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.

Family · Indoor spaces · Getting around

The Nest-Cozy Retreat Near Ogunquit + Portsmouth

Come enjoy a locals Summer this Sept/Oct. Experience York’s coastal charm year-round! 15 minutes to Ogunquit or Portsmouth for shopping, dining, and seasonal events, 25 minutes to Kennebunkport. Hike scenic trails, explore local breweries, or enjoy quiet walks along Long Sands and Short Sands-10 minutes away. On a quiet road with a trailhead just steps away, this retreat offers a private entrance, full kitchen, and W/D. The perfect cozy base for your Seacoast getaway! Part of The Home Away Co.

Family · Kitchen · Comfort

Newly Renovated | Farm Stay | Near Portsmouth!

Welcome to the Brown House at Emery Farm. This recently renovated charming cedar shake farmhouse is situated on 130 picturesque acres, on the oldest family farm in America. If you’re looking for a quintessential New England farm stay experience that offers a quiet peaceful stay, this is the place! • 3 bd | 3 bath | sleeps 6 • Private, quiet, picturesque • Located on a working farm • 2 min walk to Emery Farm Market & Café • 10 min to Portsmouth • Surrounded by nature • EV charger

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Nearby

Fresh Modern Garden Level Kittery Studio

This stylish garden level modern apartment is well located in Kittery and provides local recommendations from the hosts that live in the upper unit. The kitchen is fully stocked with all your cooking and coffee needs, and includes an under-counter fridge, under-counter freezer, and microwave. The house is less than a mile to downtown Kittery and the shipyard gates, and less than two miles to Portsmouth. (All very walkable with sidewalks) Kittery STR License Number: ABNB-25-43

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Amenities

Unique beach house on Long Sand Beach!

Located in front of the sea, The BLUE WAVE is a rare beach home! The wide beach with fine sand allows families and friends to enjoy activities, walk and watch the surfers. The house, with its 4 stylishly decorated rooms, makes for an unforgettable vacation experience. The kitchen is fully equipped. Excellent restaurants and stores await you to make your stay even more unforgettable! SPA OPEN ALL YEAR! The primary guest making the reservation must be at least 21 years old.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Getting around

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).

Family · Indoor spaces · Walkability

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.

Family · Kitchen · Location

History Steps from the Beach

If you’re looking for more space and amenities than staying in a hotel room, but still want the cleanliness and professionalism you’d expect from one, then you may enjoy staying here. Our spacious 3 room, 1,200 square foot historic (c. 1670) one bedroom apartment for two guests has exposed beams, wide pine floors, full bath, kitchenette, and is just a short walk to Long Sands Beach or a short drive to York Beach, York Harbor, or York Village.

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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!

Family · Kitchen · Sleep quality

Charming Coastal Maine Cottage

Charming Coastal cottage on private way. Two bedrooms w 1 bath upstairs. Additional pullout futon in separate room downstairs. Sleeps up to 5. Surrounded by Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, walk to Seapoint Beach, beautiful and peaceful. Large screened porch to relax in. Bird watchers paradise. Eclectic restaurants, galleries, museums, local food purveyors, breweries and more all 10-15 minutes away in Kittery/Portsmouth .

Indoor spaces · Family · Checkout

The Tree Haus in York Heights

Nestled in York Heights, just 1 mi from Long Sands Beach, our stylish retreat is centrally located to all southern Maine has to offer! Whether you are seeking breathtaking views of the iconic Nubble Lighthouse, enjoying the seaside while working remotely, or in need of a relaxing stopover on your way Down East, we welcome you to the Tree Haus.

Family · Kitchen · Value

Small newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment

Newly refurbished 700 sq ft apartment with 2 bedroom, 1 bath, and open concept kitchen/living room in a residential neighborhood. 5-10 walk to brewery and restaurant. 20 min walk to downtown Kittery. 5-10 minute drive to downtown Portsmouth, NH. Easy walk to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. 20 minutes to beaches.

Family · Indoor spaces · Bathroom