Title: The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34462877&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport ## Photo gallery for The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport ![Smart TV, books, stereo - The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport (Kennebunk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34462900/34462877/cade9d4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo - The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport (Kennebunk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34462900/34462877/5212acec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport (Kennebunk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34462900/34462877/5cb44438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport (Kennebunk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34462900/34462877/60730d87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport (Kennebunk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34462900/34462877/da9cd1b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away at the end of a quiet road, The Gatehouse is your private haven amidst woods and beaches. Lounge under party lights on the deck or gather around the fire pit as you unwind after exploring Dock Square's shops, entertainment options, and fantastic food just a mile away. This family-friendly retreat boasts 3 bedrooms, an open first floor with kitchen and living area plus outdoor grill for cozy meals. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport Come home from the beach to your private sylvan oasis. Gather around the fire pit or lounge under the party lights on the deck. Conde Nast Traveler named us one of The Best Rental Beach Houses in the U.S.! Explore the many beaches, trails and water activities the Kennebunks have to offer. Dock Square is a mile from the house and has fantastic food, shopping and entertainment options. The Gatehouse is a family friendly getaway. The layout works great for three generation family guests. We are located at the end of a quiet road with large yard and surrounded by woods. Our road is 1 mile from Dock Square and the beaches. Walk to town (sidewalks), play at the beach (parking passes included) and come home to a quiet oasis in the woods. Our road is newly paved, so the kids can bring bikes, skateboards etc. We are close to Mother's Beach and playground, KBIA, Gooch's Beach, Middle Beach, Webhannet Golf Club, The Bridal Trail, The Eastern Trail, whale watching, Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge, over 40 restaurants within 5 miles, and many unique shops and antiques dealers. The house offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open first floor with kitchen, living and eating area as well as an entry room with reading/game table and washer/dryer, front and back decks, large front and back yard, outdoor grill, propane fire-table, and outdoor furniture. The layout works great for three generation family guests. The first floor master for the grandparents with adults and children occupying the upstairs bedrooms. The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed and full bath with tub/shower. Upstairs has a bedroom with a king bed and a loft/bedroom with a queen bed. The upstairs bath has a stand-up shower. The kitchen is fully stocked with typical appliances plus microwave, coffee maker and filters, toaster, lobster pot and utensils. There is parking for up to 4 vehicles and we include two beach parking passes for use at the local beaches. There is a TV with a Roku player and soundbar with Bluetooth. We have also provided books, games, cards, puzzles for your enjoyment. Stay up to date with us on Insta: gatehousekennebunk ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No Smoking in the house ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121110000/121104600/121104549/932eb5f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to a dream cottage morning walks, heated pools, & the best of So Maine Arundel - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=121104549&PinnedHotelID=121104549&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101730000/101728500/101728428/fc0041e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anne's Adagio An Easy Access Cottage, Pool, Clubhouse, Gym, Trails, MORE Arundel - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=101728428&PinnedHotelID=101728428&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102400000/102391800/102391722/201db3bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Picturesque Home with Harbor Views! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar energy Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as The Gatehouse Kennebunk Cape Near Beaches Kennebunkport ## About the area Located in Kennebunk, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bette-Jean's and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Kennebunk travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kennebunk.dx10477) [View more Holiday homes in Kennebunk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kennebunk-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10477-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.36113%2C-70.50130&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8XL9Ee0jbXZX9jPYigcuDBd7oXg=) Kennebunk, ME ### What's nearby - ![Sunrise in Cape Porpoise Kennebunkport, Maine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428147/5d6c19d9-3b31-4a85-b490-1040d8ee5324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kennebunkport Harbor 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - ![Dock Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621579093727/9a12c784-e599-49d3-b938-b8034597f44a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dock Square 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - ![Backside of wooden houses over water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428146/c431833b-cef2-4b98-adf8-8015153901d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kennebunkport Village Green 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - ![Waves brush against the coastline in Kennebunk.