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The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Dining
6 bedrooms, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A water park, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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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

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
A water park, laundry facilities and an arcade/games room are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 6 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • Living room
  • 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
  • Water park
  • 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
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Boathouse Cottage is a Beachfront Family Retreat Saco

About the area

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Camp Ellis, a neighbourhood in Saco. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Orchard Beach and Ferry Beach State Park, while Engine and Harmon Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Funtown Splashtown USA. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Saco, ME

What's nearby

  • Camp Ellis Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Parasail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Palace Playland - 7 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 7 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tami Lyn's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪West Street Market - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jumpin' Jake's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat located?

This family-friendly Saco holiday home is located on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Ferry Beach State Park and Camp Ellis Beach. Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Ferry Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Boathouse Cottage is a beachfront family retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great

Really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Tom D.

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

Amazing views

Great house for amazing views and beach access. We were 8 adults and house worked well. Needs some updating - appliances, bathrooms, no upsatirs shower
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Liezl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful vacation house!

We had a wonderful time! The surrounding area has certainly been hit by some big storms lately so the neighborhood is somewhat under construction but the house was very clean and in great shape. Paul is a very kind and responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandy r.

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

Family get away

Me and my family really enjoyed our stay! The house was very clean and well kept. The kitchen is well stocked. Also comes with bed sheets and bath towels. Paul was great to speak with and answered any questions quickly. Great view of the ocean and short walk to beach. Very relaxing stay. Cant wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie F.

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

65th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

What an incredible property! The views are amazing; what beautiful sunrises! Everything is immaculate. Plenty of room for our extended family of 8 to celebrate our parents' 65th wedding anniversary. My favorite party of the house is the sunporch, which we were able to enjoy even in the cooler weather. Paul is very responsive & quickly answered all of my questions. We would love to be able to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenny E.

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

Beautiful Retreat

I took a trip with my school organization officer team. The team consisted of 7 teenage girls and two adult chaperones. We all had plenty of space and enjoyed every part of this beautiful property. I highly recommend this stay for families or friends wanting a picture perfect getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

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

Family gathering

Our entire family (14) met to celebrate Grampy’s 80th birthday. This was the perfect place, perfect weather and just perfect week! Families from California, Wisconsin,Massachusetts, and Vermont. Such a great cottage and convenient to everything. ❤️🦞☀️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

The taste of Maine

House had everything you could possibly need for a comfortable family stay. The view from the sunporch was wonderful. The soft waves, colors of the water, and large granite rocks, with the occasional group of diving ducks and small fishing boats was a pleasant relaxing sight. We traveled to towns both north and south of Saco and found scenic sights and coastal towns. Plenty of homemade ice cream places and there are lobster rolls for $20 in a few places. We totally enjoyed it all:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy M.

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

Saco

The view is to die for!! We didn't use may of the amenities, so i can't comment on them. I don't think there were enough coffee mugs or forks for more than 8. It was cold, so more blankets for the cooler weather. But i10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024