
Waterfront vacation rentals in Bristol
Find and book unique waterfront rentals on Airbnb
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Bristol

Total vacation rentals
Explore 60 vacation rentals in Bristol

Nightly prices starting at
Bristol vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 624 per night before taxes and fees

Verified guest reviews
Over 1,910 verified reviews to help you choose

Family-friendly vacation rentals
50 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
50 of Bristol vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Bristol rentals

4.9 Average rating
Bristol stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated waterfront rentals in Bristol
Guests agree: these waterfront rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Waterfront Guest House on the Maine Coast
Bright open four-season guest house with fantastic view of Jones Cove and the open ocean in beautiful South Bristol, Maine. The guest house offers privacy and independence. The top floor has an open space with kitchen, sleeping area with queen bed, bathroom. The ground floor has a desk, Smart TV, seating area and French doors that open onto a stone patio. Includes Kohler generator, fiber optic wifi, outdoor grill & fire pit. The water is tidal Owner lives on property (150 ft from guest house)
RiverBeachAir conditioning
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 467 reviews
Moss House: A Modern Waterfront Cabin in the Woods
Featured in VOGUE and Maine Home + Design, this modern, handcrafted cabin offers calm Atlantic views, 150 feet of shoreline, and a private dock, perfect for morning coffee, launching a kayak, or watching seals, seabirds, and passing boats. Set among tall pines, it blends Nordic and Japanese influences in a space that is calm and composed. Interiors of wood, stone, lime plaster, and concrete form a grounded, quietly expressive, and sustainably built retreat. 1hr from Portland, but a world apart.
ViewRiverDecor
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
Hermit Thrush House
The 1 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bathroom with laundry apartment is located at: 19 POORHOUSE COVE ROAD in South Bristol, Maine 04568. The apartment has skylights in the living room and kitchen and is located on a private property as a stand alone guest house. Close to Christmas Cove, Wawenock public/private golf course and 15 miles from scenic Damariscotta and the Pemaquid peninsula with a public white sand beach. Our waterfront is Poorhouse Cove, an estuary off of the Gulf of Maine, Atlantic Ocean.
RiverViewAmenities
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews
Sauna+Near Beach+Pond+Outdoor Shower+Fire Pit
Relax at your own private forest retreat! * Private Cedar Glass Sauna * Minutes Reid State Park Beach & 5 Island🦞 * Private Outdoor Shower * Private Fire Pit w/S'mores * 100% Cotton sheets/towels * Rain Shower & Heated Bathroom Floor * AC/Heat * SmartTV & Record Player w/Vinyl * Fast Broadband Wifi *Pine Cabin is one of two cabins on 8 acres right down the road from one of the best beaches in Maine! The cabins are 150ft. apart and separated by a privacy screen and natural landscaping.
BeachViewGetting around
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews
Peaceful Oasis by the Great Salt Bay - 3BR/2Ba
Waterfront Retreat with Gorgeous Views Stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfect for multi-generational gatherings. Features an open-concept layout, chef’s kitchen, 1st-floor bedroom and bath, 2nd floor with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Kayak from your backyard, hike nearby trails, or swim in Damariscotta Lake just a 5-minute walk away. Stay connected with high-speed fiber optic WiFi. Close to charming Newcastle and Damariscotta shops and restaurants. A true oasis for nature and relaxation lovers!
ViewBeachAccuracy
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
Lobstermen's ocean-front cottage
Be our guests & experience the life & beauty of Midcoast Maine. Relax with ocean views, warm up in the sauna or take a refreshing dip. Our cottage is part of Gurnet Village, an over 100-year-old working lobstering & oyster farming property on historic Route 24, between Brunswick & Harpswell. Expect boats, workers, road traffic, gear, and the occasional sounds & smells of a real Maine working waterfront. All rooms have ocean views, with access to the tidal beach & floating dock (May-Dec).
RiverBeachFamily
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews
Maine Waterfront Hideaway
You won't find mobs of tourists here but you will experience a working lobstering village in Maine. Sit back, relax and enjoy the quiet and privacy of 2+ acres at the end of a dirt road with a huge dock located on a tidal cove. Great for family reunions with lots of space and activities for folks of all ages. We focus on making the house comfortable and don't want you to worry about the little things like feet on the couch, water rings on the table or a broken glass. Life happens :-)
BeachRiverBackyard
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
Welcome to "West Winds at Pemaquid"
Take a moment to unwind with a leisurely walk along the natural pathway leading to Coombs Cove off John's Bay. Sit quietly and watch the tide ebb and flow, or lose yourself in that book you've been meaning to read. It's an ideal retreat for couples seeking breathtaking scenery and tranquil solitude. Built in 2017, West Winds features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a cozy living room, an eat-in kitchen, laundry facilities, and WiFi—everything you need for a relaxing getaway.
RiverViewAccuracy
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews
Dockside Retreat - few summer openings remain
This beautiful, newly renovated home is three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with an open living and dining room waiting to give your family or group of friends the ideal Maine vacation experience! On site parking, a lovely yard, a new sauna on a beautiful deck overlooking the water, nearby fields and steps away from the famous Olson House on one side, you can sit on the deck and overlook the working lobster wharf with fishermen coming and going daily on the other side!
ViewBeachComfort
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Captain Fuller House: Boat Builders Retreat - Main
Wake up to sweeping views of Linekin Bay at this pet-friendly coastal retreat . Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, the home sleeps 6–8 guests with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, perfect for families or small groups. Enjoy peaceful waterfront scenery, fresh ocean air, and easy access to Boothbay Harbor. Modern comforts include an on-site EV charger, while classic Maine charm makes it an ideal place to relax, recharge, and enjoy life by the bay—paws included.
BeachViewComfort
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
"Ship Shape": waterfront, cozy studio- downtown
Located in a historic 200 year old building "Ship Shape" is close to downtown but on a quiet tree-lined residential street. It is just one block to the library, bookstore, post office and all the lovely shops. It is on the shore of the Damariscotta River with wonderful views from inside and out.. You’ll love my place because of the neighborhood, the light, the outdoor space, and the comfortable bed. My place is good for couples and solo adventurers.
BeachRiverBackyard
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 618 reviews
Captains View at Pemaquid Point
Brand New Construction 2021!! Sitting on almost 3 acres on Pemaquid Point with ocean view, beautiful sunsets, pounding surf, white sand beach, tidal pools, and your own cathedral forest to play in , have a picnic or whatever you want- Captains View is part of Cottages at the Point and is the sister cottage to Arch Angel. Rent one or both!
BeachViewAccess
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviewsPopular amenities for Bristol waterfront rentals
Waterfront apartment rentals

