The Auburn Colony is for the vacationer who wants to tap into the history and traditions of colon...

Harpswell, Maine
$634 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

This turn of the century quintessential Maine cottage has had some renovations, while maintaining it’s period of architecture and classic furniture. There are six bedrooms, 2 on the main floor, one with a full size bed, one with 2 twin beds, which also presents an attached half bath. 4 bedrooms on the second floor, 3, each with queen beds, one with an attached half bath, the other second floor bedroom (the Master) offers a king size bed, also with an attached half bath. Two full bathsin the cottage, one on the main floor, one on the second floor.

The kitchen is nicely stocked with all you need to create your own meals, with a small table. The sun porch is where most love to share their meals, at the big table ! The living room is roomy, with enough seats for the whole family to relax, and also has a small round table with 4 chairs. This lovely, vintage cottage is part of the Auburn Colony, which is a Turn of the Century Colony that families from Maine owned and used as their summer residences. Founded in 1876, this cherished community of 10 cottages holds its place in the National Register of Historic Homes. Twenty Acres of fields & woods, endless meadows overflowing with wildflowers with the spotlight on the Maine Lupine ! Grande, shingled cottages sit on the hill capturing the sunrises & sunsets of breezy, sunny summer days. Row boats and kayaks speckle the shores. Included on the property, you can choose to lounge in the pool while soaking in the Maine Summer, engage in the activities at the Dining Hall, relax at the rec hall, and simply enjoy each sunset which will amaze you each evening ! Sights and smells of years gone by come to life in this captivating Colony ! 

The Auburn Colony is for the vacationer who wants to tap into the history and traditions of colony life. The property boasts wonderful water views, shared facilities, including a beautiful outdoor pool, recreation hall, play area for children, beach access for kayaking, and a clay tennis court. The Auburn Colony also shares The Grand Dining Hall on the with cottage owners, guests, and renters, which in the past has served dinner, where a dress code was still maintained. Sadly, things changed in 2020, and it has not been functioning in the same manner. It is now coming back to life with celebrated events, uniquely themed dinners, cocktail parties, lobster/clam bakes, etc. Maybe one day, the Dining Hall will run as it used to, as it's an impressive building offering its' own history lesson to all who enter ! In order to stay at any cottages in the Auburn Colony, during the summer months, renters are required to pay an additional resort fee, of $150 for use of the In-Ground Pool, Tennis Court, and Rec Hall. The history of the Colony adds so much to our Harpswell community and heritage ! This particular cottage is simply beautiful, and has been well maintained all of these years. Seascape accommodates up to a group of 10. Close to Stover's Preserve Beach, Pott's Point , The Dolphin, Erica's Seafood, hiking trails, art galleries, and even some small shops ! Bailey Island, Orr's Island and Cundy's Harbor are all also part of Harpswell, that you must delve into! Timeless memories of long summer days on the salty Coast of Maine, await you here-- what an Excellent rental opportunity !  Please note, cancellations will be refunded per policy, less any processing fees.
Proudly managed by Maine Coastal Connections, Harpswell, Maine.

Rental Property includes but is not limited to:
1 king bed, 3 queens, 1 full , 2 singles
range/oven/microwave
washer/dryer/refrigerator/freezer
stocked kitchen, including toaster, coffee maker, dishes, utensils
propane grill
flat screen TV, cable, internet
ceiling fans, outdoor chairs
Towels, Linens, Blankets and Pillows are included  

 

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

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

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2400 Sq Ft (223 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Hungarian Italian
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Rebecca M.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay! There was plenty of room for everyone.

  • Sarah G.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2017

    Stayed Jul 1, 2017

    Our family loves to come to this cottage, located in the Auburn Colony, in Harpswell. The accommodations of the cottage, the pool and the Dining Hall are all wonderful. We are lucky to vacation here yearly !

  • Sarah G.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2017

    Stayed Oct 8, 2016

    This cottage is quite perfectly done ! We love it here, and are lucky enough to stay here almost every year. Love the history in the Auburn Colony, and that the Dining Hall is still running. It's handy to have a dinner prepared for your family, just a few steps away ! The cottage is comfortable, and great for a small or large group, we have had both ! With all of the bathrooms, you never have to wait for one !!! Harpswell is a true gem !

  • Armand H.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2013

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We enjoyed an awesome week! The weather was perfect, the location is ideal, the pool was used extensively, and the cottage accommodated the 10 in our group very well. The food in the dining room was exceptional! It was the best baked stuffed lobster we had ever had! We took advantage of the tennis court, enjoyed playing croquet on the lawn, and loved being able to walk and bike to Potts Point and the Dolphin Marina. We look forward to returning next year!

  • Submitted May 2, 2013

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Had occasion to visit with friends last season, and applaud your commitment to having The Auburn Colony continue to exist- it's an idyllic setting!! Sunset, sunrise, all the time!! Was convenient to everyplace on my list: Maine State Theatre, Bowdoin, museums, LLBean, and more!! thanks!!

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