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Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage

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A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a dresser, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A hallway with wooden beams, a blue patterned rug, and wicker baskets on a table.
A narrow hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a blue rug leading to a door with an American flag.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a small front yard.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, white walls, and a blue door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Kennebunkport, ME
  • Place, Vaughn's Island Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennebunkport Village Green
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dock Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage

Experience Kennebunkport as you have dreamed staying in the charming 1796 Frenchman’s cottage! Steps from both Kennebunkport and Cape Porpoise, beaches, piers & shopping. All the best of Kennebunkport are at your footsteps!

All the best of Kennebunkport at your footsteps!

1. Bradbury Brothers Market, 0.8 miles
2. Cape Porpoise Kitchen, 0.9 miles
3. Cape Porpoise Library, 0.9 miles
4. Nunan's Lobster Hut, 1.0 miles
5. Langsford Road Lobster and Fish Market, 1.1 miles
6. Cape Porpoise Pier, 1.5 miles
7. Pier 77 Restaurant, 1.6 miles
8. The Ramp Restaurant, 1.6 miles
9. The Nonantum Resort, 1.6 miles
10. The Boathouse Restaurant, 1.6 miles
11. Downtown Dock Square, 1.7 miles
12. Kennebunk River Club, 1.7 miles
13. Chick's Marina, 1.8 miles
14. The Clam Shack, 1.8 miles
15. Port Lobster Co. (lobster pound) 1.8 miles
16. The Colony Hotel, 1.9 miles
17. Batson River (Brewery-distillery satellite) 1.9
miles
18. Walker's Point, 2.1 miles
19. Aquaholic's Surf Shop, 2.2 miles
20. White Barn Inn & Spa, 2.3 miles
21. Cape Arundel Golf Club, 2.6 miles

Guest access
Chefs kitchen with stainless appliances, dinnerware, cookware and accessories.
Queen bed on main level with classic cotton linens, goose duvet and featherbed.

Two upstairs rooms have one with two twin beds with cottage bedding , other master bedroom has one king bed with duvet and classic linens.

Outdoor patio with grill, Adirondack chairs to sit and enjoy the sun, rabbits, turkeys, birds and other wildlife.

Other things to note
Please note: There are extra paper towels and toilet paper in the window seats in the kitchen. There are 4 external cameras on the property: one overlooking the front door, a second overlooking the driveway, a third viewing the garage side door, and a fourth overlooking the back patio.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Load and run the dishwasher
Strip sheets and gather towels, but leave them outside or restroom. DO NOT WASH. Housekeepers will bring fresh towels and sheets
Be sure to return keys (if necessary) to lockbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4365610vb
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
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

About the area

Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wells Beach and Moody Beach. Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's are also worth visiting.
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Kennebunkport, ME

What's nearby

  • Vaughn's Island Preserve - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dock Square - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Colony Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lost Fire - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Batson River - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Clam Shack - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage ?

As of 1 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage on 7 Sept 2026 start from AU$2,445, 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 Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Frenchman's 1796 Cottage located?

Situated in Kennebunkport, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Vaughn's Island Preserve, Kennebunkport Village Green and W. Robert Paine Gallery. First Families Kennebunkport Museum and Northlight Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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