You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Emerson Cottage at Waldo Emerson Inn
Your family will be close to everything. Centrally-located between Kennebunk and Kennebunkport, and near Gooch's Beach! This getaway is the 1st floor of Waldo Emerson Inn's Carriage house. Enjoy the well manicured grounds of the inn. This two bedroom, one bath apartment also has open concept kitchen living room.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Wedding Cake House. You'll find features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchenette.
Air-conditioned apartment with kitchenette, washing machine, and fireplace
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Wedding Cake House and a 2-minute drive from Kennebunk Dog Park
This apartment offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Kennebunk apartment is smoke free.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Ice maker
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number NA
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Emerson Cottage at Waldo Emerson Inn Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Anne P.
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
So glad we found this place to stay!It was so pretty and Amelia and Ron were great hosts!Very close to everything we wanted to see.For the first time going to Maine, we can’t wait to go back!It was absolutely beautiful!
Anne P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jorge G.
17 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful place! Ron and Amelia are amazing hosts, they thought of everything to make our stay enjoyable. Beach gear, bicycles, cookies, s’mores! Great location, very comfortable, loved it. Can’t wait to come back.
Jorge G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barreto
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and cozy property. Its perfect for small family. There's cute little garden behind the building and fire place. They provided S'more kit and my kids love it! We had it at the last night of our staying. It was a great way to end our trip.
Barreto
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten S.
10 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was lovely! Ron and Amelia were very welcoming!!
Kirsten S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer V.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Base Camp
As empty-nesters, we love finding spots to reconnect with our 20-something kids. Emerson Cottage proved to be ideal. We loved exploring the area beaches, towns and dining, but maybe most enjoyed sitting on the property patio playing cards with the kids. Thank you Ron and Amelia for making us feel so welcome in your charming inn. (PS - Highly recommend packing a copy of "Nature and Selected Essays" by Ralph Waldo himself to read during your stay.)
Jennifer V.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marcie K.
24 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay
This was our second time staying at this property. Ron and Amelia go above and beyond with anything you need. The location is excellent with shopping and restaurants only five minutes by car. We will definitely be returning again next year!!
Marcie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
We absolutely love this property. Everything about it was warm and homey . Check-in was the simplest we have ever experienced. The owners live one the property and are so nice and fun to chat with. It is in the perfect spot. You can get absolutely everywhere within reasonable driving distance.
WARNING: Renting this property in this location will make you want to move to Kennebunk.
Brian P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erin R.
10 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay close to everything!
This cottage was clean & comfortable with plenty of towels, pillows, and privacy. When I arrived, I walked over to the main home and introduced myself. The hosts were there with fresh cookies! They were attentive, welcoming, & very kind. I would absolutely go back!
Erin R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Noah B.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual stay in the Kennebunks
I have been going to the Kennebunks since I was a kid in the 80s. I have been going regularly with my kids for the last decade. This was our second stay at the Waldo Emerson Inn. We love the Kennebunks and the inn is a perfect place for me and my kids.
Noah B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The property consists of a lovely historic inn and 2 units in the carriage house. We stayed in a unit. Very clean, well set up and cute. The owners were very responsive, helpful and accommodating.
Amanda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl H.
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cottage
The first floor of the carriage house has been remolded, and is great. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen does not have a stove, but there is a coffee maker and microwave as well as refrigerators. The location is 5 minutes from beach and Kennebunk. Inn owners are friendly and very helpful. Would definitely come back.
Cheryl H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcie K.
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
We absolutely fell in love with this area of Maine and this vacation rental. We stayed in the Carriage House on this property. Amelia was extremely helpful and gave us a tour of the main house along with the history. They even gave us parking passes for the beach, which costs $25.00 per day. We will definitely be returning.