Family-friendly vacation rentals in Harpswell

Moss House: A Modern Waterfront Cabin in the Woods

Featured in VOGUE and Maine Home + Design, this modern, handcrafted cabin offers calm Atlantic views, 150 feet of shoreline, and a private dock, perfect for morning coffee, launching a kayak, or watching seals, seabirds, and passing boats. Set among tall pines, it blends Nordic and Japanese influences in a space that is calm and composed. Interiors of wood, stone, lime plaster, and concrete form a grounded, quietly expressive, and sustainably built retreat. 1hr from Portland, but a world apart.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Layout

Slack Tide

Relax on the dock at this stylish private guesthouse and watch the sunset over an expansive tidal cove. This waterfront retreat features a private deck with gas grill and fire pit, a full kitchen and living area with fantastic water views, leather recliner, sofa and cable TV. The bedroom has an adjustable king Tempurpedic bed and a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a large shower, towel warmer, led mirror, hand-held bidet, heated toilet seat and washer/dryer. Wake up to breathtaking water views!

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Laundry

Private guest suite in historic Maine cottage

Come enjoy a relaxing stay in the upstairs of a cozy, historic home nestled on the beautiful coast of Maine. The house is within a 2 minute walking distance from Simpson's Point where you can enjoy swimming, picnics, sunsets, and stargazing. You can expect peaceful, quiet days and evenings with the option to bathe in a skylight-lit bathtub/shower and snuggle up in comfy beds lit by twinkle lights. Rental includes entire upper floor with private entrance along with tv/internet (Netflix only).

Family · Kitchen · Hiking

Sunset Stunner w/summer dock

Relax with the family at this peaceful place to stay. This cozy waterfront home offers a tranquil escape with breathtaking ocean sunset views that paint the sky each evening. Lots of windows and open concept living area provide uninterrupted vistas of the water, allowing golden light to flood the space. The wrap around deck just steps from the water's edge is an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening dinners as the sun dips below the horizon. This charming home blends comfort and nature.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Location

The Copper Fox Treehouse

Named the 10th most spectacular tree house in the world by the BBC Featured in the book: Modern Tree Houses by Taschen Airbnb's Most wishlisted property in Maine in 2025! Come experience the whimsy and craftsmanship of this red fox head shaped treehouse for yourself. The magic of this wild adventure awaits you in the treetops... Come to relax, explore and make lasting memories your family and friends will talk about for years. Follow our journey on IG at @thecopperfoxtreehouse

Family · Kitchen · View

Classic Maine Cottage - dock, sauna & kayaks

The Perfect Maine Cottage! On the edge of the ocean, carefully preserved with traditional details. Charming, open floor plan, with a wall of windows to the ocean. Sunny large wrap-around deck and screen porch creates beautiful outside spaces to enjoy. Perfect for listening to waves and watch lobstermen pull up their traps. Cathedral ceilings and Scandinavian design gives the cottage an exclusive feeling. Gentle stairs lead to the private deep water dock for all kinds of boating.

Kitchen · Family · Sleep quality

The Maine Frame | Modern A-Frame Cabin in Freeport

• Perfect for small families or couples, our signature A-Frame cabin features a modern interior gas burning fireplace, soaring ceilings, huge windows, stylish interiors, and all the comforts of home. • This cozy 1,100 square foot space comfortably accommodates up to four guests in two bedrooms (one with a King-size bed and the other with a Queen-size bed) and a shared bathroom. • 7 minute drive to downtown Freeport. • Proud to be ranked in the top 1% and voted Guest Favorite!

Kitchen · Family · Walkability

Near Beach+Cedar Sauna+Outdoor Shower+Pond+FirePit

Unwind at your own studio cabin with forest views, private sauna & pond! * New Private Cedar & Glass Barrel Sauna * Minutes to Reid State Park Beach & 5 Island🦞 * Fire Pit * Outdoor Shower * Rain Shower & Heated Bathroom Floor * AC/Heat * TV & Record Player w/Vinyl * Fast Wifi *Spruce Studio is one of two cabins on 8 acres right down the road from one of the best beaches in Maine! The cabins are 150ft. apart & separated by a privacy screen and natural landscaping.

Family · Kitchen · Amenities

Bird Watching Paradise Harpswell

Gorgeous brand new 1BR in law unit above the garage in a waterfront property with 1.6 acres big lawn! It is so peaceful just to look outside with the big windows or just grab a drink and have some fresh air on the deck. Watch the wild animal crossing the lawn, maybe you will spot a red fox, ducks and geeks are regular visitors :) Also enjoy the Maine wood trails and bay trails around, this is truly a great place for getaway and enjoy the nature!

Kitchen · Family · Decor

Harpswell Studio on Waterview Property! Lobster!

Cottage Style Studio! Spacious , inviting, comfy, bright! Easy drives to Harpswell’s 216 miles of coastline via coastal and wooded trails- several accessible ones, lovely side roads, small beaches and preserves. Fresh lobster and seafood! Popham Beach and Reid State Park with expansive beaches are 35 minutes or less away. 35 minutes to Portland, 25 minutes to Freeport, 15 minutes or less to Brunswick, Bath, Topsham, Bowdoin College.

Indoor spaces · Family · Quiet

Beautiful Designer's Hideaway on the Maine coast!

Welcome to our chic & cozy rental cottage located in Harpswell, Maine, a tranquil coastal town known for its picturesque harbors, pristine beaches, and rich maritime history. Our charming cottage is the perfect retreat for families, couples, or anyone seeking a peaceful getaway amidst the beauty of nature. You won't find anything like it on the Maine Coast! Wake up to seals, geese, eagles and more right outside your window.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · View

Waterfront Cottage On Basin Cove - Amazing Sunsets

Bright, airy cottage right on Basin Cove,a tidal cove in Harpswell Maine. Cool breezes with pristine views, especially for the sunsets over the cove. At the end of Harpswell Neck, so it feels like you're far away, but still only an hour from Portland, 1/2 hour from Freeport & 15 minutes from Brunswick. Use it as your hub to explore Midcoast Maine or hunker down and enjoy the screened in porch after a swim in the cove.

Family · Indoor spaces · Shared spaces