Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!

Interior
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

About this house rental

Nestled in Southport, this charming house for $250 per night is a great option for your next break. On the water with deepwater dock for your boat - this location cannot be beat. This cottage is located on Southport Island, a short five-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Boothbay Harbor. It is perched on the edge of Townsend Gut with water views from every room. You could easily spend the entire day watching the swing bridge open and close for the boats traveling past. Robinson’s Wharf (the island’s most popular restaurant) is a short walk away. The cottage underwent a full renovation in early 2018 and is ready for visitors! The cottage has an open floor plan with the kitchen opening into the living room. The large bedroom has 1 queen bed and an attached bathroom. This quaint cottage has all you need for a quiet vacation on the water. The property is stunning with new professional landscaping and ample space for lawn games or lounging under the large trees while watching the tides rise and fall. There is a dock right on property for those who wish to bring their boat. On those busy summer days you'll hear the noise of the cars crossing the swing bridge. Southport Island is only a 5 minute drive from downtown Boothbay Harbor – just over the Townsend Gut Swing Bridge. Southport Island is close enough to Boothbay but also has its own restaurants and sites to see. Robinson’s Wharf, Cozy's Dockside and Newagen Inn are highly recommended restaurants on the island. Hendricks Head Beach is located on the west side of the island. Sailing, boating and kayaking are spectacular activities in and around the island. If you want to venture off the island, the Boothbay Harbor Region has extensive nature trails, lake swimming (Knicker Bocker Lake), golfing, an aquarium and one of the best Botanical Gardens in the country. **you can also rent the 4 bedroom house on the property if you need more space. VRBO listing # 1379766. Contact Kim for more info** *** SUMMER of '24: The state of Maine is renovating the Historic Southport Swing Bridge that is viewed from the cottage. We have been in close contact with the contractors as we know this will impact our renters. They will be using hand power tools and there will be equipment noise during work hours. The bridge will be available for the usual summer boat traffic, meaning it will swing as needed to allow for boats to pass. The bridge will be down to one lane of car traffic. The construction is due to be complete in May of '25.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Southport, ME

Reviews

4.8/5.0
Outstanding(78 Reviews)
5.0
Oct 2023
Perfect place for us! The location is a bit quirky being directly under a noisy swingbridge but we found it fun to watch and listen to and it didn’t bother us at all. The cottage is beautiful-and spotlessly clean-with great views from every room-and the grounds surrounding it are outstanding. It was a cozy environment with everything you need for a nice stay. Loved it.
5.0
Oct 2023
This little cottage is perfect for a couple looking to get away, and has the room for additional people on the pull down couch. You can’t beat the water view as you’re quite literally on the water. Complete with outdoor seating and a boat dock, it’s such a nice getaway.
4.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2023
Cottage was adorable, location convenient to Boothbay Harbor and other local spots, especially Robinson's Restaurant. Clean and well furnished. Noise from bridge a bit annoying but never kept us awake - hopefully will be resolved when the bridge is worked on this year! Thank you!
5.0
Sep 2023
Well-located, impeccably clean, thoughtfully furnished and decorated, this property was perfect for us. Only possible downside is the bridge noise which has been mentioned. If such things bother you, this is not for you. Otherwise, a gem,
5.0
Sep 2023
This cottage is very clean, bright and cheery. It was wonderful watching the swing bridge open and seeing all the boats going by. We would definitely stay here again!!!
5.0
Sep 2023
We had read reviews of the swing bridge noise, but we didn't find it annoying at all. In fact, there is an Osprey nest on top of the bridge that we enjoyed watching as the young birds were learning to fly and leave the nest. Easy access to Southport and Boothbay. Be careful exiting the driveway as the swing bridge operators park to the right of the exit. Very relaxing as we sat in the chairs outside watching the boats enter and exit the bay. Walking distance to Robinson's Wharf. Perfect size for a couple or a couple and young child.
5.0
Aug 2023
This is a lovely little place very close to a great place for lunch and fantastic lobster rolls. Good parking and lovely lawn, with a picnic table and chairs for watching the boats go by. It is next to a draw bridge and the cars make some noise during the day/evening going over the bridge but it is relatively quiet later at night. The host is very responsive to any questions or concerns: I needed an iron to press clothes for a wedding and couldn’t find it. I contacted Kim and she responded right away. She hadn’t realized the iron was missing and a newly purchased iron was delivered to the cottage that day. Thank you Kim!
5.0
Aug 2023
Clean and inviting cozy cottage, great views of the osprey nesting on top of the bridge, and gorgeous sunrises. The only issue was the directions for the TV….stated use HDMI 3. This did not exist. It needs to state use HDMI 1. The bridge noise did not bother us at all. We would stay here again.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Southport?

The average price for a rental in Southport is $323 per night. This rental is $73 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and tv.

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