"Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds

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Horse Carriage rides at the Old River House.

Front Porch: A Sailing day view of Water & Silas Perkins Park.

Twilight and Full Moon over the Old River House, Kennebunkport.

In town on the Kennebunk River with 13' tide

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10 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 21650.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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Kennebunkport, ME

Kennebunkport Village Green
‪1 min walk‬
Dock Square
‪6 min walk‬
Kennebunkport Harbor
‪8 min walk‬
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 10

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Old world elegance. Built in 1848, this fully restored, approximately 7500 sq ft. ten Bedroom Estate on world famous, Ocean Ave. sits just 0.2 of a mile from beautiful Dock Square, and a 30 second drive to the Ocean. Enjoy morning & evening Beautiful Sunrise & sunsets over the River and crashing wave Ocean sounds.

The 'Old River House', sits on the Kennebunk River next to the Arundel Yacht Club. Two public parks sit in front of and along side the Estate.

'The Old River House,' is nestled among the many old Captain's Mansions of the 18th Century. An almost $800,000 renovation in 2010 brings this grand old Captain's mansion back to its original grandeur. Antiques throughout the many rooms and the frequent passing of the Kennebunkport horse drawn carriage brings one back to that slower, more quaint part of American history. Morning coffee and evening drinks on the porch are just perfect for watching the river boat traffic and the children taking sailboat lessons at the 'Arundel Yacht Club' next door.

''The Old Rigging Loft'( Barn) is now, a separate apartment, with Care-takers, and owner / operators, Scott & Cheryl Mahoney on site and available 24 hours for the convenience and comfort of 'Old River House' Guests. We make every effort to assure your 5 Star vacation stay. Just ask !

There are four stair cases, and three levels of living space. New rugs, new bed mattresses, new curtains, new furniture, custom gardening, newly added European and American antique furniture throughout, are a hallmark of the Old River House.

STR License: STR21-00168

Property manager

Scott Mahoney

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Supervised or Lease Violation. Will result termntn

Events

No events allowed

NO WEDDING EVENTS, GROOMSMEN, BRIDESMAIDS STAYS.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO SMOKING, Candles, Fireworks in or near house.

TOILET PAPER ONLY. Please NO Tampons, Diapers, Easy-wipes in toilets. NO GREASE IN SINKS. Pump station will jam / overflow.

WINDOWS: DO NOT OPEN Please. Heat Pump System and A/C system are on constantly

CHECK-OUT: Empty all Refrigerator, and cabinets, countertops of all food, etc. PLACE IN BAGS, and place outside in large Garbage Cans.

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

Note from host: NO WEDDING EVENTS, GROOMSMEN, BRIDESMAIDS STAYS.

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

Property Registration Number STR21-00168

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kennebunkport

Located in Kennebunkport, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Old Orchard Beach Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kennebunkport, ME

What's nearby

Kennebunkport Village Green - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Dock Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Kennebunkport Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Colony Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Walker's Point - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

Wells Regional Transportation Center - 15 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
‪Federal Jack's - ‬11 min walk
‪Pilot House Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪H.B. Provisions - ‬10 min walk
‪Mornings In Paris - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds located?

Located in Kennebunkport, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Kennebunkport Village Green and Dock Square. W. Robert Paine Gallery and Northlight Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan S.

20 August 2024

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

Excellent to bring family together - something for all ages!

We had a great extended family getaway weekend at Old River House! We had family members ranging from 2 yrs to 86 yrs old and there was something for everyone. The location is amazing, close to everything and was walkable to shopping etc for ALL of us. The hosts were so helpful and responsive when we needed, and otherwise let us enjoy our time. The house is thoughtfully furnished and included everything we needed. The small park area across the street was great for letting the kids get some energy out, and the house had games, puzzles and books to keep people occupied as well. Amazing, priceless memories made, thank you so much to Scott and Cheryl!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jilli A.

28 July 2024

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

Fantastic stay - incredible location!!

Staying at the Old River House in Kennebunkport was an absolute delight for me and my eight friends. From the moment we arrived, Scott and Cheryl were incredibly gracious and generous. Although we knew all the bedrooms were on the second and third floors, they went above and beyond by setting up a bed in the spacious dining room for one of our guests who couldn’t manage the stairs. Our friend mentioned it was an extremely comfortable bed! The house itself was immaculate, adorned with beautiful antiques and furnishings. Each room having its own sink was a wonderful surprise and added convenience. The kitchen was fantastic, equipped with amazing appliances, and conveniently located next to the main porch. This made it easy for us to grab a snack or refresh our drinks while enjoying the beautiful view from the porch. Plus, the Nespresso machine available to us was a nice touch! And the location of the Old River House is unbeatable! Whether we were heading out for our Pineapple Ketch sail or making multiple trips into town for breakfast, shopping, or dinner, everything was just a short seven-minute walk away. We are incredibly grateful to our hosts for making our four-day weekend so memorable. I wholeheartedly recommend this VRBO to anyone looking for a large home centrally located in the heart of Kennebunkport that can accommodate many people while still providing everyone with their own bedroom. Cheers!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalton E.

