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Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access

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A cabin by a calm lake with a dock extending into the water.
A wooden deck with two chairs facing a lake.
A wooden cabin-style kitchen with a large island, skylights, and a window with lace curtains.
A wooden building with large windows, a porch with potted plants, and a stone pathway.
The dining area behind the living room sofa.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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South Bristol, ME
  • Place, La Verna Preserve
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Half

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

South Bristol

Located in South Bristol, this cottage is on the waterfront. Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boothbay Region Land Trust and Boothbay Harbor Marina. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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South Bristol, ME

What's nearby

  • La Verna Preserve - 23 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve - 24 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Biscay Pond - 26 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 27 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 52 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Red Cup Coffeehouse - ‬49 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access on 30 Sept 2027 start from AU$3,072, 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 Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage with Sunsets, Hot Tub and Dock access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Fort Point and within 12 miles (20 km) of La Verna Preserve and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Biscay Pond and Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second visit to Marguerite’s Cottage in So. Bristol. Lovely cottage on the water with beautiful view and sounds only of nature and periodic boats checking their traps. The cottage has all the necessary amenities , hot tub, and cozy wood stove. Short distance from Damariscotta, Boothbay, etc. with local and fine dining. Great communication and welcome from Kirsten. We loved being there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2026
Thank you, L! You've been a wonderful guest and I hope we see you again...even if we end up being neighbors instead of host and guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time. We love the rustic feel of the cottage with all the modern conveniences. Beautiful sunsets and my granddaughter loved the hottub. And Kirsten was the best host anyone could ever have. Will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you so much and thank you for being such lovely and thoughtful guests! We're really pleased to know that you'll be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is wonderful! Quiet, comfortable and everything you need is there! The kitchen is very well equipped and great to cook in. The front porch is so peaceful listening to the birds, watching the seals off on the rocks and watching the sunset! Wish I could bottle that up and bring it home! Thank you for sharing your cottage and I especially appreciated being able to have my 2 labs along!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just wonderful! Amazing location & the nicest owners one could imagine!

The house was perfect for our family with nice size bedrooms and a big living room with a spectacular view of the ocean.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2020
Thank you, P & K. It was such a treat to have you visit and Pie Boy says thank you for the pie!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Very nice property. Good hot tub. Enjoyed watching wildlife on the river, seals and a bald eagle. Would recommend as a vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2024
Thank you, Bill! It was a pleasure to have you visit - and thanks for leaving the cottage in such amazing shape. Have a great fall!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love Maine

Great trip! The house has a beautiful view and is in a great location. One of the best things is the pup friendliness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you, Jennifer! I'm glad the pup(s?) had a great vacation, too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Perfect and such a peaceful place to stay. Views of the river are amazing. Watching the seals every day is a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Thank you, Robert, for taking the time to write a lovely review and thank you for being such a terrific guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity and wildlife

This property offers great privacy with immediate access to the waterfront with amazing views. The cottage is clean and cozy, and the amenities are top notch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Thank you, Barbara! I'm glad you liked it - and very glad to know you'll be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waterfront cottage

This was a wonderful week! We loved the seals, sunsets, and area. There was amazing wildlife and a relaxed private feel. Comfortable beds and a rustic feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Thank you so much, Lisa! We're really pleased that you enjoyed you stay. Thanks for being such terrific guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

The location is perfect for a relaxing week. The views, wildlife, and sounds of the water are amazing. Everyone enjoyed the stay! The cabin is equipped with everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you, Sheila! I'm so glad you enjoyed it and we hope we might see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage with a View

We loved our time at the cottage. Between watching the seals and just being able to tune out and relax, this cottage was the perfect place. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2023
Thank you, Dean, and thanks for leaving it in such lovely shape! We look forward to seeing you next year - and have a great year in the meantime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Having stayed here a week in August with a friend, I understand why this cottage receives such stellar reviews--and I agree! The property's waterfront location is ideal - beautiful, woodsy, and private, while convenient to midcoast towns, attractions, with excellent outdoors and dining options nearby. Magnificent sunsets, peace and quiet day & night. Loved the deck overlooking the water, especially in the evening, and we appreciated the cottage's cleanliness and comfort. The varied birds and wildlife just outside its doors were an added bonus. A special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you so much! It means a lot to have people enjoy it so much. And I hear you had great weather. I hope we might see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marguerite`s Cottage

Great location.Nice cottage. Love the area.I`ve been visiting for 30 yrs. every summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2023
Thanks, Francie! We hope you'll be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Bristol

Second time here for us. Watched the seals from the deck and hot tub, explored the area. Love it, we’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2022
Thank you, Paul! We'd love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Bristol

I’ve been vacationing in the area for 30+ years. The house was near all my favorite places to eat, hike etc Now I’m trying to find a place to rent the summer or buy year round.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Hi France - Thanks for the great review! And tho we'd love to see you again, I sure wish you luck in finding your perfect place. I don't blame you for wanting to stay longer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

