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Storybook Cottage: Family friendly, Ogunquit / Perkins Cove home, sleeps 12

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Living area
Kitchen with gas / electric stove
New kitchen completely remodeled in 2021.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12232.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cape Neddick, ME, ME
  • Perkins Cove
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Ogunquit Playhouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ogunquit Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Storybook Cottage: Family friendly, Ogunquit / Perkins Cove home, sleeps 12

10-minute walk to Marginal Way, Perkins Cove, and several of
the best restaurants in Ogunquit, this cozy house sleeps up to 12 in 5
bedrooms. The large driveway can accommodate 5 vehicles, and there is
nowhere else in the Oguniquit area where you will find a house this size at
this reasonable price and this close to the water. With its 3 fully-renovated
bathrooms and 5 window air conditioners, we work to assure our guests
comfort throughout the summer season.

Our 1930s cottage has a designer kitchen with double ovens, a quiet-as-a-
mouse dishwasher, and a fully outfitted coffee bar with a variety of mixers
for your beverages. Two smart TVs are available and from our 3 season
family room you may see the turkeys and other critters that come wandering
through the 1 acre yard. One of the original owners of this property was an
owner of several Boston sports teams in the 1930s including the Boston Braves and Bruins and the hockey team so you can enjoy the custom-built Mahogony trophy shelves he had lining a wall in this room.

Board games, books, and badminton are available to keep your family
entertained. For our families traveling with small children, we offer a toddler
bed, portable crib, high chair, infant/toddler carrier backpack, and a wagon
to bring everything down to the beach.

Outside our guests can experience the yard in a variety areas, from the
hammock in the shade, a full circle fire pit, and the propane BBQ grilling
area right off the sunroom of the house, as well as a front porch with
cushioned chairs and rockers. With the equipment for exercise and yoga
under the trees (we provide a yoga mat, kettle bells, and hand weights), our
home is the perfect summer place for you and your family to relax, recharge
and reconnect with each other, nature, and your soul.

We welcome guests with a dog and are working on putting in a small, fenced
area for your furry friend for when you go out to the beach or dinner. Guests
traveling with a dog will pay a non-refundable pet deposit OF $250 per pet. Because this is Maine, we strongly encourage our guests to give your pet a flea and tick
treatment before arrival.

We offer a $50 a day discount to families who choose to bring all of their
own linens; otherwise, you will find new linens delivered to the property on
the day you arrive and then picked up the day you leave. Beds are not made up before you arrive since the linens are delivered from a service.

This property offers absolute quiet, a feeling of sanctuary, while still being
just 700 steps to Perkin's Cove. You can walk to That Place for a romantic
meal or to The Cove restaurant for breakfast. You can go for a stroll on
Marginal Way or get in the car and drive to Cape Neddick Lighthouse in 10
minutes. What most people tell us and write in their reviews is that the
location of this property is really ideal since you can get into town without
the challenge of trying to find parking for your car.

Please note this is house is multilevel, and, therefore, has a lot of stairs,
both inside and outside of the house, which could pose a challenge to those
that require assistance or have limited mobility.

We offer a discount for people wanting to rent the property from Fall to
Spring. Generally, there are no discounts given during this period of time
since you will already see a significantly reduced rate reflected on the
website, but send us a note through the platform, and we are happy to
discuss your offers. Due to the potential for freezing pipes if a house is left
unattended (as this is Maine), we do not rent the house during this period of
time for anything less than 3 months. Our guests are responsible for paying
for their own snowplowing and heating fuel. This is an older home, and it is
extremely comfortable from April to November, but guests should anticipate
paying $500 a month on heating fuel during the winter months.

There is an unattached guest house on the property that is not rented. It is
attached to the garage, so the garage is also not included in renting this
property.

Finally, we do encourage dialog regarding the property, but do not ask us to
call or e mail you separate from this website since this is the safest way for
both of us to communicate.

Warm wishes from our favorite place and we look forward to meeting you
soon.
Finally, we do encourage dialog regarding the property, but do not ask us to call or e mail you separate from this website since this is the safest way for both of us to communicate.

Warm wishes from our favorite place and we look forward to meeting you soon.

