HISTORIC COASTAL MAINE RETREAT

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Side porch view to ocean
Dining
Living area
Quaint Cottage on the Beach
Double bedroom upstairs

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Goose Rocks Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Kennebunkport, ME
  • Place, Goose Rocks Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kennebunkport Village Green
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Dock Square
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Kennebunkport

Located in Goose Rocks Beach, a neighborhood in Kennebunkport, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Orchard Beach and Moody Beach. Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, water skiing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Kennebunkport, ME

What's nearby

  • Goose Rocks Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Dock Square - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Colony Beach - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 33 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mornings in Paris - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Batson River - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cape Pier Chowder House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HISTORIC COASTAL MAINE RETREAT pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at HISTORIC COASTAL MAINE RETREAT?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HISTORIC COASTAL MAINE RETREAT?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HISTORIC COASTAL MAINE RETREAT located?

Located in Goose Rocks Beach, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Goose Rocks Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cape Arundel Golf Club and Vaughn's Island Preserve. Seashore Trolley Museum and The Pool are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goose Rocks Beach cottage (week 2!)

(We were lucky enough to stay for two weeks.)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

Loved our stay at Emery Cottage! Perfect location on the beach and everything was as described. We are hoping to return again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
and they were perfect guests! look forward to their return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage on the beach!

We had a great week staying at Linda's beautiful cottage. It was just what we were looking for with a spectacular view and right on the beach. Clean and cozy, it gave us the quintessential Maine vacation experience. Linda was wonderful and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Thanks for the positive review...I gave your family the same!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most magical relaxing week at Emery Cottage! Linda (the host) was very kind and welcoming to us and our children! The cottage had everything we needed! The view was priceless! This is a very special home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2025
Thanks, Allison. I am so glad that you and your family had a great week here and appreciate your review. thanks, also, for the liquid hostess gift!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, beautiful, and simple

We had a great time and wish it was longer at GRB. It rained one day but we found several things to go do and see. The cottage was small but we loved it! Linda was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2025
Thanks, Ruth
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Piece of Heaven

Spectacular location!!! Our family had a wonderful visit and enjoyed this sweet little cottage! Being lulled to sleep by the sounds of the sea is simply the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Thanks for your comments!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goose Rocks Beach cottage

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Linda’s cozy cottage. Actually very hard to put into words the magic of this place. It felt like we were staying with family, not at an anonymous rental. Thanks again, Linda!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for a romantic long weekend getaway on a quiet beautiful beach!

We loved our long holiday weekend stay at this very rustic, small cottage right on the beach - the ocean view is the highlight! It was just so perfect for the two of us! Goose Rocks Beach is quiet but so beautiful and the owner was so gracious and wonderful! We hope to be back sometime (soon)!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
thanks, Lori, and I hope that you and Jeff will come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All about the view

Quaint house, gorgeous view, lovely hostess Particularly enjoyed early morning walks on the beach right outside my door
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach getaway with friends

You can’t beat the location of this cottage right on Goose Rocks Beach. As advertised, it is rustic and small, but was perfect for our girls getaway weekend. We loved walking on the beach and kicking back on the lovely porch. The owner was very communicative and easy to work with. Our group would rent this again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
thanks, Nancy. Really enjoyed you girls and am very happy that you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family-Love-Laughs

We had such a great week at The Emery Cottage. Linda was so wonderful and her blueberry muffins were amazing. Thank you for letting us share your little piece of heaven on Goose Rocks Beach. We hope to back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
thanks, Meloney, for your kind words! it was great having your family as guests. just as a 'head up': the cleaning gal noticed footprints on the floor that evidently were created by someone using a spray tan product (gray footprints with a large 'tan' area around them. It won't wash off but luckily I still have the paint and can pretty easily touch it up at the end of the summer so there will be no charge for damages. Just so you know. Hope you decide to come back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Maine cottage on Goose Rock

Linda was a fabulous host. The house was an 1890 cottage on the most beautiful beach. I will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
thanks, Mark, and I look forward to seeing you and your lovely family again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goose Rocks Beach House

Excellent location , terrific view right on the ocean. The house was immaculate and comfortable . We know the area well and are always happy to come back . We would consider returning same time next year .. Linda was lovely !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2023
thanks for that and I hope to see you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach week!

