Family-friendly vacation rentals in Peaks Island

Booking Now: Year-Round Peaceful Island Getaway

*Quiet and Peaceful *Easy Portland Access *Sparkling Bathroom Remote Downeast island experience just two hours from Boston ... Renovated home in the tranquil Tolman Heights section of Peaks (the island’s highest point) offers a modern kitchen and sparkling new bathroom. Sleeps 6-plus comfortably in bedrooms all equipped with ceiling fans. Spacious home is a short stroll to the Back Shore, with its dramatic views of Casco Bay and the open ocean. Great biking, hiking, swimming, and kayaking.

Falmouth Waterfront Carriage House Apt

Waterviews! This 1 bedroom apt has a new “purple”mattress, above our detached garage in classic Maine waterfront neighborhood. Next door to the iconic Town Landing Market and Town Landing pier/beach. In beautiful Falmouth Foreside neighborhood. Walkable to Dockside Restaurant and marina, and 10 minute drive or bus to downtown Portland. 20 minute drive to Freeport shopping. We only accept well- behaved and house- trained dogs, no other pets are allowed for a fee of $75.00 per dog per stay.

Dreamy Post&Beam Hideaway Near Portland & Freeport

Escape to a dreamy timber-frame cottage tucked in Maine’s woods! Soaring beams, radiant-heated floors, a king loft bed, and a crackling fire pit await. Sip coffee on one of the two decks, hike Bradbury Mountain (3 minutes away), shop Freeport (10 minutes away), or dine in Portland (20 minutes away)—then return to your cozy hideaway under the stars. Full kitchen, vaulted ceilings, radiant heat floors, private driveway, fire pit and peaceful forest views make it the perfect year-round retreat.

Yurt on Chebeague Island

Imagine staying in a yurt in the woods of Chebeague Island, nestled peacefully in a private clearing in the woods. Explore island beaches and hidden trails. This yurt is “glampy” inside with leather chairs and a substantial log bed. The yurt has a rusticator kitchen with all of the basics for cooking, small fridge, stovetop, sink. Water. Outdoor fire pit. WiFi . Check ferry options on Casco Bay Lines or Chebeague Transportation. Host will provide transport to/from ferry to the yurt.

Peaks Island Master Bedroom Suite

Enjoy your stay at this conveniently located, light-filled, modern, chic living space--only a 4-minute walk from ferry, great sunsets, close to market and restaurants with a private entrance and deck. Walking distance to the best island beaches. Located on a quiet, dead end road off the main street. The space is found at the rear of one of Peaks Island's most beautiful, original Cape homes. Guests can enjoy a comfy queen size bed, organic cotton sheets, and a pull-out sofa bed.

Sebago Sunrise Yurt - Trail Access!

Nestled between Portland's fine dining and Sebago's outdoor fun, the Sunrise Yurt is a great camping spot to explore what Southern Maine has to offer. Park & take a short walk to the back 2 acres of my property. The yurt overlooks a meadow & faces the sunrise. Located with access to the Sebago to the Sea Trail - 28 miles of walking & biking paths. .5 mile walking distance to Presumpscot River. *Please read 'Show More' notes section for important details.

Artist's Retreat

A 1900's beach cottage on Peaks Island, a 5 minute walk from the ferry, but nestled off the road in a park like, peaceful setting. Hear the waves at night from the backyard, walk 5 minutes to Sandy Beach for swimming and to Picnic Point, with its view of Cushing Island and Whitehead Pass. Experience the beauty of Peaks -- but take a 17 minute ferry ride into downtown Portland for award winning restaurants. The best of both worlds!

The Garden Cabin Tiny Home

Curious about tiny homes? Love dogs, gardens, pine trees, campfires, and birds? Hate cleaning fees? Our private 128 sqft cozy cabin is for you! On the spectrum between camping and a hotel room, it's a chill place to call home while visiting Portland. Enjoy our garden while sipping a beverage from your own deck or around the campfire. Heat and A/C in the cabin. Please, no smokers, kids under 7, or guest pets. STHR-000718-2018

Tiny Cottage Hideaway, close to everything

A studio built in 1920 turned one-bedroom Guest Cottage, full of charm, on Peaks Island. Within 5 minutes walking distance to the ferry, restaurants, beaches and "Down Front" shops. Perfect for 1-2 people and possibly a third. The 500 square foot Cottage is an off-the-beaten-path Maine experience. Peaks Island is an 18 min ferry ride from Portland.