Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach
Let it all go! Come here for peace and respite. Welcome to quintessential Maine summer living! Enjoy stunning ocean views and cool summer breezes at this very private and quaint seasonal home! This is a very comfortable, cozy, and classic retreat that is newly painted with new furnishings and is well appointed for your vacation needs. All bedrooms have new mattresses and bedding that will ensure a good night's sleep. Living room has a new large sectional. Linens and bath towels provided. Bring your own beach towels. Sip your morning coffee or have a picnic lunch in Adirondack chairs on the accessible rocky ledge. A covered deck offers shade without losing the sights and sounds of the coastal magic. Two chaise lounge chairs as well as two tables for outdoor eating are additional options for outdoor enjoyment. Four bicycles are available to be shared amongst guests at Cedarbush Stuga and our other vacation rental, Cozy Harbor Stuga. Please bring your own helmets. Beach chairs are available for guest use that are stored in garden shed.
Walk or bike to scenic Hendrick's Head Beach, a beautiful sandy beach with a small climbable outcrop called Kitten Island, in 5 minutes where you can swim, build sandcastles and explore tide pools at low tide. The Southport General Store, a local gathering spot with outdoor picnic tables, is also a 5 minute walk and offers not only breakfast pizzas, deli sandwiches and baked goods, but a carefully curated stock of hand-picked wines, beers, and ciders and more. For a leisurely wooded landscape walk, explore Hendrick's Head Preserve with an easy 1/2 mile loop for bird watching and nature photography. Shopping, restaurants, boat tours and more summer activities are a 12 minute scenic drive to Boothbay Harbor across the historic Southport Swing Bridge. A visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Garden, the largest botanical garden in New England, is a must see as you will experience the exquisite beauty of Northern coastal horticulture and the giant trolls!
Important Details: Check in 5:00PM. Strict check out at 10:00AM. Linens and bath towels provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
Our property on Southport Island is exceptionally beautiful and is only 90 minutes from Portland. Come create memories at this spectacular setting. This is Maine at its best!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests musts answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking. Subject to cancellation if unresponsive.
Outdoor fires and fireworks are strictly prohibited. Trash including items in refrigerator must be disposed at the Boothbay Harbor Refuse Facility.
Our property is in a private and quiet neighborhood. Strict quiet hours 9pm-9am. Please do not drive further on Cedarbush Lane than our property.
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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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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
About the area
Southport
Located in Southport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boothbay Farmers' Market and Montsweag Flea Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ovens Mouth Preserve and Hendricks Head Beach. Maine State Aquarium and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
Getting around
Brunswick Station - 54 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 14 min drive
Kitchen Garden Cafe - 14 min drive
Footbridge Brewery - 8 min drive
Tugboat Inn - 10 min drive
Amore Bistro Italiano - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach on 29 May 2026 start from £347, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Solitude abounds at this idyllic Southport OCEANFRONT home-5 mins from the beach located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hendricks Head Beach, Hendricks Hill Museum and Hendrick's Head Lighthouse. Southport Memorial Library and Juniper Point are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was in a great location, quiet and comfortable with great views! The host was easy to reach and answered all my questions. It was an easy walk to the Southport general store as well as the Hendricks head beach. We would definitely stay there again.
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and appreciated all that the property had to offer! We look forward to welcoming you back to Southport!
Excellent! Everything we could have wanted for a family vacation. Great views and great location close to the general store. Quality bedding and comfortable mattresses. Loved the beautiful duvets in every room.The Wolter Family
Karen W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
We are so glad you had a wonderful vacation in Southport at our family home! We hope you come back again soon!
The home was perfect. The location made us feel like we were staying in a secluded log cabin, and the home was clean, comfortable and cozy, which made us feel like home. We rented kayaks and launched off the back rocks to explore the coast with the kids. Walked and biked to the beach and enjoyed the “neighborhood” of friendly Hendricks Head.
Thomas S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
We are so delighted that you had a wonderful time and that our family home met your needs. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southport!
We had a lovely week in this waterfront home. We enjoyed the views and the kids loved playing on the rocks out back. It was a nice location and short walk to Hendricks beach and the General Store.
Michelle G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed the beautiful location of our home! We would love to welcome you back to Southport! Thanks for renting from us!
Very clean property--new appliances, everything worked! Beds comfy and even a welcome gift! Property manager was very communicative and helpful. Would highly recommend!!
John C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2023
We are so delighted that you had a great stay at our property. Thank you for being great renters! We would love to welcome you back!
This house is ideally located walking distance to Hendricks beach, Southport General Store and the Cozy Harbor restaurant. Such a magic spot and well appointed, comfortable home. It was amazing to wake up every morning and look out on the sea.
