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Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor

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A room with two rocking chairs facing a large window overlooking a lake with boats.
A neatly made bed with white and blue pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a book.
A table set with plates of food, a teapot, and cups, overlooking a lake with boats.
A front porch with a blue door, two wooden paddles leaning against the wall, and a number 27 above the door.
A wooden dock extending over calm water with boats docked nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Sleeps 6•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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South Bristol, ME
  • Place, Pemaquid Craft Co-op
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, La Verna Preserve
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Northwest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Southwest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor

Stay in our waterfront cottage and enjoy the best of Coastal Maine. Located in the town of South Bristol and situated directly on the harbor with a boat launch nearby, Cottage 27 has four bedrooms and a private deepwater dock. This is the perfect place to experience coastal living with friends or family. Kayaking, sailing and swimming are all within reach. We're sure you'll have an unforgettable stay here, and look forward to welcoming you to Maine soon!

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
The fireplace is currently NOT working and unavailable for guest use.
Please respect quiet hours between 9 pm and 8 am. South Bristol is a quiet, peaceful community, help us keep it this way.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7158203
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

South Bristol

Located in South Bristol, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Verna Preserve and Fort Point, while Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park are cultural highlights. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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South Bristol, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Craft Co-op - 20 min drive - 20.0 km
  • La Verna Preserve - 22 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site - 22 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve - 23 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 26 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Red Cup Coffeehouse - ‬49 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage w/Dock on South Bristol Harbor located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ewen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property, location and host. We plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time in South Bristol. Rachel was a great host. The property was just as advertised. Clean and cozy beautiful home. The waterfront views were great and the private access dock was a wonderful feature!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this waterfront cottage! Waking up each morning to the peaceful harbor views was truly the highlight of our trip. The cottage was thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed, making our stay comfortable and relaxing from start to finish. The host was incredibly responsive, friendly, and easy to communicate with throughout our visit. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and are already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
clean, comfortable, nice view of harbor
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique L.

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

Fantastic place!

Bob and Rachel are great hosts—warm and responsive—and the house is lovely and in a picture perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

barbara l.

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

Our wonderful stay

We absolutely love the house and the location. This is two years in a row for us and we plan to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique L.

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

Wonderful Maine Midcoast Vacation

Beautiful home right on a picturesque working harbor. Bob and Rachel are fantastic hosts who make every stay perfect. We’ve been renting from them for years now and absolutely love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Location!

Lovely home with a beautiful water view! Great location! Hard to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique L.

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

Great house in a beautiful location

Stylish and comfortable home overlooking a picturesque working harbor. Rachel and Bob are very attentive and responsive hosts. This is our second year there and we just love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana S.

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

Maine Escape

We had an idyllic stay at Rachel’s cottage. The location is amazing—close to all South Bristol’s charm, the beach, and tons of great activities. The house is charming, comfortable, and well-appointed. Check-in is seamless and Rachel made us feel so welcome. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Great house

This was our second time staying at this property and we love it. Rachel & Bob are super thoughtful and responsive. They’ve thought of everything to make the stay comfortable and fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

UZ

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

Blissful

Loved it! Bob and Rachel are super thoughtful and responsive and location and view can’t be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Another great week

This is our third or fourth time staying at this house. It’s just great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great hosts

The south Bristol community is exceptional, the locals, the lobster Co op next door and the great eateries in town . We enjoyed our two week stay; lovely hosts and close to Portland, Bar Harbor, Booth Bay and Wiscasset . There are no shortage of activities, even if it rains the whole time. We did not have children however; if you are traveling with children bring back up entertainment for rainy days .
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy O.

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

Perfect for a week of relaxation/exploration

We spent a week of relaxation and connection at this rental. It was a perfect place for us to explore the area but also just relax together. We enjoyed watching the lobster boats come and go and walking to the ice cream shop down the street. It is a quiet area but not too far from being able to sightsee different sights around the area. We took spent a couple of days just hanging out at the rental but also took day trips to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Maine Maritime Museum in Bath and Pemaquid Lighthouse. We would stay here again if we came to this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mara S.

