Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Yard & View with Cottage on Left
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps5
  • 1 Bathroom
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per week $795 - $2,150
Description Cottage, 1000 sq. ft.

Marysue Emhiser

Speaks English

Telephone: +1 207 2845350

Photos and Description of the Kennebunkport vacation cottage rental
Waterfront, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 5, Large Deck, Private Yard

This is what you think of when you think of a classic oceanfront cottage in Maine! Merton's muse is located directly on the ocean with easy access to multiple private beaches. The cottage has a private yard and large lawns. This simple cottage is located down a very private cottage road in a charming neighborhood that is great for biking or walking while you're exploring the multiple nearby beaches, coves and marshes of exclusive Granite Point. Within bicycling distance are the restaurants, shopping and activities found in either Biddeford Pool or Kennebunkport. 15 minutes away is the Fun Town amusement park, and the shopping outlets in Kittery and Freeport are both about 1 hour away. The cottage has a one floor layout and a large deck that runs the whole front of the cottage so that you can enjoy each evening's sunset over the Atlantic. Come be our guest this summer!

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Yard & View with Cottage on Left

Yard & View with Cottage on Left

Kennebunkport cottage rental - View from the front lawn

View from the front lawn

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Cottage & Ocean View with Cottage to the right

Cottage & Ocean View with Cottage to the right

Kennebunkport cottage rental - View from Living room, overlooking deck

View from Living room, overlooking deck

Kennebunkport cottage rental - View of the cove from the deck

View of the cove from the deck

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Front of Cottage, Facing Ocean, with Large Deck

Front of Cottage, Facing Ocean, with Large Deck

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Private Cottage Beach - 1 Minute Walk

Private Cottage Beach - 1 Minute Walk

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Living Room with Working Wood Fireplace

Living Room with Working Wood Fireplace

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Full Kitchen with View of Ocean

Full Kitchen with View of Ocean

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Wood Stove in Kitchen

Wood Stove in Kitchen

Kennebunkport cottage rental - Beach at Low Tide - 1 Minute Walk

Beach at Low Tide - 1 Minute Walk

Location: Southern Coast of Maine < Maine < USA

Nearest Airport : Portland - PWN at 30 Miles
Nearest Train : Saco, Me / Amtrak Station at 10 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Biddeford, Exit 32 - Maine Turnpike at 10 Miles
Car: recommended

The cottage is quietly nestled down a cottage lane between Biddeford Pool and Kennebunkport. Restaurants, shopping and numerous activities are a nice bike ride away. Kennebunkport Village is 10 minutes by car. 3 amusement parks are within 15-20 minutes. In addition, fishing charters, whale watches, bike rentals, windsurfing rentals are all nearby. Outlet Shopping in either Kittery or Freeport is 45 minutes away. Shopping at the Maine Mall is also 30 minutes away.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Kennebunkport, Maine

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Peak Season Jul 1 2012 Sep 1 2012 $2,150 - - - - - - 1 Week
September Sep 2 2012 Sep 30 2012 $1,295 - - - - - - 1 Week
October Oct 1 2012 Oct 31 2012 $795 - - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • Prices include all fees except the 7% Maine rental tax.

Fees

Tax Rate:
7.0%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Kennebunkport, Maine

Property Type:
  • cottage

Floor Area:
  • 1000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • waterfront
  • beach

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • activities guide
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • soaps basic
  • hair dryer
  • firewood
  • alarm clock
  • local maps
  • paper towels

Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • spices
  • microwave
  • stove top burners
  • oven
  • coffee maker
  • cooking utensils
  • lobster pot
  • grill

Living Room:
  • woodstove
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 7 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 5 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin/ Single, Bunk Beds
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Twin/ Single
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • books
  • satellite or cable
  • DVD

Outside:
  • outdoor grill
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • unscreened porch/lanai
  • walkway to water
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • deck wood
  • 6 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • long term renters welcome
  • children welcome

Onsite Equipment:
  • binoculars

Attractions:
  • museums
  • library
  • water parks
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • recreation center
  • marina
  • theme parks
  • babysitting
  • zoo
  • playground
  • live theater
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • beachcombing
  • outlet shopping
  • horseback riding
  • whale watching
  • sledding
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • walking
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • scenic drives

Notes: Merton's Muse Cottage is what you think of in a classic Maine cottage. Most guests find the cottage to be a great balance between a simple Maine cottage and the things that are important in a home - like a full kitchen, fireplace and amazing ocean views - all in a private beachfront neighborhood.

