
House holiday rentals in South Bristol
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Explore 60 holiday rentals in South Bristol

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South Bristol holiday rentals start at $119 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
50 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
60 of South Bristol holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across South Bristol rentals

4.9 Average rating
South Bristol stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in South Bristol
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Moss House: A Modern Waterfront Cabin in the Woods
Featured in VOGUE and Maine Home + Design, this modern, handcrafted cabin offers calm Atlantic views, 150 feet of shoreline, and a private dock, perfect for morning coffee, launching a kayak, or watching seals, seabirds, and passing boats. Set among tall pines, it blends Nordic and Japanese influences in a space that is calm and composed. Interiors of wood, stone, lime plaster, and concrete form a grounded, quietly expressive, and sustainably built retreat. 1hr from Portland, but a world apart.

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.

Twin Ponds Guest House
Be it Spring & flowers, Summer living on the water, Winter's Gardens of Light Festival or the Lush colorful Fall, this guest house is the quintessential Maine experience. Twin Ponds Guest House boasts an open-floor-plan overlooking the historic Saw & Gristmill on Mill Pond and Marsh's fresh water Pond. Stone walls, lavender walkways & day lilies will welcome you. Relax & read the day away or in moments you can be in the midst of the most wonderful sailing, shops, food and fun imaginable.

Peaceful Oasis by the Great Salt Bay - 3BR/2Ba
Waterfront Retreat with Gorgeous Views Stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfect for multi-generational gatherings. Features an open-concept layout, chef’s kitchen, 1st-floor bedroom and bath, 2nd floor with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Kayak from your backyard, hike nearby trails, or swim in Damariscotta Lake just a 5-minute walk away. Stay connected with high-speed fiber optic WiFi. Close to charming Newcastle and Damariscotta shops and restaurants. A true oasis for nature and relaxation lovers!

The Tidewater Cottage on Pemaquid harbor
Relax in the panoramic views of Pemaquid Harbor from every window, the wrap around porch, the grassy yard or your own dock. The spacious home is located at the end of a quiet dirt road, resting on the protected harbor offering wonderful opportunities for boating, kayaking, SUP and birding. The spacious 2 story home has an open floor plan with the primary ensuite king bedroom downstairs. A perfect location, minutes from Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid Peninsula & 15 minutes to Damariscotta.

Mainelandia! Stunning New Waterfront Home!
Welcome to Mainelandia, a stunning new home nestled on the edge of Pleasant Cove. This stylish cottage beautifully blends modern aesthetics with the natural charm of coastal Maine, offering a serene and secluded retreat. Enjoy water and woodland views throughout, along with all-new furniture and cozy beds with luxurious linens. Our tidal dock provides access to Pleasant Cove, which is a great spot for kayaking. Just 5 miles from downtown BBH, Mainelandia is your ideal Maine getaway.

Mermaid's Chair | Private Beach | Hot Tub
*Hot tub not available after October 27- April This is a rare one. A classic 1939 Maine camp sitting directly on Casco Bay with a private dock, sweeping water views, and a saltwater hot tub, all on a quiet private road. Properties like this don't come around often, and once you're here, you'll understand why. The dock puts you right on the water, with one slip available for guests. Wolf's Neck State Park and Wolf's Neck Farm are a short walk away, and Downtown Freeport.

Pinkham Cove - Water Front Cottage
Authentic oceanfront Maine home, with stunning views and amazing sunsets. Located on Pinkham Cove at the mouth of Boothbay Harbor. Experience the village of BBH , hiking trails, Botanical Gardens and explore the tranquility of Maine. This is the perfect getaway cottage. Enjoy the deck and beach access. The home was recently remodeled. The kitchen is a gem with quartz countertops and Bosch appliances. Curl up by the cozy fireplace, enjoy the amazing harbor view!!

Rustic Waterview Maine Cottage
Our place is close to great views, historic Rutherford Island, 20 minutes from Damariscotta shopping, dining, and small town charm, the beach, the best antiquing, and quintessential Maine in the summer. You’ll love it because of the view, the charm of an original 200 year old home, the friendly neighbors, the great local food and flavor, the peace and stillness, and “the gut" fishing inlet.

Pemaquid Escape | Curated Comfort + Hot Tub
This fully stocked 4-bedroom retreat blends relaxation and recreation with a hot tub, screened porch, lounge for kids (or kids at heart!), shuffleboard table, seasonal river access with paddleboards, and a whole-home generator. ☀ 5 Min to Downtown Damariscotta ☀ 15 Min to Pemaquid Beach (19 Min to Lighthouse) Welcome to Oyster Place - where curated comfort meets the magic of the Midcoast!

Pemaquid Beach House
Quiet location, only 0.25 miles to beautiful Pemaquid Beach, close to great restaurants, nice wooded back yard, relax by firepit or head out on the deck with a good book. For those that enjoy hiking nearby seaside trails. Or rent a kayak and explore the Pemaquid River. Or catch the boat to Monhegan Island from New Harbor. Lots to do at this popular summer resort area.

Victorian Charm in Wiscasset, Maine: Acorn Cottage
A TRULY NOSTALGIC MAINE VACATION STAY. This spacious 1903 Masonic Victorian home in the “Prettiest Village” in Midcoast Maine offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and is steps from local landmarks like world famous “Red’s Eats” for a lobster roll, boutique shops, antiques, art galleries, and restaurants. Just up the road is the award-nominated “Alna Store”!
Popular amenities for South Bristol house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Coastal Retreat with Pool and Cheerful Vibes

House in the woods

Spacious 5BR Cottage w/Pool, Water & Resort Access

"Good Vibes" 4 Wonderful Seasons @ Portland Home!

Dog Friendly Midcoast Cape

There's No Place Like Home

Pool, Dream Home Gym, TV+Desk Each Room, Games

Gray Woodland Escape | Golf, Pool & Cinema
Weekly house rentals

The Happy Harbor House! Walk to town!

Hall Bay Haven

Peace in Pemaquid - Ocean Sunsets & Stargazing

Bayville Little House on the Bay

Bay View on Blueberry Hill

Five Islands Waterfront Retreat

Rustic Luxury Retreat with Hot Tub

Historic Carriage House just steps from Casco Bay!
Private house rentals

Stunning Location, ocean front & idyllic cove

Harbor View Cottage

Maine Carriage House

137 Shore Road Ocean Point view now with WiFi

Birch House Forest Retreat

Tranquil Woodland Retreat + Private Beach Access

Stunning Waterfront Home | Breakfast | Hot Tub

Boothbay Harbor Bungalow
When is the best time to visit South Bristol?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $494 NZD | $381 NZD | $356 NZD | $467 NZD | $391 NZD | $550 NZD | $540 NZD | $528 NZD | $500 NZD | $483 NZD | $508 NZD | $506 NZD |
| Avg. temp | -6°C | -5°C | 0°C | 6°C | 12°C | 17°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 9°C | 3°C | -2°C |
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- Hills Beach
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- Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park
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- Funtown Splashtown USA
- The Camden Snow Bowl
- Palace Playland
- Maine Maritime Museum
- Rockland Breakwater Light
- Portland Museum of Art
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