Loved South Bristol!

Charming small fishing town and the cottage was awesome! Directly next door to the lobster coop so lobster dinners were a must. Home was lovely - enjoyed our evenings on the dock watching the boats go by. It had everything we needed and was a great place to decompress after lots of day trips! Osiers in S Bristol was great for breakfast and their lobster roll was great. Pemaquid Lighthouse and beach were awesome! Laverna Preserve was a great local hiking trail with great views. Thank you for sharing your lovely home. If we can get to Maine again this is our first choice. We had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thanks, Mara for your review. It was wonderful having you and your family and we hope you'll be back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Best Family Vacation Ever!

Rachel and Bob have designed this home with the perfect mix of vintage antiques and clean, modern coastal fabrics and furnishings. It’s charming, and beautiful and clean. Nothing is worn out. The private dock is amazing and we spent every morning and evening watching the boats and various birds come and go. The area is perfect for exploring mid-coast Maine. Plenty of less touristy spots that allow you to feel like a local. There’s a great co-op for groceries and nearby towns offer well curated home goods, books and dining options. We can’t wait to come back neshow a lot of care for their property and it shows.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bart K.

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

Special place

Loved it. Third time there and as good as the first two! Terrific place, terrific hosts.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

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

Lovely house and fantastic stay

The location and property are wonderful. The owners were very responsive and helpful. We had a wonderful week and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique L.

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

Beautiful and relaxing getaway

Open, airy house with lovely furnishings and a fantastic view of a working harbor. Bob and Rachel are kind and extremely attentive hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Impeccable Stay

From the moment you connect with the Rachel and Bob, it is clear their goal is to create a wonderful experience for their guests. The location of this home is perfect for anyone seeking a quiet ocean front escape, yet a short drive provides access to shops, restaurants, hiking trails, and the beach. The home itself is impeccably kept. This is not your "typical" vacation rental, as we felt as though we were staying in the warm, welcoming, and well cared for home of a friend or loved one. From the cozy couch and reading chairs to the soft and supple linens, every detail has been considered. When we entered the home, we were struck by how clean it was. Not a single piece of dust or dirt could be found. This level of cleanliness is such a rare find in the busyness of summer rentals by the shore, and the attention to this detail was so very much appreciated. Rachel and Bob are superb communicators and we felt confident that if we needed anything during our stay, they would not have hesitated to help. We look forward to many future stays at the Manning's home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

Love It

Fantastic place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samir T.

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

Beautiful mid-coast getaway

Well-appointed property with conscientious hosts and excellent views. Easy water access and a great location for kayak trips to Witch Island, Christmas Cove and other nearby spots. Our group ranged in age from 5-75 and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Perfect spot

We had a great time at Rachel & Bob’s cottage. The property was beautifully renovated and is nicely decorated with a mix of antiques and comfy modern pieces. The kitchen is stocked with high quality items - good pans, sharp chef knives, all the items you need (and plenty of them)! They thought of all the details that make a rental feel like a home (nice linens, extra throw pillows and blankets, good blinds, comfy beds). The location is fantastic as well! There’s a great yard with a view and lovely dock. It’s next door to the public landing, but noise was not an issue at all even with the windows open & it’s an easy walk to the coop, osiers, etc. Great property in a great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bobbie s.

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

Perfect Vacation

Staying at this fabulous waterfront cottage in South Bristol was perfect. The home was so lovely and stocked with high quality items- even the knives were sharp! Bob and Rachel were wonderful hosts- they met us at the door and answered every question we had. They even discarded the lobster shells for us! The location was perfect- between Freeport (and shopping) and Acadia National Park (for sightseeing). Being on the cove was perfect for relaxing. It was the best vacation ever! Thank you, Bob and Rachel for sharing your wonderful home with us. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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Hosted by Rachel Manning

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