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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)

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.

Lobstermen's ocean-front cottage
Be our guests & experience the life & beauty of Midcoast Maine. Relax & enjoy the views, warm up in the sauna or go for a refreshing dip. The cottage is part of an over 100 year old working lobstering, and now oyster farming property we call, Gurnet Village. Located right on historic Route 24, we are conveniently situated between Brunswick & the islands of Harpswell. All rooms have ocean views. The tidal beach & the floating dock (May-Dec) is ideal for seasonal fishing, lounging & swimming.

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.

Waterfront Sunrise Cove Cottage
Unwind with spectacular sunrises from this sunny waterfront cottage on a tidal cove in the Kennebec River! This is the perfect home base for a midcoast Maine getaway. The post-and-beam cottage has cozy furnishings and expansive views across a field, pond, and cove. Bald eagles and osprey soar overhead, sturgeon leap in the river & nights are full of stars. Not recommended for those with mobility issues. Bathroom is downstairs, bedroom is upstairs. Owners live on property with small dog.

Cozy log cabin on private pond, near Reid St Park!
Winter or summer, the Little River Retreat will help you step away from the world - but still be minutes from Reid State Park, Five Islands Lobster, the Georgetown General Store, and the rugged beauty of Midcoast Maine. This is our family camp, with our own books, games, and “vibe”. It is not a hotel, and some things may not be “industry standard”. We love the unique charm of this space and place, and many repeat guests do too. We hope you will treasure (and care for it) as we do!

Sweet Fern Cabin on Merrymeeting Bay
Nestled in the woods on 2.5 waterfront acres where the Muddy River meets Merrymeeting Bay. The cabin is 350 square feet of simple living with a panoramic view. There is a three season hot water outdoor shower and wood burning stove with plenty of wood included. Kitchen is fully stocked with cooking supplies and has off grid cold water sink. Outbuilding with composting toilet is right out the back door. Kayaks and stand up paddle board are available to rent for an additional fee.

Gorgeous Studio on the Kennebec
Gorgeous riverside studio, the smaller of two AirBnB houses on the same property on the outskirts of beautiful and historic Bath, Maine. (The other, “Beautiful Summer River Retreat,” is a separate Airbnb rental.) Kitchenette, bathroom/shower, living room, and bedroom. Simple, modern decor. Close to great shops, restaurants, and beaches, and just a 20-minute drive from Bowdoin College. Adjacent to a boat launch, and a short walk from the Bath Marine Museum and a scenic dog park.

"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.

Sail Loft - Upscale Oceanfront on a Pier near BBH!
Welcome to Sail Loft, a one-of-a-kind vacation destination in Boothbay Harbor! You can't get any closer to the water than this! Imagine relaxing in style and comfort, right over the ocean, and having views from every window. It's like being on a boat but better! Our newly updated, spotless loft has all the amenities you could want, and is only a short walk to downtown. You will find a great mattress, with cozy bedding and fluffy towels.

Welcome to "West Winds at Pemaquid"
Take a break and enjoy a stroll down a natural walkway to Coombs Cove off John's Bay. Sit and enjoy watching the tide come in and out or read that book you've been trying to get to for some time. Perfect for the couple who is seeking beauty and peaceful solitude. West Winds was built in 2017 and offers two-bedrooms, full bathroom, living room and eat-in kitchen, laundry and WiFi.

Cottage on a wharf in a fishing village
Think..ocean, tides, lobster, fishermen, boats, two marinas, magnificent sunrise and sunsets, gateway to Rutherford Island and Christmas Cove, scenery, being on a wharf in a working waterfront, friendly locals, buying lobster across the street from Osier’s cafe..eating on your own deck..magic, educational and authentic Maine!
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Beekeeper's Cottage- Peaceful,Quiet - Ocean Front

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Rising Tide Times - quintessential Maine cottage

Maine Waterfront Hideaway

Oak Leaf

Kens Cottage in Round Pond ME

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Headwinds

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Blue Arches: waterfront vacation home on 18+ acres
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Charming, newly remodeled space atop Munjoy Hill.

Brand new unit 45 Steps to the beach! Sleeps 4

Toddy Haven: A Lakeside Condo Near Acadia.

1BR Waterview | Deck | Partial AC

Waterviews + Sunsets + Boothbay/Gardens Aglow

Condo in Old Orchard Beach

3-BR Elegant Oceanfront Condo w/ Stunning Views

Harbor View Cottage Unit A 2 bedroom downtown
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Bristol stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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