House in Southport, ME
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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About this house rental
On the water with deepwater dock for your boat - this location cannot be beat. This cottage is located on Southport Island, a short five-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Boothbay Harbor. It is perched on the edge of Townsend Gut with water views from every room. You could easily spend the entire day watching the swing bridge open and close for the boats traveling past. Robinson’s Wharf (the island’s most popular restaurant) is a short walk away. The cottage underwent a full renovation in early 2018 and is ready for visitors!
The cottage has an open floor plan with the kitchen opening into the living room. The large bedroom has 1 queen bed and an attached bathroom. This quaint
cottage has all you need for a quiet vacation on the water.
The property is stunning with new professional landscaping and ample space for lawn games or lounging under the large trees while watching the tides rise and fall. There is a dock right on property for those who wish to bring their boat. On those busy summer days you'll hear the noise of the cars crossing the swing bridge.
Southport Island is only a 5 minute drive from downtown Boothbay Harbor – just over the Townsend Gut Swing Bridge. Southport Island is close enough to Boothbay but also has its own restaurants and sites to see. Robinson’s Wharf, Cozy's Dockside and Newagen Inn are highly recommended restaurants on the island. Hendricks Head Beach is located on the west side of the island. Sailing, boating and kayaking are spectacular activities in and around the island. If you want to venture off the island, the Boothbay Harbor Region has extensive nature trails, lake swimming (Knicker Bocker Lake), golfing, an aquarium and one of the best Botanical Gardens in the country.
**you can also rent the 4 bedroom house on the property if you need more space. VRBO listing # 1379766. Contact Kim for more info**
The cottage has an open floor plan with the kitchen opening into the living room. The large bedroom has 1 queen bed and an attached bathroom. This quaint
cottage has all you need for a quiet vacation on the water.
The property is stunning with new professional landscaping and ample space for lawn games or lounging under the large trees while watching the tides rise and fall. There is a dock right on property for those who wish to bring their boat. On those busy summer days you'll hear the noise of the cars crossing the swing bridge.
Southport Island is only a 5 minute drive from downtown Boothbay Harbor – just over the Townsend Gut Swing Bridge. Southport Island is close enough to Boothbay but also has its own restaurants and sites to see. Robinson’s Wharf, Cozy's Dockside and Newagen Inn are highly recommended restaurants on the island. Hendricks Head Beach is located on the west side of the island. Sailing, boating and kayaking are spectacular activities in and around the island. If you want to venture off the island, the Boothbay Harbor Region has extensive nature trails, lake swimming (Knicker Bocker Lake), golfing, an aquarium and one of the best Botanical Gardens in the country.
**you can also rent the 4 bedroom house on the property if you need more space. VRBO listing # 1379766. Contact Kim for more info**
Amenities at Updated Cottage on Water’s Edge with Deepwater Boat Dock!
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Southport, ME
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Cozy cottage. Enjoyed our stay.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Absolutely amazing little waterfront cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Would love to have stayed longer.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2025
We spent a LOT of time sitting waterside and enjoying the boats & bridge. Kitchen was well equipped & bbq grill was perfect. The sliding doors let in tons of light and we had them open as much as possible. We had a great stay.
6 / 10Average·Sep 2025
Overall the cottage is a sweet and charming space for 2. It is directly on the Townsend Gut. You can’t get any closer to the water. Upon arrival, our first impression is that the space is exceptionally clean and the grounds are well-maintained. The kitchen is suitable to prepare a lobster dinner. But don’t forget salt & pepper. The small bathroom is updated and adequate. We enjoyed the consistent entertainment of the boat traffic throughout the day. Including the early morning lobsterman pulling his traps directly in front of the cottage each morning. This property is close to all things in Boothbay without the chaos of the crowds. Dinner at the local restaurant 0.1 mile walk, served the typical Maine fare. A charming swing bridge is next to the cottage. Not so charming is that a bell sounds a warning when it is opening and closing for larger boat traffic starting early in the morning and well into the evening. Sadly, naps are out of the question. The swing bridge is the Southport Bridge that carries Route 27 over the Townsend Gut at the Boothbay Harbor/Southport town line within 15 feet of the cottage. There is 24/7 traffic with constant road noise. Luckily we only had reserved for 2 nights. Because of this, we will not be staying here again.
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9.6Outstanding
(106 Ratings)
"Cozy cottage. Enjoyed our stay."
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