Family-friendly vacation rentals in Maine

Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot – Panoramic Luxury!

Escape to your private waterfront retreat where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage style home rests on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the tide. Enjoy a sun-filled interior with cherry floors, a gourmet kitchen, and a private deck for sunrise coffee or evening wine. Wake to sweeping Penobscot River views & unwind by the fire pit at river’s edge. Just 10 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme

Indoor spaces · Family · Hospitality

Off-Grid Cabin with Wood Fired Hot Tub. 4 Kayaks

Relax at this off-grid modern A-Frame cabin on 90 acres in Maine's Lakes Region. The cabin is tucked deep in the woods, far away from everything. 4 kayaks and firewood included. Separate bunk cabin increases sleeping capacity to 10 Wood-Fired Cedar Hot Tub - a relaxing, very unique experience 5+ lakes nearby- beautiful swimming and kayaking Cedar throughout cabin, concrete countertops, cedar/concrete shower. Outdoor firepit. Hiking trails. Beaver Pond. Property has private airstrip (51ME)

Indoor spaces · Family · Outdoor spaces

Luxury Year-round Treehouse with private hot tub

The Canopy is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.

Family · Indoor spaces · Amenities

Quaint Oceanfront Island Cottage, off Bar Harbor

Feel the stress melt away at Barnacle Hall, a peaceful, romantic getaway w/ stunning water views, just steps to the sea. This snug & welcoming cottage is tucked away in tranquil Burnt Coat Harbor, with its own private rocky beach and a bluff with radiant Maine island sunsets. Truly unwind, stepping into a by-gone era in this quaint cottage, w/ a charming stone fireplace w/ woodstove. Rustic-feeling, with full services. Families welcome! Wifi now available. [NOTE: Not a great option for Acadia]

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Amenities

The Copper Fox Treehouse

Named the 10th most spectacular tree house in the world by the BBC Featured in the book: Modern Tree Houses by Taschen Airbnb's Most wishlisted property in Maine in 2025! Come experience the whimsy and craftsmanship of this red fox head shaped treehouse for yourself. The magic of this wild adventure awaits you in the treetops... Come to relax, explore and make lasting memories your family and friends will talk about for years. Follow our journey on IG at @thecopperfoxtreehouse

Family · Indoor spaces · Beach

Mirror Pond Cottage

A sweet space on a pond, this cottage is perfect for those looking for a quiet getaway. We offer swimming, kayaks and a canoe, life jackets along with a raft to float on. Endless fun in the water, with no motors to be heard. This is a quiet spot and we would hate to be responsible for ruining that. We are family friendly and kids are welcome, but please leave the party at the casino (5 minutes away)! The waterfront is sandy and shallow, perfect for young ones to splash around in.

Family · Indoor spaces · Location

The Maine Frame | Modern A-Frame Cabin in Freeport

• Perfect for small families or couples, our signature A-Frame cabin features a modern interior gas burning fireplace, soaring ceilings, huge windows, stylish interiors, and all the comforts of home. • This cozy 1,100 square foot space comfortably accommodates up to four guests in two bedrooms (one with a King-size bed and the other with a Queen-size bed) and a shared bathroom. • 7 minute drive to downtown Freeport. • Proud to be ranked in the top 1% and voted Guest Favorite!

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Check-in

Modern Treehouse w/Water Views+Cedar Hot Tub

Stay in our custom designed tree dwelling w/ wood-fired cedar hot tub up among the trees! This unique structure is perched atop a 21-acre wooded hill sloping to water views. Enjoy stunning views from the King size bed through a wall of windows. Located in a classic coastal Maine village w/ Reid State Park's miles of beaches + famed Five Islands Lobster Co. (See 2 other tree dwellings on our 21 acre property listed on AirBnb as "Tree Dwelling w/Water Views." See our reviews!).

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Long stay

Charming Cottage With Spectacular Water View

Find peace and serenity as you gaze at the glistening waters of the Sheepscot River. Our property sitting on Davis Island in Edgecomb, Maine overlooks the quaint town of Wiscasset, providing a calm atmosphere, stunning evening sunsets, and panoramic views. Located within the Sheepscot Harbour Village Resort, you are in a prime location to have access to local shops, antique markets, and restaurants. Take a stroll down to the Pier where you can experience the water up close.

Indoor spaces · Family · Layout

BREEZE, in a tree The Appleton Retreat

BREEZE Treehouse, at The Appleton Retreat is located on 120 acres of private land, bordered by 1,300 acres of a protected nature conservancy. To the south is the Pettengill Stream a resource protected area and to the north a large secluded pond. BREEZE does not have a hot tub but guests may reserve the sauna, which is close by and private. The Appleton Retreat is less than a 30 minute drive to Belfast, Rockport, Camden and Rockland, charming downeast seaside towns.

Family · Indoor spaces · TV

LuxuryTreehouse w/ Hot Tub Near Sunday River

Escape to an authentic luxury treehouse designed by B’Fer Roth of DIY Network’s Treehouse Guys and built by The Treehouse Guys. Hidden on a private wooded road with no neighbors in sight, this unique retreat borders 626 acres of Bucks Ledge Community Forest with 7 miles of trails right outside your door. Enjoy peaceful seclusion just 15 minutes to Sunday River, 5 minutes to Mt. Abram, and 10 minutes to Bethel for the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.

Kitchen · Family · Value

Lakeside 3 BR Cabin in Boothbay Harbor

This swanky mid-60's cabin sits on a hill overlooking West Harbor pond in the town of Boothbay Harbor. It offers privacy yet is close to everything downtown Boothbay Harbor has to offer. It is great for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers and families (with kids), and large enough to accommodate bigger groups. If you would like to bring along your canine pal feel free, they are welcome (sorry no cats).

Kitchen · Family · Air conditioning