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Explore 40 vacation rentals in Bristol

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Bristol vacation rentals start at $168 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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30 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of Bristol vacation rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Bristol stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Quaint & Peaceful Designer's Oceanfront Cottage
Coco Cottage is a peaceful, cliffside escape with stunning 180° views of Harpswell Sound. Located at the end of a private road, it’s perfect for a designer’s retreat or family getaway. Three bedrooms—two queens, plus a twin/office combo—make it ideal for remote work or rest. Relax fireside and watch a movie, dine on the patio, read on the dock, or explore the amazing trails, beaches, seafood and sunsets of Harpswell. Enjoy oceanfront tranquility just 15minutes from Bowdoin College and Brunswick.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviews
Lobstermen's ocean-front cottage
Be our guests & experience the life & beauty of Midcoast Maine. Relax with ocean views, warm up in the sauna or take a refreshing dip. Our cottage is part of Gurnet Village, an over 100-year-old working lobstering & oyster farming property on historic Route 24, between Brunswick & Harpswell. Expect boats, workers, road traffic, gear, and the occasional sounds & smells of a real Maine working waterfront. All rooms have ocean views, with access to the tidal beach & floating dock (May-Dec).
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews
Waterfront Getaway & Scenic View
A private waterfront cottage nestled away in the town of Edgecomb; “in the southern part of Lincoln County, which is situated upon the peninsula formed by the Sheepscot and Damariscotta Rivers, having Newcastle on the north and Boothbay upon the south. The cottage sits on an acre of land and is surrounded by beautiful forest and a view of the hallmark village, Wiscasset. Perfect place for couples, family, or friends to spend the summer/fall/vacation or getaway by the river's edge.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
The Cottage at the McCobb House
Freshly renovated inside and out, the cottage is your private Maine camp. Located on an acre and a half of wooded grounds, and surrounded by forest, the cottage feels secluded, but it’s only a mile to the restaurants, shops, and waterfront attractions of bustling Boothbay Harbor. With hiking trails in the Pine Tree Preserve that adjoins the property and the Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve a five minute walk up the road, you can also explore nature and enjoy the solitude of the woods.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 498 reviews
Charming Cottage With Spectacular Water View
Find peace and serenity as you gaze at the glistening waters of the Sheepscot River. Our property sitting on Davis Island in Edgecomb, Maine overlooks the quaint town of Wiscasset, providing a calm atmosphere, stunning evening sunsets, and panoramic views. Located within the Sheepscot Harbour Village Resort, you are in a prime location to have access to local shops, antique markets, and restaurants. Take a stroll down to the Pier where you can experience the water up close.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 387 reviews
Spruce Tops Cottage
Spruce Tops is a single family cottage, situated near the mouth of New Harbor. You can hear the ocean waves and the bell buoy. Enjoy your coffee on the screened in porch watching the boats coming and going. A well equipped kitchen has an island eating area, the comfy living room has a ceiling fan, as does the master bedroom, with a queen bed and french doors to the fully screened in porch. Bathroom equipped with shower. Owners located across street if needed.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
Cottage on an island on the end of a peninsula W
Compass Rose Way Cottages are on Rutherfords Island in South Bristol, Maine. There are four cottages, we rent two of the four, North and West, both are two bedroom, one bathroom, both with an open concept living room and kitchen. Cottages are less than 1/3 mile from downtown South Bristol and the ocean. We are about 14 miles from Damariscotta, Pemaquid Point, and other mid coast Maine towns. Our electricity is provided by our solar array that is grid connected.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Timeless Tides Cottage
This comfortable 2 bedroom, one bathroom, A-frame pine cottage is set on its own point with 350 feet of waterfront! Cook out on the grill, lounge on the deck or dock while taking in the wildlife on a beautiful tidal river. Watch nesting Bald Eagles and Great Blue Herons fishing! There is plenty of sight-seeing in this picturesque area. Rockland is just 10-minutes away where you can enjoy shopping, restaurants, museums, galleries, lighthouses and festivals.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews
Coastal Cotton Cottage on Sheepscot Harbour
Coastal Cotton Cottage is on beautiful Davis Island in a peaceful setting by the sea. Open the French doors from the living room and step out onto the spacious front porch to watch the sun set across Wiscasset Harbor. This cottage features two bedrooms downstairs and one single bed in the loft. NEW UPDATES THIS SPRING! Our cottage has been recently updated with fresh paint, new towels and new coastal interior decor.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Adorable Year Round Cottage - Walk to Town!
You will love our waterfront cottage located on Mill Cove in downtown Boothbay Harbor which is a few minute walk to the center of town! Our cottage is a quaint, comfortable home with all the amenities that you could want. Our goal is to ensure that you have a most wonderful vacation. A new heating and air conditioning system guarantees comfort any time of year.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Captains View at Pemaquid Point
Brand New Construction 2021!! Sitting on almost 3 acres on Pemaquid Point with ocean view, beautiful sunsets, pounding surf, white sand beach, tidal pools, and your own cathedral forest to play in , have a picnic or whatever you want- Captains View is part of Cottages at the Point and is the sister cottage to Arch Angel. Rent one or both!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
Cottage on a wharf in a fishing village
Think..ocean, tides, lobster, fishermen, boats, two marinas, magnificent sunrise and sunsets, gateway to Rutherford Island and Christmas Cove, scenery, on a wharf in a working waterfront, friendly locals, buy lobster across the street at Osier’s cafe..eat in privacy on your own deck..magic, educational and authentic Maine!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviewsPopular amenities for Bristol cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Owls Head Oceanview Cottage Cedar Hot Tub/Sauna
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews
Canoe House Bungalow and Spa Retreat, Searsport
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Nashport on the Penobscot
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews
Megunticook Retreat
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Oceanfront Shore Cottage - Newly Renovated
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews
Lake House: hot tub, FREE GOLF, 3 bedrooms, 7 beds
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
Lovely 2-Story Cottage w/ Hot Tub & AC by Downtown
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews
Surf Inn #2
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviewsPet-friendly cottage rentals

Cottage by the sea private oceanfront shoreline
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews
Call of the Loon - Water Edge Lake House
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Quiet cottage on the bay
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
Popham - Tidewater Beach House!
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Islesboro Boathouse
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
Waterscape Cottage - private waterfront
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviews
Cottages at Oakland Seashore (Cottage #8)
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
Pet Friendly Audubon Bring Your Fishing Gear!
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviewsPrivate cottage rentals

4br2ba House+parking@PeacefulOasis on Munjoy Hill
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 305 reviews
Secluded Coastal Home & Cottage 3 Minutes to Beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Dreamy Post&Beam Hideaway Near Portland & Freeport
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 483 reviews
Classic Maine Cottage - dock, sauna & kayaks
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
Cozy waterfront home on Merrymeeting Bay.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 306 reviews
Charming Coastal Maine Cottage
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviews
Low Tide Cabin (3 Min Walk to Beach!)
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 91 reviews
Water's Edge Cottage in Phippsburg, Maine
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 91 reviewsDestinations to explore
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