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The Shipbuilder’s Waterside Cottage

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A wooden deck with a table set for two, overlooking a calm lake with a dock and a house in the background.
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with decorative curtains, and a small shelf with decorative items.
A wicker chair with a cushion and a vase of sunflowers on a porch overlooking a lake.
A cozy room with a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Kennebunk, ME
  • Place, Dock Square
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennebunkport Harbor
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kennebunk

With a stay at this cottage in Kennebunk, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Dock Square and Maine Art Gallery Framing. .This cottage is 12.4 mi (20 km) from Ogunquit Beach and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Moody Beach.

What's nearby

  • Dock Square - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Maine Art Gallery Framing - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Lost Fire - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Batson River - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mornings in Paris - ‬16 min walk

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 Shipbuilder’s Waterside Cottage

Make yourself at home in our family’s beloved Kennebunk waterfront property, formerly known as Bufflehead Cove Inn. The home features three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Two bedrooms have gas fireplaces, and two have large soaking tubs. Enjoy a slow morning or relaxing evening on a large porch overlooking the Kennebunk River and downtown Kennebunkport. Built by shipbuilders in the early 1900’s this remarkable cottage is full of character and craftsmanship. The dining room is designed to evoke the inside of an old ship, complete with “phantom lights” that flow when you switch lights at night. Every room offers beautiful views, and the gardens provide a lovely splash of color. The property is available for weddings.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 40

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No fires or candles allowed without permission
You may bring your own kayaks and paddle boards, however we are not responsible for your safety. You may swim etc at your own risk
Owner lives on property

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No parties or weddings. 10 guest max on property.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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

The Shipbuilder’s Waterside Cottage Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Property

We found the accommodations quaint and charming with a great view of the river. Close to downtown Kennebunkport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025