Portland and Casco Bay Area Vacation Rentals

A vacation rental on Maine's Casco Bay makes a great base for exploring the area's charming villages, sandy beaches and cultural attractions.

A Harpswell vacation rental is ideal for exploring the Casco Bay area. Harpswell encompasses a ten mile long peninsula, three large islands (Sebascodegan, Orr's and Bailey) connected by bridges, and 200 smaller islands. Guests of Orr’s Island and Bailey Island vacation rentals can enjoy 150 miles of shoreline, go fishing, boating and swimming, and dine on fresh seafood. Harpswell cottage rentals are also convenient attractions in the neighboring towns of Brunswick, Freeport, Portland and Bath.

Visitors who stay in a Portland vacation rental, in Maine's largest city, will find a variety of recreational opportunities and cultural attractions. Stroll along Portland’s bustling waterfront or take a sightseeing cruise. The 19th century Old Port area has been converted into a shopping and dining district. Cultural attractions for guests of Portland vacation rentals include several museums, plus performances by the local symphony, opera, dance and theater companies.

Four miles from Portland, a Cape Elizabeth vacation rental is perfect for visiting the picturesque Portland Headlight lighthouse and touring the ruins of Fort Williams. Guests of Cape Elizabeth cottages can also enjoy nearby Crescent Beach State Park, with its mile-long crescent of sheltered beach, a popular spot for families.

No Maine vacation would be complete without a visit to Freeport, home of the famous L.L. Bean outdoor store. Just 20 minutes north of Portland, guests of Freeport vacation rentals will find a wealth of preserved historic homes, schools and churches. Bird watchers can visit Wolfe's Neck Woods, a sanctuary along the coast.

Other popular Casco Bay accommodations include Great Diamond Island, Phippsburg, Chebeague Island, Windham, Brunswick, and Popham Beach vacation rentals.

Whatever your interests, you’re sure to find the perfect Casco Bay or Portland vacation rental for a memorable Maine vacation. Reserve your Portland or Casco Bay vacation rental home today!

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