Our family had a great stay at this little cottage. Waking up to that beautiful view and heading out straight to the beach to search for sand dollars was a highlight. The cottage is great for children because it is old, and I didn’t have to worry about anything getting damaged or breaking. The cottage was exactly what was listed, ocean front, small little cottage with charm. It was a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
thanks for your review, Kara. loved having you here...a darling family and I hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from this property are stunning. Sunrise is amazing. The proximity to the beach can't be beat. Linda (next door) was a lovely host. We were greeted with a big bouquet of sunflowers on the kitchen table. The cottage is exactly as described. It's a rustic slice of history.Things I wish I knew beforehand: (1) the double bed will not fit anyone taller than about 5'9". There is a footboard. My 6'1" husband had to put a pillow on it, and his feet were off the edge. (2) You have to go through the room with the double bed to get to the "hobbit" bedroom, and there is no door, just curtains. Perfect for families with small children; not great for older kids or adults who want privacy. There is a door for the room with the trundle.We would happily stay there again. I just would have my husband sleep in the room with the trundle! :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location!!

Amazing views at this cozy historic cottage. It’s a Goose Rocks Beach original, which is hard to find. Perfect for our family of 4 with plenty of room to sleep, eat and play inside on a rainy day. It truly is steps to the beach. The beach has plenty of space, super soft sand and is quiet. You can walk to the general store in less than 5 minutes to get deli sandwiches, pizza, snacks, drinks, even a bottle of wine. Don’t miss out on the fresh muffins, they are fabulous. There is a lot to explore in the area with Kennebunkport 10-15 minutes away with shops, restaurants and more. Linda, the host, is very hospitable to ensure your stay is comfortable. She lives right next door but totally gives you your space. She’s kind and lovely to work with. She has great recommendations, including the Portland Children’s Museum for our 2 and 5 year old on a rainy day. It was so much fun! I highly recommend renting linens and beach towels. Good to have extras when things don’t dry as quickly. There’s no washer or dryer but a big clothesline with clothespins to use which worked perfectly for us. It was a fantastic vacation with amazing views and the best location. The sunrise is spectacular in August. Don’t hesitate, book your stay. You won’t regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Alison, your review is wonderful and I thank you for it...you do Goose Rocks Beach justice, for sure. Hope to see you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT location

This cottage is right on the beach, you don't even have to cross the road to get there. We love going to sleep listening to the surf. When we weren't outside, we were usually sitting in the sunroom looking at the ocean. It was exactly as advertised... clean and cozy. Linda (the owner) lives next door and was always nice and super helpful. My daughter and I had a wonderful visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful historic Oceanfront cottage in Kennebunkport Maine

Spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the Goose rocks, wildlife abound including birds and best of all seals. Property sits on a protected cove. House has a well equipped kitchen, beautiful oceanfront views from dining room, kitchen, living and sun room. Great front porch and small yard on beach side. Quiet and peaceful sandy beach getaway. Cape Porpoise 7 minute drive 4 food and groceries. 11 minutes to central Kennebunkport with shops and restaurants. Nature abound with beautiful Maine coastlines. Portland just 35 minutes to north makes for a great day trip. If you desire an authentic Maine beachfront rustic cottage look no further, host's family has owned for 6 generations and my wife and I felt honored to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
thanks for your nice review and again, I am glad that you and Mary enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful!

We had the best time, it was so relaxing. The views are so beautiful from the porch. The cottage had everything we needed and Linda the manager was very nice. It was a perfect mother/daughter trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not worth it

The property manager lives on. property. Usually that is disclosed. Way over priced for a glorified tent of a house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend

Cottage was amazing. Host was very nice. Will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Stay

View of GooseRocks Beach was fantastic. The host was lovely and very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaway

This house was amazing! We have a 1.5 year old boy and 3.5 year old little girl and they had the best week. House was perfect with everything we needed and more. Awesome location with so much to do. We can’t wait to come back. Linda was very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Thanks for the nice remarks! What should I do with the stuffed pig toy, ladies’ tank top and child’s t-shirt, socks, and shorts.? I would be happy to ship to you c.o.d. If you give me your address.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!

We spent a week in this cottage on Goose Rocks Beach. Most of our time was spent enjoying the ocean either from the front porch, while walking the beach or paddling kayaks. We loved the ocean views through the large picture windows and sleeping to the sound of the waves. We definitely hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Thanks, Christa; really enjoyed having you and your family here and hope to see you again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

The cottage was very clean, cozy, and comfortable! The setting so beautiful and quiet! Even on a very rainy weekend, my girlfriends and I enjoyed ourselves immensely!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Thanks, Molly.
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