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Beautiful, historic home near Dock Square, a unique Kennebunkport experience

Beautiful, historic home near Dock Square, a unique Kennebunkport experience

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The Oliver Davis House, circa 1827
Main house, with carriage house in the rear
Comfortable living room furnished in antiqes and reproductions
Spacious and comfortable living room, a perfect place for family and friends
Tastefully furnished living room with period antiques and reproductions

Overview of Beautiful, historic home near Dock Square, a unique Kennebunkport experience

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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Kennebunport, ME
  • Popular LocationKennebunkport Village Green4 min walk
  • Popular LocationDock Square4 min walk
  • Popular LocationWalker's Point8 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Carriage House Guest Room

Carriage House - Twin Bedroom

Main House - Guest Bedroom

Main House - Master Bedroom Suite

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Carriage House Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Room Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main House Powder Room

Toilet

Master Bedroom Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful, historic home near Dock Square, a unique Kennebunkport experience

Experience Kennebunkport authentically at the Oliver Davis House in walking distance of Dock Square and the beach
--a beautiful historic property (circa 1827) with a fabulous main house and a detached guest cottage. Tastefully decorated home with all conveniences. Central air conditioning to keep you comfortable, even during a heat wave. MAIN HOUSE SLEEPS 2-4 very comfortably. The COZY CARRIAGE HOUSE SLEEPS 2-4 MORE--great for a family with small kids, an extra couple, or older kids who want their own space. Comfortable elegance, antiques, pumpkin pine floors, original moldings. Lovely garden, patio--perfect for outdoor dining. Gourmet kitchen/breakfast nook, and formal DR that seats 8. Large LR with wood-burning F/P + small library. Master BR suite, fireplace, dressing room, en suite bath + guest room w/ private bath. Easy walking distance to lots of restaurants and shops. Near Colony, Nonantum, Breakwater, and The Boathouse hotels--perfect if you are attending a wedding in Kennebunkport, Ogunquit or Southern ME. Rental includes linens, W/D, gas grill, picnic basket, lobster pots, and beach chairs--everything for an ideal Maine vacation. Enjoy a relaxing retreat from 'the real world' any season.

The Oliver Davis House is a delightful place for friends and family to gather and share all the good things Maine has to offer.

Property manager

Heyward Whetsell
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
The Mary Jane House
Historic Kennebunkport home only 0.3 miles to Dock Square
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, (45 reviews)
Historic Kennebunkport home only 0.3 miles to Dock Square

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact owner for approval.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR21-00095

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Kennebunkport

Located in Kennebunkport, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Old Orchard Beach Pier. Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Kennebunport, ME

What's nearby

  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 4 min walk
  • Dock Square - 4 min walk
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 6 min walk
  • Gooch's Beach - 4 min drive
  • Walker's Point - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alisson's Restaurant - 4 min walk
  • Federal Jack's - 8 min walk
  • H.B. Provisions - 8 min walk
  • Clam Shack - 5 min walk
  • Mornings In Paris - 8 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelcapecod C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
We just got back from our stay and my friends and I can’t say enough about how perfect the house and location were for our Christmas prelude getaway. The host kept us informed and everything we needed was at the house. Christmas Prelude and Kennebunkport is just magical!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas prelude with friends
What a beautiful home. We were so comfortable and the location was so great. Enjoyed Christmas Prelude and didn’t move the car. Home had everything we needed. Elegance and comfort rolled together. We will be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick S., Dover, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
200 Years Old and Absolutely Beautiful
This home in Kennebunkport is well equipped and historically beautiful. The location is perfect to explore the harbor without worrying about parking or driving. The entire weekend was very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful
We appreciated the opportunity to stay in an exquisitely maintained and beautiful historic home which was very comfortable. We enjoyed the garden, breakfast nook and delighted in walking about the town. We also appreciated the comfortable bedrooms and practical kitchen. Absolutely delightful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pratt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
If you are looking for a truly unique place to vacation, this home checks all the boxes and then some! It is impeccably decorated, comfortable, yet elegant, and best of all, in downtown Kennebunkport. Park your car and walk to your hearts content. The Owner has thought of everything….best restaurants, short day trip suggestions and shopping ideas. This house will not be a disappointment!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heyward Whetsell

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What are 2 empty-nest Southerners doing in Maine? Absolutely loving it! The Oliver Davis House is our retreat, and through the years many guests have enjoyed 'the way life should be.' We love gardening, antiquing, entertaining, picnics on the beach, and walks along the ocean. And spending time with our kids and friends when they come to visit.

Why they chose this property

The Oliver Davis House compound is a beautiful small historic home and guest cottage that retains its charm while offering every modern convenience and comfort. Located in the heart of Kennebunkport, it offers something for everyone--an easy walk to Dock Square or the ocean. The house is decorated with antiques, but it's stylish, not frumpy. Luxurious, but not over the top. It's a place where you can get back to basics.

What makes this property unique

The private garden at the Oliver Davis House is a major attraction in summer. Designed in a traditional style that complements the period architecture of the house, the main part of the garden is filled with hydrangeas and offers the perfect spot for afternoon cocktails. There's a separate patio with a fountain for al fresco dining, and a small intimate space reserved for naps in the hammock shielded by espaliered apple trees and woodsy ferns, rhododendrum, lilacs, and Japanese maple. The gently sound of wind chimes blowing in the breeze make the garden even more relaxing. Equipped with gas grill, fire pit, torchieres--the garden at the Oliver Davis House doubles our living space and offers a wonderful seasonal option to enjoy the outdoors in summer and fall.

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