The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat

Saco, Maine
$683 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat just five minutes south along the shore from famous Old Orchard Beach and downtown attractions. It is situated near the quiet fishing village of Camp Ellis on Ferry Beach. The cottage is a spacious beachfront house with six bedrooms, three baths, and a two-sided wrap-around covered veranda and enclosed sun parlor providing an uninterrupted view of the entire Saco Bay and its several small islands.
Situated at the southern end of Saco Bay’s seven-mile beach, the cottage is unparalleled in its possibilities for fun and relaxation in a casual cottage atmosphere – spring, summer, or fall. Opportunities exist not just for summer swimming, sunbathing and terrific fishing, but also for Old Orchard Beach’s nearby beachfront amusement and family fun attractions. Beautiful oceanfront Ferry Beach State Park with its complex of nature, bicycle, and hiking trails is within brief walking distance just down the beach, and two nearby golf courses boast some of the best golfing in Maine.


At the Boathouse Cottage every effort has been made to provide convenience and comfort in a charming atmosphere for a relaxing and enjoyable seaside family vacation experience.

At the Boathouse Cottage, the six spacious bedrooms are newly decorated to provide a charming, casual, nautical cottage atmosphere for vacation living. The large living room, suitable for the whole household, has a color cable T.V., DVD and free WiFi. The wrap-around sun parlor is complete with a game table, assorted popular board and table games, a cozy daybed, overstuffed chairs and a panoramic oceanfront view. A separate dining room provides seating for the whole household. The fully equipped kitchen contains coordinated china service for twenty, all pots, pans and cooking utensils. It has a four burner gas stove with a large oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker with filters, hand mixer and dishwasher. Laundry facilities, located on the first floor, consist of a jumbo washer and dryer. There are three complete bathrooms with footed tub, shower, and tub and shower.

The oceanfront picnic area adjacent to the veranda includes picnic tables, a gas grill, wood fire pit and all necessary BBQ grilling utensils. The charming oceanfront veranda has relaxing, cushioned wicker patio furniture. You’ll enjoy a refreshing, sunny outdoor rinse or shower and shampoo when returning from swimming, fishing or sunbathing on the beach in the outdoor shower.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • 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
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Toilet Paper
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Nearby Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near The Bay
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Sarah S.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Great place to gather with friends.

  • Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    We did visit Old Orchard Beach. It would be helpful to know the restaurants in the area as the nearest grocery store is a bit out of town.

  • Chris S.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    This is a great property for a family gathering. Everything we needed was in the house and a nice grill and fire pit outside. Listening to the waves crashing into the rocks at night was serene. We had a great stay.

  • Louise F.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    This was our fourth year staying at the Boathouse for a long weekend in September. We had a great time with family and friends, playing cards, board games and laughing. We were 5 couples and just absolutely love our time here.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    As always, the location is perfect for family gatherings. The owner is quick to respond to our needs. The place is perfect for a true Maine experience.

  • John & Barbara M.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Great place for a family vacation. This was our second year here and we enjoyed every minute - the cottage, the beach, early morning walks, live music at Huots, as well as trips to local golf courses, walking at the Heath, shopping in Kennebunkport and a lighthouse cruise and lunch in Portland

  • Teresa M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Lovely and comfortable home in great location!

  • Dorothy S.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    This house was the perfect size for our extended family. Plenty of bedrooms, plenty of bathrooms, and a nice outdoor space. The view was terrific and with just a short walk, you're on the beach. The neighborhood is nice. There is a general store within walking distance and a lobsterman lives on the next street over. He'll sell you lobsters and even steam your lobsters for you if you wish. Maine at its best!

  • Alycia G.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Spacious and plenty of room for our large multi-generational family vacation. There are 2 bedrooms (1 with bunks and the other with a queen) downstairs for people who don’t want to climb stairs. 4 good sized bedrooms upstairs. The porch was a great hangout spot, and the kids loved playing in the yard. The beach is an easy and short walk down the path from the house. Also within walking distance is a seafood restaurant with a nice outdoor area for live music and an ice cream truck. Overall a great stay for my family!

  • Justin L.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Great location, very nice area.

  • Heather M.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 11, 2025

    This is a great house with plenty of space. Perfect location with beautiful views.

  • colleen v.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    We were so pleased with how clean everything was, so very family friendly and so comfortable. Everything was great!

  • Laurie F.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    What an incredible property! The views are amazing; what beautiful sunrises! Everything is immaculate. Plenty of room for our extended family of 8 to celebrate our parents' 65th wedding anniversary. My favorite party of the house is the sunporch, which we were able to enjoy even in the cooler weather. Paul is very responsive & quickly answered all of my questions. We would love to be able to stay here again!

  • Abigail M.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Wonderful spot to gather with family not far from the beach

  • Samantha L.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed with a group of 9 and had a great time. House was fully equipped with everything we needed and had plenty of space for sleeping eating and hanging out

  • Sandy M.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    The view is to die for!! We didn't use may of the amenities, so i can't comment on them. I don't think there were enough coffee mugs or forks for more than 8. It was cold, so more blankets for the cooler weather. But i10/10 recommend!

  • Tom D.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Great house for amazing views and beach access. We were 8 adults and house worked well. Needs some updating - appliances, bathrooms, no upsatirs shower

  • Dee T.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    The listing doesn't give this house justice! It is so beautiful & big. The house & location is perfect! The beach is a short walk away & so nice. A great house for a group

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