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Explore 60 vacation rentals in South Bristol

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South Bristol vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 257 per night before taxes and fees

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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
60 of South Bristol vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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

4.9 Average rating
South Bristol stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in South Bristol
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Maine Cottage/Your Year-Round Destination
The Stowaway sits on 5.5 private acres atop a hill with breathtaking waterviews from every level. This pet-friendly, 3 story home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths & sleeps 8. Perfect for family getaways, milestone celebrations or relaxing escapes, the cottage combines comfort & style! The carriage house sleeps 4 more & together the property can host events of 50-150 guests (event fee $9000). Explore Maine's beauty year-round from summer by the sea, to colorful fall foliage, to snowy winter holidays.

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.

Oak Leaf
Welcome to our charming 1940s cottage, nestled in the banks of the beautiful New Meadows River. This cozy getaway boasts stunning river views and vintage charm with all the modern comforts. With two bedrooms and a bright, airy living space, you’ll feel right at home. Conveniently located just off Route 1, you’re only 10 to 20 minutes from Maine’s top beaches, fine dining, and unique shopping experiences. Enjoy beautiful sunsets by the fire pit, unwind and make lasting memories by the river.

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.

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!

The Tidewater Cottage on Pemaquid harbor
Relax in the panoramic views of Pemaquid Harbor from every window, the wrap around porch, the grassy yard or your own dock. The spacious home is located at the end of a quiet dirt road, resting on the protected harbor offering wonderful opportunities for boating, kayaking, SUP and birding. The spacious 2 story home has an open floor plan with the primary ensuite king bedroom downstairs. A perfect location, minutes from Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid Peninsula & 15 minutes to Damariscotta.

Pinkham Cove - Water Front Cottage
Authentic oceanfront Maine home, with stunning views and amazing sunsets. Located on Pinkham Cove at the mouth of Boothbay Harbor. Experience the village of BBH , hiking trails, Botanical Gardens and explore the tranquility of Maine. This is the perfect getaway cottage. Enjoy the deck and beach access. The home was recently remodeled. The kitchen is a gem with quartz countertops and Bosch appliances. Curl up by the cozy fireplace, enjoy the amazing harbor view!!

Perched atop the Coast of the Atlantic Ocean
Enjoy sweeping vistas of the Atlantic Ocean from this 2002 home perched among spruce trees above the rocky coast. Watch for bald eagles and seals. Fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves. Walk down to the edge of the ocean to lounge or picnic. Walk 6 minutes or drive the 0.1 miles to the park entrance. Hike the Little River Trail. The house has vaulted ceilings, panoramic views, fully equipped kitchen, and whirlpool bath.

Rustic Waterview Maine Cottage
Our place is close to great views, historic Rutherford Island, 20 minutes from Damariscotta shopping, dining, and small town charm, the beach, the best antiquing, and quintessential Maine in the summer. You’ll love it because of the view, the charm of an original 200 year old home, the friendly neighbors, the great local food and flavor, the peace and stillness, and “the gut" fishing inlet.

Pemaquid Escape | Curated Comfort + Hot Tub
This fully stocked 4-bedroom retreat blends relaxation and recreation with a hot tub, screened porch, lounge for kids (or kids at heart!), shuffleboard table, seasonal river access with paddleboards, and a whole-home generator. ☀ 5 Min to Downtown Damariscotta ☀ 15 Min to Pemaquid Beach (19 Min to Lighthouse) Welcome to Oyster Place - where curated comfort meets the magic of the Midcoast!

Victorian Charm in Wiscasset, Maine: Acorn Cottage
A TRULY NOSTALGIC MAINE VACATION STAY. This spacious 1903 Masonic Victorian home in the “Prettiest Village” in Midcoast Maine offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and is steps from local landmarks like world famous “Red’s Eats” for a lobster roll, boutique shops, antiques, art galleries, and restaurants. Just up the road is the award-nominated “Alna Store”!

Rustic Luxury Retreat with Hot Tub
Stylish, fully equipped home nestled in the woods of Pemaquid, a village in Bristol, Maine. Just 5 minutes from Pemaquid Beach—one of Maine’s best beaches—and close to local event venues. Features a luxury hot tub for 6, cozy woodstove, fire pit, and modern comforts in a peaceful, private setting. Perfect for a relaxing getaway near the coast.
Popular amenities for South Bristol house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Coastal Retreat with Pool and Cheerful Vibes

House in the woods

"Good Vibes" 4 Wonderful Seasons @ Portland Home!

Large Historic 7 Bedroom home with Pool & Hot Tub

Dog Friendly Midcoast Cape

There's No Place Like Home

Pool, Dream Home Gym, TV+Desk Each Room, Games

Gray Woodland Escape | Golf, Pool & Cinema
Weekly house rentals

The Happy Harbor House! Walk to town!

Hall Bay Haven

Peace in Pemaquid - Ocean Sunsets & Stargazing

Mainelandia! Stunning New Waterfront Home!

Five Islands Waterfront Retreat

137 Shore Road Ocean Point view now with WiFi

Cozy Midcoast Island Cottage

Cozy cottage with dock on river
Private house rentals

Postcard views, ocean front and idyllic cove

Harbor View Cottage

Bayville Little House on the Bay

Bay View on Blueberry Hill

Lobster Cove Cottage and Dock

Stunning Waterfront Home | Breakfast | Hot Tub

Boothbay Harbor Bungalow

Southport, views of Christmas cove (Boothbay area)
When is the best time to visit South Bristol?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,072 | ﺩ.ﺇ 826 | ﺩ.ﺇ 771 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,014 | ﺩ.ﺇ 848 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,172 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,146 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,083 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,047 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,098 |
| Avg. temp | -6°C | -5°C | 0°C | 6°C | 12°C | 17°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 9°C | 3°C | -2°C |
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