Property manager

Lisa Dryan- Zagala
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
There is a fee of $250 to bring a pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only one pet is allowed and there will be a $500.00 fee for any pet stains / feces on the property.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape Neddick

Located in Cape Neddick, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Perkins Cove and Marginal Way. Travelling with kids? Consider Knight's Quilt Shop and Wonder Mountain Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cape Neddick, ME, ME

What's nearby

  • Perkins Cove - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marginal Way - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ogunquit Playhouse - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Footbridge Beach - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barnacle Billy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maine Street - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frankie & Johnny's Natural - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Storybook Cottage: Family friendly, Ogunquit / Perkins Cove home, sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Storybook Cottage: Family friendly, Ogunquit / Perkins Cove home, sleeps 12 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Storybook Cottage: Family friendly, Ogunquit / Perkins Cove home, sleeps 12 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Storybook Cottage: Family friendly, Ogunquit / Perkins Cove home, sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Cape Neddick holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Perkins Cove and Marginal Way. Ogunquit Beach is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and tranquillity

Close to everything and yet tucked away in a quiet serene setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Stay

We had a wonderful stay at this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cape Neddick, Maine

The property is beautiful and well maintained. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Amazing property and location.
Stayed 62 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and close to Perkins cove.

Neat and clean, very attentive to all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kids & Grands all together!

The house was lovely, location ideal, property great, kitchens magnificent! Plenty of space for kids to play outside, walking distance to town. Just an ideal spot. Close to town, shops, restaurants, beach and yet private and secluded. Hope to do it all over again next summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic family vacation.

Our stay in Ogunquit was spectacular. Spending time under one roof in such a beautiful home filled family and friends, so close to the ocean is priceless. Thank you Lisa and Mike for opening your home to our family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for 2 families

Really enjoyed this house and the location is great being so close to Perkins Cove. Easy access to go back and forth from Ogunquit to places like Portland or Portsmouth. Lisa was very easy to communicate with and the price was more than fair for the size of the house. Would stay here again without a doubt.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy W., Glastonbury, CT USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family vacation

This home was perfect for our three generations of family gathering in Ogunquit for a wedding. The location was awesome and we enjoyed days at the beach and walks on the Marginal Way. The house was lovely, well stocked and so much more than the pictures show. Lisa and Mike were wonderful hosts. High recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Holiday Stay

We had a perfect Thanksgiving week in this home. The location, house and property can't be beat. We walked to the cute downtown for pastries and coffee and to Perkins Cove. The kitchen was well appointed for lots of cooking and baking. We had three generations for the week and everyone loved the home and being together. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding home

This is an outstanding home for anyone, but especially a family. The property is beautiful, large and so accommodating. Easy walking distance to Perkins cove/ogunquit, ogunquit beach, marginal way and just so much. Location is so good and easy for traveling anywhere. Communication with Lisa was so easy and quick. My family certainly plans to come back and likely make this spot a yearly destination for us.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathania U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from Home with all the charm of Ogunquit

We love staying at this property. It feels like home with all the old fashion touches of a Cape home in New England. The garden around the house is so peaceful and as a family we enjoyed just hanging out in the front on the patio or sitting around the fire pit at night. The kitchen is amazing and we put together large family meals. All the bathrooms have been updated. Also, it's a 15 mns walk-in distance from Perkins Cove, and a 15 mns bike ride or 25 mns walk to the beach. Although in walking distance to Shore rd and the hustle and bustle of Ogunquit in the summer, the house is so peaceful and quiet. Lisa and Mike are super hosts and always gracious and helpful. Thanks again for a lovely stay ! We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home for a small group

We could not have asked for a more perfect fit for our small family wedding! Although the event was held offsite, our group of 12 had enough room to get ready in the morning, and it was wonderful to come back to bbq and gather around the fire pit. Our hosts were very quick to respond to one small issue when we first arrived and it was dealt with promptly. The house is just beautiful, the pictures don’t really do it justice and I was in love with the kitchen! We highly recommend Storybook Cottage for a beautiful stay in the Cape Neddick/Ogunquit area!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we hoped for and more

This property can't be beat. Privacy, beauty, spaciousness, functionability, and so much more. This property is well maintained and looked after and has a very welcoming feel making you feel at home instantly. There is strong internet which was important for us, as all 4 of us were schooling or working online. We had a wonderful stay and felt that we landed on our feet staying here. I would highly recommend this house and the owners are wonderful caring people.
Stayed 64 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

paula n.

