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Classic turn of the century Maine cottage

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A porch with a hanging hammock chair.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and lace curtains.
A rustic wooden room with a wooden ceiling, a brick wall, and a door leading to another room. There is a yellow table with a microwave and a small cabinet.
A cozy room with a wooden interior, a sofa with cushions, a window with a view, and a door with pink accents.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Casco Bay

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Portland, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Umbrella Cover Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Battery Steele
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

2 Single Beds

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Peaks Island

Located in Peaks Island, this holiday home is near the beach. State Theatre and Thompson's Point are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Maine Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Maine Sports Hall of Fame, or check out an event or a game at Merrill Auditorium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Map
Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Centennial Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umbrella Cover Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Battery Steele - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Battery Steele - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 45 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Duoro - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Saltwater Grille - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic turn of the century Maine cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Classic turn of the century Maine cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic turn of the century Maine cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic turn of the century Maine cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic turn of the century Maine cottage located?

This family-friendly Peaks Island holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Casco Bay, Umbrella Cover Museum and Battery Steele. House Island and Fifth Maine Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Libby Cottage was the perfect home for our family trip to Peaks. And Paula was a lovely and helpful host. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for an easy, friendly, and comfortable stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Peaks house, classic in every way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay!

Staying at Libby Cottage was a wonderful experience! The beds were very comfortable, it was easy to get in and out, and Paula had everything we could need if we forgot anything. We enjoyed many coffees and drinks on the porch during our downtime. I would recommend anyone that was coming to Peaks to stay at the cottage and enjoy a little vacation away from the grind, spent on a slow, steady island time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful comfortable lovely spot for relaxing and unwinding

Great owners! great location !comfortable home well equipped and a genuine Peaks home. Close to beaches ,, quiet and fabulous porch! Owners are experienced sailors and offer a sailing tour around the Casco Bay that is scenic and enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise on Peaks

Libby Cottage is a quintessential, seasonal Maine camp/property situated on the charmed Peaks Island. We loved our time at the cottage, neighborhood, and in/around Portland. We would absolutely recommend a stay here and would love to make a return trip to Peaks at some point in a future summer. As a host, Paula was friendly, accommodating, and very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Libby Cottage! It was so close to the nicest beach & fun sailing/tennis club. We liked being far enough away from the ferry dock that you didn't notice the large number of day trippers coming in from Portland every hour. We had considered not bringing the car over, but it was pouring rain upon arrival so we decided not to try to walk or rent a golf cart. We were glad to have the car - walking for groceries or dinner would have been too far. It was a completely relaxing stay & wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
So glad to hear that you enjoyed Libby Cottage and our wonderful island - you are welcome to return anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good memories

We had a wonderful time on Peaks Island. Peaks Island is a special place to me as my maternal grandfather’s family was one of the first families to settle on the island. The Libby cottage reminded me of my grandparents house on the island. My grandchildren loved the cottage. They played a lot of ping pong in the spacious yard. The porch was a lovely place to sit and spend time. The host was very nice and came and introduced herself to us. An added feature was sheets and towels were provided. Its a wonderful house to rent for a Peaks Island vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thanks for your kind review- so glad you enjoyed your stay at Libby Cottage, we would be happy to have you return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three generations at LIbby Cottage

Our first delightful surprise was the outdoor ping pong table.! The front porch was a favorite of mine..My 73 yrs. young self fit just right in the net swing .. great for reading, relaxing and meeting dogs and their people walking by the house. very well stocked home from paper to linens and everything thing else you could possibly need. .Highly recommend Libby Cottage life. Andrea L ..
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay on beautiful Peaks Island

