Renting a Maine cabin or cottage has the bonus of nature’s solitude and privacy away from fellow vacationers. Cabins and cottages are often located in truly unique and spectacular settings on the coast, on crystal clear lakes and rivers, or near the mountains. You could wake to the sound of a deer or moose ambling through the nearby woods or the call of a loon on an otherwise calm quiet morning lake.
Maine cabins and cottages can be one-room structures in off-the-grid campgrounds and remote resorts with simple amenities like wood-burning fireplaces and nearby ATV trails, snowmobile rentals, fishing spots, or hiking trails. On the other hand, they can be multi-room homes with fully stocked kitchens, utilities, color TVs, and playgrounds.
In fall, a cabin in the Maine woods is magical with the flush colors of leaves. Our selection of cottages and cabins includes lodging near the ocean, along sandy beaches, next to freshwater rivers and lakes, and throughout the mountains.
These recently constructed riverside cabins offer deluxe lodging in the Maine outdoors. Each four season riverside cabin offers private bedrooms, full kitchen, living and dining room area, full bathroom, heat, AC, cable TV and an outside fireplace. Experience dining on-site at our own Patrick’s Restaurant and Pub. In addition to great lodging, we offer White Water Rafting, Kayaking, Moose Safaris and much more, all from our base on the Kennebec River in Bingham.
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Maine's Premier Adventure Resort. Recognized by Yankee Magazine for Best New England Adventures & Editors Choice. Established in 1976, we pioneered whitewater rafting on Maine’s Kennebec, Penobscot, and Dead rivers and offer year-round adventure vacations. Half price rafting for kids on weekdays. Other outdoor activities include hiking, ATV/UTV rentals & tours, fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling. The resort includes private cabins, riverside tent & RV campground, and the Kennebec River Brewery, featured on the Maine Beer Trail. Located on The Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway.
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775 acre resort with one mile of sandy beach on pristine Sebago Lake. 18-hole championship golf course recognized as one of the best by Golf Digest. Marina, boat rentals, sports center, 6 tennis courts, Lakeview Restaurant, fishing, Spring and Fall Getaways - golf packages, Pirates of Sebago, Murder Mystery and family weekends. Summer long: Free children’s programs, nightly entertainment, family fun. Resort Cottage Lodging, RV and camping options. Only 2.5 hrs from Boston. “#1 Family Friendly Resort in the Northeast” - Woman’s Day Magazine.
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Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom condominium suites with living room, dining room and fully equipped kitchen. Indoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, game room, seasonal outdoor pool, gas grills and much more. Situated on 11 acres bordering the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve and tidal salt marsh near Wells Beach. Great location between the Ogunquit and Kennebunkport. Banquet facility with a variety of meeting spaces including Maine Ballroom and intimate Kennebunk Board Room, perfect for Maine coast wedding, anniversary, birthday or meeting. Free WiFi.
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Make your own adventure and create lasting memories at Linkein Bay Resort. Join us on 20-acres of oceanfront property featuring new and newly renovated camp-style cabins and lodges. Enjoy our heated oceanfront pool, canoes, kayaks, stand up paddleboards, sailing (with or without instruction), tennis, basketball and fishing. Join us at the Deck Bar & Grill overlooking panoramic views of the bay, islands, and ocean. Dock & Dine with us; we monitor Ch. 09. Visit our website for dining hours and menus. Pet friendly. Open May through October.
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Located in the heart in Kennebunkport’s historic district, the Captains Collection is comprised of some of the most significant historic ship captain's homes in Kennebunkport. Previously known individually as Captain Lord Mansion, Captain Fairfield Inn, Captain Jefferds Inn, and Maine Stay Inn, under the new collection name, the inns are now managed as a resort-style single entity, embodying the nautical charm of the town with the design and amenities to satisfy the desires of today’s discerning traveler. From private cottages to spacious suites and cozy rooms, the collection offers something for everyone. Enjoy landscaped grounds, warm hospitality, and professional concierge services.
