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Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage

Beachfront holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Property grounds
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Classic Maine marsh-view beach cottage near Goose Rocks Beach. Enjoy the living room and dining room with three walls of windows overlooking the marsh, while exploring a fully stocked kitchen, laundry facilities, and a good-sized bathroom. With plenty of outdoor space for games like cornhole or relaxing in Adirondack chairs by the picnic table or under a 10' x 15' canopy.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage

Classic Maine marsh-view beach cottage. Steps from Goose Rocks Beach, in a beautiful cove in quaint, historic Kennebunkport. Grab groceries, park the car, forget the world and enjoy paradise!!!

The house has three bedrooms - one queen room, one room with two twin beds, and one loft with a full-size bed. The living room and dining room span the entire front of the house with three walls of mostly windows overlooking the marsh. This is a classic, historic cottage, so the ceilings are not very tall and the home is not expansive. It’s about 900 square feet with everything on the first floor except the loft upstairs with the full-size bed.

The kitchen is fully stocked and has a functional island with all full-size appliances plus other small appliances like a microwave, blender, toaster, coffee pot, slow cooker, etc. There is a laundry room with stacked washing machine and dryer off the kitchen. The bathroom is good-sized and includes a corner standing shower and a sink with a vanity for storage. There are hooks on the backs of the bathroom and bedroom doors for wet towels and clothes. The house has heating in the winter months and air conditioning in the summer months. The linens are provided - the beds are freshly made up with clean linens before your arrival and bath and kitchen towels are also provided. Beach towels are also provided.

Outside, the yard has plenty of flat space for yard games (cornhole and kubb are in the shed for your use), a picnic table, a 10' x 15' canopy, a hammock for stringing between two trees, five Adirondack chairs, and a propane grill. Goose Rocks Beach is a short walk from the house - it takes approximately 2 minutes to walk to the edge of the property, across the crosswalk, and down the beach path to reach the beach! There are beach towels, beach wagon, beach shade umbrella, beach mats, beach toys, four beach chairs, a paddleboard, two kayaks, oars, and life jackets for your use.

This is a private home in a small town. The Town has some simple good neighbor policies to follow about parking and noise. The good neighbor policies are posted on the refrigerator. Also, the Town trash collection takes place early on Friday mornings. We will ask that if you are staying on a Friday that you kindly wheel the trash bins out to the curb from the shed on Thursday evening, and, if it isn't check-out day, wheel the bins back into the shed on Friday afternoon after trash collection has occurred. There is one recycling bin and one trash bin. Directions for what does (and does not) belong in each bin are located on top of the bins. Check-in is at 4pm and check-out is at 10am. We are unable to provide early checkins or late checkouts because of the tight cleaning schedule. Thank you!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start the dishwasher by 8am. Please make sure all windows and doors are closed and thermostats are set to 68.
If it’s Friday, please wheel trash bins to the curb by 7am. Otherwise, please put trash and recycling in the bins in the shed.
Please put goodies back in/on the shed. Please let us know if you used the extra propane so we can replace it!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This is a private family home in a small town. The Town has simple nice neighbor policies re: noise, firepits and parking. Dogs only please.
Friday is trash/recycling collection day. They usually arrive early, so please wheel the bins to the curb Thursday evening or before 7am Friday.
We have a recycling bin and a trash bin. Directions for what does belong in each bin are located on top of the bins.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only. One medium/big dog or two small dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great spot for children! Fun loft, calm beach.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Town Permit required; likely need Portable Toilets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Town Permit required; likely need Portable Toilets
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-2200005

About the area

Map
Kennebunkport, ME

What's nearby

  • Goose Rocks Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Dock Square - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Walker's Point - 14 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪West Street Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Lost Fire - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pilot House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage located?

This Goose Rocks Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Goose Rocks Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kennebunkport Harbor and Cape Arundel Golf Club. Vaughn's Island Preserve and The Pool are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful surroundings and cozy place made for an unforgettable experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property owners

Incredible stay in Maine with our dog. Everything was perfect!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and relaxing

This cozy cottage, a short walk to a wide, walkable beach, is a lovely place to get away with beautiful views of the marshes out the back window. Overall relaxing place for your getaway. Host was helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet beach getaway

This house is in the perfect location - minutes to walk to the beach, and also tucked away with a private backyard. The beach was not to busy even in June. We also loved being able to bring our dog to the beach in the morning and evening. There was one cloudy day during our stay, and we enjoyed some easy hiking trails at Emmons Preserve just a 6 minute drive from the house. We really enjoyed a relaxing week and would love to go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

Two night girls weekend. Cozy cottage and amazing walks on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Beautiful area, short walk to the beach, very comfortable house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Second stay, great property and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So close to the beach!