18 September 2023

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

Golf Weekend

12 old friends do a golf weekend in KPT every fall. This property is fantastic for a large group; 10 bedrooms (real bedrooms) and spacious kitchen, living and sitting room; large deck. Best of all, short walk to downtown KPT. Owner lives next door and was so accomidating. An older home, but well maintained and so much charactor.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

1 September 2023

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

Ideal family reunion site

The 10 bedrooms, generous indoor and outdoor space, made this perfect for our family reunion. We loved being able to visit snd share meals on the veranda or indoors in the ample living space. An added benefit was the location—an easy walk to shops and restaurants in one direction or the ocean in the other direction. The historic house and views of the river were another plus.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F., Durham, North Carolina

21 August 2023

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

Great historical charm, ideal location

This house is perfect for a large group that appreciates the history of the Kennebunkport area. You can't beat the location - river views and a 5 minute walk to everything in Dock Square. Scott and Cheryl are terrific hosts, very responsive and welcoming. Our big group loved the house!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

31 July 2023

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

Love KPT and Old River House

Wonderful as usual, great for large families, absolutely best porch/view in KPT.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

25 July 2023

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

SFC

Great trip. Again

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanmarie L.

25 June 2023

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

Family Fun

Had an awesome time having a family reunion. Great house with lots of places to stay in a fabulous porch to hang out on.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C., Portland, ME

3 October 2022

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

Location, Location, Location!

The Old River House is an historical building within walking distance of everything Kennebunk and Kennebunkport have to offer. Scott and Cheryl are there to meet you upon arrival, and are always available for all questions/concerns. Check in/check out is very well laid out and very little is left to chance. Although the property is well maintained and the beds are very comfortable, keep in mind that this is a very old house: steep stairs, a little musty, no modern decor, etc. If you have old relatives, there is no first floor bedroom, and it may be difficult for them to climb the stairs. We were a group of college friends 50+, and it was perfect for us; however, for a family with small children or one with elderly parents, this may not be the ideal place for you.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Edward C.

28 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Don’t recommend staying here

Would not recommend staying here if you appreciate privacy from owners.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

24 August 2022

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

Perfect Location

Old River House is perfectly situated within walking distance to town in one direction and along the ocean in the other. It has a nice porch with a view of the harbor. The house is large and ramshackle in a charming way. It is a nicely set up with 3 pretty large rooms downstairs (unusual in a old house). We thought the major drawback down stairs was the furnishings which were mostly antique but not well-suited to a big group. Like all old houses, this one requires maintenance but certainly nothing to keep you from having a wonderful time at the historic Old River House.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 August 2022

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

Family reunion

Great place for a larger group. Porch is perfect for family time.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

25 July 2022

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

Great spot for anytime of the year

House is awesome Location is perfect and the house welcomes you

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

11 July 2022

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

Old River House

Close to town. Lots of room. Porch is great.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan Y.

10 July 2022

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

Great place for large family

We had a great stay! The house was clean and large. Scott was very responsive with our questions regarding our stay and things to do in the area. Great house plenty of room for a large group. Awesome location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K., Kingsland, Texas

16 June 2022

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

Excellent !

Our family of14 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful historic home. Being just a few short blocks walking distance to all of the shops and action in town was awesome. The owners/host were very helpful. Kennebunkport is a beautiful small town and we hope to go back again someday.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D., Metro Boston, USA

12 October 2021

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

Charming house, terrific location

We are a group of several families who have traveled together for years. The Old River House was perfect for us. It's close enough to the village to walk to restaurants and shops. The river, right across the street, is a great place to put in a kayak, which we did several times. There are jogging and walking opportunities everywhere. We enjoyed wondering about days past in this truly historic building. The kitchen is well appointed. Scott and Cheryl are very responsive hosts and took care of anything that came up. We would (and hope to) come again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Sherry H.