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Welcome to the Dunes, a serene cottage hotel experience in Ogunquit, Maine. This wistful paradise blends all of the charm of Maine with the luxury of modern hospitality. The property features 21 bright and airy summer cottages exquisitely redesigned to evoke the dreamy feel of summers past. Embark on a journey of discovery and relaxation, where The Dunes becomes not just a place to stay but a destination in itself, where the magic of nostalgia meets the allure of nature.
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Bluebird Ocean Point Inn is an idyllic coastal Maine summer getaway. Perched on the rocky shoreline and backed by pine forests and rolling hills, the summer village of Ocean Point is about relaxing outdoors. Ocean Point's accommodations are comfortable, laid-back, and quaintly charming. A variety of cottages, rooms, and suites make this a popular destination for families, couples, and groups.
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Whether you prefer the B&B vibe of our classic rooms and suites, or you want a romantic island getaway in your own seaside cottage, our accommodations are everything you expect from a coastal Maine inn with history and charm. Newagen Seaside Inn is nestled on 20 acres of pristine oceanfront property, at the tip of Southport Island. Minutes from Boothbay Harbor, but far from the noise and crowds. Room rates include breakfast and access to the Inn’s amenities, including pool and vintage game room. Restaurant and bar on property. Open May through October.
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Maine’s Award-Winning Luxury Resort. From the moment you arrive, you will know you’re in for an altogether different experience. Surrounded by 60 acres of birch groves and balsam fir, this private luxury resort features two outdoor swimming pools, a magical treetop spa, and organic dining at the award-winning farm-to-fork restaurant Earth at Hidden Pond. Designed for total privacy and relaxation, Hidden Pond offers the choice of a one-story or two-story cottage, treetop lodges, or romantic bungalows. Its hideaways deliver a unique combination of natural serenity and rustic luxury within easy reach of Kennebunkport’s top attractions.
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The Sheepscot Harbour Village Resort, located on the shores of the Sheepscot River, just minutes from Wiscasset and a short drive to Boothbay Harbor, boasts incredible panoramic sunset views and an easy walk to the Wiscasset village. Vacation rentals feature 1 and 2-bedroom suites, and 1 to 4-bedroom cottages and townhouses. The pristine landscaping, dotted by tall pine trees, includes a riverside gazebo and fireside gathering spot. Enjoy your independent vacation with coffee and a pastry for breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Restaurant and bar on property. Pet friendly accommodations available. Resort open year-round.
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The Maine Houses offer the perfect getaway for 4 to 45 guests. Accommodations range from a lakefront lodge to Victorian inn to private suites. Located in the mountains of Western Maine and close to the Sunday River Ski Resort, the ideal spot for your group’s next family reunion, family vacation, or group outing. Open year-round, each house has a fully equipped kitchen, a fireplace, linens provided, and more. The Maine House has a steam room, and the Country House has a hot tub.
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AWOL KPT is your new retreat in Kennebunkport. Located in a pine grove and tucked into a quiet neighborhood, AWOL KPT is just a short walk to the harbor and all that is happening in Kennebunkport's Dock Square. It's a juxtaposition just like Maine—serenity amidst activity. Private but with plenty of opportunity to interact with other travelers. Isolated but central. AWOL KPT accommodations offer something perfect for whoever you are. Check out our fireplace cabin suites—some dog-friendly—or our luxurious, paired-back main house suites with various unique layouts to allow for your own expression.
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Welcome to Blueberry Fields Bed and Breakfast! Our unique location offers unmatched peace and tranquility. Connect with nature amidst rolling hills, blueberry fields and wooded trails. Located on Maine’s central coast just minutes from Camden, Rockland, and the state capital of Augusta, the five-bedroom inn was lovingly hand-built by its owners of post and beam construction. Your warm welcome includes a private bath, TV, wireless internet, A/C and private access to the outdoors.
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New 2 and 3 Bedroom Cottages with river and/or ocean views just 100 yard walk across dunes from sandy Kennebunk Beach. These luxurious upscale year round homes feature fully equipped kitchens, living rooms, dining areas, separate bedrooms, screened in porch and deck. Central heat and AC, Gas Fireplaces, Flat Screen TV’s and free WiFi. Sit back on your porch and relax just one mile from Kennebunkport’s famous Dock Square with its unique shops and restaurants. These cottages offer a fabulous year round getaway retreat.
