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The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of the ocean.
A two-story house with a large bay window, a wooden gable, and a front porch with steps.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a blue sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, dresser, and ceiling fan.
A sunlit room with large windows overlooking a beach, featuring wicker furniture and a table with a flower vase.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Saco, ME
  • Place, Camp Ellis Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Parasail
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ferry Beach State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat

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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Ferry Beach State Park. Features include laundry facilities and an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 3 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by foot from Saco River and a 5-minute drive from Old Orchard Beach
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

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The Boathouse Cottage is a Beachfront Family Retreat Saco

The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail M.

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

Great family stay

Wonderful spot to gather with family not far from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Beachfront Paradise

Great location, very nice area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John & Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great space and location

This is a great house with plenty of space. Perfect location with beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Family vacation

Enjoyed our time in Saco. A nice location for enjoying the beach and exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Retirement!

Lovely and comfortable home in great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen v.

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

Best family rental ever!

We were so pleased with how clean everything was, so very family friendly and so comfortable. Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

perfect family get away

The property was perfect for a large family get away, roomy and with every convenience. It had rustic charm, the view and beach access was incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

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

Great Stay

Everything was great, 8 of us ran the Maine Coast Half & Marathon and had a nice comfortable stay at this beautiful home. Would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Wonderful week in Saco

Wonderful stay at the Boathouse Cottage !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julien R.

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

Amazing week at the beach

Perfect house to enjoy a family trip at the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

Amazing beach house!

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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

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

Relaxing stay

We had three generations stating in the house. It had everything and more to make our stay comfortable. We enjoyed the fire pit each night, as well as the quick walk to the beach. It was such a relaxing trip for my family and I. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Perfect place for a beautiful view of the northeast

The house was a perfect stay for the weekend of my mom's birthday. It is very close to a few great lobster places and very spacious with lots of sitting areas inside and out. My friend spent the majority of the trip on the benches in the backyard overlooking the bay. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Great Vacation

We had a wonderful vacation with cousins, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. The house is in a great location close to the beach, There is a restaurant and store that are walkable, There are plenty of beds and we had 14 people over the weekend, The house was clean and Paul, the owner,was friendly and helpful.Fabulous spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great

Really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacques M.

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

Happiness

Charming house in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee T.

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

Amazing house!

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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Workers get away

Perfect location. The house is clean and well stocked. The outdoor space is spectacular. Beautiful home with plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great beach house

We really enjoyed our stay at the Boathouse Cottage. Paul was easy to work with through the check-in and check-out process. The house is located in a good spot, with easy beach access, as well as short drives to a number of nice day trips. The kitchen was well-stocked, making BBQ'ing and cooking feel like we were at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

A Lovely Beach House!

The house was clean and well stocked with all we needed for our vacation. The host was quick to respond to questions. The house for 10 with plenty of room for more. The location was incredible and great for beach days and exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023