Cottrill House on Damariscotta River # 1
BeachViewGrill
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 403 reviews
Deckhouse with Footbridge Views!
BeachViewTV
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 428 reviews
Sail Loft: Oceanfront Apartment on a Pier.
ViewHikingBathroom
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
Panoramic Water Views on the Sheepscot
ViewBeachGrill
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Stunning Royal Richmond 2 Br Apartment Get Away!
ViewRiverBathroom
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews
Falmouth Waterfront Carriage House Apt
ViewBeachOutdoor spaces
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
Parisian apartment in downtown Belfast, Maine
ViewRiverCleanliness
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews
Penthouse Two Master Waterfront Suite with Rooftop
ViewComfortLayout
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviewsWaterfront house rentals

Perched atop the Coast of the Atlantic Ocean
BeachViewWalkability
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
Pinkham Cove - Water Front Cottage
BeachViewComfort
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Renovated home with amazing waterfront views
ViewBeachCleanliness
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews
Newly renovated 3BR house w/ stunning ocean views
BeachViewCondition
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
Waterfront Farmhouse with Modern Flair!
ViewBeachQuiet
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Private Oceanfront Home 🔆2 min to Popham ✔️Hot Tub
BeachRiverParking
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Private Lake House, Firepit & Amazing Sunset Views
BeachViewCheck-in
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews
The Tidewater Cottage on Pemaquid harbor
ViewBeachBathroom
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviewsWaterfront condo rentals

Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!
ViewBeachLong stay
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 513 reviews
Rustic Willard Beach condo ten mins from Old Port!
ViewBeachKitchen
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
Oceanfront condo, spectacular views
ViewBeachAccess
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Charming, newly remodeled space atop Munjoy Hill.
BeachViewNearby
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
The Brunswick
ViewBeachNearby
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Oceanfront Condo with Awesome Views
BeachViewSleep quality
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Waterviews|Sunsets|Boothbay|Gardens Aglow
ViewBeachHospitality
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews
Coastal Sunrise Condo 2 bd (1 king,1 twin) Balcony
ViewIndoor spacesKitchen
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Montreal Vacation rentals
- Boston Vacation rentals
- Quebec City Vacation rentals
- Portland Vacation rentals
- Mont-Tremblant Vacation rentals
- Salem Vacation rentals
- Providence Vacation rentals
- Newport Vacation rentals
- Halifax Vacation rentals
- York County Vacation rentals
- Bar Harbor Vacation rentals
- Cambridge Vacation rentals
- Popham Beach, Phippsburg
- Willard Beach
- Scarborough Beach
- Pemaquid Beach
- Pemaquid Point Lighthouse
- Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
- East End Beach
- Popham Beach State Park
- Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park
- Crescent Beach State Park
- The Camden Snow Bowl
- Portland Museum of Art
- Maine Maritime Museum
- Reid State Park
- Bradbury Mountain State Park
- Rockland Breakwater Light
- Bug Light Park
- Camden Hills State Park
- Farnsworth Art Museum
- Maine Lighthouse Museum
- Moose Point State Park
- Cellardoor Winery
- Pineland Farms
- Hadlock Field





