10/10 Excellent
Madeline C.
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Wedding in Maine
Madeline C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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Island Cottage, Portland, ME, Sleeps 6-8, Walk to ferry, beach, restaurants.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Portland, ME
- Sand Beach5 min drive
- East End Beach43 min drive
- State Theatre46 min drive
- Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Island Cottage, Portland, ME, Sleeps 6-8, Walk to ferry, beach, restaurants.
Island living close to the city of Portland by ferry. This cottage is perfect for enjoying city life as well as a relaxing island vacation. The summer home of the Mayor of Portland in the late 1800s has 6 bedrooms, 2 modern baths with modern kitchen and spacious interior/exterior spaces. Original woodwork and architectural details make this home unique. Dual living rooms, formal dining room and multiple first and second floor porches give you many choices for solitude or family time. Beautiful grounds are a short walk to a clay tennis court, playground and beaches. Great Diamond Island is a short ferry ride from the Old Port, the heart of Portland ME. Short walk across the island to Diamond Cove which has two restaurants/bars during July and August.
Enjoy beautiful sunsets from the nearby beach or sunrises from the state pier. You may enjoying exploring the sandbar that provides access to Little Diamond Island at low tide, dock jumping, kayaking, island strolls or reading and relaxing on one of the many porches.
The city of Portland is a 20 minute ferry ride away where you can walk to hundreds of 5 star restaurants. Casco Bay Lines is located on the Maine State Pier and no car is necessary in the city to access museums, galleries, restaurants and historic sites. Visit Long Island (beautiful beach!) or Chebeague Island (golf course and restaurant) by taking the ferry down the bay.
I live nearby and love meeting new people and answering questions to help you make the most of your stay! Please reach out if I can help.
Enjoy beautiful sunsets from the nearby beach or sunrises from the state pier. You may enjoying exploring the sandbar that provides access to Little Diamond Island at low tide, dock jumping, kayaking, island strolls or reading and relaxing on one of the many porches.
The city of Portland is a 20 minute ferry ride away where you can walk to hundreds of 5 star restaurants. Casco Bay Lines is located on the Maine State Pier and no car is necessary in the city to access museums, galleries, restaurants and historic sites. Visit Long Island (beautiful beach!) or Chebeague Island (golf course and restaurant) by taking the ferry down the bay.
I live nearby and love meeting new people and answering questions to help you make the most of your stay! Please reach out if I can help.
Property manager
Judy Sedgewick
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
There are low railings on some decks--no toddlers
Events
No events allowed
Sorry! We are unable to host parties.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Sorry-due to insurance we do not allow smoking.
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
Note from host: Sorry! We are unable to host parties.
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
About the area
Portland
Located in Portland, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal and Bayside Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum and Portland Observatory. Travelling with kids? Consider Southworth Planetarium, or check out an event or a game at Merrill Auditorium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Portland, ME
What's nearby
- Sand Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
- East End Beach - 43 min drive - 8.5 km
- Cross Insurance Arena - 46 min drive - 8.5 km
- State Theatre - 46 min drive - 9.3 km
- Thompson's Point - 49 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- North43Bistro - 51 min drive
- Twelve - 27 min drive
- Speckled Ax - 45 min drive
- Lolita-Munjoy Hill - 46 min drive
- Shipyard Brewing Company- Tasting - 26 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mark K.
30 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GDI Summer 2024
Mark K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Shirley W.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Becoming part of the community
Shirley W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Connor M.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great
Connor M.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin C.
15 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic setting
Erin C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Judy Sedgewick
I live in MA in the winter and ME in the summer and love the Portland area. I am happy to answer questions about the area and to help you plan adventures during your stay. I have spent most summers of my life on this island and love the friendly community and scenic Maine coast. I also love being so close to the city of Portland which has so much to offer.
Why they chose this property
This vacation home you will never forget is located in the city of Portland as well as on a small island off the coast! Laid back island life or city vibe at your finger tips. The boat rides, the sunsets, the night skies, formal dinners in the dining room and coffee and cocktails on the porch are some of the memories you will take with you after a stay with us.
What makes this property unique
Ferry to the Old Port from the Great Diamond dock on Casco Bay Lines which runs approximately 10 trips per day to the City. It is not necessary to bring a car to Maine and if you are flying in there is no need to rent one. If you do bring your car, you will park it in Portland and ferry out to the island.
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