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Near Dock Square • Free Beach Gear • Deck w/Grill

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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Kennebunkport, ME
  • Place, Vaughn's Island Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennebunkport Village Green
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dock Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kennebunkport

Located in Kennebunkport, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Dock Square and Saco River. .This vacation home is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Ogunquit Beach and 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Old Orchard Beach Pier.

What's nearby

  • Vaughn's Island Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Dock Square - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • First Families Kennebunkport Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lost Fire - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Batson River - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mornings in Paris - ‬5 min drive

About this property

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

Near Dock Square • Free Beach Gear • Deck w/Grill

Summary:

✔️ Charming coastal retreat in the heart of Kennebunkport

✔️ Sleeps 8 | 4 private bedrooms + 3 bathrooms

✔️ Two living spaces + cozy fireplace + back deck with grill

✔️ Beach essentials provided — just show up and enjoy

✔️ Dog-friendly | High chair included | Parking for 5



The Space:

Porch & Porpoise is a warm, inviting coastal home nestled in Kennebunkport — one of New England's most beloved seaside towns. With thoughtfully designed interiors, two separate living spaces, a welcoming front porch, and a back deck made for grilling, this is the kind of home that makes it easy to slow down and settle in. Dock Square, Cape Porpoise, and Goose Rocks Beach are all just minutes away.



🛋️ Indoor Living

• Open living and office area with a cozy fireplace, smart TV, board games, and a plush L-shaped couch — perfect for movie nights or quiet mornings with coffee

• Dedicated desk for remote work if you need it

• Separate den with comfortable seating — a great spot for reading, conversation, or winding down after a day on the coast

• Two distinct spaces give families and groups plenty of room to spread out



🍳 Kitchen & Dining

• Well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a Keurig for your morning routine

• Counter seating for 2 + dining table for 6



🛏️ Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 8)

This home comfortably sleeps 8 guests across 4 private bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

• Bedroom #1: Queen bed + desk + small seating area

• Bedroom #2: King bed + ensuite bathroom with single vanity & walk-in shower

• Bedroom #3: Queen bed

• Bedroom #4: Queen bed + full bed

• Full bathroom: Single vanity + walk-in shower

• Full bathroom: Single vanity + soaking tub



🌅 Outdoor Living

• Welcoming front porch with seating — the perfect spot to start the morning or watch the evening roll in

• Back deck with a grill and comfortable outdoor seating

• Beach essentials provided — just grab and go for a full day by the water



📍 Location Highlights

• Minutes from Dock Square — boutique shops, art galleries, and waterfront dining

• Cape Porpoise village nearby for fresh seafood and views of Goat Island Lighthouse

• Goose Rocks Beach for sunbathing, beachcombing, kayaking, and hiking

• Scenic drives along Ocean Avenue past Kennebunkport's grand seaside estates

• Fresh seafood, historic sites, and classic New England charm in every direction



🚗 Parking, Safety & Notes

• Driveway parking for up to 5 vehicles

• Washer and dryer in home

• High chair provided

• Dog-friendly! An additional $115 pet fee is required after booking — contact the Customer Care Team to pay.



👋 About Your Stay

We’re Francesca & Lucas Knowles, lifelong locals & passionate vacation rental hosts. Our goal is to make your stay seamless, memorable & full of thoughtful touches that make all the difference.

• Local experts – We love sharing insider tips

• Hospitality-driven – Over 5 years of vacation rental experience

• Always available – Just a message away if you need anything



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Guest Access:

• Guests have access to the full home

• Driveway parking for up to 5 vehicles



Other Things to Note:

🌊 Come for the lobster rolls, the rocky shoreline, and the classic New England charm — then come home to the front porch, a fire in the living room, and dinner on the back deck.

🏠 Porch & Porpoise is perfect for families — two living spaces for spreading out, a king suite with ensuite bath, beach essentials ready to go, and Kennebunkport's best right outside the door.

👉 We're attentive, detail-oriented hosts who genuinely care about your stay. If you’re planning a Kennebunkport, Maine getaway in the next few weeks, we recommend booking soon — homes of this size and quality are limited and tend to fill quickly.

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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home offers games.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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

Rules

- No candles - No smoking inside or within 20 feet of home

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

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Near Dock Square • Free Beach Gear • Deck w/Grill Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at this home. So many local hikes and easy drives to places like Portland and Portsmouth. Beautiful part of the coast to explore and a well equipped house to come home to
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026