The Kennebunk House: The Quintessential Beach Cottage Awaits!

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A favorite gathering spot: a propane- fueled monolithic stone fire pit

Play a game of pool in the guest house to unwind after the day at the beach

The front porch provides comfortable seating and views of the ocean

The renovated kitchen offers modern conveniences in a 1920s beach cottage

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12372 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Kennebunk, ME

Kennebunk Beach7 min walk
Gooch's Beach10 min walk
Dock Square4 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

"Family bedroom" - Guest House

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Guest bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Guest bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Guest bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest House Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master en suite bath

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Upstairs hall guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Tucked in a quiet neighborhood, but only steps from the beach, the Kennebunk House has been a home away from home for families for decades. We purchased the property in 2009 and renovated it to include many of the modern conveniences you need. Even with these updates, the house remains true to its character as a seaside cottage with plenty of room for a single family or an extended group of friends and family. The house sleeps up to 12 in five bedrooms, including a separate "family bedroom" in the guest house that sits directly next to the main house. The Kennebunk House boasts an impressive number of common areas to allow you to enjoy your vacation: the propane-fueled fire pit for late night conversations, the front porch for a cocktail while taking in peeks of the ocean, the the first floor of the guest house for a spirited pool tournament, or the living room of the main house with its impressive stone fireplace. A block back from the ocean and walking distance to three beaches (less than 200 yards, the closest being the sandy Mother's Beach (including a great playground for kids) and the rocky Middle Beach) and Webhannet Golf Club , this quiet location offers easy access to all the Kennebunks have to offer. For more information, check out our Facebook page by searching for "Kennebunk House".

> Bedroom 1 - King bed with en suite bathroom (main house)

> Bedroom 2 - King bed (main house)

> Bedroom 3 - Two twin beds (main house)

> Bedroom 4 - Two twin beds (main house)

> Bedroom 5 - Family bedroom - king bed and bunk beds (guest house)

Linens, such as sheets and bath towels, are NOT provided. We do provide blankets, bedspreads, and pillows. Guests may bring their own linens or we can provide you with contact information for a local linen service.

Property manager

Patrick Jones

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kennebunk

Located in Kennebunk, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Bette-Jean's and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall are also worth visiting.

Kennebunk, ME

What's nearby

Mother's Beach - 4 min walk
Kennebunk Beach - 7 min walk
Gooch's Beach - 10 min walk
Kennebunkport Harbor - 4 min drive
Dock Square - 4 min drive

Getting around

Wells Regional Transportation Center - 15 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

Alisson's Restaurant - 5 min drive
Maine Diner - 9 min drive
Federal Jack's - 5 min drive
H.B. Provisions - 4 min drive
Clam Shack - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kennebunk House: The Quintessential Beach Cottage Awaits! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kennebunk House: The Quintessential Beach Cottage Awaits!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Kennebunk House: The Quintessential Beach Cottage Awaits!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Kennebunk House: The Quintessential Beach Cottage Awaits! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mother's Beach, Webhannet Golf Club and Kennebunk Beach. Gooch's Beach and St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sophie R.

17 Oct 2022

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

Wonderful stay in kennebunkport

Great house and great location for a big group specially. It has all you need. The outdoor fire pit and porch are really a plus. We all loved our stay and would recommend for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Caroline F.

25 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique expérience proche de la plage. Maison confortable qui peut accueilllir un beau groupe!.

Nous avons apprécié la proximité de la maison à la plage et adorer marcher pour apprécié l’architecture des maison sur la cotee est. Les villages sont aussis le fun à marcher. Le homard est excellent! Il y a juste ll’entretien et maintenance du mobilier et des équipements qui manquaient d’amour. La propreté laisse un peu à désirer!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe Y.

8 Sept 2021

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

Awesome house in a perfect location

We had an amazing stay at The Kennebunk House, it was the perfect place for a multi-generational family reunion. The beach nearby is stunning and the perfect place to be with young kids — the tide pools and playground were endless entertainment. We made great use of both the firepit and outdoor shower out back. The toy and games closet was amazing! The house was so comfortable and easily accommodated our whole crew — it was even bigger than it looked in pictures. Patrick was very communicative and so helpful with every question that came up. We really appreciated having the beach chairs, toys, and wagon available. Our only issue was the inconvenience of having to bring our own linens when most people coming to the house were flying in (there is a local linens service, but it's outrageously expensive). That said, we'd be thrilled to come back. The house and location were just perfect. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

29 Aug 2021

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

Wonderful home for vacation

We had a wonderful week. House is beautiful and great for large families. Owner very responsive to questions we had. Plenty of beach chairs and beach toys provided. Great neighborhood close to 2 small beaches.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Besse M.

13 Aug 2021

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

Summer family getaway

Comfortable, roomy home with great light and multiple inviting indoor spaces, along with a wonderful exterior front porch and fun fire pit. Kitchen was well appointed and great for a group of 10 to enjoy meals at the house. Unmatched location to the beach and easy to get into town. In all, a fabulous home in a beautiful location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Patrick Jones

We are a family of six who love the Kennebunks. We have owned a second home in Kennebunk since 2004, purchasing this house in this neighborhood, the Kennebunk House, in 2009. The Kennebunk Cottage was purchased in 2017 and the Kennebunk Bungalow in 2018, allowing us to share the experience with even more families. We enjoy sharing our home with people who will appreciate the area and the attention we give to meeting our guests needs. We look to improve our property -- in both large and small ways -- every year to benefit our guests' use and enjoyment of the house.

Why they chose this property

Our original house in Kennebunk, which we loved and enjoyed for about 5 years, was about a mile and a half from the beach. We loved the area and dreamed of some day moving closer to the ocean's edge. In 2009, amidst the financial crisis, we had an opportunity to by the Kennebunk House at a price that made moving close to the beach a reality. The home had been neglected for a few decades, so it required a lot of freshening up, inside and out. We worked hard to accomplish this while maintaining the wonderful charm and character of the home.

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