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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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 cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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
LL Bean Flagship Store - 60 min drive - 84.0 km
Getting around
Brunswick Station - 49 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 5 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive
Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - 5 min drive
Kitchen Garden Cafe - 9 min drive
Footbridge Brewery - 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock! on 25 May 2026 start from AU$310, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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!!
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.
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!!!
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.
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.
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!
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…😁
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.
The cottage was nice. Due to the weather we were forced to use the wall heaters. They were extremely difficult to control. It was either full blast (heat) or we had to shut them off.
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!!!
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!
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.
The door is an original and traditional cottage door with a latched handle and separate door lock. It can be tricky but once you get the hang of it you're good to go. Being feet away from the water, the seaweed and tide of the ocean smell sometimes is confused with septic smell. It is NOT septic. It is occasional and due to the tide and winds.
About the host
Hosted by Kim Cardwell
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.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests