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Waterfront Cottage in South Bristol w/ private dock and lobster boat views

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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South Bristol, ME
  • Place, Pemaquid Craft Co-op
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪65 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.

Waterfront Cottage in South Bristol w/ private dock and lobster boat views

This is a charming, light filled historic cottage on the "Gut" in South Bristol. Minutes from the summer community of Christmas Cove.

The Sumner McFarland House is three stories and boasts porches on two floors. The large eat-in galley kitchen has multiple picture window views of the harbor. There are 3 bedrooms on the second floor and a larger bedroom on the third floor. There are bathrooms on each floor. There is a private driveway and parking next to the house. The true front of the house faces the water, and slopes to a large dock with a picnic table, a ramp, and float to tie up your boat, or to launch your kayaks and paddle boards.

Our second floor has four small rooms:
1st bedroom with full size bed and views of the trees
Bathroom with clawfoot tub and shower
2nd bedroom with full size bed and views of the harbor
3rd bedroom with a pair of twin beds and views of the harbor and river
There is also a sun deck to sit and enjoy your morning coffee or your afternoon book and wine.

On the third floor, there is a bedroom suite with a queen-sized bed, kitchenette, half+ bathroom, and a reading nook to sit and view the water.

The living room is bright with picture window views of the water. There is also a second living space for watching TV (or the water if you prefer). The covered porch is the perfect place to escape and relax and enjoy the salty breezes.

Live or cooked lobsters are walking distance away at the Fishermen's Co-op. You can also walk to Osier's for fresh off the boat fish or a quick lunch. Ask for the Fisherman’s catch. During the summer season you may pick up fresh baked goods at Kneaded Provisions.

The public boat launch is next to the Co-op, and you have a choice of Bittersweet Landing Boatyard or Gamage Shipyard for your boating needs.

Kayak and paddle board rentals are available and can be delivered by Mitch at Midcoast Kayak.

Watch the boats, the gulls, the seals, the morning mist rising off the water. Paddle or motor to the neighboring islands and ocean.

Washer and dryer are on the first floor.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Pemaquid Beach Park. Laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Fort Point and 10 mi (16.1 km) from La Verna Preserve
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This South Bristol cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please do not put sharp knives (steak knives, Kitchen knives) in the dishwasher, it dulls the blades.
Please wash the towels and start them to dry before. you leave. You only need to strip the beds that were used. You may choose to wash and dry the sheets but the cleaning person can do the laundry.
You may leave food items that you think others would choose to use (spices, staples, unopened drinks, eggs, etc.). Please throw or take away anything else. Take trash to Transfer station.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Please, no pets.

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 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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Waterfront Cottage in South Bristol w/ Private Dock Porches

Waterfront Cottage in South Bristol w/ private dock and lobster boat views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host and property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great Stay

Our family loves this property and the location. We look forward to visiting every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gretchen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is the perfect, family-friendly year-round rental. It is very comfortable and the location is beautiful. Natalie is extremely communicative, kind and accommodating. The house had everything we needed and more. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitc F.

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

Great place, beautiful and quiet

Great place, very peaceful and beautiful views of the harbor, we will be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it! A must stay and we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views were incredible, watching boats of all shapes and sizes go by. Plenty of room for alone time and full on friends. Shopping very close by. We had a great visit, highly recommend.
One view from the dining room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy T.

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

Beautiful view!

Great place to stay, really enjoyed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

denise v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. Beautiful house and yard. Enjoyed going down to the dock and met your very nice neigbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed our stay at Hummingbird Oceanside Suites and wouldn’t hesitate to return. We especially loved the peaceful, quiet cove — the perfect place to recharge after a day of exploring all that Bowen Island has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful location, house is stunning - wish we had time to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mesmerizing & relaxing view of small harbor.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and kitchen was amazing. Comfortable and quiet. Great views. We spent7 days here and couldn’t have been happier. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Family weekend

We had a great long weekend here. The house itself was beautiful and the location was stunning. We would love to come back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol S.

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

Nice home

We wish there would’ve been more to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

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

Idyllic get-away

Beautiful place to stay on working harbor. Short ride to Boothbay Harbor, Portland, Botanical Gardens and boat trips out of Boothbay….
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurene G.

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

Autumn getaway

Very clean, beautifully appointed property, with a direct view of the harbor. Thank you so much for the use of this peaceful home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Friends falll vacation

We had a great time
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Beautiful house on the cove in South Bristol

What a view! What a wonderful place! We enjoyed our comfortable stay and would recommend this home to anyone who wishes a taste of coastal Maine.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Great stay in South Bristol!

We stayed at the property for two nights for a family getaway after the holidays. The house was in a great location, beautiful views, spotlessly clean, and very well equipped. We loved waking up to the light hitting the water and being able to explore the beautiful peninsula. Great hikes a short drive away. We would gladly stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect house

Wonderful large house for 6 family members, beautiful view of bay, nice and quiet place to base out of to explore the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy E.

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

Family Vacation

Wonderful house in a wonderful location. Beautiful, well-stocked kitchen and great bedrooms. Lovely front porch and nice dock. Would stay here again. South Bristol/The Gut is the perfect place to stay in mud-coast Maine.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Great stay along the water on the coast of Maine

We had the opportunity to stay at Natalie's home for a family wedding and thoroughly enjoyed the property and the town of Bristol. Check in was smooth, the property was exactly as described and the views were spectacular. A small shop down by the bridge for lobster rolls topped it off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve O.

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

Lovely harbor views

This is the second year our group has stayed at Natalie's. It is a lovely and comfortable home right on the water in a fishing harbor. It is very well equipped and clean - as you see in the photos. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

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

Gorgeous home with beautiful harbor views

Our family loved our stay! The home is close to everything and well appointed with a fabulous kitchen and water views from most of rooms. The back porch was our favorite place to hang out and enjoy the stunning views of the harbor. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024