Historic Kennebunkport home in the heart of the village. Steps to Dock Square.
Built in 1797, the Aaron Hovey house is completely restored to blend the old in with the new. The house has been placed on the NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES by the U. S. DEPARTMENT of the INTERIOR. It features old New England charm with 3 bedrooms and a Garrett where kids can play. It is just steps to the Port's shops and restaurants. The backyard is a great place for cook outs on the provided grill and just a wonderful place for kids to play and adults to sit and enjoy. K'Port is a quaint New England village featuring historic homes, beautiful rocky shores, and large sandy beaches. We provide a free beach parking permit for your family's enjoyment to all of Kennebunk's sandy beaches. Points of Interest: Walkers Point (home to the Bushes), White Columns, a historic sea captain's home which houses the Bush Museum, whale watching, Cape Porpoise Light house, sightseeing cruises, the Trolley Museum, beaches, great restaurants, motor scooter and bicycle rentals. Enjoy easy day trips up and down the Maine coast as well as to Boston and the White Mountains.
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PER OUR INSURANCE COMPANY.........THE FIREPLACES CAN NOT BE USED BY RENTERS..
7 nights renting minimum / normally Sat. to Sat. unless agreed to a different time frame by owner.
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Property # 4449708
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Kennebunkport
Located in Kennebunkport, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Funtown Splashtown USA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ogunquit Beach and Wells Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
First Families Kennebunkport Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Dock Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kennebunkport Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Kennebunkport Village Green - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Colony Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 14 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Irving Oil - 8 min drive
Amato's - 8 min drive
Dunkin' - 7 min drive
Federal Jack's - 6 min walk
Alisson's Restaurant - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Kennebunkport home in the heart of the village. Steps to Dock Square. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Historic Kennebunkport home in the heart of the village. Steps to Dock Square.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Kennebunkport home in the heart of the village. Steps to Dock Square.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Kennebunkport home in the heart of the village. Steps to Dock Square.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Kennebunkport home in the heart of the village. Steps to Dock Square. located?
This family-friendly Kennebunkport holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from First Families Kennebunkport Museum and Dock Square. Northlight Gallery and W. Robert Paine Gallery are also within 5 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Pete Wahtera
We lived in Kennebunk years ago before getting recruited to a job in Mn. I promised my wife that we would get back here some day. And we did. (Part Time ) We had a condo first for a few years and when saw this 1797 house for sale we jumped at it. It has been a lot of work but we love it. We rented to the Secret Service( BUSH) for years in the summer - 14 years. We made the change to VRBO a few years ago.
Why they chose this property
It is in the Port. It has great History and is very warm and comfortable.
What makes this property unique
We have tried to keep the house as close to the late 1700 as we could. It is in the historic district of Kennebunkport and within walking distanced to most everything.