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Maine Lakeside Resort & Event Center offers private fully furnished cabins that sleep up to 8 people. We offer a unique location for family vacations and private functions such as weddings and retreats. We are the only resort in the area with deep water access and a public boat launch nearby, perfect for swimming, fishing, kayaking and boating. For more adventure, head offsite for hiking trails, whitewater rafting, guided fishing trips, float plane rides & more!
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Catering to couples, captivatingly cozy, and quintessentially coastal, this magical enclave of 16 petite cottages is a departure from traditional inns, Bed and Breakfasts, and hotels in Kennebunkport, Maine. Cabot’s whimsically intimate accommodations offer the perfect seasonal getaway; serene and peaceful being tucked away in a cove, but also conveniently located near downtown. Perhaps Renovation Style magazine summed up The Cottages at Cabot Cove best — “decorated little houses with patios and lush landscaping, clustered next to Cabot Cove, one of Maine’s most beautiful saltwater settings.”
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Located only 3.5 miles from downtown Greenville, nestled in the shadows of mountains, offering peace and quiet. Wilson Pond is a 7 mile long LAKE with depths over 130 feet. Its crystal clear waters offer Lake Trout (Togue), Salmon and Brook Trout. Its quiet waters are especially enjoyed by canoeists and kayakers. We offer seven premiere housekeeping cottages on Wilson Pond. Each with Firepit. Several are pet friendly and all are available for short or long term rentals. 90% of our customers return year after year.
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Named Yankee Magazine’s “Best Seaside Camping” and DownEast Magazine’s “Best Place to Picnic and Play” in 2014, the farm’s 626 acres and 4 miles of oceanfront offer an authentic Maine experience. Just 5 miles from L.L. Bean and 100+ outlet stores, this nonprofit organization offers 150+ campsites and 3 oceanfront cottages. Demonstration barnyard and gardens, hiking trails, kayak and bicycle rentals, hay wagon farm tours, ice cream & farm stands. Pet-friendly. Have kids? “Camp & Camp Program” pairs family camping with Farm Day Camp.
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The Big Moose Inn with its unique charm, rare blend of friendly service and lovely surroundings offers inn rooms, suites, cabins, RV, lean to, and tent sites. With a fine dining restaurant, rooftop seating, bar and grille. Located 8 miles from Baxter, between Ambajejus and Millinocket lakes, within walking distance of the beach, and beautiful sunsets. On-site canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, scenic wildlife cruises, rafting companies, and a wedding and event venue.
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Efficiency cottages with private decks and BBQ grills, all on 3 pine-covered acres. Immaculate studio log cabins, 1 or 2 bedroom cottages, fully equipped kitchens, heat, AC, cable tv and free WiFi. Nearby to great restaurants, shopping, beaches, hiking, sailing, museums. Experience Maine's nostalgic past at Pine Grove Cottages. Two miles to ferry and Lincolnville Beach. PETS WELCOME.
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The ultimate in rustic luxury. Beautiful log cabins on Moosehead Lake & Loon Lake; real wood-burning fireplaces; whirlpool bathtubs. Moose watching; hiking & snowshoe trails; kayaking; massages. Breathtaking views and sunsets! On the snowmobile trail. A wilderness treasure.
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Experience the vacation of a lifetime with our selection of the finest cottages in the Boothbay Harbor Region. Come stay at our 5 star cottages and get all the exclusive membership benefits at Boothbay Harbor Country Club and discounted green fees. Enjoy the new Wellness Center and its fitness room, tennis courts, pickleball courts, heated salt water pool, hot tub and poolside bar. Embark on a private coastal tour on one of our boats – See historic lighthouses, seals, puffins or simply explore our quaint harbors and beautiful coastline.
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Located on Attean Lake, "the most beautiful lake in Maine", we offer all inclusive lodging on a 24-acre island. Our secluded lodge is the perfect place to unplug and enjoy nature's escape. Here, there is no electricity or cellphone service, however, our lodge does have solar power and WiFi 24/7. For generations, Attean Lake Lodge has included all meals, daily housekeeping, activities, and entertainment to provide a fun, stress-free vacation where you can unplug and relax!
