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Comfortable cottage style home. Family friendly. Sleeps six.

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patio back yard
Willard beach!
Scratch bakery just down the street. Locals and visitors love to gather here.
kitchen entrance
Dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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South Portland, ME
  • State Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Thompson's Point
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Comfortable cottage style home. Family friendly. Sleeps six.

Comfortable family friendly home that will sleep 6 with Infant pak and play & crib. All three bedrooms with baths, a quarter common bath on the first floor. Two comfortable living areas. Flat screen TV's with Roku in both sitting areas and bedrooms. Full kitchen with up to date appliances. Family board games, children's books, doll house for the little ones to enjoy! Lovely, partially shared back yard with large private patio & canopied area, lots of seating, firepit and gas grill. This is a very family friendly neighborhood with lots of local perks. Local ice cream and bakery. We are walking distance to the beach. We are minutes away from nightlife, family friendly attractions, shopping, restaurants, local breweries and beautiful beaches and state parks. Pets considered. Come explore our beautiful piece of the earth!

Property manager

Diana Anderson

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pak and play - full size crib - highchair
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved house trained
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Portland

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Willard Beach, a neighbourhood in South Portland. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bayside Bowl, or check out an event or a game at Cross Insurance Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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South Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Portland Museum of Art - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • State Theatre - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Thompson's Point - 10 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Luke's Lobster Portland Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red's Dairy Freeze - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable cottage style home. Family friendly. Sleeps six. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable cottage style home. Family friendly. Sleeps six. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable cottage style home. Family friendly. Sleeps six. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable cottage style home. Family friendly. Sleeps six. located?

Located in Willard Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay, Willard Beach and Southern Maine Community College. Fort Preble and Portland Harbor Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 62 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Excellent large property that was very well suited for a family. Each room had its own bathroom which was fantastic. We ate some meals in and the kitchen was very well appointed and easy to use. Local area is fantastic, highly recommend Willard Scoops for ice cream. Scratch bakery is an absolute must for the bagels. We were visiting family in Portland and had rented a car, there was a spot for parking. Portland is within easy reach. All communication with Diana was prompt, we didn't communicate much as there were no problems! Excellent property, highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

Lovely house close to the sea and Portland

A very well kept and equipped family home. Very well placed for the beach in South Portland in a quiet residential neighbourhood but only a short drive to Portland town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house close to Willard Beach

We came to Portland to celebrate Thanksgiving with our family. The home is nicely decorated and comfortable. There is an adorable doll house upstairs which our youngest spent hours playing with. The beach is a short five minute walk away. We really enjoyed our time and were quite comfortable during our stay. We appreciate Diana hosting us and all the special touches to enhance our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bill E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location, exceptionally clean, and well equipped.

The overall backyard was beautiful and mostly fenced. We might suggest that a smaller portion of the backyard behind the house might be fenced just to keep our dogs from getting out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

It was a wonderful home, has everything you need. Quality towels, sheets, and furnishings. Diana was very responsive and accommodating. Do need to inform her if you are bringing a pet. My dog loved the beach during dog hours. A very short walk to the beach. A trip to Scratch Baking is a must, preordered 2 cakes which were delicious. Thanks for a fantastic stay Diana!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July in Maine

Fantastic location, lovely outdoor space. House is functional.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seadogs

Everything about the house was perfect! Very very clean and plenty of room - Beautiful yard as well. The location was close to everything- I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic home

Everything you need and could want. The home was welcoming and warm with so many special touches. Our stay was extra special since there wasn’t a thing we lacked. Plenty of space - indoors and out, great location (1/2 mile walk to the beach and a lighthouse!), so close to Portland proper, as well as close to the Portland headlight. It was a perfect getaway. Looking forward to another stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Clean

This is probably our 6th dog friendly rental so far and by far the cleanest. The layout was perfect for us. There's a main floor bedroom in the back with access to the backyard and ensuite bathroom perfect for the older couple with a dog. The area can be closed off with a pocket door. Upstairs are two bedrooms and two bathrooms with washer and dryer. There's nice play area and lots of toys, very comfortable for a family of four with two small children. The layout gave both families extra space so we didnt feel cramped. Location is close to the beach. Kitchen is well appointed and the dishwasher worked well. We really enjoyed our stay over Christmas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forrest K., LaCrosse, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine stay

The house was incredibly clean. The check in was very easy and the host was very responsive. We heartily recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, great location

Very clean, cozy property. Location is very close to beach and other Maine points of interest like Spring point lighthouse and local bakeries. Know that the house is older and quirky, which is fine for young, nimble people but may be an issue for those who are mobility impaired (steps going down into one of the upstairs bedrooms and up into attached bath.) my mom, with a walker did fine with the first floor bedroom and bath which were level. Overall, very nice and we would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Little Getaway

We loved our stay in South Portland! We wanted to get away for a few days and the house was perfect for just that! It was so cozy and had everything we could need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and accommodations.