Judy w.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
We are so delighted that you had a great stay. Thanks so much for renting from us and we would love to welcome you back!
What a great week our group of 7 had at this coastal cottage! The house is full of rustic charm, and its location on the water in quiet Southport, with easy access to Boothbay, offered the best of both worlds. We even hired a photographer to come take family portraits right on the rocky oceanfront in the house’s backyard! Mary and Paul were fantastic hosts and responded quickly to all of our questions. The house isn’t modern or upscale, but it had everything we needed and the beautiful surround you’d hope for from a relaxing vacation in Maine. Thank you, Mary and Paul!
Bruce C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Thank you for being such great renters! We look forward to welcoming you back to Southport!
Well supplied cottage with very comfortable
Beds. Was here with my family including 2 young kids property is mostly kid friendly. Description of
Property and house described very accurately in listing. Adirondack chairs on the large rocks.
I loved this place! It had almost everything we needed and a lot of it was not called out in the listing. The rooms were large with plenty of space to lounge and dine. The view is gorgeous! I could have spent 2 weeks.
This is a beautiful, quiet property. Amazing views from many rooms and the deck. The Adirondeck chairs on the water were heavenly. The mattresses and bedding were all high end and very comfortable. The kitchen was really well appointed. The decor was charming with lots of nautical themes. The owners were warm, welcoming and available. The walks to Hendrick's head beach were enjoyed by all.
Anna A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2024
Thank you so much for renting from us! We are delighted that you had such a wonderful stay and welcome you back to our special family home on Southport!
The house has an excellent floor plan for both gathering and for privacy/alone time. The dining table was plenty big enough for all 9 of us to sit and talk comfortably, and the sectional couch (and chairs) in the living room accommodated us well, too. Kitchen was a bit tight and lacked some modern conveniences, but had oodles of everything we needed (except, oddly, paring knives and drink coasters!) The woodsy roads around the area made for good walking, and the waterfront access was greatly appreciated -- especially by the kids, who spent hours "hunting" on the rocks. The location was secluded but only a short drive from Boothbay Harbor, so we had a variety of options on how to spend our time.
Liz A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
We are so delighted that you had a fun week! Thank you for taking great care of our home and thank you also for pointing out that the kitchen was missing paring knives and drink coasters. We would love to welcome you back to our family home in Southport! Have a great rest of your summer!
All 4 bedrooms were very nice and 2 of those were very large. Beds and bedding very comfortable. Kitchen is small, we didn’t plan on doing very much cooking so it was all we needed. It was a handy having a washer and dryer! Living room and dining areas worked well for our group of 5. Beautiful water views. Short walk to the beach and the general store and just a 12 min drive in to BoothBay Harbor.
The house is overlooking the water so the view is great. Bathrooms and kitchen are well kept but show age. Sink space is small in both bathrooms. There is no dishwasher in the kitchen and tenants are supposed to clean the dishes themselves when they leave. This means the new tenants are at the mercy of the previous tenants. In our case some utensils had to be rewashed because of food stains. I think a dishwasher would help a lot.The house is big and can accommodate 8 people but there isn’t a big outdoor table for dining outside. Overall we had a lovely stay despite the issues mentioned above.
My family and I just concluded a month-long stay at this property and I cannot say enough about how great it is. I was born and raised in Maine but have spent the last 20 years away. Boothbay Harbor and Southport Island is a special place to me. My wife and I were married across the Island at the Newagen Seaside Inn.The property owners are fantastic -- detail oriented and quick to respond. We truly felt like their guestsThe property and house are true to the pictures, and I would say that they don't do the charm and view justice. The cottage is well laid out with two twin 'master' bedrooms and two more smaller but comfortable bedrooms. The fourth bedroom is perfect for kiddos -- our two boys loved it.The cottage is incredibly well appointed, and we had everything we needed for a whole month stay in terms of bedding, kitchen wares, etc.The local area is amazing. Hendricks Head beach is a stones throw away. The general store is premium and very close to the cottage. Cozy Harbor waits just around the corner -- Robinsons and the Newagen Seaside Inn are just a short drive away. Downtown Boothbay is no more than 12 minutes. Meanwhile, the cottage is set in perfect solitude.Our kids enjoyed finding crabs and seaglass on the rocks at low tide. We spent quiet mornings on the Adirondack chairs sipping coffee watching lobsterman tend their traps and families of swans shepherd little ones across the bay.It's magical. We cannot wait to go back
Nate P.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2025
We are so delighted that you had a wonderful time on Southport and that our home met your expectations. Thank you for being such wonderful renters! We so look forward to welcoming you back! Have a great rest of your summer!
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