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The Wanderer is a stylish cottage getaway by the founders of Batson River Brewing & Distilling. The goal was simple: create a luxurious, Instagrammable retreat with resort amenities, close to everything. The result is 17 small and large white clapboard cottages and a two-bedroom house with a classic New England charm and a casual surf lodge vibe. All this with a lounge pool, fire pits, lawn games, and free cruiser bikes for exploring the nearby attractions.
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This AAA 4-diamond Maine Inn is located directly on the Penobscot Bay waterfront, with luxury guest rooms and cottages complete with ocean views, private decks, fireplaces, and extraordinary amenities. Guests enjoy a gourmet breakfast in the ocean view Conservatory, relaxing on the 5-acre grounds, visiting Camden just minutes away, and evenings in our library with a cocktail by the fireplace, overlooking the shore. Great seasonal specials and sailing packages available.
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Discover the spacious lakefront cottages of Wilsons on Moosehead Lake located half a mile down a private country road in the North Maine Woods. Enjoy incredible views of the lake and surrounding mountains from the screened porch of your fully equipped waterfront cabin. Hunt, fish, boat, swim, canoe, hike, ATV, snowmobile, site see, wildlife safaris... Activities are endless and right here at your doorstep. The perfect place to do everything...or nothing at all. Come see why folks say we have “Moosehead’s Million Dollar View!
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Comfortable 1 and 2 bedroom housekeeping cottages with kitchenettes and motel rooms on four acres. Large swimming pool, as well as sports and children’s play areas. Free WiFi. All units with A/C, heat, phone, extended cable, deck or screened porch. Located within walking distance of the town of Kennebunk with dining for all budgets, shopping, antiquing, old Captain’s homes. Centrally located within an easy drive to all area attractions.
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Quiet, spacious and beautiful, our property is the perfect setting for a private weekend getaway or a family seeking a safe, fun-filled spot. We are only minutes away from the beach, Pier and attractions. We have a large swimming pool, shuffleboard, volleyball, basketball, a children’s playground, recreation room with games and plenty of space for football, Frisbee, or relaxing. We have gas grills available and several outdoor fireplaces. In the morning, complimentary coffee is available in the office.
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Less than a mile from Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, Sandy Pines offers a relaxing vacation experience for every type of camper. Whether you prefer the simplicity of your own tent, the comfort of your own RV or the luxury of one of our Glamp Tents, Cottages, Hideaway Huts or Unique Retreats, we have accommodations for both couples and families. At Sandy Pines, we pride ourselves on maintaining the cleanest, most modern bathhouses in Maine. Unwind in our heated, saltwater pool or enjoy a paddling adventure from our private boat launch.
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My husband and I invite you to share the beauty of our property on the western side of Mount Desert Island. Our home and cottages share 500 feet of bold granite and stone beach shoreline with a southwesterly exposure on Blue Hill Bay. Our location is private, decidedly uncommercial yet convenient to surrounding towns and Acadia National Park. Our rates are competitive and the setting incomparable. We rent weekly Saturday to Saturday. Come, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet with us.
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Maine’s Ultimate Adventure Resort! The New England Outdoor Center offers cozy luxury lodging, inspired cuisine and a wide range of activities for every age group in the splendor and majesty of Maine-s Mt. Katahdin/Baxter State Park region. White water rafting, guided moose and wildlife tours, canoeing, kayaking, hiking or just relax and wonder at nature’s majesty. You’ll to go home knowing more about nature and more about yourself.
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The call of the loon comes from across the lake, a moose feeds along the shore out in front of your cabin. This is what you will find at Loon Lodge. Our log lodge and guest cabins are located deep in the northwoods of the Allagash Lake region. Our guests enjoy fishing, hiking, nature tours, canoeing and kayaking, moose watching and in the fall hunting. We offer packages with or with out meals. If you're looking to get away from it all give us a shout.
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Visit the unsurpassed beauty of Monhegan Island. Monhegan is a nature lover's paradise from the past and lodging at the Trailing Yew is rustic but relaxing. Daily rates include home cooked breakfast and dinner in the main house, taxes and gratuities. Guest houses are equipped with shared baths and a heated common room. Families are welcome. Open mid May to mid October.