9 October 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not what expected

We booked a 5 night stay here for our family of 9. Have been coming to Kennebunkport for 30 yrs. Property conveniently located and walkable to town. Traffic on Ocean Ave was noisy. The small park across the street and the kitchen are great. However, we left there feeling disappointed due to the condition of the house. It is falsely advertised as “fully renovated.” It is not. Our recommendations: 1. Bathrooms are old and need remodeling. Plaster on ceiling is falling down and the owner taped paper towel to hold it up. There are no photos showing any of these bathrooms. There was no soap, shampoo, conditioner towel racks anywhere. There is Drainage issue in shower where the water stands for several hours. Not one sink in any bedroom had a towel hook or ring for a hand towel and mirrors were all too small to be helpful. 2. The house needs a good power washing and cleaning. Cobwebs in and out. 3. The bedding needs updating pronto. Quilts are old and worn out, holes in blankets. Upgrading bedding and pillows would make a huge difference. The property has great potential but the owners need to pay attention to detail throughout and remodel the bathrooms. The Removal of personal items would help make quests feel like it’s their home instead of intruding on someone else’s home. Again great potential.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

18 September 2021

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

Great Location, Great Property, Great Property Manager

The house was perfectly located, and very comfortable. The manager/owner was extremely accommodating as well. I highly recommend this house to anyone who stays in Kennebunkport!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

18 August 2021

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

SFC ALUMNI

Great time, thank you

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Libby O., Brownsville, Texas

15 August 2021

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

Maine Home

We had a wonderful time in Kennebunkport and the hosts could not have been more gracious and helpful. I thought it might be intimidating to have their family next door, but there are different entries to the two houses, and it did not conflict with feeling that we had the "place to ourselves." The yards/parks across 2 sides of the house were very useful for the kids and for the adults to sit and watch the boats go by. It was expensive, but if that is not an object, this is the place to stay in Kennebunkport with a large group.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

2 August 2021

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

Short Stay for us

We only stayed for 2 nights, so pretty short. The only drawback was no bedrooms on the ground floor. Everything else worked out great.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Rick L.

16 July 2021

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

Enjoyed

Wet nice time together in an old residence

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Regina B., Marblehead

13 June 2021

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

Perfect!

The location and size of property was perfect for a girls weekend. Highlights were that we were each able to have our own room and the common areas were very large and seated us comfortably! We were able to walk to shops and restaurants which made the trip to Kennebunkport even more relaxing and enjoyable. The Old River House was just what we needed to rest and recharge.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gervaise F., Kennebunk

7 December 2020

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

The place was wonderful and plenty room to spread out for our group.

Excellent!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Scott Mahoney

Inkeepers, Scott and Cheryl Mahoney have 8 wonderful children from 25 down to 5. 5 boys and 3 girls means they are very busy all the time. They have been married 27 years. Scott grew up in Lexington, Ma, and Cheryl in Farmington, CT. Scott moved to South Glastonbury, CT at age 8 and meet Cheryl at a 'Mixer' (dance) Senior year at her private school. Cheryl became best friends with Scotts mother (Gloria), so when they broke up, Scott would come home and hear Cheryl laughing with Gloria, her best friend. Cheryl, a year behind Scott, transferred to Scotts College, Fairleigh Dickinson University (NJ) . They went out with other people, grew up, and realized that they should be together and 27 years later, they still are. They have lived in Atlanta for 20 years. Scotts brother, Chris, worked at the Colony Hotel as a Busboy during College. Scott worked at the grand old 'Marshall House' in York Harbor, Me as an Elevator Boy one summer, and as a Bellman the next summer. The Marshall House has been torn down several decades ago. The Mahoney's vacationed here and in York Harbor, Me. Cheryl vacationed at her family's vacation home in Old Saybrook, CT.

Why they chose this property

The Old River House has fast access to launch your Kayaks or go to the Ocean beach ! It is in the very heart of Kennebunkport, in town elegance and ease. No hassle finding parking in the 'Port,' just walk. Walk or drive to the beach. The adjacent Town Parks are very well maintained and used by locals and vacationers. Kennebunkport really is Fun and Happiness. Its a great place for Families and Kids.

What makes this property unique

Breakfast in the morning, by the wall of windows, looking at the Lobster boats going out to sea and the Sea Gulls following. You can smell the ocean when the tide goes out (approximately a 13 foot tide!) and the sun bakes the sea weed. In the evening, sitting in the rocking chairs on the porch, with a glass of your favorite beverage, makes for a great and relaxed day. Finally, when going to sleep, the evening breeze temperatures get into the 50's to 60's, making for the best sleep you will have and great Ocean wave sounds.

PARKING: 52 Ocean Ave. driveway. Capacity; 6 cars side by side. (Back driveway for Landlord)

Languages:

English

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10 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 8

Bedroom 9

Bedroom 10

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

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