Liked: Location

lovely location, house needs repairs

house has quite a few dangers to be aware of - the entrance under the 'welcome' sign leads to the basement/laundry room, and there are horrid steps from basement up to kitchen, where there is no door for protection......and the outside stone stairs need repair - in addition, the railing outside is wobbly and not trustworthy......also, the cleaning team had not prepared the house - the linens were in bags on the porch and the beds had not been made up for us - i never got a real reason for this, but eventually (the next day) the cleaners came back to make up the beds.....not a good start, for sure.......
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALicia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great place for families

We enjoyed this home. We came with multi generations, everyone loved the home. Plenty of room and beds. Our children (ages ranged from 11-16) and grandparents had places to go for a little quite time away from everyone. Beautiful yard! Easy check in and very clean. Kitchen completely equipped. 3 full bathrooms! We enjoyed having our coffee outside on the patio in the morning. Homeowners were very nice and helpful. Many cute little touches. Even a welcome gift upon arrival! We enjoyed walks to Perkins cove. The location is perfect! We were able to enjoy not just Ogunquit beach but Wells Beach too (another great beach to visit). Would definitely stay again! Thank you Lisa for a wonderful and memorable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week near Perkins Cove

The house was truly lovely, old but updated and maintained. The property was gorgeous. Wild turkeys passed through on a daily basis. Beautiful tree coverage. It was truly a short walk to Perkins Cove and the rest of Ogunquit. We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zach G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home in a Great Location

Lisa’s home was perfectly suited for six adults, one infant, and our pet. It was as described on her listing, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The house was clean, the location was perfect, and the amenities were nice. We’d come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Perkins cove beach marginal way

Good info provided by owner on things to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Getaway in Maine

The rental was more than adequate for 4 adults and 2 children ages 4 and 2. The hosts, Lisa and Mike were very accessible and responsive to our needs and questions. The facility was updated ( kitchen and bathrooms). Location was excellent with East access to beach, Ogunquit and neighboring towns. Had a great time
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cape Neddick Pad

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Family Vacation

House was exceptionally clean. The owners were very welcoming and attentive. The property was exactly as represented in the description.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable. Easy access to everywhere. Good info from property owner.

Very good. Would come back. 😊. Property owners very attentive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard E., Brossard, Quebec, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

We enjoyed everything about this property. The entrance through the mud room was a plus especially with the fall weather. The layout of the multiple rooms was spot on giving everyone some privacy when needed. The grounds were as attractive as we had expected. The location was perfect for us as we like to take long walks with our dog. Perkins Cove, Marginal Way and Ogunquit were all easily accessible on foot. The same applies to driving with the house being just off Shore Road. We found everything we needed in the house for our stay. We really loved every minute of our stay here and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annalee M., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family getaway!

Perfect meeting place for extended family! Lisa and Mike were very attentive and responsive whenever there was an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Dryan- Zagala

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This is a property that has been in our family for more than 30 years and my husband and I took over the house in 2012. We adore Maine, the people, and the lifestyle more than anywhere else we have ever traveled.

Why they chose this property

We want to keep this a family home so that future generations are able to enjoy a quiet, peaceful place, somewhere to offer a respite from busy lives and hectic schedules. Maine is safe. Maine is what its motto implores, "The Way Life Should Be". This house has substance, history.
This house has space for privacy but if you want to walk into town for dinner and share a romantic bottle of wine, it is only a 10 minute walk back to a lovely cocoon.

What makes this property unique

Charles Adams, one time owner of the Boston Bruins and the Boston Braves was one of the original owners of the property and you can see a room that he made for his trophies in the rear 3 season room.

Additionally, this property and the town of Ogunquit will make you feel as if you are stepping into a Norman Rockwell painting, reconnect with nature and people. It gives you room to breathe, be creative, and thinking about next steps, next journeys as well as to just sitting still. It offers ways to be a part of nature, to exercise, to move, as well as to steep yourself in history and living life "The Way Life Should Be".

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