My husband and I rented Libby Cottage in mid-June and enjoyed every minute! One of our daughters was with us the whole time, one joined with her husband and almost 2 year old son for a few days and another daughter lives in Portland and visited a few days after work and we all enjoyed our time there. The beds are all comfortable, the shower has good pressure and temperature. The kitchen is well supplied. It is a very comfortable, quirky, inviting cottage! The porch is AMAZING, we enjoyed it in the sunshine and in the rain! And the location is perfect for us. Right up the road from the beach and sailing club and we enjoyed walking to the shops and stores in the center as well as biking around the island daily. Paula was easy to reach and really thought of everything in the planning and preparing of the cottage. There was a thunderstorm while we were on the island and she was quick to respond and keep us in the loop re: the WiFi. Great hosts. Great cottage. Great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful old-timey cottage with excellent hosts! Thanks, Paula and Steve!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
While we've rented on Peaks for over 10 summers, this was our first time staying in Libby Cottage...and it's quickly become our favorite property on Peaks. What a perfect spot to relax, celebrate with family, and use as a basecamp for a joyful holiday week.Paula and Steve are the perfect hosts. Great communication before our trip and during the stay. Lovely to spend time with along the way. And very generous with making sure we had everything we needed. Cannot wait to come back and stay here next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2026
Christian and family were fabulous guests- kept everything clean, respectful of the cottage and timely communication. We will welcome them back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends Getaway

Look rustic cabin was an authentic Maine experience. Cozy and comfortable and clean. Perfect place for hiking and biking, eating, relaxing, and just enjoying good friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Step back in time

This was the most relaxing, fun, and happy vacation I’ve had in many years, maybe ever!-Plenty of room, vintagy feels and just a little off the beaten path-the sound of birds singing, folks pedaling bikes and a couple of old horses clip-clopping past the wrap-around porch each morning while sipping coffee fed my soul…in a word:Devine !👍🏼We’ll be back to Libby Cottage very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Cottage on Peaks Island!

We had a wonderful stay at Libby Cottage on Peak's Island! Everyting was exactly as advertised. The location is fantastic, the porch is dreamy, and Paul was an excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Six week stay - vacation and remote work

We had the pleasure of enjoying Libby Cottage for 6 weeks. It was a combination of some vacation and virtual work. The wifi was outstanding; we had as many as 3 adults working virtually at the same time with no slowness at all. The cottage was comfortable even with 6 adults staying there at one time. Paula was fantastic and was very helpful and responsive. The location is really ideal; with waster views, sunsets, a large porch and yard. I highly recommend Libby Cottage.
Stayed 45 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaks Island Perfect

Loved the vintage feel for the cottage, perfect location. We could see the bay from the great porch. Lovely garden out front, easy access to all the island by bike or car and the ferry worked out perfectly. The house was clean and the yard was great for the little ones.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
So happy that you and your family had a fun week at Libby Cottage and enjoyed Peaks Island!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A classic, Peaks Island cottage

It is functional with a beautiful porch and everything you need for an amazing week. The host is very helpful with easy and quick communications. Location is great— away from ferry dock but a short cart drive to center of town. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Glad you enjoyed your week at Libby Cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charming getaway with magical porch

We couldn't have asked for a better home/property to unwind with our three little kids for the week. The beds are comfortable, the porch is the perfect place to relax, and the house is only a short walk from a quiet little beach with the most amazing sunsets. A wonderful place to explore the beauty of Peaks Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed the cottage and the family vacation-you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage

Libby cottage met all our needs and the location was perfect. Lynn
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
We enjoyed meeting your wonderful family and would be delighted to have you as a return guest! Thanks for leaving the cottage in such excellent condition.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Peaks Island getaway

This house was exactly what we were hoping for for a long weekend on Peak's Island. We were a group of 6 friends and the place was a perfect size for us. The beds were very comfortable (which believe me, is hard to come by in a lot of older houses) and the bedrooms all were so cozy and well designed. The house is in great condition while still maintaining it's classic Maine charm. When you think of a cottage in Maine, this is what you're hoping for. The hosts so really helpful, they live right down the street so they were available whenever we had questions. Paula even baked us some fresh bread for our arrival! I would 100% recommend staying here. We're planning on coming back next year already.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very nice.

Nice location, friendly but not intrusive owners. Would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Libby Cottage is clean, spacious, beautiful, and has a great view.

Paula and Steve are great hosts! 8 of us booked the cottage for a long weekend with friends, and had a wonderful time. The cottage is spacious, with all the necessary accommodations. It's a close walk to the beach, has a backyard for lawn games and a great porch for enjoying coffee at sunrise and wine at sunset. Peaks Island is gorgeous, and this was the perfect place to stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
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