Quaint & so close to Goose Rocks Beach! Great communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Returning Guests

Our second stay and will return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Beach House

We had such a great stay here! My young kids and dog loved the beach and all the games provided. The views are amazing too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cottage on a salt marsh

Right near Goose Rocks Beach, quiet, clean, peaceful getaway overlooking a salt marsh.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Week Away

Lovely week spent enjoying the beautiful Goose Rocks Beach area of Kennebunkport…can’t say enough nice things about Jill as a host and her lovely cottage..The best!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!

This was our second time staying here. The location is incredible as are the sunsets! Cottage has everything we need and it is so nice to be able to bring our dog! 5 stars!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time together take two!

We enjoyed our second stay at this site. Cannot beat the location. And Jill and her partner were so accommodating, going the extra step.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quick getaway

We just wanted a place to relax for a few days. This place is literally a 2 minute walk from a very quiet beach. The sunset was beautiful and the place had everything you might need. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay at Sunset Marsh

We had an incredible week! House had everything we needed! Beautiful location! Third time renting. Will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Mahoney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect pace for a Perfect get away!

The "QMBC" is adequately named! It's a 5 minute walk to GRB ⛱️ and we also enjoyed hanging out in the Adirondack chairs watching the tide come in and out, kayaking at high tide
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay!

This was our second stay with Jill. We really love the cottage and it's proximity to Goose Rocks. It's such a charming place with everything you'd need for a family trip. We enjoyed cooking a couple meals at the cottage and enjoyed all of the fun art supplies, games, and puzzles. We hope to return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet stay in Maine

Late April in Maine means empty beaches… and this cottage was perfect for a short vacation where solitude, dog walks along the beach, reading and sleeping was the addenda. We did go out to dinner twice… the Earth at Hidden pond and Via Sophia by the Sea… both minutes away… both 5 star restaurants that did not disappoint.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Short Work Retreat

Our goal was a comfortable home with a large table, good view from windows, and near the ocean. This is exactly what we got!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage and Host!

While the weather was not the best during our stay, the cottage was beautiful, and views of the marsh were absolutely amazing! Also, Jill was a wonderful and addressed all questions quickly and completely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing weekend on the salt marsh

Our family took a quick weekend trip to do some birding and enjoy some nature walks. What a great house in an amazing location! We enjoyed sitting in the Adirondack chairs overlooking the marsh every evening as the sun set. The house was absolutely spotless and had everything we needed. It was cozy and comfortable, with plenty of games for entertaining ourselves after dark. It was close to nearby attractions for day trips. The owner was very responsive when we had questions about the heater. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond perfect

👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goose Rocks Perfection

This house was the most perfect vacation home we have ever rented. We’ve rented over a dozen houses on GRB over the past few decades, this was by far the winner. We already booked for next year. The location cannot be beat. The marsh view is everything! Two minute walk to the beach was great of course. We were a little nervous that the house would be too small as we usually rent houses that are 2,000-4,000 sq ft. But the layout is so functional we actually had an easier time here. They must have renovated too It felt like a house you wanted to live in. The owner is a gem. I asked a ton of questions before and during the stay and she responded quickly every time. So friendly and you can tell she cares about first impression. The house was stocked with lots of things you’d need for your stay and includes a very sweet hand made welcome basket. A+ to Jill and the cutest house on the block. Thank you a million times! See you next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming and warm cottage close to the beach with great views.

The cottage is very cozy, well maintained and well stocked. The windows allow so much light in to warm the soul, and the view is fantastic in the dining and living area. We enjoyed watching the tide come in and go out each day in the outdoor seating. Be sure to bring your binoculars for watching the local birds. The only negatives were that the yard was unkept. The grass was very long and there were sticks and branches all around, however this year's rainy weather could be a contributing factor. Also, the kitchen stove hood is on its last leg, but the good news is the smoke alarms work very well. For those wanting to spend the day at the beach, you have all you need, including proximity to be able to walk there and back to the cottage in the event that you have forgotten anything. Lastly, we were happy to be able to bring our fury friend. She enjoyed both the cottage and the beach. Thank you to the host Jill for the welcome gift of hot pepper jam and crackers. Nice touch!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023