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A Cozy Retreat on Southport Island

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Periwinkle Cottage with a porch facing the ocean
View from the boat house by the water
Property grounds
Open concept living room and kitchen area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Southport, ME

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A Cozy Retreat on Southport Island

This cute-as-a-button newly renovated waterfront cottage is located on Southport Island across the swing bridge from Boothbay Harbor. "Periwinkle" sparkles with fresh coastal decor and hardwood floors throughout. The first of two bedrooms offers the option of a king-size bed or two extra-long twins. The second bedroom has one twin bed. The living room has a full-size sleeper sofa. There is one AC window unit and fans.

See our cancellation policy below.
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The covered porch and boathouse deck provide perfect places to relax while watching the bridge open for passing boats and listening to live music from Robinson's Wharf across the cove. Walk there to dine in, or take out lobsters, other Down East offerings, and landlubbers' fare.


Harbor Choice Laundry is 3 miles away. There is limited counter space in the kitchen, but a nook just behind the kitchen offers additional storage. There is not a dishwasher.

Points of interest within approximately 2-4 miles include Dogfish Head Beach and Hendrick's Head Lighthouse, Boothbay Harbor (dining, shopping, boat tours, golf, YMCA), Maine State Aquarium, and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.

Guests have access to the entire cottage and dock.

We will meet you upon arrival to transfer keys and give a quick tour. We are available 24/7 during your stay.

Hendrick's Head Beach is about a 2 mile drive on the island and offers a view of Hendrick's Head Lighthouse. Downtown Boothbay Harbor is also 2 miles in the other direction. The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is about 4 miles away.

Cancellation Policy: If Guest wishes to cancel his/her reservation any amounts paid by Guest will be refunded (less any credit card fees incurred) as follows:

100% if cancelled prior to or on date six (6) months prior to Check-in Date
50% if cancelled after six (6) months and before or on three (3) months prior to Check-in Date
0% if cancelled after three (3) months prior to Check-in Date

Maximum Occupancy: The maximum number of Guests allowed in Premises is 4. If this number is exceeded without prior approval from the Property Manager, Guest will forfeit the security deposit and the Property Manager may cancel the agreement without further notice. No subletting is allowed to others.

Linens: Sheets, towels, pillows, and blankets are provided with this rental.

Smoking: Strictly prohibited inside or on the grounds of this property.

Pets: Pets may be allowed at the property, but will need prior approval from the Property Manager.

Noise: No parties are allowed on the premises. No loud noises are permitted outdoors between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Supplies: An initial supply of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and cleaning items will be supplied.

Trash: If Guest's needs exceed a weekly trash pickup, please contact Property Manager.

Arrival and Departure: Check-in time is 4:00 pm or later. Check-out time is 10:00 am. Property Manager will meet you upon arrival and give Guest a house tour and keys. Keys are to be locked inside the house upon check-out. There is a fee for late check-out unless prior arrangements have been made.

Departure and Cleaning: Please leave the house as you found it. Dirty linens should be placed in a pile in one bathroom or laundry room. Dishes should be cleaned or placed in dishwasher and run. Please take all food out of the refrigerator and put bagged trash in bins provided. The house will be thoroughly cleaned before and after your stay. Housekeeping duties during the rental are the responsibility of the Guest.
Courtesy quiet hours start at 10 p.m. per local ordinance.
Smoking is NOT permitted anywhere on the property.

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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southport

Located in Southport, this cottage is on the waterfront. Boothbay Harbor Marina and Boothbay Region Land Trust are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ovens Mouth Preserve and Juniper Point. Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and sailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Southport, ME

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 49 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cozys Dockside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cozy Retreat on Southport Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Cozy Retreat on Southport Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cozy Retreat on Southport Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Cozy Retreat on Southport Island located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Juniper Point, Maine State Aquarium and Hendricks Hill Museum. Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Boothbay Harbor Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariah M.

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

Down home on the bay.

Adorable spot. Classic and cozy seaside cottage with the amazing boat house as an extra bonus. We walked to Robinson’s Wharf every night. Delish! We wanted to stay longer, oh well, next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

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

A gem of a cottage

Periwinkle was a cute, clean getaway. Julie was waiting for me when I arrived and gave me lots of tips on where to go, where to eat etc. I had a problem with the TV and Tom stopped in to guide me through it. I loved my stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

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

2024 vacation

Everything was amazing, just as described. Very quiet and relaxing. The boat house was an extra surprise, loved walking out back and hanging out on the dock watching the swing bridge and the lobsters being hauled up from the boats to the restaurant. Judy was great! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Peaceful easy feeling

The location was great, peaceful and easy to manage. It was a wonderful retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin D.

