10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth E., Summit
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location
Elizabeth E.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Entire home
Classic, summer cottage with all the amenities!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kennebunkport, ME
- Colony Beach6 min walk
- Walker's Point19 min walk
- Dock Square2 min drive
- Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)43 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
First Floor with private bath
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs "bunk" room with twin beds
+1
5 Single Beds
Upstairs Double
1 Double Bed
Upstairs King
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Upstairs King bedroom
1 King Bed
Upstairs queen
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Classic, summer cottage with all the amenities!
Charming summer cottage with everything you need for a large group of family or friends. The Munson Cottage is a unique 150+ year old summer home that has been in our family for three generations. Nestled in the woods, yet only a 5-minute walk to the Colony Beach and breakwater. Dock Square in downtown Kennebunkport is just 1 mile away.
The Munson Cottage has six bedrooms and three bathrooms to sleep fifteen comfortably. Linens and towels (including beach towels) are provided. There is a working fireplace in the living room, a large screened in porch, a dining room, and a full kitchen with a glass top electric stove and an antique propane cast iron stove for heat. The large Dining Room has plenty of room for your extended family and friends.
We rent by the week in the Summer and by the night with a 3-night minimum in the shoulder season. The Munson Cottage is a summer house with no central heat. There is no central A/C but each room has a fan to use as needed. Pets are welcomed!
Cancelation Policy: In the event that the tenants must cancel, every effort will be made to re-lease the property for the time period leased. In the event this can be done, expenses for re-leasing will be deducted from the the lease payment and remainder will be forgiven. In the event this cannot be done Lessee is responsible for all rents.
The Munson Cottage has six bedrooms and three bathrooms to sleep fifteen comfortably. Linens and towels (including beach towels) are provided. There is a working fireplace in the living room, a large screened in porch, a dining room, and a full kitchen with a glass top electric stove and an antique propane cast iron stove for heat. The large Dining Room has plenty of room for your extended family and friends.
We rent by the week in the Summer and by the night with a 3-night minimum in the shoulder season. The Munson Cottage is a summer house with no central heat. There is no central A/C but each room has a fan to use as needed. Pets are welcomed!
Cancelation Policy: In the event that the tenants must cancel, every effort will be made to re-lease the property for the time period leased. In the event this can be done, expenses for re-leasing will be deducted from the the lease payment and remainder will be forgiven. In the event this cannot be done Lessee is responsible for all rents.
Property manager
Chris Munson
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Kennebunkport
Located in Kennebunkport, this holiday home is on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Engine, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ogunquit Beach and Goose Rocks Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Kennebunkport, ME
What's nearby
- Colony Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Kennebunkport Village Green - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Walker's Point - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Gooch's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
- Dock Square - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Alisson's Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Federal Jack's - 3 min drive
- Pilot House Restaurant - 3 min drive
- H.B. Provisions - 4 min drive
- Mornings In Paris - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin G.
25 July 2017
Fun family vacation
Caitlin G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
8 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Jason M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Justin M., Vermont
21 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay!!
Justin M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Justin M., Vermont
25 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great year!
Justin M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hagan B.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KBT 2024
Hagan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill F., Essex Jct., Vermont
15 Aug 2018
Excellent Property Close To Everything Important For Our Family
Bill F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Bill F.
21 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second Year At Munson Cottage
Bill F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Justin M.
21 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and comfort!
Justin M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
31 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Natalie T.
31 July 2017
Enjoyable stay in a rustic home.
Natalie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
10/10 Excellent
Pat L.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Pat L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great rental
Jason M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa R.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
Lisa R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary G.
16 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for large groups
Rosemary G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth E., Summit
20 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay at the Munson Cottage
Elizabeth E.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
2/10 Terrible
Eileen K.
22 Aug 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The house had bats flying around the house. We arrived Saturday and left Sunday
Eileen K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kerrin O.
10 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Club Munson
Kerrin O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
2 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome rental
Jason M.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Meaghan M.
18 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Meaghan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
2/10 Terrible
Olivia B.
26 Sept 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Bats Bats Bats
Olivia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Justin M., Vermont
19 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Justin M.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
John O.
31 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Munson cottage family reunion
John O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
About the host
Hosted by Chris Munson
The Munson brothers (Stuart and Chris) spent their summers in the Munson Cottage beginning in 1968. They made lifelong friends, held summer jobs, and came to think of Kennebunkport as their second home. Many extended family members would gather in K-port each summer, spilling over into local hotels to enjoy time together in beautiful Maine. Their father Bob was the heart and soul of the Munson Cottage for decades until his passing in 2011. He would drive up from Virginia each May to ready the house, weed his rock garden and daylilies, and enjoy time with family and friends. He would return in September to enjoy the changing season in Maine and prepare the house to be closed for the winter months. The house continues to be a place for the brothers, their families and friends to gather in the summer to make special memories.
Why they chose this property
The Munson Cottage is over 150 years old and has been lovingly maintained by the Munsons for decades. Great care has been taken to retain the charm and character of our summer home. We hope that other families will make the same lifelong memories that we have made at the Munson Cottage with family and friends.
What makes this property unique
Antique cast iron propane stove in kitchen that still works! We use it to take the chill off the early summer and fall mornings. The large screened porch is always the favorite gathering spot, and the large dining room has plenty of room for the whole gang!
Languages:
English
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