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Cozy Goose Rocks Beach Cottage on the Marsh

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Back porch and deck
Exterior
Back patio overlooking the marsh.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Kennebunkport, ME
  • Popular LocationGoose Rocks Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationDock Square9 min drive
  • Popular LocationWalker's Point14 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master Bedroom

Sleeping Loft

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Cozy Goose Rocks Beach Cottage on the Marsh

Welcome to Goose Rocks Beach - 3+ miles of sandy beach, beautiful green marshes teeming with birds and a quiet, laid back atmosphere. Still only minutes from Dock Square in Kennebunkport. The cottage is easily accessed from Route 1A, I-95 and Portland. Enjoy a cup of coffee on one of our decks or stroll to the general store for supplies and then on to the beach. Our 750 sq' cottage is tiny but comfortable for five guests and provides access to one of Maine's most exclusive beach front communities.

In 2018 we completed major renovations on the cottage including panoramic windows overlooking the marsh, three built in "nook" beds in the sleeping loft and a new loft ladder, kitchen, shower and more. In 2020 we added a new Bosch dishwasher, an outdoor hammock, a movable fire pit and central air conditioning. In 2023 we set up a new outdoor foot washing station and Weber charcoal grill.

Property manager

Mary McNelis

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view
Sunset over the marsh from the adirondack chairs. So relaxing!
Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
9.8 out of 10, (86 reviews)
Quintessential Maine Beach Cottage

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Kennebunkport

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Goose Rocks Beach, a neighborhood in Kennebunkport. Ogunquit Beach and Moody Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Saco River Cigars. Traveling with kids? Consider Bette-Jean's and Marden's Surplus and Salvage. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kennebunkport, ME

What's nearby

  • Goose Rocks Beach - 17 min walk
  • Dock Square - 9 min drive
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 9 min drive
  • Seashore Trolley Museum - 13 min drive
  • Walker's Point - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alisson's Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Federal Jack's - 10 min drive
  • H.B. Provisions - 10 min drive
  • Clam Shack - 10 min drive
  • Mornings In Paris - 10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at GRB
Perfect little house. We spent wonderful evenings sitting by the marsh looking at the stars with the kids. We accessed the beach by bike, very quick and safe. Lobster pound nearby.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
The house was great and the owner was so accommodating. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

June C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Our stay at the cottage was great. Fantastic location. Love the walk to the beach and the store. Cottage was clean and cute!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GRB cottage
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage on the marsh. The house has gorgeous views and a lovely backyard, equipped with a fire pit, hammock, and swing - which my kids loved. The home was very comfortable for our family of 4 and well appointed with everything you need during a week stay. The location was excellent. It is about a 7 minute walk to the beach and an easy drive to both Cape Porpoise and Kennebunkport. We would love to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage
We had 4 ladies stay in the cottage for attendance at a paint class at Hidden Pond. The location was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary McNelis

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We are the McNelis family from San Antonio, Texas. With relatives in Kennebunk, we are regulars to the Maine coast in the summer and winter months. My children have grown up at GRB and its our happy place. When we aren't enjoying the cottage ourselves we love to share it with our guests.

Why they chose this property

Goose Rocks Beach is blissful. We love the beach, love the neighbors, love the lobster and the marsh. You can be as active or as lazy as you want and never get tired of the climate and the view. GRB is off the beaten path but has upscale amenities like the chic and delicious Tides Inn, the General Store and the Goose Rocks Community Center which offers tennis and wonderful summer programs for kids and adults alike. And don't miss Goose Rocks Dairly across Rt. 9 - best ice cream in S. Maine!

What makes this property unique

When we bought the cottage we completed major renovations including panoramic windows overlooking the marsh, installing shiplap throughout the interior, and a new loft ladder, kitchen and shower. The beach provides hours of fun for the family and changes with every incoming/outgoing tide. We are only minutes from Kennebunkport and the fabulous restaurants, shopping and ambiance the area has to offer. The cottage is more private than many of the houses in GRB because it is surrounded by 3+ acres of marsh and wetlands. Yet just a short 10 minutes (or less) walk to the beach.
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