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River view home w/ lovely deck, views & fireplace

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Exterior
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Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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South Bristol, ME
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Common space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River view home w/ lovely deck, views & fireplace

Charming South Bristol Cottage

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Cozy, private, and beautifully situated near the banks of the Damariscotta River, the Charming South Bristol Cottage offers the quintessential Maine experience in one of the Midcoast's loveliest towns. In the same family since 1947, this home is a wonderful place to make memories, whether you're curled up by the fire in the mornings and evenings, watching the waves crash at Pemaquid Point, walking in South Bristol and Christmas Cove, or picking up lobster fresh from the boats in town. It's the way life should be!

What's nearby:
South Bristol is a classic Maine town - an active lobstering village with friendly, welcoming people and stunning vistas. You'll experience the relaxing intimacy of a small town with access to plenty of tourist sites and activities, including kayaking, hiking, fishing, charter boat tours, shopping, and dining close by. You can pick up incredibly fresh lobster at the South Bristol Fisherman's Co-op half a mile east, take a dip in the brisk waters of Pemaquid Beach 11 miles east, or enjoy a beautiful day trip to Camden, Boothbay Harbor, or Monhegan Island.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen (without a dishwasher)

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Bristol

Located in South Bristol, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Verna Preserve and Fort Point, while Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park are cultural highlights. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Bristol, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 26 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 46 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 47 min drive - 49.4 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 48 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Cabbage Island - 51 min drive - 51.2 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Coveside Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham's Gourmet Market - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬49 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River view home w/ lovely deck, views & fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River view home w/ lovely deck, views & fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River view home w/ lovely deck, views & fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River view home w/ lovely deck, views & fireplace located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Fort Point and within 12 miles (20 km) of La Verna Preserve and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Biscay Pond and Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

It's home!

I've been at this cottage 3 years in a row and are already booked for next year. I love this place so much that I'll change next year's reservations to extend the stay. Truly dreaded leaving today.
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Maine Summer

This was the epitomy of summer in Maine. Although not right on the water, you can see it from the deck and you can walk to it in just a couple of minutes. The area is charming and a good home base to explore surrounding areas like Boothbay Harbor and Rockland. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Rustic cottage by the ocean

Cozy, roomy "home away from home!" Nice 3 rooms, able to sleep 6 comfortablely... 2 bathrooms were so welcome for us ladies. Sitting on the porch watching the sun go down on the water was so beautiful & peaceful. Full kitchen eneabled us to fix our own meals in a snap. Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Charming Maine Cottage

This property is quintessentially Maine. Beautifully maintained, great South Bristol location. Spacious and loaded with charm. It is evident that the owners are proud to share their cottage and family history. Books line the shelves and everywhere you look there is Maine inspired Knick knack.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice cabin, but...

The River View house/ cabin is spacious and has many nice features. When we arrived the inside of the cabin was very clean but the two older bedrooms with the twin beds and especially the bunk bed room smelled musty. Even with opening all the windows that didn't go away especially in the bunk room. The sheets were clean but wonder if the bedding/quilts had been washed in a while?? Same with the master bedroom bedding. The wrap around porch had not been swept at all. It is a great space but I had to wipe down all the furniture and sweep everything. It is a great space and should have been part of the cleaning process. (I didn't sweep the side deck.) The wifi does not work. The instruction's seem old and the network does not come up even when you put it in. The most frustrating thing is that the communication with rental agency is basically nonexistent...it is through Vacassa a rental agency not an owner and was although they said they would get their "local people" on the wifi no one reached out even when I spoke with the Vacassa a number of times. I should have known when I first asked a couple questions right after renting it. We had a great grandmother and a toddler with us so I asked f there were fans in the house and access to beach chairs. I never got a response. (When I got there I found there plenty of fans, but had brought a bulky one with m as I never got and answer, but it looked like beach equipment was locked up in the shed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Dreama S.

Maine Vacation

Cabin was roomy and beautiful. Would be nice if the living room had more heat than the fire place. Very difficult to get to river. The town is very freindly Kneads has great scones and lobster is delicious
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginnie W.

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

Wonderful location!!

We loved our stay in South Bristol. It was perfect, even for our 91 year old parents!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John W.

Perfect Maine Cottage

This property is the quintessential Maine cottage. It had more than enough space for the 3 of us, and the kitchen was very well equipped. The deck was a perfect place for coffee in the morning, or dinner in the evening. And the family history of the place, in both words and photographs, was fascinating. We are brokenhearted that it won't be available next summer because it is being sold. Maybe the new owners will put it back in the rental market!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

GEORGE M.

