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

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A lakeside setting with two Adirondack chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a microwave, a toaster, and a refrigerator.
A lakeside view with a chair by the water, a bush of pink flowers, and a rock.
A spacious kitchen with two wooden chairs, a large wooden star decoration on the ceiling, and a modern TV on the counter.
A white house with a grey roof, surrounded by large rocks and dense trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this 1-bedroom vacation home accommodates 2 guests. It offers water views and features games for entertainment. Adventure seekers can enjoy nearby rafting, fishing, and mountain climbing, while golf enthusiasts will find options close by. Explore attractions like Juniper Point and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library in the village area.

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Southport, ME
  • Place, Robinson's Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Juniper Point
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪30 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**

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Property # 1380743vb
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

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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Southport, ME

What's nearby

  • Robinson's Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Juniper Point - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kitchen Garden Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬4 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock! on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$908, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!?

On-site parking is available at the 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 111 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was great! It was clean and in a great location. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grade difference between bathroom and bedroom could use some caution tape.Maybe less hotel type chairs and a cozy recliner for curling up and reading a book.Couldn’t find first aid kit. It is a little noisy with bridge and all its bells and noises but I really didn’t mind it.Lovely place to use for base camp while exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always look forward to a relaxing and serene stay at this cottage. Our recent stay was no exception. Water view is out of this world and the wildlife is extraordinary. We watched the young male ospreys on their nest on the bridge. We saw ducks, geese and cormorants in the water. We watched a mink scamper along the rocks at the water's edge and watched 2 harbor seals playing in the gut. We could watch the working lobstermen checking pots and hauling in their catch. The cottage is perfect for a couple with all you need in the kitchen provided. The cottage is rustic but well appointed and laid out so you have water views from each room. Loved the benches at the point of the property. Could sit and idle away hours in the sunshine. Also, enjoyed the single serve coffee maker as well as the pot for larger brews. Lovely new pot and pan set which were great to use. Linens were provided so you don't need to lug them with you. We always enjoy staying here and hope to book another couple weeks in 2027!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great little spot! I loved watching the bridge move, watching sailboats pass through and even some fishing boats press their luck to smoothly pass under. They did, and it was entertaining to watch. Yeah, people spoke negatively about a smell, but you’re on the coast. It’s a thing. If we are ever in the area again, we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing little waterfront cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Would love to have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a LOT of time sitting waterside and enjoying the boats & bridge. Kitchen was well equipped & bbq grill was perfect. The sliding doors let in tons of light and we had them open as much as possible. We had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and fully equipped. We e joyed watching the daily parade of boats and maizie the osprey! Southport is a special place and the cottage is a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose to include the cottage with our rental of the big house on the property and were glad we did. We only had nine adults but it was great to have the extra space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful setting and lovely cottage.

We loved staying at the cottage. It was clean and very comfortable. The setting is gorgeous, as close to the water as you can get. We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Wonderful area. Perfect setting for a nice getaway
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a cozy cottage for two. Immaculately kept. Wonderful kitchen and bath. Comfy queen bed. Lovely view across Townsend Gut.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage at the waters edge

This cottage is very clean, bright and cheery. It was wonderful watching the swing bridge open and seeing all the boats going by. We would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable Cottage

Cozy cottage on Townsend Gut, have stayed here several times, works for us, really enjoy it. Very good communication with owner, very clean.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

Beautiful water view and quaint area. Charming cottage, nice yard. Great communication.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage on the Water

A quaint cottage on the water, perfect for a short getaway. Quintessential Maine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As cute inside as the pics.

Great stop on my adventure. Light and airy inside and exactly as shown in the pics. Great view from the yard and dock. Gorgeous views on my drive around the island, Boothbay Harbour and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage - Very responsive staff

We've stayed at the property before, and love it.It's a small cottage, right on the water. Lovely!Kim, the VRBO contact person, is *very* responsiveand requested the rest of the staff to provide two itemswhich were missing. They were provided quickly.Very happy with this experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Maine Visit

The location is great; right in the middle of everything and easy access to town with great dining next door. We were surprised by the close proximity to the road when we arrived but it didn't bother us when we were inside. We loved watching the boats and birds around the bridge and felt the cottage was cozy. We had everything we needed and enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southport Bridge

Even though we were right on the water, the outdoor space was limited.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a Wonderful Stay!

This is the second year we’ve stayed here and it was great! The bridge construction was noisy of course but fascinating to watch and the boat traffic is always entertaining. The grounds are beautiful and the cottage is lovely. Communication with the management was exceptional. We will be returning…😁
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped, small, clean Maine cabin. Views from the LR and BR were great. Watched ospreys tend their nest on the bridge. Lots of ducks, seagulls, pigeons. Watched a lobster boat drop two traps right in front of the cabin. Easy walk to a great shock side restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Honeymoon

Awesome property!! Just perfect! We loved watching the lobster boats and the bridge open for larger boats!!! The cottage was adorable and had everything you needed! Loved everything about Booth Bay!!! Book this house... you won’t be disappointed!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

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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