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Kennebunkport, Maine

Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse
average rating of 4.571429 based on 7 reviews
business
Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p230863
+1 207-2845350
Kennebunkport Southern Coast of Maine
5

Heaven On Earth

Review Submitted: November 6, 2011 Date of Stay: October 2011
My wife and I recently stayed at Merton's Muse and had the most amazing time! We are from Ohio and have been visiting Maine twice a year for the past 20 years or so. This was by far THE best place we have ever stayed at. First off the view was breathtaking any time of day. To sit at breakfast and look out the bay window over the ocean is wonderful, or out on the deck at sunset was so peaceful. We normally do a lot of sightseeing while in Maine but loved this cottage so much that we only went out for an occasional dinner. The cabin has everything you need and is so cozy. We had a fire going every night and made full use of the kitchen for breakfast and lunch. The bed was quite comfortable and the huge bay window in the living room was picturesque. We wanted to re-book right away but soon found out all of 2012 was full, no surprise. We will definitely stay here again and would recommend this slice of heaven to everyone! Thank you so much for giving us the week of our lives!!!!!
Owner's Response: We are not booked. Please contact us!
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p230863
+1 207-2845350
Kennebunkport Southern Coast of Maine
Bolton, CT
5

A Glimpse of Paradise

Review Submitted: February 2, 2011 Date of Stay: October 2010
Our family stayed here in October, and had one of the most wonderful and relaxing vacations we’ve ever had. This is a classic Maine cottage, plus it offers one of the most spectacular views available on the entire East coast! If you’re looking for night life and luxury, this is not the place for you, but if you’re looking for a very clean, comfortable, quiet Maine cottage, this can’t be beat. This was a true escape. The entire front of the cottage has windows which look out on the rocky coast of Maine, the Atlantic Ocean and an undeveloped point of land covered with forest. It’s breathtaking. We took time to see the area (there’s lot’s to do in Southern Maine and you can easily travel, shop, and sightsee from Kittery to Freeport in a day), but our long walks along quiet roads and on the beaches, cooking meals “at home” while savoring the view, and putting together a jigsaw puzzle or reading a book beside the fireplace created our most lasting memories. We didn’t want to leave, and will most definitely return!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
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Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p230863
+1 207-2845350
Kennebunkport Southern Coast of Maine
5

Maine coast vacation get away

Review Submitted: August 21, 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
A most enjoyable vacation rental to the Maine coast can be arranged by Paulin & Co. Realtors...our rental cottage was just perfect for a relaxing week. Paulin & Co. also offer a very useful guide packet with lots of information on local restaurants and shopping in nearby Biddeford and the Kennebunks.
A good time was had by all and I hope to return sooner than later.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p230863
+1 207-2845350
Kennebunkport Southern Coast of Maine
Vineyard Haven, Ma, USA
4

Location, View, Location...

Review Submitted: August 3, 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
The location is absolutely perfect. Just perfect.
The house is cute and old style.
But,
The walls are paper-thin. The kitchen amenities need a full upgrade, the outdoor furniture is dirty and the cheapest available. Two remotes and neither worked with the TV. The mattress selection was terrible. Upon arrival we were welcomed by two very full garbage cans that we were then asked to drag down the road for pick-up.

A very nice rental that has a great location but needs a quick re-think and some upgrading.
Owner's Response: Thank you for your review and for bringing some items to our attention. All mattresses are being replaced for 2011 and we will be sure to have the TV remote situation corrected.

Our cleaning crew is responsible for removing all trash when they visit after each guest, and I've investigated why it was not removed when you arrived. I apologize for this inconvenience.

The owners are also giving some additional attention to the kitchen for this coming year.

We're very glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope that the items mentioned above will make it even better for future guests.
Rating
4 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/3
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Classic Waterfront Maine Coastal Cottage - Merton's Muse
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p230863
+1 207-2845350
Kennebunkport Southern Coast of Maine
5

Vacation of a Lifetime

Review Submitted: October 20, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2009
Having never been to Maine or booking a vacation rental property on the internet I didn't know what to expect. I was hoping for the best but prepared for anything. We were extremely thrilled with the rental house. The accomodations were phenomenal. They were rustic, perhaps not what others would appreciate but exactly what I love. The views were outstanding. If you appreciate a quite cove in a quiet area, this is exactly what you're looking for. If you want people, noise and flashy tourist attractions, this place is not for you. We are already planning on a rental at the same location for next year. Oh yeah, we ate lobster everyday!!!!!!!!!!!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 6/6
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