Spectacular Oceanfront house and cottage - private beach and 925' of waterfront.
- House5225 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 14
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 2–7 nights
6 bedrooms , 5 1\2 bathrooms, sleeps 14 .
Bedrooms
Owner
Jim Austin
- Languages:
- english
About Jim Austin
The owner has spent his whole life { so far ! } right here in Kittery Point. While retired from everyday business, they still stay very involved with their real estate both in Maine and Florida. They have six grown children and eight grandchildren They spend their winters in the Florida Keys , and summers in Maine.
Jim Austin purchased this House in 1988
Why Jim Austin chose Kittery Point
The Red Cottage is an ideal coastal Maine vacation property for friends, family reunions , and children. There is something here for everyone. Especially welcome is the addition of an elevator which accesses all floors , and makes transporting luggage and groceries a breeze . The elevator also leads directly to a wheelchair accessible bedroom and attached bathroom . If you appreciate the luxury of bathrooms in every room, a spacious chef's kitchen , and wonderful porches overlooking the harbor and ocean, then the Red Cottage is the place for your group !
What makes this House unique
Situated on a 3 1\2 acre peninsula on 925' of waterfront, the Red Cottage has a wonderful view of the harbor and the historic village of New Castle, N.H. on the opposite shore. There is a wide pier leading out to a deep water float system which offers fishing and boating as well as the opportunity to see fishermen bringing in their catches. The Red Cottage and surrounding property embodies all the charm and ambience of an old New England waterfront setting.
Amenities
Featured
- Children Welcome
- Internet
- Heater
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Fireplace
- Accessible
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 5, Half Baths: 1
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Parties/events allowed
Family reunions , etc-- not to exceed 25 guests
Smoking allowed
Smoking outside only , please
Pets allowed
Dogs allowed- PRIOR APPROVAL. No dangerous breeds!
Children allowed
Children MUST be supervised around waterfront !
Minimum age of primary renter:30
Max guests:14
Please no parking in the driveway going to the Red Cottage or to the dock as others must pass by. No guests on the floats without prior permission .
Full refund of deposits if cancelled 90 days prior to your rental week.
Parties and family functions permitted . Must have prior approval.
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
52 Reviews
Perfect Property
This house had everything we wanted as advertised. We weren’t disappointed! It was great. And our check in and check out process went more than smoothly! Lovely folks to deal with and let’s not forget the view- spectacular!
Roberta, many thanks for your kind review AND for leaving the house in perfect condition. We hope to see you back again before long, thanks, Jim & Tudor
Simply outstanding
Our family enjoyed the Red Cottage for a month, with in and out kids and grandkids ... this property is beyond the description ... everything was perfect ... returning next year.
Tom & Irma, many thanks for your kind review ----- you were ideal guests and we look forward to seeing you next September ----- thanks, Jim & Tudor
Absolutely a wonderful experience
I was part of a group of 10 inclusive of two children. The property, the accommodations, the furnishings, everything was perfect. The owners/host were always available but not intrusive. They were helpful offering suggestions, options and opportunities and were willing to help us make whatever arrangements necessary for anything we wanted to do. The setting might have been one of the loveliest places I have every been. It was a never ending spectacular opportunity to sit and see birds, seals, sunsets, boats, harbor activity...I could go on and on. We went to the beach, explored the sites, fished for squid (thank you Jim), toured the harbor and waterways, ate oysters and had home baked goodies (thank you Tudor). We will definitely be back. Thanks so much to Tudor and Jim for opening their home to us and making it a wonderful week.
Nancy ---- many thanks to all of you ---- it was a great week for us as well. We do hope that you come back as we had a great time with all of you, Jim & Tudor
This Is Maine
Usually when I go on vacation and the time comes to leave I am ready to go home....not this time.
I wished we had more time at the Red Cottage. You can see from the other reviews that the home is clean, beautiful and comfortable. No expense is spared. The owners are wonderful, kind and helpful. They want you to enjoy your time at the Red Cottage and are so welcoming.
This was my first trip to Maine (not my last). The home and location were everything you imagine when you think of a trip to Maine.
