House- 2 min drive to beach Historic Updated Home Near Dock Square

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Host

Exceptional

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10511 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Kennebunport, ME

Kennebunkport Village Green2 min walk
Dock Square7 min walk
Walker's Point6 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Walk or bike to all shops and restaurants, less than 2 miles from one of the areas premier beaches. Downhill to two public parks and Ocean Avenue walk to Walker’s Point.

Featured in Martha Stewart, Maine Home &Design Magazine May 2011 and June 2014 editions.
Selected yearly as a premier dining site for Kennebunkport Fine Food Festival.

Other features:

Family room and sunroom open to upper deck with grill and table and chairs.
Deck overlooks large back yard full of Adirondack Chairs and fire pit.

Fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs

Bikes and Beach Chairs for your enjoyment

Fully stocked kitchen for entertaining

*12% tax rate is for 9% Maine Sales Tax and 3% payment processing fee for receiving the payment to be relayed to the state of Maine.

Property manager

Katie Pressly

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kennebunkport

Located in Kennebunkport, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Ogunquit Beach and Moody Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Old Orchard Beach Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall and Bette-Jean's. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.

Kennebunport, ME

What's nearby

Kennebunkport Village Green - 2 min walk
Dock Square - 7 min walk
Kennebunkport Harbor - 9 min walk
Colony Beach - 3 min drive
Walker's Point - 6 min drive

Getting around

Wells Regional Transportation Center - 15 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
‪Federal Jack's - ‬12 min walk
‪H.B. Provisions - ‬11 min walk
‪Clam Shack - ‬9 min walk
‪Mornings In Paris - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is House- 2 min drive to beach Historic Updated Home Near Dock Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at House- 2 min drive to beach Historic Updated Home Near Dock Square?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House- 2 min drive to beach Historic Updated Home Near Dock Square?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is House- 2 min drive to beach Historic Updated Home Near Dock Square located?

This family-friendly Kennebunkport holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Kennebunkport Village Green and Dock Square. Mast Cove Galleries and W. Robert Paine Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

22 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful, cozy, close to town

Exactly as pictured- so lovely. Plenty of space to spread out. Katie was very communicative and helpful. Gave great recommendations- like ordering from Port Lobster and doing a lobster bake on the deck. It was so great! Will def book for my next group visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

11 July 2023

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Fantastic host, beautiful home

This home is exactly like it is pictured. The best location with an easy walk to Dock Square. So clean and comfortable. The host was so gracious and helpful. Do not pass up this opportunity if you are going to Kennebunkport.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

2 July 2023

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Excellent location

The property is extremely close to Dock Side Square. Walking to the coast was a regular morning treat. The house was huge and everyone in our family loved it. A couple of us had to work and they found the Wi-Fi was excellent. There are so many rooms that if you needed some quiet time away from the group you had your pick. The little kids 2, 3, and 4 loved playing with their toys in the sunroom. The Dutch door acted like a baby gate. The room off the driveway entrance was our favorite as it had easy access to the backyard and deck. The backyard was a great place to let the kids get their wiggles out. It felt so private with the landscaping you wouldn’t have known we were in a neighborhood. The fire pit was lovely to sit by at night. The kitchen was big and no one was on top of each other when we were cooking. There are two ovens and a six burner cooktop so plenty of space for cooking multiple meals at once. It was also pretty well stocked. We are very particular in how we treat our own home so the helpful notes around the house were welcomed. The refrigerator and freezer are huge so you will have plenty of space for your needs. The Clam Shack is in walking distance as is Roma Pizza. We shopped at the Kennebunk Hannafords as it was nicer than the one in Wells. There are great children’s shops in the Square too. It wasn’t noisy at night so perfect for those that want to get good sleep. The beds were soft and comfy. Highly recommend this beautiful historic home.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

marian b., Monroe Township, NJ

28 Aug 2022

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Location, Location, Location

Lovely home, room for all and situated in walking distance to Dock Square. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

23 Aug 2022

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Excellent Family Vacation Location

We enjoyed the close proximity to the restaurants and shops in Kennebunkport. The beds were comfortable and we used both cribs. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed cooking lobster. We had a little hiccup with the propane gas running out but we used the outdoor grill and Katie was quick to respond and correct the problem. We loved Mother’s Beach for the young children since it also had a playground. We watched a sunrise at Walker’s Point and the sunset while enjoying dinner in Kennebunkport and along Ocean Ave. We also took Kylie’s Chance lobster tour which was a great child friendly boat ride. We finished off the week with S’mores at the fire pit in the backyard.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jill O.

