Historic Schoolhouse Near Goose Rocks Beach, Pet Friendly, Riverside

Kennebunkport, Maine
$270 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

The Hutchin's Schoolhouse sits on a hill overlooking the Batson River and is located on Beachwood Avenue and only is 1 mile from the fishing village of Cape Porpoise and lovely Goose Rocks Beach. A 3 mile drive or bike ride will bring you to Kennebunport's historic 'Dock Square' with it's many galleries, shops and restaurants.

This home began as a 2 room schoolhouse in 1909. The original building stands unchanged today .There are 12 foot ceilings throughout , hardwood floors, built-in book cupboards and tall windows to encourage summer sea breezes. The front entry was once the 'cloakroom' and greets you with pastel- colored stained glass sidelights.

Since the school's closing in 1949, a bathroom , kitchen, and 2 porches have been added, one covered with a swing and the second overlooks the Batson river and
has a queen-size futon.

One original schoolroom is now the 14X30 foot' living room' and dining room. It has a bank of 4 tall windows that look out upon the Batson River and ancient Oak trees. The other has been divided into 2 14'x14'bedrooms. Each has a walk-in closet. One has a king-size bed, an armoire and desk . Both bedrooms have 3 large windows and cooling sea breeze cross-ventilation. The second bedroom has 2 twin beds, a dresser and a built-in book cupboard.

The kitchen is 'galley ' style (i.e. small and efficient) and has the basics--a full-size stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, open shelving and lower cabinets. An antique armoire serves as a pantry . The kitchen's best features are the bay window over the sink and the 'butler's window' that allows one to view the river while at the stove .

The bathroom is roomy and has a claw-foot tub with a shower and a bay window. The stoneware sink has a swimming Mermaid design, and was handmade by Wendy.

There are 2 porches. One is enclosed and has a double-sized futon and faces the river. It has windows all-around. The 2nd porch is on the garden side and is open-air and covered. Also has a nice swing--perfect for watching a summer shower or the many visiting birds and butterflies.
A kayak is available for paddling down the river or for transporting to a nearby pond or to Goose Rocks.

The small studio across the way is the owner's space, her pottery studio. Though mostly retired at this point, you may see Wendy doing projects. If the door is open, you are welcome to visit her!

Pets are welcome!













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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Cabinet Locks Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Sharon B.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    This cottage is so cute and welcoming! Wendy was wonderful.LOL, I relaxed so much the stress wrinkles around my mouth from work disappeared. I hope to come back!

  • Judy W.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    The property is centrally located to beaches, Dock Square and all interests around Kennebunkport. The house is totally unique and charming…could not find any other as interesting or cozy. Staying in a 1909 school house is a great experience, especially with photos of prior classes that attended which Wendy has displayed. I have already booked my stay for 2026!

  • Sabina H.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Charming whimsical school house home in a nice neighbor hood and near the town of Kennebunkport. Our family enjoyed our time here and the side porch with swing to gather and keep dry from the rain. My son and his girlfriend used the kayaks provided at the house to the brook and enjoyed their adventure.

  • Claire R.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Perfect vacation. This little house is just big enough for the three of us and the dog although you could easily fit another couple of people. Easy access to the beach - we went every day of our stay. House is well appointed with good Wi-Fi and a full kitchen. The host is a potter and some of her pieces are in the house - so lovely! There’s a porch swing for reading or mediating or just looking at the beautiful garden. The vibes at this place are immaculate.

  • Shannon C.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    This is our third summer staying at the schoolhouse and there’s a reason we keep coming back! The space is everything we could need or want for our family of three, and while we did not have our pup with us this time, it always worked out well when we did! The house is perfectly located to all of the spots we like to visit: Goose Rocks Beach, Dock Square, and Cape Porpoise. The schoolhouse has high ceilings, so it feels spacious yet cozy. The air conditioning works well when needed/wanted. Overall, another great stay in the books!

  • Ashley G.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    The Schoolhouse was a great find for our family, given we didn’t need beach access for the week. Wendy was kind and very helpful with the check-in process. The Schoolhouse is quaint and has all the charm. That to be said, I wish it was slightly cleaner upon arrival and did get several ant traps for carpenter ants throughout the house. A quick run of the vacuum and ant traps seemed to take care of the problem. Would rent here again.

  • Kyle W.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Our second time staying at the Schoolhouse and we plan to be back. Fantastic location and good space for a family of 4. Everything we need to enjoy the Kennebunkport area.

  • Judy W.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Wonderful location in a very unique cottage. The site is centrally located to all interesting activities but still secluded in a country setting. The cottage has all the charm of its actual beginnings…a 1909 schoolhouse. The owner even has on display pictures of school classes on the front steps! All modern facilities are provided. I have already booked next year.

  • Shannon C.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    This is our second summer staying at the Schoolhouse. It’s a very comfortable home for our family of three plus our 13 year old Goldendoodle. The house is in a great location and offers a variety of spaces to unwind after a long day at the beach or in town!

  • Ann M.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    This is our third stay at the historic schoolhouse. The house, which is equipped with everything needed for a vacation, is clean, light, and filled with antiques, pottery, and whimsical decorations. The porches provide views of the flowers, birds, and fireflies at dusk. The location is a short drive to Goose Rocks Beach and the restaurants and shops in Dock Square. The owner, Wendy, is very warm and accommodating. I highly recommend staying at this historic schoolhouse in a very special part of Maine. We feel very fortunate to have been able to experience the charm and history of the home and look forward to future stays.

  • Jean Pierre D.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    A1

  • Joan C.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2024

    Stayed Jun 8, 2024

    Owner is an artist & potter. Many personal touches. Always interesting things to see.

  • John K.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    The Schoolhouse property was such a cool and unique place to stay. It feels very country but is close to everything, so the best of both worlds. The house was clean, felt very comfortable, and had all needed amenities. Wendy has put together a special place.

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$270+
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