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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Kitchen
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area

Westport Island, ME
- Monkey C Monkey DoPlace, Monkey C Monkey Do8 min drive
- Castle TuckerPlace, Castle Tucker15 min drive
- Wiscasset Historic DistrictPlace, Wiscasset Historic District15 min drive
- Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)57 min drive
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About the area
Wiscasset
Located in Wiscasset, this vacation home is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Monkey C Monkey Do and Long Ledge. .This family-friendly vacation home is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Castle Tucker and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Wiscasset Historic District.
What's nearby
- Monkey C Monkey Do - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
- Castle Tucker - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
- Wiscasset Historic District - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
- Lincoln County Jail Museum - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
- Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
Getting around
- Brunswick Station - 29 min drive
- Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Circle K - 11 min drive
- Jodie’s Cafe & Bakery - 10 min drive
- Dunkin' - 11 min drive
- Bath Ale Works - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway!
Come see the lights at Coastal Mine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay for the holiday season.
Beautiful Log Cabin and Coastal Cottage on the Sheepscot River with deep water dock available for your Maine Coast adventure! This newly appointed home is perfect for multiple families of relatives or friends to share and enjoy. The main house is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath log cabin with extensive deck and pool. A short walk away is a separate 2 story cottage with game room, kitchenette, and bunk room, creating the perfect separation of space for kids and adults or for separate families. Both structures are included in this listing.
Newly renovated with all new furnishings, bedding and linens, and kitchenware. Shimmering River Retreat is perfect for 2-3 families (4 queen beds and 6 twin beds); whether it be extended family for a reunion or friends looking to spend time together. Adults and children will both enjoy everything the home has to offer.
Come relax at this well appointed riverfront home on historic Westport Island. Spacious home with 200' of river frontage with floating deep water dock makes the perfect getaway. Private and secluded location with ample grounds for relaxation and exploration. The home comes with a fully equipped kitchen, game/theater room, huge deck and pool to enhance your vacation getaway. Home is located on the tidal Sheepscot River, providing excellent paddling and boating experiences. Minutes from historic Wiscassett, Bath, Boothbay Harbor, and Maine beaches and trails, as well as other local attractions makes this home a prime location for you vacation getaway.
The main living area has a cathedral ceiling and large dining table with open kitchen, perfect for your family or friend gatherings. There are four bedrooms in the main house, 2 full baths, and a half bath with full laundry room. Amenities include linens and towels, washer/dryer, gas grill, Smart TV's, and wireless internet.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your vacation feasts, electric glass cooktop oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, electric griddle, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, and blender. Large pennisula provides ample prep space.
Large deck off the kitchen and a large gas grill provides amazing views of the river. Floating dock with swim ladder, boardwalk, and multiple kayaks and a canoe ensure you can have fun on the water. Dock can moor boats or jet skis and is equipped with shore power.
Game room/Theater is separated from the main house and includes a bunk room that sleeps 4, and a futon that could accommodate more. The separate cottage ensures that the night owls wanting to stay up late and play don't disturb the early to bed crowd. Large Smart HDTV as well as ping pong table round out this large space made to entertain. Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, and plenty of space helps make this a perfect hang out spot for all. Cottage includes a full bath with shower to help accommodate all of your guests. After Oct 31 the cottage will be winterized and no water will be available. A kerosene monitor heater is available to heat the space when occupied.
Parking is available for six vehicles. Yard space is perfect for a game of catch, bocce, or kicking a ball around.
The property is montitored by external security cameras during periods of non occupancy. There is one camera facing and covering every entrance (total of 4) and are only in use when the house is unoccupied.
Property not available, or curious about the experience you may have? Check out an alternative experience we offer in the Sebago Lake Region bath Shimmering Cove. vrbo/4997008
Beautiful Log Cabin and Coastal Cottage on the Sheepscot River with deep water dock available for your Maine Coast adventure! This newly appointed home is perfect for multiple families of relatives or friends to share and enjoy. The main house is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath log cabin with extensive deck and pool. A short walk away is a separate 2 story cottage with game room, kitchenette, and bunk room, creating the perfect separation of space for kids and adults or for separate families. Both structures are included in this listing.
Newly renovated with all new furnishings, bedding and linens, and kitchenware. Shimmering River Retreat is perfect for 2-3 families (4 queen beds and 6 twin beds); whether it be extended family for a reunion or friends looking to spend time together. Adults and children will both enjoy everything the home has to offer.
Come relax at this well appointed riverfront home on historic Westport Island. Spacious home with 200' of river frontage with floating deep water dock makes the perfect getaway. Private and secluded location with ample grounds for relaxation and exploration. The home comes with a fully equipped kitchen, game/theater room, huge deck and pool to enhance your vacation getaway. Home is located on the tidal Sheepscot River, providing excellent paddling and boating experiences. Minutes from historic Wiscassett, Bath, Boothbay Harbor, and Maine beaches and trails, as well as other local attractions makes this home a prime location for you vacation getaway.
The main living area has a cathedral ceiling and large dining table with open kitchen, perfect for your family or friend gatherings. There are four bedrooms in the main house, 2 full baths, and a half bath with full laundry room. Amenities include linens and towels, washer/dryer, gas grill, Smart TV's, and wireless internet.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your vacation feasts, electric glass cooktop oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, electric griddle, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, and blender. Large pennisula provides ample prep space.
Large deck off the kitchen and a large gas grill provides amazing views of the river. Floating dock with swim ladder, boardwalk, and multiple kayaks and a canoe ensure you can have fun on the water. Dock can moor boats or jet skis and is equipped with shore power.
Game room/Theater is separated from the main house and includes a bunk room that sleeps 4, and a futon that could accommodate more. The separate cottage ensures that the night owls wanting to stay up late and play don't disturb the early to bed crowd. Large Smart HDTV as well as ping pong table round out this large space made to entertain. Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, and plenty of space helps make this a perfect hang out spot for all. Cottage includes a full bath with shower to help accommodate all of your guests. After Oct 31 the cottage will be winterized and no water will be available. A kerosene monitor heater is available to heat the space when occupied.
Parking is available for six vehicles. Yard space is perfect for a game of catch, bocce, or kicking a ball around.
The property is montitored by external security cameras during periods of non occupancy. There is one camera facing and covering every entrance (total of 4) and are only in use when the house is unoccupied.
Property not available, or curious about the experience you may have? Check out an alternative experience we offer in the Sebago Lake Region bath Shimmering Cove. vrbo/4997008
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchenette
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Firepit
- Garden
- Gas grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Kayak
- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
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