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Private four-season cabins and a lodge rich with more than 100 years of history and tradition. Located in a large nature preserve and with over a half-mile of private Moosehead Lake waterfront, year-round family and sportsman activities abound. The pristine setting offers well maintained rentals, private marina, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, nearby skiing, golf and more. Perfect for families. Enjoy the hospitality, privacy and rich Maine traditions.
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Your Options With a Maine Cabin or Cottage
What draws many vacationers to find a cabin or cottage in Maine is the peace and solitude from the rest of the world. In the remoteness of Maine’s wilderness or on the coast, you can hear the call of loons, spot moose, or view picturesque vistas of the ocean and lakes or mountains. Vacationing in cabins and cottages often includes both supreme relaxation and adventure.
Lakes & Mountains
Within the vast folds of the mountains or secluded coastal niches, visitors can find an escape from the worries of real life. Many of these off-the-grid locations are prime sites for hunting parties, bird watching, nature walks, or simply a moment of peace. Many resorts offer rafting expeditions, moose safaris, ATV tours, guided snowmobile tours, and snowshoeing during the winter to satisfy those with a taste for adventure.
The Coast
Or, choose from relaxed, secluded settings with private beaches, near arcades and attractions, access to the great outdoors, or even close to the center of town. Maine’s cabins and cottages offer a range of options suitable for couples or families wanting to enjoy a weekend or a week discovering new areas.
The Experience of Cabins & Cottages in Maine
Picture yourself in a secluded cabin in Maine, listening to the cry of the loon on a lake as the sun sets on the crystal clear water. Or, perhaps you envision spending a week in a beachfront cottage with the soft sand and gentle surf a short walk from your front porch. For a truly outdoorsy Maine vacation, a cabin in the wilderness is the ultimate escape from life’s daily hustle.
Maine has many cabins and cottages for rent by the night, week, or season. Staying in a cabin in the mountains, on a lake or river, or along the coast is a special experience — you have a cozy setting and a small home away from home with all the basics while surrounded by the natural beauty of Maine.
Amenities
Most Maine cabins and cottages have a small kitchen, private bath and bedrooms, a deck, a porch or patio, and close parking. They tend to be ideal for small families or couples looking for a peaceful and private getaway.
Cottages and cabins are often clustered in small groups together with enough space in between to be peaceful and private. Some are located within resorts — be them lakeside resorts or oceanfront properties. This has the benefit of additional amenities to enjoy, such as pools; tennis and basketball courts; launch ramps for small boats, kayaks, or canoes; and trails for walking or biking.
Location
You will find beautiful cabins and cottages near the beaches of the Southern Maine Coast in seaside towns like York, Wells, Kennebunkport, and Old Orchard Beach. The inland Lakes Region of Maine has lots of waterfront cabins and cottages on popular Sebago, Pleasant, and Long Lake, as well as many smaller lakes and ponds too numerous to name.
Rangeley Lake has some of the most rustic but relaxing cabins in Maine — they are cozy and campy and look as if plucked from an L.L. Bean catalog. On the Midcoast and toward Downeast Maine, you will find seaside cottages with extraordinary scenery from sunrise to sunset.
Cabins on the Kennebec River and Maine’s Highlands are a great vacation destination during a hiking, whitewater rafting, hunting, or winter snowmobiling trip. Greenville on Moosehead Lake and Jackman near the Canadian border offer remote log cabins ideal to truly get away and go green with nature. You may not have Wi-Fi, so can you imagine truly unplugging for the week? Now that’s getting away from it all!
Find a Cabin or Cottage for Your Maine Getaway
While some Maine cabins are recently refurbished and charmingly decorated, many are very simple with rustic pine interiors and just the basic provisions. Cottages in Maine tend to provide a simplistic, unplugged, outdoorsy vacation without fancy entertainment centers, TV, and internet — “the way life should be” as the Maine state motto goes.
What’s nice about a cabin or cottage rental is that you can usually bring your own bike, kayak, or canoe and keep it handy right on the property. Also, you can usually barbecue or enjoy a campfire in a fire pit at night, if permitted.
You forgot Attean Lake Lodge! Definitely the best in the state!
We love Bay Meadow Cottages on MDI!