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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14278.7 sq m
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Explore the area

Westport Island, ME
- Place, Monkey C Monkey Do8 min drive
- Place, Castle Tucker15 min drive
- Place, Wiscasset Historic District15 min drive
- Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bunk Room
2 Single Bunk Beds
Cottage Bunk Room
1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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
Wiscasset
Located in Wiscasset, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Castle Tucker and Wiscasset Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Monkey C Monkey Do and Dolphin Mini Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum and Bath Center for the Arts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Westport Island, ME
What's nearby
- Monkey C Monkey Do - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
- Castle Tucker - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
- Wiscasset Historic District - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
- Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
- Chocolate Church Arts Center - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 34 min drive
- Circle K - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Jodie’s Cafe & Bakery - 10 min drive
- Kitchen Garden Cafe - 34 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
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
12 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
29 Sept 2025
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Brian M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Melody C.
6 Aug 2025
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Melody C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Joyce C.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine vacation
Joyce C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Cynthia R.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cynthia R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cynthia M.
25 July 2025
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Cynthia M.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mary Beth M.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation getaway!
Mary Beth M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jill T.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Jill T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Deirdre M.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house
Deirdre M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Marc G.
1 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shimmering Indeed
Marc G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Karina A.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend b-day celebration
Karina A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Sandra B.
3 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sons 30Th Birthday Gathering
Sandra B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Melody C.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite rental!
Melody C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good
Marie W.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Summer vacation
Marie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Hugh R.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid coast vacay
Hugh R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Elena N.
20 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Elena N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
AMYJO C.
27 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Maine trip
AMYJO C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family reunion
Mary W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Lindsay W.
12 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic wedding weekend!
Lindsay W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Johanna M.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property- great for multiple families
Johanna M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Teena K.
20 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Teena K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Maine Getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good
Barbara S.
1 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Location!
Barbara S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Anthony W.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location for Family Time
Anthony W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good
John B.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bollman clan
John B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jessica Frank
Languages:
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