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

BEAUTY UNDERCOVER

Loved the house and the view, the house was perfect for what we needed. the view from the pier was amazing, the mangers of the property were awesome deal with and could not have been more helpful. wish i could give it more than 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Peaceful Retreat

This cottage is the perfect getaway if you are looking for relaxing, peaceful vacation. The cottage is in a very quiet neighborhood but is close to many great things to do and eat within a short drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

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

maine

Very beautiful place loved it! Towel rack in bathroom coming loose from the wall ( it was liked that when we arrived) Tv keep going in and out and wifi did not work! was not upset about the TV as we did not come there to watch TV but would have helped to have a strong Wifi for googling activities in the area! Peri winkle was a dream Thank You
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha D., Minneapolis, MN

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

Wonderful Cabin on Southport Island

This cabin is just right for a couple. There is a large bedroom with a king bed and a small bedroom with a single bed for storing luggage and clothing. The kitchen is well equipped. The view from the deck is so picturesque. It overlooks a small harbor with Robinsons restaurant. The tide varies for 8 to 10 feet and is fun to watch coming in and going out. There is a swing bridge which can be seen from the dock. The cabin is just a couple of miles from downtown Boothbay Harbor, but is in a quiet area. It is just a few miles from the Maine Botanical Garden, which should not be missed. We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Little Oasis

This cottage is so peaceful. It is exactly like the pictures. We were able to have coffee out by the water every morning. We walked to Robinsons Wharf restaurant and had dinner on the outside deck. Judy was great! She met us at check-in and gave us a tour of the cottage and outdoor spaces. She also gave us information needed to know where everything is located, from grocery stores to leisurely things. We will definitely be back! Donna
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

fantastic stay

it was a fantastic stay good place to just lay low enjoy the sights and one another, we did come home 1 day early by accident i lost track of the time and lost a day but we loved every min of it.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Picturesque Location

A great location away from the busyness of Boothbay Harbor, but centrally located to enjoy the many activities the area has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Quiet and private yet close to bustling Boothbay Harbor. Excellent little place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

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

lovely cottage on the harbor in Southport Maine

Such a wonderful place! Wendy the property manager was so nice and communication with her was so easy. Lovely views of the harbor from the house, comfortable beds and furniture. We so enjoyed our coffee on the porch each morning watching the lobster boats go out. You can see the swing bridge from the house and it was interesting watching the boats go through when the bridge slid open. Will definitely be going back. A definitely thing to see is the Maine Botanical Gardens.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvette S.

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

Perfect for us!

Had a wonderful stay at Periwinkle Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Great vacation!

We truly enjoyed staying at this lovely cottage. The view is perfect and everything was wonderful. We had very personal attention.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

katina c.

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

23rd Wedding Anniversary!!!

We absolutely loved our stay! The view was spectacular and the cabin provided everything we needed! It was the perfect spot for writing and relaxing! We've visited the Boothbay Harbor area for greater than 10 years, so this visit was especially about getting away- our 1st travel since the pandemic, relaxing, and being inspired. We made contacts in town and look forward to returning in the fall of 2022 for some author events, and hope to stay at Periwinkle while we're there!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly A.

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

Pleasant stay

we had perfect hosts, we were in constant contact leading up to the stay, we were met and given a walk through of the property. All of our needs were met. Customer Service at it's finest!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

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

Another great stay

Excellent stay. Great cottage. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

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

A cozy cottage with a view.

We enjoyed our visit to Southport, Maine and our stay at Periwinkle Cottage. Everything was comfortable and functional. The boathouse deck and chairs allowed for relaxing while enjoying a great view. Being just a short walk from Robinson's Wharf was nice, too.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

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

Wonderful stay!

This was a great little place to stay. We had a really nice time. Enjoyed the cottage and surrounding area. The boat house and dock were a nice addition. And topping it all off was the property managers being attentive and responsive to one small issue we had. Thanks for a great stay! We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alena L.

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

Beautiful property, wonderful host

The property was so beautiful, clean and comfy. It was so peaceful having lunch on the dock and watching the boats pass by. The host were wonderful, we found their suggestions of things to experience locally and loved everything we tried. We loved our stay and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

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

Great stay!

Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

deborah h.

Simple and underwhelming -a disappointment

The online description really inflated the property so price was too high for what is provided. No amenities like dishwasher, washing machine, kayaks, BBQ (although the property manager went out and bought a simple charcoal grill many thanks to Tom!). We stayed a week and planned to cook a number of our meals -but no counter space, no where to store purchased food so very challenging to prepare meals.Cheap kitchen utensils.Furniture was rickety and old or or Ikea cheap. Boathouse was a poorly kept up shed. We will not be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Great 👍!

We were there for a week hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marsha D., Minneapolis, MN

Perfect Cottage on the Water

Comfortable cottage on the water in Southport, Maine. Clean and well stocked. Good kitchen facility. Close to many good restaurants. Beautiful area!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2018

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