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Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!

Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!

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View of Cottage from water
View of Cottage from water
View of the water from yard.
Front of cottage from parking spot.

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Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 268 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Check out the area

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Southport, ME
  • Popular LocationBoothbay Harbor Marina3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOpera House at Boothbay Harbor4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoastal Maine Botanical Gardens10 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!

On the water with deepwater dock for your boat - this location cannot be beat. This cottage is located on Southport Island, a short five-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Boothbay Harbor. It is perched on the edge of Townsend Gut with water views from every room. You could easily spend the entire day watching the swing bridge open and close for the boats traveling past. Robinson’s Wharf (the island’s most popular restaurant) is a short walk away. The cottage underwent a full renovation in early 2018 and is ready for visitors!
The cottage has an open floor plan with the kitchen opening into the living room. The large bedroom has 1 queen bed and an attached bathroom. This quaint
cottage has all you need for a quiet vacation on the water.
The property is stunning with new professional landscaping and ample space for lawn games or lounging under the large trees while watching the tides rise and fall. There is a dock right on property for those who wish to bring their boat. On those busy summer days you'll hear the noise of the cars crossing the swing bridge.
Southport Island is only a 5 minute drive from downtown Boothbay Harbor – just over the Townsend Gut Swing Bridge. Southport Island is close enough to Boothbay but also has its own restaurants and sites to see. Robinson’s Wharf, Cozy's Dockside and Newagen Inn are highly recommended restaurants on the island. Hendricks Head Beach is located on the west side of the island. Sailing, boating and kayaking are spectacular activities in and around the island. If you want to venture off the island, the Boothbay Harbor Region has extensive nature trails, lake swimming (Knicker Bocker Lake), golfing, an aquarium and one of the best Botanical Gardens in the country.

**you can also rent the 4 bedroom house on the property if you need more space. VRBO listing # 1379766. Contact Kim for more info**

*** SUMMER of '24: The state of Maine is renovating the Historic Southport Swing Bridge that is viewed from the cottage. We have been in close contact with the contractors as we know this will impact our renters. They will be using hand power tools and there will be equipment noise during work hours. The bridge will be available for the usual summer boat traffic, meaning it will swing as needed to allow for boats to pass. The bridge will be down to one lane of car traffic. The construction is due to be complete in May of '25.

Property manager

Kim Cardwell
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southport

Located in Southport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ovens Mouth Preserve and Juniper Point, while Hendricks Hill Museum and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are cultural highlights. Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens 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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Southport, ME

What's nearby

  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 3 min drive
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 4 min drive
  • Carousel Music Theater - 4 min drive
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Brunswick Maine Street Station - 49 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Footbridge Brewery - 3 min drive
  • Robinson's Wharf - 2 min walk
  • Boothbay Lobster Wharf - 6 min drive
  • Red Cup Coffee House - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Juniper Point and within 3 miles (5 km) of Maine State Aquarium and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library. Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Boothbay Harbor Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Wonderful area. Perfect setting for a nice getaway
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As Advertised!
Perfect place for us! The location is a bit quirky being directly under a noisy swingbridge but we found it fun to watch and listen to and it didn’t bother us at all. The cottage is beautiful-and spotlessly clean-with great views from every room-and the grounds surrounding it are outstanding. It was a cozy environment with everything you need for a nice stay. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Views
This little cottage is perfect for a couple looking to get away, and has the room for additional people on the pull down couch. You can’t beat the water view as you’re quite literally on the water. Complete with outdoor seating and a boat dock, it’s such a nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Adorable Cottage!
Cottage was adorable, location convenient to Boothbay Harbor and other local spots, especially Robinson's Restaurant. Clean and well furnished. Noise from bridge a bit annoying but never kept us awake - hopefully will be resolved when the bridge is worked on this year! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Us
Well-located, impeccably clean, thoughtfully furnished and decorated, this property was perfect for us. Only possible downside is the bridge noise which has been mentioned. If such things bother you, this is not for you. Otherwise, a gem,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kim Cardwell

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A few friends, who specialize in small Colorado and Maine real estate ownership got together to purchase this unique waterfront home and cottage in one of our favorite Maine locations. I volunteered to manage the rentals.

Why they chose this property

We love being next door to Robinson's Wharf, a renowned and family friendly restaurant with an active lobster business.

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