Magical place

A magical Maine get away with views of the Damerscotta river. we were within walking distance of South Bristol and Christmas cove.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

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

Beautiful setting and nice property

Had a great time. The scenery was beautiful, the neighbors were friendly and the local sea food was great. Also got in hikes, bike rides and kayaking in the local area. Just a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Family vacation

We loved the area the cottage was wonderful!! The people at osiers market fixed our lobster !! Soo nice loved that place !! We have no complaints. Would go back in a heartbeat. God Bless !

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

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

Friends Fall Trip

This place was Amazing! Nesteled in the forest, while seeing the ocean from the porch was incredible! It was a beautiful cabin, beds were comfortable, had a full kitchen. Got fresh Lobsters at the Co Op downtown that were delicious! Great location. Had day trips to Camden, Boothbay, Wisscasset, and several others. Fall foliage was outstanding! We want to come back! Our trip was filled with great memories and this cabin was simply perfect. We had 6 adults and enty of room. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dierk B., Perkasie, USA

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

Fantastic

Easy check in, beautiful home in a picturesque setting, comfortable beds, all the necessary amenities, and as an added bonus, a great collection of books, including: Andre and a history of the neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

GREAT

VIEWS

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely home in a lovely spot!

We had a great time at the sweet, clean home. The kitchen is very well stocked, we cooked several nights. We spent our days walking around town and exploring the surrounding peninsulas. It was a fantastic family vacation and we loved the house! I didn’t notice that the listing didn’t mention a washer and dryer. We definitely needed one but the laundromat was pretty close and inexpensive!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Terrie V.

Absolutely comfortable!

This charming cottage with its gorgeous wood interior, all the amenities; comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, warm wood stove and sea breezes is absolutely amazing! I will return if needing an overnight stay in South Bristol in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

JULIE L.

🌟

Loved it!
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10/10 Excellent

Roman R.

You’ll Love It!

Quaint, private, charming and just simply perfect! We had a wonderful trip and have fallen in love with Maine! Lots to do and not enough time in the day….
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Peaceful cabin for relaxing

This cabin was just as described and pictured. Our traveling party was five adults and there was plenty of room to space out and find a place to read or chill. One person had to work remotely and the desk area and porch were perfect for this. The internet service was very good. The living area was spacious and furnished comfortably and the kitchen was well equipped even though small. The beds were comfortable, the showers were great and the entire cabin clean and well-maintained. Since the weather was overcast and cool most of the time, we did some day trips to Boothbay, Wiscasset, and Bar Harbor to see the sites. Mainly we just relaxed in the evening with a warm fire while trying to complete an impossible puzzle. Visiting Maine to escape reality for a week was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Classic Maine Experience

This cabin was a great spot for my small group of friends looking for a classic, relaxing Maine getaway. It was super clean, well-stocked, with views of the water below. We biked, ran, walked, and hiked in the area and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again! Brought us right back to our childhood camp days :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

cara r., watertown, ma

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

Great stay

We had a lovely couple of days at this home. It was spacious and interesting, clean and in a good location although a short drive to any attractions. There were lots of fun decorations and pieces of history in the house which created a lovely ambiance but were not particularly kid friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Lovely visit to Maine in a charming cabin

For my oldest son’s graduation from high school we had plans to go away on a cruise. Unfortunately 2020 being the year of the Covid Pandemic those plans were nixed. With our kids itching to get away and do at least something as a family, my wife and I selected a visit to the beautiful state of Maine. No one in our family had ever been there before, though we’d heard great things about Maine from friends of ours. So we decided to look for an affordable, yet charming, place to stay. We figured since we are going to be surrounded by forests, let’s seek out a cabin-style abode for the week. We hit the jackpot. The kids fought over who would get to share the bunkbed. Our two youngest boys won that battle. Being close enough to the Damariscotta River that we could see it through the trees bordering our home, we chose to keep the place fresh and airy at night. The library had some classic choices for us to read. The separate master bedroom and bathroom were just enough of a romantic getaway to make us feel guilty as parents. Well my wife felt more guilty than I did. Lol. Anyways, this home in South Bristol is within driving distance of several beaches, lighthouses, and is only a couple hours away from Stephen King’s home in Bangor. Of course you simply have to spend at least one day at Arcadia National Park too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

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