Easy and quick to get into Portland and nice rental property, all as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

There was nothing we needed in the house that wasn't provided and there was plenty of room for me and 2 friends. Good location to access downtown Portland, and Willard Beach was an easy walk a couple of blocks away.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dorothy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Ok

Not all rooms have AC. VERY WARM.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen P. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Very nice Clean Well supplied
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Colin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Magical Maine. This vacation home was in the perfect location to discover Maine. There were five of us staying at this property and there was plenty of room and privacy for all of us. All the bedrooms and bathrooms were very comfortable and clean. The outdoor table in the garden made for a memorable place to eat a meal in the evening. The house is located a couple of blocks from Willard beach. I would strongly recommend watching the sunrise from this beach. It was a little cold at that time of the morning but the sunrise was unbelievable. Plenty to do and see in this part of the world. We will definitely be coming back. Our host Diana was very quick to reply to questions I had and also made some great recommendations for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary D., Newton, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a family

We had to leave our winter vacation a little early, but we would love to return to this home in the summer months! We found the house extremely comfortable and functional as a family with a young child and a baby, and there even would have been space for a set of grandparents to join us. While not explicitly baby-proofed, the space was definitely safe for our three-year-old to explore, although if you have a *very* hands-on little one you might need to move a few small decorative items out of the way. Everything was clean and well cared for, and all the kitchen appliances worked great. The thermostat seemed underpowered or slow at first, but by the end of our stay everything was fine, so maybe it had just been off right before we arrived. We really appreciated the collection of children's books and toys, as well as the little high chair that were left for us to use. The flexibility of a crib as well as a pack-n-play onsite was great, too. Another nice feature was the number of bathrooms, which gave everyone a lot of privacy and allowed flexibility while managing baths and bedtimes for the kids. It seems like the owners have put a lot of thought into everything! The only thing that would have been nice would be to have would be some darker/heavier curtains in the bedrooms to keep out light in the morning, but I know that isn't everyone's taste. If you have super-light-sensitive little ones, you might want to bring something to help black out the windows for naptimes. Even with that very minor thing, we were really happy with the house and wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would Definitely Stay Here Again

Diana was a great host and my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage has all the amenities of home and is well cared for. The close proximity to the beach was awesome as was breakfast at the local bakery. We would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Portland Cottage

Clean, comfortable and very convenient to Portland. Kitchen was extremely well equipped. Backyard was lovely with a fire pit, gorgeous gas grill and lovely covered seating area. Sandy beach is a 5-minute walk. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation/Reunion

Comfortable house with 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great area.

Everything is so conveniently close. House was perfect for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luanne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable place, convenient location

There was plenty of room and we enjoyed our stay. The backyard and garden were amazing. My only complaint was a bad odor that seemed like leftover baby smells. It seemed clean though so I’m not sure why.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Car F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and homey in South Portland

We really enjoyed our stay close to family and Willard Beach. The home had a well-equipped kitchen with lots of room to play indoors in winter weather (what we had) and lots of outdoor space for warmer weather. It was great also to have a clear instruction manual, lots of bathrooms and books/toys for little ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great three day stay

It is a wonderful house with great New England character. The beds were comfy and there is plenty of room to spread out. The three full bathrooms were a huge plus when it came time for my group to get ready for the wedding we were attending. It was nice to be able to park all three cars off of the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Diana Anderson

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Our home has belonged to my husbands family for over 100 years. We take pride in the longevity of his families history here. We offer a very comfortable home to relax and explore this beautiful piece of our earth with you. Come explore!

Why they chose this property

Quiet family friendly neighborhood that encourages walks at night to the local ice cream shop or early morning walks to the local bakery. Or a beautiful stroll on the beach enjoying a gorgeous sunset or sunrise. Truly a wonderful place to recharge and renew.

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