Family-friendly vacation rentals in Eliot

Salty Mermaid Cottage/Boat House

This 2br home is nestled at the end of a peninsula’s over the water, 5min drive to downtown Portsmouth. Spend the day on the on deck, grilling or enjoy your own authentic Maine lobster bake, swimming and treasure hunting the shore. Also explore Kittery or downtown Portsmouth, both just five minutes away. Enjoy this freshly renovated home, water views from every room and window, all bedrooms are equipped with a/c, free WiFi and smart TVs. Fully equipped kitchen has an amazing view of the water.

Private entrance guest suite in a rural setting!

This is a private guest suite, attached to our home, with its own private entrance. There is no common area to the main home. It features a queen bed in a separate nook, a living area with a pull out sofa bed, and private bathroom with shower. Included is a small refrigerator, microwave, and coffee nook. The total room size is approximately 320 sq ft. Please note guests are required to climb 19 steps from driveway to our guest suite. Please consider your own abilities when booking.

Coastal home on the water

A nautical look and feel is what this coastal home away from home offers. A detached from the main house in-law apartment is the perfect get away. Located directly on the water, on an estuary called Spinney Creek, part of the Piscataqua River. Bring your kayak, fishing rod, or sit back enjoy a cold beverage and watch the sunsets by the fire pit. Best water views ever. It is 1.5 miles to downtown Portsmouth, NH and less then 1 mile to the beautiful rejuvenated downtown Kittery.

Cozy Sauna Nook

Take time to unwind in this cozy space complete with music on vinyl and a gas hearth. This private apartment is built on to the back of our 1832 home in the village district of Eliot, ME. You'll be 4 minutes from Route 95, 8 minutes from Kittery Foreside, and 9 minutes to Downtown Portsmouth. Within a short drive you will have easy access to walking trails, the Piscataqua River, and the beaches of Southern Maine/ New Hampshire. Dogs OK (fee)- No Cats (allergy issue).

Stone Cove Cottage

Fall asleep to the sound of the York Harbor bell buoy and waves crashing on the shore. Awake to beautiful sunrises over the ocean and lobster boats heading out to sea. Walk to York Harbor Beach or stroll the Cliff Walk taking in quintessential Maine views. Long Sands Beach is a 3 minute drive and Short Sands and Cape Neddick Beaches just a bit further around the corner. The cottage sits on a shared property that boasts beautiful gardens and year round ocean views.

Portsmouth Waterfront Cottage

Our waterfront cottage is a unique property offering style, tranquility, and walking access to Portsmouth’s Market Square. The theme is a blend of New England charm and Scandinavian modern. We offer an amazing view, two decks, a modern kitchen, laundry, and free parking for one vehicle. This premium property sleeps four, counting children. It offers a quiet romantic escape for the discerning traveler, and yet is just a ten minute walk to Market Square.

Peaceful Studio Farmstay with Pasture Views

Welcome to our charming studio apartment overlooking a picturesque dairy farm and flower gardens. Nestled in the peaceful countryside of Eliot, this spacious yet affordable retreat offers rustic elegance without compromising comfort. Our farm is home to chickens, ducks, and geese, adding to your authentic rural experience. Guests are welcome to feed the animals, watch the cows graze, and unwind in the beauty of nature—all just 20 minutes from the beach.

Romantic Mirror cabin in the woods

Stay at Hidden Pines Cabins. The Mirror cabin is Maines only 3 sided floor to ceiling mirrored glass cabin. Unwind in the hot tub while looking up at the sky full of stars. Take a sauna while surrounded by nature all around. Located in the majestic forest of mount Agamenticus, the extensive trail system is off of our road. Short drive to the Ogunquit/York beaches, Outlets at Kittery and near Portsmouth, Dover and Portland restaurant scenes.

The Rafters

The Rafters is a finished studio space above our late 1800s barn. It has beautiful light and feels like a getaway as soon as you open the door. With the proximity to Portsmouth, NH and local attractions in Maine, you can escape to the Rafters, but with the ease of being so close to everything. Our neighborhood is beautiful and you can walk down to many spots that overlook the Piscataqua River. Or Uber home from a fun night in Portsmouth!

Seacoast Escape with a View

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of staying in Kittery Maine’s exclusive waterfront area. • Walk to downtown Portsmouth • Visit Fort McClary • Hike Cutts Island Trail • Visit Crescent and Seapoint beaches • Shop and dine in Kittery’s Wallingford Square, downtown Portsmouth, and the Kittery Outlets. Everything is within fifteen minutes away! See our other home and awesome reviews: airbnb.com/h/pepperrellparadise

Charming Private New England Cape

Quintessential New England Cape-style cottage nestled in the woods of Kittery Maine with fabulous water views of Spinney Creek. Conveniently located to major highways Rte 95, Rte 101, and Rte 93. Minutes away from Kittery Foreside, as well as the Kittery Outlet Malls and the Kittery Trading Post. A quick trip over the bridge, brings you to the historic seaport town of Portsmouth NH.

Seacoast Eco-Cabin in the Woods

The Cabin is a modern yet rustic getaway in York, Maine. Located on a private picturesque property next to our contemporary passive solar residence, minutes from beaches, historic York village, theaters, shops and museums as well as numerous opportunities for hiking and biking. NOTE: Read description of the property to make sure this is a good fit.