
Holiday houses in Southern Maine Coast
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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.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Luxury Year-round Hobbit House w/ private hot tub
Fern Hollow is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Romantic A-Frame cabin in the woods
Stay at Hidden Pines Cabins. Modern cabin tucked privately in the forest. Loaded with modern amenities make it perfect for a romantic getaway. Unwind in the hot tub looking up at the sky full of stars. Take a Sauna while being surrounded by nature all around. Relax by the fire pit. Located in the majestic forest of mount agamenticus, the extensive trail system is off our road. Short drive to the Ogunquit/ york beaches, outlets at Kittery and near Portsmouth, Dover and Portland restaurant scenes.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews
Mermaid's Chair | Private Beach | Hot Tub
*Please note: The hot tub is unavailable from October 27 through April. The booking guest must be at least 25 years old. This classic 1939 Maine camp sits directly on Casco Bay, offering a private dock, sweeping water views, and a saltwater hot tub, all on a quiet road. Properties like this don't come around often, and once you arrive, you’ll understand why. The dock places you right on the water, with one boat slip available for guests. Wolfe’s Neck State Park and Wolfe’s Neck Farm are nearby.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
Oceanfront w/ Stunning views and Private Deck☀️🏖
Welcome to the Beach House on the Rocks, your very own oceanfront retreat! This beautiful, 1350 sq ft house is nestled right next to the ocean. With panoramic views and the ocean just steps away, you won’t forget this one of a kind experience. Tucked away in the hidden gem of Camp Ellis, you’ll enjoy a lively beach scene in the summer and a tranquil retreat in the off season. Just a short trip away to Old Orchard Beach and 30 min to Portland you’ll never be in need of fun activities.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews
Classic, calm river view & centrally located home
We are happy to share with you our coastal, colonial home set on eight acres along the Kennebunk River. Enjoy our quaint, warm home just 5 min to the beach and 3 minutes to Cape Arundel Golf Club. Our 4 bdrm, 2.5 bathroom suits short or long term stays. The location is ideal: 6 min from Kennebunkport, 15 min from Biddeford, and 30 min from Portland or Portsmouth! We hope to make you feel at home with the morning birds chirping and the calmness of the river just in back of the property.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
LUX Designer Private Waterfront Hot Tub - Secluded
Escape to a luxurious, privately designed glass-walled waterfront cabin on 3+ secluded acres along the Crooked River in Naples, Maine. The river wraps around, offering total privacy, your own sandy beach, dock with direct Sebago Lake access, and state park minutes away. Unwind in the year-round hot tub, outdoor shower, hammocks, or by the see-through fireplace. Luxe bath with heated floors, huge walk-in shower w/ scenic window. AC, pets welcome. Perfect peaceful retreat—come recharge!
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
Higgins Beach *New* Beach Home & Private Offices
Custom designed contemporary at the beach. Perfect for a relaxing getaway, visiting family and friends or working remotely. Chef's kitchen w/ high end appliances, granite countertops, enclosed porch grill area. 3 bedrooms and 2 private offices Huge windows and amazing views from all of the rooms highlight the natural beauty of high tides, sun rises and sun sets. Wonderful beachfront walks and beautiful surroundings inside and out. Easy proximity to Portland's Old Port.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!
✨ Encourage reserving multiple nights to bring down the cost per night ✨ Single night available Oct 25 ✨ Minimum stay varies, typically 2 to 3 nights ✨ If you see a longer minimun, it’s likely to prevent the reservation from leaving a single night open. Just select different start date. ✨ Much appreciated if guests book trips connected to other guest trips ✨ Unless the trip is within the next few weeks, please don't book a trip that leaves a single night open ✨
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 513 reviews
★"Life~at~Sea"★I mi to beach★W/D★Park★2 full baths
• Open floor plan/first floor bedroom+full bath • Fully stocked kitchen with coffee & tea bar • Peaceful neighborhood close to Dock Square & less than 1 mile to KBK Beaches • Shaded back+side yard/patio/grill/outdoor shower • Netflix+Sling+Hulu+HBO+Amazon Video+4 TVs • 1 car garage parking+driveway parking for 2-3 cars • washer+dryer+towels+bed linens provided • board games, pack N plays x 2 • 2 KBK beach passes+boogie boards+beach towels+chairs
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews
History Steps from the Beach
If you’re looking for more space and amenities than staying in a hotel room, but still want the cleanliness and professionalism you’d expect from one, then you may enjoy staying here. Our spacious 3 room, 1,200 square foot historic (c. 1670) one bedroom apartment for two guests has exposed beams, wide pine floors, full bath, kitchenette, and is just a short walk to Long Sands Beach or a short drive to York Beach, York Harbor, or York Village.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 363 reviews
The Maine Frame | Modern A-Frame Cabin in Freeport
• Perfect for couples, small families, or a getaway with friends, our signature A-frame features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, a cozy gas fireplace, and thoughtfully designed interiors. • This cozy 1,100-square-foot space sleeps four in two bedrooms—one King and one Queen—with a shared bathroom. • 7 minutes to downtown Freeport. • Proud to be ranked in the top 1% of eligible homes and recognized as a Guest Favorite on Airbnb.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviewsPopular amenities for Southern Maine Coast holiday rentals
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Luxury Coastal Retreat | Mins from Dock Square
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews
Brand-New 2BR Beach Retreat with marsh views
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviews
Minnow Cottage waterfront, in-town Kennebunkport
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviews
The Blowfish - Oceanside Escape
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews
Seaside Serenity 1 - Oceanfront
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
Lobster Boats & Harbor View Pine Point Home
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews
Moody beach cabin by the sea
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews
Cottage directly on Moody Beach
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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviewsDestinations to explore
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