Cozy, Pet Friendly, Home In A Quiet Family Oriented, Beach Neighborhood

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Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6760 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Parking available

Explore the area

South Portland, ME

State Theatre
‪6 min drive‬
Cross Insurance Arena
‪6 min drive‬
Thompson's Point
‪9 min drive‬
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Cozy home located in a very quiet and family friendly neighborhood at the end of a dead end street. Brookside has a large fenced in back yard, perfect for a four legged friend. Sit out on the sunny deck in the afternoon or enjoy the outdoor shower after a day at the beach. Brookside is just a few minutes walk to lovely Willard Beach, Bug Light, Spring Point Light, Scratch Bakery, Willard Scoop Ice Cream Shop, and so much more. Portland is just a short drive away- or take the bike path!

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, open concept living room/dining room/kitchen makes for a great place to gather with family and friends and relax on vacation. No Smoking allowed and Owner is on premises.

Property manager

lisa bisceglia

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Portland

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Willard Beach, a neighbourhood in South Portland. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Arena or Merrill Auditorium. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.

South Portland, ME

What's nearby

State Theatre - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Cross Insurance Arena - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Portland Museum of Art - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Thompson's Point - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 15 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Luke's Lobster Portland Pier - ‬6 min drive
‪Red's Dairy Freeze - ‬20 min walk
‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬7 min drive
‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Pet Friendly, Home In A Quiet Family Oriented, Beach Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Pet Friendly, Home In A Quiet Family Oriented, Beach Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Pet Friendly, Home In A Quiet Family Oriented, Beach Neighborhood?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, Pet Friendly, Home In A Quiet Family Oriented, Beach Neighborhood located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willard Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Casco Bay and Willard Beach. Southern Maine Community College and Fort Preble are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

25 Jun, 2022

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

Wonderful cottage in a quiet friendly neighborhood. Look forward to staying there again!

Clean, well furnished, super location, friendly host and neighborhood.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

1 Jul, 2024

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

Great little home

Enjoyed this cute homey house. Very comfortable, clean.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

6 Sept, 2024

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

Cute Home in Quiet Neighborhood

Lisa was a warm and wonderful host. Her house was perfect for our 3 night stay and had everything we needed. Our 2 pups enjoyed the house, fenced in yard, and wonderful neighborhood walks. We would absolutely come back, highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Frances O.

22 Feb, 2023

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

Holiday Heaven

We had an extraordinary Thanksgiving-Christmas Holiday.! It was relaxing, an ideal location, enought space and a well equipted kitchen for making holiday treats. You will not be disappointed staying here. Hope to stay here again soon,

Stayed 42 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

18 Jul, 2022

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

We had a wonderful stay at Lisa’s rental - it was very clean, very comfortable, and very convenient.

Lisa’s home is in a nice small and quiet neighborhood very close to Willard Beach and with nice options for good things to eat in walking distance. Lisa was very welcoming and communicated quickly and easily. We would gladly come back to this location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moira K.

2 Sept, 2023

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

Fabulous beach cottage

Home was much brighter and updates than we realized from the photos! Owner helped us feel so welcome and “at home,” offering great tips for things to do throughout our stay! Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

2 Jul, 2024

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

We love South Portland

Lisa's place was so lovely in a wonderful neighborhood with walking access to anything you could need: bakeries, restaurants, beach, bike paths, etc. We loved relaxing on the back porch surrounded by flowers and taking advantage of the outdoor shower. It's a quick ride into Portland but we were so pleasantly surprised by how much we loved South Portland too.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Keller, TX

21 Sept, 2023

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

Quiet Cottage

We had a great stay at Lisa's beach cottage. Quiet neighborhood - home is located a short walk from Willard Beach (and from Willard Scoops ice cream!). Its really a convenient location to most everything. Lisa was very welcoming and her home was well furnished for our stay. Enjoyed sleeping with the windows open and experiencing a cool breeze throughout the night. Would enjoy staying here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

21 Feb, 2023

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

Weekend in South Portland

The rental was absolutely perfect for the type of vacation we planned. Close to a beach, lighthouses, and other parks that were dog friendly. Was very enjoyable to pick up a few meals and bring them back to the house to enjoy. The rest of the meals we cooked on our own in the well supplied kitchen. We had a very nice time.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

18 Sept, 2022

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

Willard Beach

Really clean, adorable cottage on a quiet, dog-friendly street. Short walk to Willard Beach, close to good restaurants and unique general stores. Easy walk to Fort Williams Park. Short drive to Portland (15 minutes).

Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

18 Sept, 2022

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

Happy Place

This perfect little house was exactly what I hoped it would be for a relaxing retreat while visiting family. The neighborhood felt safe and comfortable with a short enjoyable walk to the beach and bakery. The host is absolutely amazing, warm, welcoming, attentive and respectful of privacy. The house itself was so comfortable for my girls and I. It has everything you would ever need to feel right at home. The back deck was a lovely place to relax in the evening while my children slept. The beds were comfortable and the house was very clean. I will stay here again! I would even brave the cold to visit in the winter (that's how warm and welcoming my experience was)! Thank you Lisa!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

6 Sept, 2022

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

Peace & Quiet & Comfortable

We totally ❤️‘d our stay at Lisa’s. She knows how to live well and we we’re right in rhythm with her at her comfortable, clean and sweet home in the Willlard Beach neighborhood. Mucho, mucho gracias, Susan MacDB & Michael Boyle Santa Fe

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett A.

1 Aug, 2022

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

Perfect Beach Place

Not only a lovely house and host (thanks Lisa!) but also a fantastic location in a quiet neighborhood near so many amazing beaches.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah I.