2 Aug 2022

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A lovely week in Kennebunkport

Our family enjoyed our stay at Katie's home. The location was great. In the past, we've stayed within walking distance of the beaches, and it was nice to stay closer to town this year. We enjoyed our short strolls to the shops and restaurants, and figured out a nice system for beach drop offs as well. We had some issues with two of the AC split units on our first night, so we left a message with Katie. We heard back the next day with an update that she'd contacted the company who installed the units. She checked in regularly until the units were fixed. If you are looking for an historic home with charm to match, this is a nice option. The cribs were great for the adults with an infant, and the twin bed room was fun for the cousins to share. We spent every night on the screened in porch and were grateful for that space. Katie was easy to work with and we had a great week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

31 July 2022

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Kennebunkport Dream!

Wonderful home and great host. Close proximity to everything! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are hoping to return next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M., Wilmington, NC

12 July 2022

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What a Fun Birthday!

I invited seven friends to join me at the Cup & Saucer for my 75th birthday. We had so much fun. Though we didn’t do much cooking we could have easily cooked and served a five course meal. A special thank for for helping make my birthday so memorable.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C., Palo Alto, California

6 July 2022

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Historic Gem

This colonial home was beautiful and perfect for our family reunion! The home was built in 1784 and was expanded to preserve its original charm. We all felt like we were living in a museum as the home is filled with antique furniture and furnishings. The amenities were superb! There was plenty of space for large family dinners and offices for those who had to work remotely. We used the back yard for badminton, lawn darts and fire pit gatherings. The location cannot be beat; it is a short 5-minute walk to town. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their stay at the Cup and Saucer!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Laura G.

11 Dec 2021

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Christmas Prelude

We had a lovely stay for our family Holiday get together!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

lindsey m.

9 Aug 2021

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Amazing vacation!

Our family had such a wonderful experience in Kennebunkport and this house was absolutely perfect. It was clean and had all of the amenities so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. There was more than enough space for our family and we loved the large table on the back deck. Thank you for a wonderful week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

28 July 2021

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Great location, beautiful house

We had a wonderful stay at the Cup & Saucer House. Katie was a very accommodating host and seemed like she really wanted us to have a great time at her house. The house is incredibly spacious and well located -- just a short walk to town. There is a great screened-in porch and a beautiful, large yard.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin G.

16 July 2021

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Beautiful Historic Home

This property was just as described in the listing. Walking distance to everything in town, spacious rooms, bathrooms galore. Katie was an amazing hostess and made sure we were happy and settled in. We used the fire pit several times to make smores in the evenings which may have been my son's favorite part of the stay! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in town.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

22 Sept 2020

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Couldn’t Have Been Better!

My three kids, their spouses and I spent a week at Cup and Saucer. The house is not only lovely, but so comfortable and warm. The kitchen has everything you need and then some. We loved having s’mores by the fire pit. Location was great - walk to town, day trip to Portland or Olgunquit. And Katie was easy to reach and very gracious and helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

29 Aug 2020

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Perfect location to enjoy all that Kennebunkport has to offer!

We loved staying here. The location is perfect to enjoy all that the area has to offer. Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lena B.

26 Aug 2020

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Perfect home for two families with small children!

We stay here with our family (2 adults and three children ages 6, 4, and 2) and my brother’s family also 2 adults and 3 kids the same ages. The house could not have been more perfect for us! The house was well equip with everything we needed including beach chairs, boogie boards, and beach towels! The beds were comfortable and the bedrooms spacious. Our kids loved running around in the back yard and we enjoyed eating outside on the deck most nights. The house is also a very short walk to town which was great for our crew. And Katie is an excellent host. She checked in frequently to make sure we were enjoying our stay and was available before, during and after our stay to answer any questions we had. We would definitely return to this property and highly recommend this house for two families with small children to share.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dena S.

20 July 2020

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Lovely home away from home

We had a great time at the Cup & Saucer. The house is impeccably furnished, with all the comforts of home. Plenty of space for our group to spread out and work and play. Backyard is sumptuous and we enjoyed evenings out in nature by the fire pit. Walking distance from town is a plus - you can pop in for ice cream or pharmacy or to pick up takeout! Katie was a great host. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danny H.

30 Dec 2019

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Amazing home to spend time with your family

The Cup and Saucer House is not just a place to stay but an incredibly comfortable home to spend time in with your family. We know the area well so we weren’t just looking for a place to stay but a home we could spread out in and enjoy each other’s company, cooking together, celebrating with multiple living spaces so ten of us could spread out. Historic charm combined with modern amenities made this a magical experience. Everyone kept saying it felt like being in a Hallmark movie.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

16 Dec 2019

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Great Christmas Weekend

This is our second year at this property and we love it. The home is very comfortable, exudes charm, character and class and is in the perfect location for the many activities in and around kennebunkport. The home is beautifully decorated. We look forward to many years at the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

5 Sept 2019

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Wedding Weekend

We stayed at the cup and saucer house for our son’s wedding. The house was great and very convenient to Kennebunkport. Our family really enjoyed it, it was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

ellen b.