I came with my grown children and two grandchildren ages 4 and 6. We would drink our coffee on the front porch overlooking the water and watch the boats and wildlife. We saw ducks, dolphins, hummingbirds and our favorite seals! It was amazing. My grandchildren would spend time at the cove looking for shells and catching small crabs, and snails (which he would return after a short visit). We would spend the evenings watching the sunsets and playing games in the yard overlooking the water.
I wish I could have talked with Jim and Tudor more. We enjoyed hearing about the history of the home and area.
Only one caution. If you have adventurous toddlers, there are drop offs by the shore, you will need to be careful.
This is a really special vacation rental and I thank Jim and Tudor for sharing it with our family. It truly is special!
Liz, thank you for a lovely review ! Tudor and I very much enjoyed having you and your family here with us and hope that you will return again some day. We were particularly pleased how much you enjoyed our cove and beach ---- a favorite of all of us growing up here. A special thank you for leaving the house so clean and orderly ! Jim & Tudor
Magical Red Cottage
From the moment we arrived at Red Cottage we knew it was going to be a special week. The house is spotless, spacious and oh so charming. It has everything one would need including an outdoor kitchen and wow what a fridge! The elevator made it a snap to load in and out.
The location is breathtakingly beautiful and so peaceful. It’s close proximity to lively Portsmouth made it easy to zip in and out when we were in the mood for some nightlife. We went kayaking directly from the property. I loved searching the private pepple beach for sea glass and unique rocks and the boys loved “squidding” at night off the dock.
The best thing about this property is Tudor and Jim. They greeted us when we arrived but gave us complete privacy. It was only if we requested or needed something they would be right there to help us out. Jim took us fishing out on his boat, arranged to have as many lobsters as we wanted waiting for us at our dock and even cooked them to perfection for us! Tudor is as knowledgeable about everything as she is gracious and lovely. The peach pie she made was spectacular! I regret not requesting some to take home with us. Make sure you order some pies as soon as you arrive (or sooner). Can’t wait to go back!
Trisha, thanks to you , Anthony , and the whole family for leaving such a kind review and for being such easy, considerate guests . We appreciated your connection with our area, and especially your family connection with the Isles of Shoals. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Red Cottage and continuing our friendship ----- thanks, Jim & Tudor
Accessibility Makes The Vacation Great In This House!
This property holds up to all the fabulous pictures and descriptions in the listing and more! Our extended family, and dogs have vacationed for 25 years from Bethany Beach DE, to Rhode Island to Nantucket, Cape Cod, and another property in Kittery. This one by far was the best.
My son is in a wheelchair, which always offers unique challenges with rental properties, such as steps, curbs, lack of access to parts of the house, entryways, etc. This house was fully accessible from the driveway into the lower level with an elevator to the upper two floors, doorway ramps for the deck, and a zero entry shower in the roomy bathroom. I can't tell you how much easier this makes the week for all of us, and how enjoyable it made it for our son to be easily in the center of the action, or off in any private corner of the house.
Jim and Tudor were gracious hosts and a joy to get to know.
There is plenty to do in the area, with day trips to Portsmouth, Ogunquit, Portland, and more. Although my preference was to sit on the porch of the Red Cottage and feel lucky enough to enjoy the view!
Tuna, Lobsters, Clams, Oysters, etc, made for fun cooking indoors and out on the grill.
Kayaks, Paddle Boards, and some boating adventures were icing on the cake - as the Maine weather was smiling on us all week.
Looking forward to scheduling our next stay in the Red Cottage!
Thanks Jimmy and Tudor!!!
James, thanks for a wonderful review and also for being such wonderful guests ! We truly enjoyed getting to know you , and very much look forward to welcoming you back to the Red Cottage. Please stay in touch --- we miss you already ! Jim & Tudor
Map
The Red Cottage is located at the end of a very private lane far removed from a main road , and located on a large piece of property with hundreds of feet of waterfront to enjoy . The Kittery Point and Portsmouth area abound with history and interesting places to visit as well as fun things to do for the whole family . Great water sports and two lovely sand beaches are only a few of the highlights in Kittery Point . Enjoy a harbor cruise or go on a fishing trip or whale watch all right from your dock in front of the Cottage.