Location: Phippsburg, Mid-Coast & Islands, Maine, USA (one hour from Portland) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
Couples or families are welcome at this beautifully renovated, immaculate cottage at the mouth of the New Meadows River, an hour north of Portland, and just steps from the high tide mark. Wake up to southwesterly views of Casco Bay, breathe in the salt air, and watch the comings and goings of local lobstermen as you adjust to a slower pace. In fact, any one of them would be happy to provide you with dinner fresh from the boat. Down a short right of way, kayaks and other hand-carried boats can be launched from a small pebble beach where Adirondack chairs and a cedar picnic table overlook the water. The beach, with its tide pools, sea glass, and other treasures, is a magnet for children of all ages and one that will provide hours of entertainment.
A kitchen, dining room/living room, sun porch, bedroom with twin beds, and bathroom complete the downstairs of the cottage. Upstairs are two more bedrooms, each with a full-size bed. The cottage has electric heat for guests in early spring or late fall.
Just a mile away are an ocean side 18-hole golf course, waterfront spa, tennis courts, kayak rentals, sailing trips, deep sea fishing, bistro dining at the Pilot House, and casual outdoor dining at the Ledges Pub - all open to the public and located at Sebasco Harbor Resort. A brief walk will take you to The Water's Edge Restaurant, and a short drive will take you to hiking on Morse Mountain, swimming at Popham Beach State Park, exploring at Fort Popham, and lunch or dinner at Spinney's. A state park pass is included with your stay.
Bath, with its many antique stores and the Chocolate Church Arts Center, is only a fifteen-minute drive. Easy day trips can be made to charming Camden or Boothbay Harbor, L. L. Bean and numerous outlets in Freeport, and the historic Old Port in Portland. Cultural attractions include the Portland Museum of Art in downtown Portland, the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, and the Farnsworth Museum up the coast in Rockland. At nearby Bowdoin College, Maine State Music Theater offers professional summer theater at its best.
This is the perfect cottage if you plan to attend a wedding on the Phippsburg peninsula. It's close to Sebasco Harbor Resort as well as other popular wedding locations such as Small Point or the Popham Chapel, yet is reasonably priced so that you can afford to stay for the entire week. If you're traveling all the way to Maine, why not make a vacation out of it?
The local area has much to offer, and whether you prefer to stay active or relax in the sun at the beach, you'll enjoy your stay in these bright, breezy surroundings.
For extended families and friends, there is a neighboring cottage, subject to availability. Great for guests attending weddings, family reunions, and so on. Available for Bowdoin College Graduation. Please call for more information.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Crib: Pack 'n Play; linens are included.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Lots of choices for families and children
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stocked with a few spices, salt & pepper, Pam, sandwich bags, plastic wrap, foil, sugar, teas, coffee and filters.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Lobster pot
- Refrigerator: Stocked with mustard, relish, ketchup, and mayonnaise.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Ocean View: Short right of way to small pebble beach with Adirondack chairs and cedar picnic table. Only a few minutes from Popham Beach State Park. A state park pass is included with your stay, so entrance to any state park is free.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Blender, coffee maker, toaster oven, lobster pot, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, vacuum, several fans, Adirondack chairs, beach chairs and umbrella, beach toys, cooler and thermos, state park pass, electric heat, books, games, and puzzles for young and old
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well-behaved pets considered; $75 pet fee
- Kid Friendly: High chair available upon request; lots of children's books and movies; beach toys
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Sea Kayaking, Beaches, Deep Sea Fishing, Waterfront Spa
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sept 5 - Nov 10, 2009...........$1000/wk
Apr 10 - Jun 11, 2010..........$1100/wk
Jun 12 - Jun 25, 2010..........$1350/wk
Jun 26 - Sept 3, 2010..........$1500/wk
Refundable security deposit required.
No cleaning fee.
8.5% Maine sales tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Cozy Maine Coast Cottage - Minutes to Popham Beach
Year Purchased: 1910
Why the Owner Chose Phippsburg
The cottage was built in the early 1900s and has been in the family for many years. In 2005, I took the plunge and spent six months doing a complete renovation. It was a busy time, as anyone who's ever built or remodeled a home knows, but it was also loads of fun and very rewarding to see the end product. When they were kids, my children spent all summer down by the shore, swimming at the little beach in the picture, climbing over the rocks, and going lobstering. My brother-in-law lobsters from a nearby wharf and during your visit will keep you supplied with lobster fresh off the boat. In fact, if you're away for the day, he'll leave your order right in the refrigerator for you. You can't get much better service than that! And if you're interested in getting a closer look at how lobsters are caught, just ask him. He'll take you out and show you!
Popham is one of the most beautiful beaches in the state and only six miles from the cottage. A state park pass, good at any state park, is included in your stay.
This is another beautiful Maine beach. Just head back to Bath, cross the bridge northbound, turn right at the Dairy Queen, and drive down the next peninsula.
If you're flying to Maine, the cottage is an easy hour's drive from the Portland International Jetport. There are great shopping and restaurants in the historic Old Port.
Freeport is the home of L.L. Bean and numerous outlets - a shopper's paradise! There are many restaurants and plenty of parking.
This is the quintessential Maine harbor village and should definitely be on your "to do" list. Many cruises are available along the waterfront.
Visit Bowdoin College, the Maine State Music Theater, the Joshua Chamberlain Museum, or Wild Oats Bakery.
Shaw's Shopping Center, lots of shops on Front St., numerous restautants, Bath Iron Works, and the Maine Maritime Museum on Washington St.
Owner's Map of Phippsburg
I'm a middle school teacher and live in Phippsburg, just a few miles from my cottage. It gives me so much pleasure to be able to provide a bright, cheerful, clean place for guests to relax, reconnect with family, and enjoy all that midcoast Maine has to offer.
Property Photos
- Sunny kitchen and dining room - Portland, ME Vacation Cottage in Phippsburg
- Bright and breezy sun porch overlooking the water - Portland, ME Vacation Cottage in Phippsburg
- View from the shore - Portland, ME Vacation Cottage in Phippsburg
- Upstairs bedroom
- Small pebble beach - Adirondack chairs and cedar picnic table nearby
- Dining room looking out toward Casco Bay
- Twin bedroom on the first floor
- Popham Beach State Park with Seguin Lighthouse in the distance
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #82110
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