22 Aug 2019

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Perfect week spent with our extended family!

There were 10 of us in the group 6 adults and 4 little ones under the age of 6. The house was charming and spacious! Perfect for such a gathering. The location was ideal! Walk into town for shopping, ice cream and restaurants or walk in the early morning to Walker Point...serene and relaxing! Katie was great! Always available and great at problem solving and suggestion making. Great hostess Would return with the group in a heartbeat!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

28 May 2019

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Lovely home, full of history and character

My family of 8 could not have been more pleased with our stay. From Katie's helpfulness, to the home's historical charm, convenience and space, we really enjoyed ourselves. Katie even went above and beyond by recommending places our family would enjoy (we did!) and thinking through how our 18 month old could make the most of his trip. Truly an excellent experience! Hope to be back soon.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

phyllis s.

9 Aug 2018

A delightful and well stocked perfectly located house that met the needs of our family of 10.

The perfect home in the perfect location for my very discriminating family. All 10 of us found the cup and saucer historical home A total delight and the owner Katie, the most helpful and available for all our needs. The property and location were the best and we were able to experience Maine and Kennebunkport in all its splendor . Even the trolley car tour of the area stopped at “our” house to include it as a very impressive and important part of the history of the area. This house had the most wonderful kitchen, outdoor yard and comfortable bedrooms totally stocked with every thing we might want or need. We loved that we could walk into town from our home for many wonderful restaurants, shops, scenery, and ice cream too! Lots of activities nearby like blueberry and raspberry picking, kayaking, beaches and more beaches, hiking, and even a water park and amusement park nearby!! The 4 kids were happy and the 6 adults were thrilled ! Katie said we’d Love the house and we did !! If you are thinking about this property, don’t think another minute, just do it !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Nov 2017

The Perfect Home for Relaxation

The Cup and Saucer home provided our much needed rest and relaxation. We immediately headed for the back yard and sat around the fire pit with our cocktails. We ordered some lobsters from Port Lobster and headed up to the deck afterwards where we dived into a huge two pounder already cooked and cracked for us. Upon waking the next morning, we decided to head into town over the bridge to HB Provisions to grab the local weekly paper and plan our days in The Port and its environs. Then we headed with our coffee to Kennebunk Beach to watch all the beach activity before hitting all the shops in town. Later in the day, we walked down the hill from our home and strolled along Beach Avenue towards Walkers Point. We decided to hit the Arundel Inn porch for the next day's cocktails and dinner. We decided that part of our time would be spent visiting the area antique shops before heading to Ogunquit for a hike. Another hike we planned was to Rachel Carson's Wildlife Preserve and hitting Parsons Beach nearby for a picnic. We can already see that we will have to return to this peaceful haven as there is so much to do.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Oct 2017

A pristine historic home in a pristine setting

What a fun filled time our family experienced in this lovely well appointed home. A lobster bake on the deck with a freshly baked blueberry pie with the blueberries we picked on a farm was our most favorite dinner our first night. Our days were filled with trips to Mothers' Beach in Kennebunk, Goose Rocks Beach and enjoying a cocktail at The Tides and another at Earth. We spent a lot of time in the Adrirondeck chairs in the backyard while our girls made a swing to hang from the apple tree. We loved walking down the hill from the house to the public park overlooking the water and our walks into town for dinner at Hurricanes and an ice cream up the hill. Our best view was from the porch of the Arundel Inn before dinner. Our family is already planning a return trip to this spacious and comfortable home because there is so much left to experience in the town and other areas close by.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

About the host

Hosted by Katie Pressly

We bought this lovely historic home to enjoy with our children and grandchildren. We enjoy inviting our friends up as well to share this comfortable home and large yard for cookouts and lobster bakes.

Why they chose this property

Our Cup and Saucer home appealed to us because of its uniqueness. Though the third oldest home in Kennebunkport built in 1784, it has been lovingly restored with everything supplied for an easy getaway. One of our grandchildren’s favorite things to do is to take a short walk into town to buy ice cream and explore the shops. Our home just up the hill for Ocean Avenue for beautiful walking or biking as well as adjacent to two public parks.

What makes this property unique

Our home’s unique benefits is its spaciousness so everyone can spread out in its five bedrooms, four living rooms plus a quiet sunroom overlooking the backyard. Our private yard is perfect for toasting marshmallows, having cocktails around the fire pit,
playing yard games, croquet and kickball. The upper deck is perfect for grilling or having a lobster bake. Our home offers all of the creature comforts of home and is easy walking distance to town and a short bike ride or car ride to the beach.