May getaway

I love everything about this property. It is right on the water and the beautiful views are maximized both inside and out. The cottage is charming, well equipped and very comfortable. The deck and hot tub are outstanding! There is no place I would rather be for relaxing with the tides, watching the birds and seals, kayaking, etc. I hope to go back many times!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Thank you, Sally! And thanks for being such a thoughtful guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Maine Cottage

This property is adorable and it has million dollar views. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen is great, and the sunsets are amazing. It is rustic and we loved that. No AC but the fans helped (only a problem in the late afternoon). The nights are very cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
Thank you, Jennifer! I'm glad you enjoyed it so much and thanks for taking such great care with the place. We'll see you next summer! Kirsten
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent service and communication we cannot ask for more

We love the cottage very cozy make us feel like home. Just the right place to spend our anniversary tons of privacy. We were coming from Boston it was worth the drive. We recommend it. We have to said Kirsten is a fantastic person she have for our anniversary a pack of flowers Very sweet. We would like to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Jim & Jackie - and happy anniversary!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful escape

One of my favorite things about this rental was how quiet and peaceful it was. No noise from traffic, just the sounds of water and birds. The house was clean and provided all we needed to cook meals. Kirsten was very responsive to all questions I had. The view of the river is spectacular. Very reasonably priced for waterfront.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2022
Thank you, ML! And thanks for being so helpful and easy to work with yourself! Have a wonderful fall!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay in Maine!

This was our fist trip to Maine and the house was just perfect. Very clean, very secluded, quiet but only 15 minutes to Demariscotta where there are some cute restaurants and shops. We did a different hike every day and rented Kayaks from Mid Coast Kayak- they were delivered to the house for us. We paddled around and watched the seals lounge around on the rocks outside the house. Just a fantastic week. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Maine vacation

This was our family’s first vacation to Maine, and it was everything we imagined. Kirsten’s property was ideally located, secluded, yet close enough to civilization. The house was rustic, yet spotless, well-stocked, and very comfortable. Our favorite parts of our trip were the view, the huge fireplace, the dock, and the central location on Maine’s mid coast allowing us to take day trips. Kirsten was quick to respond if I needed to ask a question. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thank you for such kind words, Danielle, and it’s great to hear that you’ll be back! And thank you for such taking such great care with the cottage!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Cove side cottage

My dear collage friends and I have a yearly get away and this year we chose the coast of Maine. I found this lovely cottage in a protected cove on the Damriscotta River. Beautiful setting. The cottage was pine board and very cottage like. The kitchen had ample cooking supplies. My only word of caution would be is that the late afternoon sun sometimes makes it too warm to sit on the porch facing the cove. We would move the chairs to the side yard for shade. Otherwise we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thank you, D! You sure hit a hot patch when you were there. I hope you and your friends had a wonderful time, exploring our neck of the woods! Thank you for leaving everything in such a nice shape.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation

My husband and I have been coming back to Maine for many years every so often we love the property it was beautiful for the dogs . We saw a couple eagles. we saw the whole island of seals. the places we went for food and shopping were excellent and I have always loved Maine for the beautiful preserves and hiking trails.I slept better at the cottage than I did at home. Would love to come back to the cottage again .thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2020
Please do, Zara! Thanks for sharing the happy review. The seals are definitely our local celebrities. :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

I was already longing to come back to this phenomenal spot before I ever left. It could not have been a better experience. Stellar view from the deck, as well as hot tub! All of my needs were met and exceeded, with a fully appointed kitchen. Not sure what else anyone could ask for with the rustic charm of this secluded gem in a fantastic location on the Mid-coast. With the solitude of an end-of-road location, I felt very much at peace, as well as safe. I hesitate to even write this review, as I truly wish for it to remain undiscovered. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you, Amy!! We're so glad that you enjoyed it so much! I think you were kicking off your Maine adventure this week and I hope it just goes up from there. Please do come back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is cute, clean, setting is serene and beautiful. Very private and quiet. Kitchen was well equipped and the beds comfortable. Huge bathroom.Things to make it so much better. Blackout drapes. The sun comes up between 4:30 - 5:00 The curtains don't keep the light out. I would recommend bringing an eye mask if light bothers you. I used dark bath towels and covered the window best I could.The whole front of the cabin is in direct sunlight all afternoon until sunset. A table with an umbrella would have been so nice. Other than the mornings we didn't use the deck.The seals that everybody keeps mentioning are there but very far away. With binoculars you can tell they are seals and not rocks. Would take a telescope to get detail where you could watch them. Wasn't a lot of wildlife like we hoped.There is no air conditioning, and we had a couple days between 85-90. It was really hot and humid. There are fans in each room but still make it hard to sleep.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Thank you, LaRae, for the helpful feedback. We've already put up an umbrella on the deck. I think opening the windows should help quite a lot with the heat, when combined with the fans (we'll make sure folks know how to open them, since they are unusual). Now that my sister is up there, she's going to take a look at the other things. Thank you!
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