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The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat

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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

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Saco, ME
  • Popular LocationCamp Ellis Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationPalace Playland6 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Orchard Beach Pier6 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)23 min drive

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Catamaran

2 Single Bunk Beds

Catboat

1 Double Bed

Ketch

1 Queen Bed

Schooner

1 Queen Bed

Sloop

1 Queen Bed

Sunfish

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

1st Floor

Toilet · Shower only

1st Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat

The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat just five minutes south along the shore from famous Old Orchard Beach and downtown attractions. It is situated near the quiet fishing village of Camp Ellis on Ferry Beach. The cottage is a spacious beachfront house with six bedrooms, three baths, and a two-sided wrap-around covered veranda and enclosed sun parlor providing an uninterrupted view of the entire Saco Bay and its several small islands.
Situated at the southern end of Saco Bay’s seven-mile beach, the cottage is unparalleled in its possibilities for fun and relaxation in a casual cottage atmosphere – spring, summer, or fall. Opportunities exist not just for summer swimming, sunbathing and terrific fishing, but also for Old Orchard Beach’s nearby beachfront amusement and family fun attractions. Beautiful oceanfront Ferry Beach State Park with its complex of nature, bicycle, and hiking trails is within brief walking distance just down the beach, and two nearby golf courses boast some of the best golfing in Maine.


At the Boathouse Cottage every effort has been made to provide convenience and comfort in a charming atmosphere for a relaxing and enjoyable seaside family vacation experience.

At the Boathouse Cottage, the six spacious bedrooms are newly decorated to provide a charming, casual, nautical cottage atmosphere for vacation living. The large living room, suitable for the whole household, has a color cable T.V., DVD and free WiFi. The wrap-around sun parlor is complete with a game table, assorted popular board and table games, a cozy daybed, overstuffed chairs and a panoramic oceanfront view. A separate dining room provides seating for the whole household. The fully equipped kitchen contains coordinated china service for twenty, all pots, pans and cooking utensils. It has a four burner gas stove with a large oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker with filters, hand mixer and dishwasher. Laundry facilities, located on the first floor, consist of a jumbo washer and dryer. There are three complete bathrooms with footed tub, shower, and tub and shower.

The oceanfront picnic area adjacent to the veranda includes picnic tables, a gas grill, wood fire pit and all necessary BBQ grilling utensils. The charming oceanfront veranda has relaxing, cushioned wicker patio furniture. You’ll enjoy a refreshing, sunny outdoor rinse or shower and shampoo when returning from swimming, fishing or sunbathing on the beach in the outdoor shower.

Property manager

Paul St. Martin

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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 first aid kit

About the area

Saco

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Camp Ellis, a neighbourhood in Saco. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, while Harmon Historical Museum and Saco Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Funtown Splashtown USA and Old Orchard Beach Parasail. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Saco, ME

What's nearby

  • Camp Ellis Beach - 7 min walk
  • Old Orchard Beach - 5 min drive
  • Pirate's Cove - 6 min drive
  • Palace Playland - 6 min drive
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 7 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • The Strike Zone - 7 min drive
  • The Brunswick - 6 min drive
  • Hooligan's Steak & Ale - 6 min drive
  • Big Licks - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat located?

This family-friendly Saco holiday home is located on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Ferry Beach State Park and Camp Ellis Beach. Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Ferry Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing & Revitalizing
The Boathouse Cottage more than lives up to its promise of being a beachfront family retreat. The house is well maintained and lovingly cared for. My brother and I spent three nights there to celebrate his birthday. The early May weather could not have been more cooperative. Indoors and out, everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay was provided. Communication with Paul, the owner/host, was outstanding. He provided detailed and helpful instructions prior to our arrival and was available by phone and very understanding when I had to contact him to report a mishap during our brief stay. I look forward to returning again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Everything was great, 8 of us ran the Maine Coast Half & Marathon and had a nice comfortable stay at this beautiful home. Would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Liezl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful vacation house!
We had a wonderful time! The surrounding area has certainly been hit by some big storms lately so the neighborhood is somewhat under construction but the house was very clean and in great shape. Paul is a very kind and responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
We were a group of six adults and four kids (18 months - 6 years old) and everyone had a blast. The cottage is right on the water and on a dead-end street. Kids enjoyed building sand castles in the front yard and playing on the beach. House was perfect and cozy. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul St. Martin

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