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The Red Cottage on Pool Street (Rte.9) Biddeford, Maine

The Red Cottage on Pool Street (Rte.9) Biddeford, Maine

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Aerial view of 539 Pool Street, the Saco River and the ocean beyond
The Red Cottage on Pool Street
Welcome to the Red Cottage!
Living room main bedroom to the right, french doors close for privacy;
Dining area next to the kitchen

Overview of The Red Cottage on Pool Street (Rte.9) Biddeford, Maine

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6104 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Biddeford, ME
  • Popular LocationFortunes Rock Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPalace Playland14 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Orchard Beach Pier14 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Red Cottage on Pool Street (Rte.9) Biddeford, Maine

Welcome to The Red Cottage on the Saco River.

We are minutes from the coastal neighborhoods of Hills Beach, Biddeford Pool, Fortune's Rock, one of Maine's most spectacular sand beaches, Granite Point and the Kennebunk coastal area of Goose Rocks. Hills Beach, a tidal pool, is a minute drive from the cottage and Ferry Beach in Saco, is 10 min., both are public beaches.

https://www.biddefordmaine.org/2869/Beaches

We're 1/4 mile from the University of New England and three miles from downtown Biddeford, a renaissance City experiencing a resurgence of restaurants, boutiques, and microbreweries. For more information about what's going on here in Biddeford, visit https://heartofbiddeford.org/

The Saco River is a striped bass fisherman's paradise and local fishing guides are available or fish right off the beach. East Point Sanctuary in Biddeford Pool is maintained by the Maine Audubon Society and considered one of the premier birding spots on the Northeast coast. Wood Island Lighthouse is located just off Biddeford Pool and offers a unique Maine experience with boat tours in July and August. Kayak rentals, sightseeing charters and parasailing are also available locally.

A little farther afield you can explore:
- Portland - Maine's largest city is widely hailed as a foodie Mecca. It's also home to museums, summer concerts, shopping, and more, a half hour north on I-95.

- Kennebunkport - a favorite tourist destination, just 10 miles to the south.

-Neighboring Saco - water parks and ziplining for the kids.

-Palace Playland - Maine's only beachfront amusement park is located in Old Orchard Beach, eight miles up the coast.

- A rare rainy day? Plan a train trip up or down the coast of New England. The Amtrak Downeaster Station, from Brunswick to Boston is located in Saco, just 4 miles away.

-Freeport and Kittery - we're centrally located for all your outlet shopping needs.

When You're Here, You're Home

The Red Cottage is fully furnished with all the comforts of home. The first floor features a living room, large bedroom with queen bed, fully stocked kitchen, one bathroom, sitting room with washer/dryer and three season porch. Upstairs is an alcove with a twin bed, and a large bedroom with three twin beds. The large backyard has a patio with grill for summer cookouts, seating for 6, or sit under the pines by the babbling brook with a good book. A short walk through the woods brings you to the bluff overlooking the marsh and river, with views to the ocean beyond. There are fox, deer, waterfowl, hawks and eagles, the kayakers, fishing and recreational boaters, and the ebb and flow of the river.

Adjacent to the property is one of the oldest cemeteries in Biddeford, The Oaks Cemetery, a bit of local history is etched on each headstone. If you're interested in the history of Biddeford, one that goes back to the early 1600's, visit https://www.biddefordhistoricalsociety.org/

Come and enjoy a little piece of the coast of Maine.

Property manager

Karen Casey

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Water view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Feel free to smoke outside

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Biddeford

Located in Biddeford, this cottage is in the city center and on a river. Biddeford City Theater and First Families Kennebunkport Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vaughn's Island Preserve and Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. Traveling with kids? Consider Saco River Cigars, or check out an event or a game at Scarborough Downs. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Fortunes Rock Beach - 6 min drive
  • Palace Playland - 14 min drive
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 14 min drive
  • Pirate's Cove - 14 min drive
  • Camp Ellis Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 11 min drive
  • The Strike Zone - 11 min drive
  • Tami Lyn's Place - 14 min drive
  • Jumpin Jakes Seafood Cafe - 12 min drive
  • Magnus On Water - 6 min drive

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.7/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Kerri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pristine home
We were welcomed by friendly owner. The house was fresh, clean and welcoming. Little personal touches from owner with products from Maine. A beautiful property on the river. University of NE half a mile down the road. I walked by the campus every morning and there is a public path to Hills Beach 1.5 miles from the house if you enjoy walks. Several beaches in the area to choose from to spend your day. Many places to drive for fun days trips. We visited Kennebunkport, Old Orchard Beach, Portland, Kittery. There is so much to do and see in Maine and so beautiful. The house has a lot of charm. We loved the screened in back porch. We brought our dog who loved it as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Great property and location. Close to Hills Beach and beautiful view of the river. Host were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Much Needed Getaway
We had a lovely stay at the Red Cottage. We walked down to the river to be greeted by a Bald Eagle on our first day. The house was clean and the beds were comfortable. We had no complaints. I would stay again if the opportunity raises. The hosts were very hospitable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Rex P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. Karen greeted us when we arrived and gave us a tour. She was very friendly and had left us gifts- local cheeses, coffee, mustard, and jam that were all made in Maine. There was even a little treat jar with dog bones for our pups. Such a nice, thoughtful touch. Traveling with dogs can be stressful, but we felt completely welcomed with them. The cottage was extremely clean and well appointed. It was very hot and humid and Karen asked if we needed an additional a/c put in. They installed a new one that day. We would say that is the definition of “above and beyond.” The property is beautiful and we were invited to explore it- even the old cemetery at the back of the property, near the river. It dates back to the early 1800’s and has sea captains and their families in it. I would say our only issue- and it’s minor, is that the mattress in the master bedroom is old and very uncomfortable. Our backs were a bit sore when we woke, but otherwise, we loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Cottage,
Clean cottage w everything we needed. Great location to UNE,and the owners were super attentive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Casey

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Ron and I are retired, enjoying life on the coast of Maine. I love gardening and projects, he fishes and also has a long list of projects. We enjoy meeting folks from around the country and world, the cottage has introduced us to many interesting and wonderful people.

Why they chose this property

We moved next door to the Red Cottage in 2001. Each year the owners visited for a month in the summer, the remaining 11 months we kept an eye on the property, plowed in the winter and grew to love the charm and potential of the place. When they decided to sell we saw an opportunity to create a comfortable, inviting rental property that offered what we've been enjoying these past 20 years; life on the Saco River, easy access to beaches, and one of the best public boat ramps is less than a mile away. We're centrally located, Kittery to the south, Freeport to the north, and everything in between.

What makes this property unique

The Cottage has the charm of a house built in the 1930's, views of the river from the kitchen, sitting room, upstairs bedroom and three season porch. A large back yard, a short walk to the bluff overlooking the river, the wildlife and boat traffic all add to what makes the Cottage an attractive destination spot for vacationers to the coast of Maine.
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