Quiet Cottage surrounded by beaches, restaurants, hiking, shops & Kennebunkport

Our cottage is centrally located on a country road nestled among fabulous restaurants, live entertainment, hiking trails, beaches, boat tours, flea markets, antique shops, art studios, museums, golf courses, all within a 5 mile radius. Spend the day in any of the above activities then come back to our clean, serene spacious cottage to rest up for your next adventure. Enjoy nature watching or read a good book from the lawn chairs. It’s quiet here with a peacefulness you feel being close to nature. The landscape of Maine is untouched, dramatic, and soul-stirring. The air smells fresh like pine needles and moss and wood fires, depending on the season. The night sky is pitch black perfect for stargazing.
We take pride in our cleanliness! We even wash the couch cover and all throws between guests.
No need to pack a lot , we supply most amenities like paper towels, toilet paper, toothbrushes, soap, shampoo and cream rinse, first aide kit, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, dish detergent, trash bags, basic spices and condiments, coffee, tea, and sugar to get you started on your vacation.
Polly’s Place is one of 2 houses that share a 5 acre private property located back off the road with a mixture of trees and lawn. This cottage was built by our Aunt Polly and Uncle Hans. We lived in it for years while building our forever home in the back of the property. Enjoy the large yard area and gas grill.
Locally owned meat market, seafood stores and farm stands are conveniently located nearby.
Visit the quaint coastal towns of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Cape Porpoise and Wells; featuring great restaurants, shopping, golfing, and sightseeing. Take a scenic coastal cruise or go whale watching, fishing, surfing, kayaking or just spend the day relaxing on the many local beaches. Portland is only 20 miles away. Take a train from Wells (10 miles away) to Portland or Boston. The December Magic: Christmas Prelude Discover why global travelers flock to our coast every December. For the first two weeks of the month, Kennebunkport hosts the Annual Christmas Prelude, an 11-day celebration of coastal holiday charm. When you stay at our property, you are perfectly positioned to experience it all:Spectacular Traditions: The Dock Square tree lighting, the Cape Porpoise lobster trap tree, and festive fireworks over the cove. Classic New England Fun: Candlelight caroling, local artisan craft markets, festive trolley rides, and the iconic Hat and Pooch parades. Seaside Holiday Flair: Watch Santa and Mrs. Claus swap their sleigh for a Maine lobster boat.
The Winter Escape: Cozy, Uncrowded Luxury (Jan – Mar)After the holiday decorations come down, the true hidden gem of Kennebunkport reveals itself. Winter on the Maine coast is quiet, romantic, and breathtakingly beautiful. Avoid the summer crowds and embrace a slower pace of life: Walk along completely peaceful, snow-dusted beaches or cross-country ski the Town Forest trails.Snag a table easily at the town's world-class restaurants, dine in heated outdoor gondolas, or enjoy the local "Paint the Town Red" Valentine's events in February. Return home to our property to warm up, pour a glass of wine, and watch the snow fall over the coast.

Distances from Polly’s place by car:
Goochs Beach in Kennebunk - 3.9 miles
Goose Rocks Beach Kennebunkport- 6.1 miles
Colony Beach - 3.8 miles
Vinegar Hill Music Theatre - 1.5 miles
Mikes American Diner - 2.1 miles
Alisson’s Restaurant - 2.7 miles
Federal Jacks - 2.9
The Seashore Trolly Museum - 2.1 miles
Arundel Antiques and Flea Market - 3 miles
Raptor Falls miniature golf -3.4 miles
Kennebunkport Center - 2.9 miles
Kennebunk Center - 4 miles
Brick House Museum - 3.3 miles