoy dinner or drinks taking in the salty ocean air and views. At the base of the entry stairs is a separate patio space with propane fire pit shared amongst both living spaces. Located behind the apartment is an adorable playhouse with slide, saucer swings and a rock climbing wall that is shared amongst the neighborhood. Please play at your own risk. WiFi included

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)

Cottrill House on Damariscotta River #2
A convenient and newly renovated apartment. Enjoy the mid-coast in down town Damariscotta Maine. Private entrance, two bedrooms, private bathroom, living room, kitchen. NO CLEANING FEE! Private back yard with views over the Damariscotta River. Walk to unique restaurants and shops. Rent a kayak or a paddle board across the street and enjoy the beautiful views of the Damariscotta River. Only, 25 minutes away from Pemaquid Point and Beach. 32 miles to Popham Beach and Reid State Park. No smoking!

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.

Cozy Forest Loft (15 min to 3 cute towns)
Bright, cozy loft, surrounded by deep woods, a tranquil retreat offering true peace, separate from our home, w/ its own entrance; we're here if needed. Located between Boothbay, Damariscotta, & Wiscasset, 1 mile from Route 1 and 27, on 13 acres, abutting 100s of acres of preserve land - provides the best of both worlds - woods rich with abundant birds, but less than 15 minutes from restaurants, shops & activities, plus, dedicated WiFi /2 Smart TVs. Dogs welcome, no cats due to allergies.

POST OFFICE COTTAGE Pemaquid Point
We now have a social media page! @pemaquidpostofficecottage Enjoy the relaxing, picturesque coast of Maine in this cozy, comfortable cottage...like a dolls house. Centrally located to local attractions, Pemaquid Lighthouse is 1/2 mile walk.Pemaquid beach only a 5 minute drive. Tiny Cottage sleeps two, with a full size bed or use pull-out couch, efficiency kitchen, and compact bathroom , shower stall. ( 16’ x 20’ square footage) Located with access to tide pools, glorious sunsets!

The Cottage at the McCobb House
Freshly renovated inside and out, the cottage is your private Maine camp. Located on an acre and a half of wooded grounds, and surrounded by forest, the cottage feels secluded, but it’s only a mile to the restaurants, shops, and waterfront attractions of bustling Boothbay Harbor. With hiking trails in the Pine Tree Preserve that adjoins the property and the Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve a five minute walk up the road, you can also explore nature and enjoy the solitude of the woods.

The Maine Frame | Modern A-Frame Cabin in Freeport
• Perfect for small families or couples, our signature A-Frame cabin features a modern interior gas burning fireplace, soaring ceilings, huge windows, stylish interiors, and all the comforts of home. • This cozy 1,100 square foot space comfortably accommodates up to four guests in two bedrooms (one with a King-size bed and the other with a Queen-size bed) and a shared bathroom. • 7 minute drive to downtown Freeport. • Proud to be ranked in the top 1% and voted Guest Favorite!

Serenity, Privacy, Clean and Bright
This large studio can be rented by the week only June - September. A high ceiling, many windows and skylights give this space a feeling of spaciousness. On a private road. A short walk takes you to the Damariscotta River. Perfect for artists, writers and those looking for a retreat space. 10 miles away are great cafes, stores, a movie theater, a health food store "better than Whole Foods", a lighthouse and a beautiful beach. Close by are countless spectacular walking trails.

Cottage in the woods on Ocean Point
Secluded getaway in the woods close enough to see and hear the ocean and catch amazing sunsets. Charming 1BR + Loft, 1BA cottage situated among an acre of Ocean Point fir trees providing privacy and a quiet get away. Less than 100yd walk to the shore, beach and path at Grimes Cove, Ocean Point Inn Restaurant & Bar, and daily activities at the community "casino" building with playground, tennis, pickle ball, basketball, and Sunday softball. Harbor is 20 mins away for exploring.

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.

Cottage on an island on the end of a peninsula W
Compass Rose Way Cottages are on Rutherfords Island in South Bristol, Maine. There are two cottages. North and West, both are two bedroom, one bathroom, both with an open concept living room and kitchen cottages We are less than 1/3 mile from downtown South Bristol and the ocean. We are about 14 miles from Damariscotta, Pemaquid Point, and other mid coast Maine towns. Our electricity is provided by our solar array that is grid connected.
Popular amenities for South Bristol family-friendly rentals
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Downtown Hideaway-Loft HotTub Modern Clean Private

A comforting sweet off grid cabin near the beach!

Lakefront: Private Hot Tub, Sauna & Free Massages!

Private Oceanfront Home 🔆2 min to Popham ✔️Hot Tub

Cozy log cabin on private pond, near Reid St Park!
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Timeless Tides Cottage

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Hobb’s House - Year Round Log Cabin on the Water

Cottage on Todd Bay

Peaceful & private waterfront cabin

Renovated historical Waterfront farm

The Byre at Piper’s Pond

The Highland Cottage on Sheepscot
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Cozy Studio Flat, Belgrade Lakes Region

Resort-like 2 bed/1 bath - seasonal pool/hot tub

Luxe Liberty: Getaway with Heated Indoor Pool!

"Good Vibes" 4 Wonderful Seasons @ Portland Home!

Poolside Suite-Gateway to Portland

Loft Apartment on Tree-Lined Street in Falmouth

Maine Hacienda w/hot tub & seasonal pool

Apt in Victorian Mansion w/ Pool, Hot Tub, Parking
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South Bristol stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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