27 Jul, 2022

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

Perfect location

What a great spot to stay. We could walk to get food, ice cream, baked goods and be at the beach. If you have a little wagon that’s all you need to transport your beach goodies. This location was perfect for our growing family. The street was very quiet and the neighbors were as nice as our host. Lisa was as good as they get. We felt like family. We hope to be back next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

9 Jul, 2022

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

We loved it!

My two kids and husband I stayed here before my sister’s wedding. It had everything we needed. The low beds worked really well for my toddler. We enjoyed walking to Willard Beach, Willard Scoops, Ellsmere BBQ. This location is convenient to everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H., Colorado, USA

1 Nov, 2019

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

Great place to stay.

Great place in a great location. Very comfortable. Enjoyed walking with our dog to Scratch Bakery then on to Willard Beach where dogs are able to play off leash. Very dog friendly. Terra Cotta is an easy walk and well worth a visit for some lovely pasta dishes etc to take home. Easy drive into Portland where there’s plenty of shopping and dining options. Beautiful coastal scenery. Lisa is very friendly and helpful. We would stay at the property again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Karen R.

8 Sept, 2019

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

Great weekend trip to the beach

We had a great time and loved the location of this house. Lisa left everything clean and ready for our arrival... even fresh cut flowers on the tables. It was perfect for us and our Goldens. We even got to meet Lisa and chat about local places to visit. We loved the location. We could walk to the beach in the morning with the dogs and made several stops at the local bakery...yum yum! All the neighbors were really friendly and we met some other cute pups too! Thanks for letting us bring the dogs and opening your home up to us!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

MOLLY M., PELHAM

5 Aug, 2019

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

Perfect Summer Weekend

Lisa was such a great host! We arrived to flowers in every room and a detailed note explaining the neighborhood and where everything was. During an usual heat wave, she took her Saturday to buy us an AC unit and install it which made the house even nicer to spend time in. Everything was in great shape and the house was the perfect spot to go back and relax after exploring Maine. I would recommend this house to families or friends coming to the area!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Edward W.

9 Jul, 2019

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

Nice location in Portland area

Property is located on a dead end street and was not very kept up on the outside and yard was not mowed. However, that being said the owner was very nice and inside the place was very clean. When we arrived a nice bottle of wine was there as well as a book describing everything about the property and area. There was no microwave or television in the place which is more something to note and not necessarily a detractor. Loved how close it was to seeing lighthouses and grabbing an ice cream from Red’s or some snacks at the nearby bakery. The bathroom was small but clean. There seemed to be some water damage in the floor as you stepped by the toilet. Also, the shower has a clear shower curtain covering the window to the outside which wasn’t very private and with broad shoulders, I didn’t much care for my shoulders always touching the two shower curtains. I think it is also important to note that the owner lives in a small home right behind the home at the end of the short driveway. This was fine for us but again just something g to note. I think all in all it was a good place and met our needs. If you are looking for a clean place in the Portland area at a good price and owned by a very nice person but with no frills then this is a great find. We ran around the area a lot and therefore didn’t spend a whole lot of time in the place aside from evenings and sleeping. I think there could be some things done to make this place an even better stay experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

3 Sept, 2018

It was amazing! Lisa is wonderful and very hospitable. Perfect location. Home is great!

This house is a perfect little sanctuary to get away from it all. House is fully stocked with everything you need. Walking distance to the best coffee and beach. Just a quick ride into Portland if you want to be there in the city.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

11 Jul, 2018

Great place, clean, contemporary. Lisa is great, very friendly and flexible. We could stay later on

Very close to beach and fun, delicious bakery. Our dog loved the beach.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

8 Aug, 2017

Charming and a great location

Lisa greeted us when we arrived, and a bottle of wine waited in the refrigerator. The house was bright, with an outdoor shower (as well as an indoor one!) and nice cross ventilation. It's a beautiful and safe neighborhood, and we were able to bike or walk to the beach, ice cream, bakery, creperie and fine dining. Downtown Portland was a short drive away. Portland is the #1 brewery town in the country, and Uber rides are readily available if you tour too many of them. This is an undiscovered perfect vacation spot, and this house sits nicely in the middle of it. We'll be back. No TV or microwave, and it was fun to wean ourselves from the tube for a week--although there's free WiFi if you need to watch stuff via the internet.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Krista J.

12 Jul, 2016

Beautiful place to fall in love with Maine

We absolutely adored this quaint cottage. The owner greeted us upon our arrival and was very willing to help with any questions we may have about the area. The home was very neat and tidy and had all of the necessary essentials. This house was our 3rd stop on an extended journey up the East Coast, so we appreciated that there was a washer and dryer to do a little mid-trip washing. There was even laundry detergent - how thoughtful! The neighborhood was very nice and quiet. We slept with the windows open and the cool Maine breeze lulled us to sleep. In the mornings we took a short walk to the most charming bakery (Scratch Bakery) and grabbed bagels and coffee on our way to the dog friendly beach. Just be warned the bagels sell out by 8:30 (they're that good!) We are still dreaming about Maine and this wonderful home. We would love to stay here again in the future!

About the host

Hosted by lisa bisceglia

I work for a non profit in Nicaragua most of the year, but I call Maine home. I am fortunate to be able to spend my summers and falls here. There is no better place to be during these months than in Maine. I built a tiny house on wheels in the backyard and live there for the summertime. However, I am rarely there as I tend to travel within New England quite a bit when I am in the states. I have loved living in Maine off and on for over 30 years. I hope you enjoy it too!