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

Arundel, Maine
$332 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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 closeto 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

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    At Least 80% Organic Food Double-glazed Windows Locally Sourced Food Is Prioritized Recycling Unit Size: 1400 Sq Ft (130 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Ocean Near The Sea Next To A Golf Course On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Robert

    Submitted Nov 3, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    The hosts thought of everything we could need.

  • Thomas

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    The house was much nicer than we expected. We will be back!!

  • rob

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    the host does an amazing job of prepping this cotttage for the inbound guests.

  • Avery

    Submitted Oct 8, 2023

    Stayed Oct 4, 2023

    This was one of the best stays my wife and I had. It was a great place to relax and very close to the town and shops. We highly recommend this place, it was a perfect get away.

  • CAROL

    Submitted Jun 24, 2023

    Stayed Jun 15, 2023

    The owners of the property were very helpful and informative regarding places to see and the routes to follow. The cottage was named after the owner's aunt, Polly's Place. It is a quaint cottage with thoughts of amenities supplied for renters from the linens provided to the welcome basket of snacks. Close to Kennebunkport and Kennebunk, the shopping and restaurants are a short drive. Enjoyed seeing Walker's Point, the Bush compound, the Colony Hotel for lunch, Hurricane Restaurant for dinner. Great long weekend, hope to rent again in the future.

  • Bruce S.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 8, 2026

    Loved it!

  • James E.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 20, 2026

    very clean property and very quiet, would differently seek for future rental.

  • susan o.

    Submitted May 12, 2026

    Stayed May 9, 2026

    We had an absolutely wonderful stay! The host was communicative, and the cottage was perfectly clean and well-equipped. It felt like a home away from home. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Sara P.

    Submitted Dec 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    Incredibly hospitable and kind host, meticulously clean house, and close enough to amenities while still being peaceful and quiet.

  • kathy h.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Great cottage. Had everything we needed. The basket of snacks on the counter was a nice welcome. I could only imagine sitting by the picture window and watching it snow.

  • Rick P.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 5, 2025

    We had a great stay at Polly's Place. The quiet setting was beautiful. The place was very roomy. The bedrooms, including the beds were great. The hosts have gone to great lengths to get all the details right including the place being super clean, plenty of towels, blankets, pillows, tons of dishes, glasses, mugs. The kitchen has all of the basics covered including utensils, spices, condiments and even coffee & tea. There is a book full of details about the area and restaurant recommendations. The Hosts have thought of everything! Its the perfect place to stay in the Kennebunkport area.

  • Susan E.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Loved this cottage. Very clean. Comfortable with everything you might need. Close to beaches and bike trail. Our weather was warm and sunny.Great get away.

  • Jessica M.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 31, 2025

    This was the perfect spot to stay with my family. The cottage is so cute and very spacious. We had 4 adults and there was plenty of space for everyone. The bedrooms were inviting comfortable. The bathroom had plenty of space and towels. There's even an outdoor grill Patty and Eric are right onsite and were amazing host. We'll definitely be back it was the perfect home away from home!

  • dave.ferraro

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    When you check into a VRBO, you always wonder if the pictures and description are accurate. My wife and I were so impressed with this property and locale, that we stayed THREE weeks. This very quiet setting included turkey and all kinds of birdlife. Several nights we slept with the windows open - never a sound except the birds. Everything about our stay was fabulous - we had read some concerns from a prior guest about ants and spiders. I think they were dreaming - we saw nothing of the sorts over three weeks. What we did experience was a very comfortable king size bed, nice sheets, plenty of clean blankets, super WIFI, every kitchen utensil you can ever need, many paper goods, very nice gas grill, clean, clean and more clean. I had some business to conduct and found the small desk setup perfect. Streaming TV enabled us to follow the few shows we enjoy. Outdoor seating on many evenings was welcome. Beach chairs meant we didn't need to buy and the 10-minute drive to Gooch's Beach was easy. Washer and dryer were convenient. Patty and Eric were always available to answer questions on the area - prior to arriving, her communications were awesome. In addition, there is so much to do in the area. I'm reluctant to tell others this great secret as I don't want my future stays to be tough to get. But I've already booked for 2026 and will be staying at least three weeks again. AWESOME EXPERIENCE!

  • Rachel B.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    The house has all the amenities you could want - lots of linens, supplies, laundry, kid toys/games/books, even shampoo, conditioner, soap, etc. The kitchen is fully stocked, and the living room is cute with lots of spots to lounge. It’s a short drive to goose rocks beach or into kennebunkport which we liked. The hosts were communicative and offered an early checkin and late checkout unprompted! They provided snacks and local guides and starter water. There’s a big beautiful front yard. We visited in July and it was quite hot. There are window ACs in the bedrooms and living room but it’s quite loud and not super effective in the main living area. There were also a number of bugs (ants, spiders). The house is attached to the owners’ main home. It’s on well water so you’ll need to bring your own drinking water. I think if you’re a slightly more rustic person this is a great stay!

  • Kristy B.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Polly’s Place. The cottage is clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything you would need. The extras really made our stay more enjoyable and relaxing. We will be back next year!

  • Eva S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Exceptionally clean, and a very cute place. It is an “older” home but very well maintained. Had any kitchen item, utensil, tool you could hope for. Comfy sheets and linens, plenty of towels. We enjoyed all the extra details and amenities. Great location close to Kennebunkport as well as major highways 95 and 1. The hosts greeted us and were very nice and accommodating. We hope to return if we are ever in the area again!

  • John W.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2025

    Stayed May 17, 2025

    The cottage is located on a quiet side road, with a large lawn surrounded by huge trees full of many types of birds. A peaceful place for a morning coffee, listening to their songs. It is a short drive to the beaches, shops and numerous restaurants in Kennebunk/Kennebunkport. We rarely ate twice at the same place; all were of very good quality. The house was impeccably clean, with comfortable furniture and all required accessories. Touches such as flashlights in every room and motion detecting night lights spoke to an attention to detail.Patti and Eric were excellent hosts. They responded promptly to all communications and were welcoming without being intrusive. The check in instructions and guest info were clear and accurate. There were many helpful suggestions for restaurants/shops and places of interest, as well as many books and magazines about the area. We really enjoyed the stay, which went all too quickly. Thoroughly recommended, and would not hesitate to rebook.

  • Cari H.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 8, 2025

    My husband and I loved staying here. The decor was all Maine inspired. I could have stayed here and did nothing and still had fun!

  • Dawn K.

    Submitted Dec 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    I cannot remember a time when I felt more welcome. Everything we needed for our stay at Polly's Place was easily within reach from the moment we walked through the door. The homeowners thought of everything, including the tiniest details, to make our family's stay over Thanksgiving comfortable and happy. The kitchen and bathroom are fully stocked, the bedrooms are comfortable, and the other areas (living room, dining room, and sun porch/family room) were great spots for our family to spread out and enjoy our stay. The homeowners are kind and responsive, the location is lovely and quiet, the home is spacious, and the decor is beautiful. Polly's Place is a treasure, exceeds five stars, and is deserving of a rating of Exceptional. I would absolutely book the location for our next trip to Maine.

  • Evan S.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2024

    Stayed Oct 21, 2024

    A wonderful place to stay! The owners are very friendly, accommodating and happy to suggest places to go and places to eat. Great location for visiting Kennebunkport and Portland! Good location for a beautiful drive to drive to Camden as well for beautiful nature trails and historic sites. You won't regret staying here!

  • Charity M.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 6, 2024

    The cabin, the hosts, the locations, were all absolutely perfect. I highly recommend!

  • Jill L.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    We spent the weekend at Polly’s Cottage while attending family weekend at University of New England. Polly’s Cottage was perfect! Patty & Eric have thought of everything to make your stay so comfortable. And the location was great! Close to everything but it feels like you’re in the countryside. We will absolutely stay again.

  • Laura R.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

    My husband and I have stayed in many vacation rentals and this one was one of the best. You can't beat the location, private, quiet and close to town. The hosts have thought of everything you could need. From motion sensing lights, flashlights next to the bed, fully equipped kitchen, snack tray, I could go on and on. This was the cleanest house we have ever rented! The next time we are in the area, we will definitely stay here again. Thanks Patty and Eric!

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