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635989194200/5a845d3c-444e-4697-9133-693c6eb676f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kennebunk Beach 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - ![Mother\'s Beach showing a sunset, a beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182987/2cacdb53-2bdd-44d6-9093-a9b244d1acf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mother's Beach 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Wells Regional Transportation Center 13 min drive - Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Alisson's Restaurant 3 min drive - Federal Jack's 3 min drive - Mornings in Paris 3 min drive - Batson River 3 min drive - Pilot House 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport? ### What time is check-in at The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport? ### What time is check-out at The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport? ### Where is The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Gatehouse - Kennebunk Cape near Beach and Kennebunkport Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew C. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Wonderful house with everything a family of four needs. ##### Andrew C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joy C. 1 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and very clean house We had a wonderful long weekend stay. The house is very clean, quiet, and well-stocked. The location is great - on a very quiet road but close to downtown. The check-in and check-out process was seamless, and the Owners are very nice. We look forward to our next stay! ##### Joy C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew C. 14 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience Beautiful, functional house. Very clean with responsive owners. This was our 3rd year staying here. Grateful for the time spent!!!! ##### Andrew C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika B. 29 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean/Private House with Wonderful Outdoor Space! The house was just like the pictures and the hosts were very responsive and helpful! We really enjoyed the outdoor spaces and gas fire pit. Checkin and checkout were both very easy. It was nice to have a beach parking pass available because although there’s a beach only 1.5 miles away, it’s not very walk-friendly (busy roads without sidewalks). I’d definitely recommend staying here! ##### Erika B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen G. 24 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Gatehouse We enjoyed our stay at the Gatehouse! Great location. Short ride into Kennebunkport and beaches. After a day touring Cape Porpoise, Goose Rocks beach, etc. we returned to the house and enjoyed cocktails around the firepit! Peter was quick to respond to my questions. Would like to return to the Gatehouse again! ##### Kathleen G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lydia G. 27 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas in Kennebunkport Great property as described. Loved the fire pit and cozy blankets at night (yes, it was freezing but we sat outside anyway!). Well equipped kitchen for preparing Christmas dinner. The outside lights and holiday pillows throughout the house were a nice touch. Jennifer and Pete are wonderful hosts! ##### Lydia G. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela R. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Above and beyond We had a great stay at the Gatehouse. We found the home to have enough space for all of us (6 adults and a baby), and it was well equipped with everything that we needed, including a crib! Additionally, we really appreciated the beach towels, umbrellas, chairs, and parking passes, which made our beach day perfect. The house comes with a guide book with everything you need to know about the area, as well as recommendations about activities and restaurants. Very helpful! What we all appreciated most of all was the kindness and helpfulness of the hosts. They were quick to respond questions, and really helped us out when our flight was unexpectedly cancelled. They contacted some of their friends, and found us another place to stay for the night. They even loaned us a portable crib and allowed us to use the beach chairs/passes for the day! This was truly above and beyond and will be remembered. ##### Angela R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family gathering We visited family and despite a rainy weekend, we enjoyed the location and had the perfect setting to accommodate the family! Would recommend it ! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend away Property was as advertised. Clean, comfortable and very little traffic as it is away from the main road. Sign in and out was as easy as opening and closing the door.. We will consider staying at this property again..Thank you Peter for the enjoyable stay! ##### Michael B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris C. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay and excellent host! Amazing property with great location and very well stocked with amenities. Really enjoyed our stay and was very relaxing. Thank you!! ##### Chris C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane C. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient to Everything! This lovely home was a clean & peaceful retreat. A short drive to town, shops, restaurants, beach. Definitely would stay here again! ##### Diane C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy W. 22 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house, Great Location House was clean and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked, with nice cookware and dishes. Brand new Weber grill on the deck, and propane fire pit on front porch. Best mattresses we have ever had in a rental property. Nice front and back yards. Close to everything in Kennebunkport and Wells (beaches, restaurants, stores, etc.) We hope to return here next year. ##### Timothy W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### simonne C. 12 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a great find! The Gatehouse was the perfect spot for us! We we in town for a wedding in late September. The Gatehouse had every amenity that we could have asked for! The beds were luxurious and bedrooms / baths were spacious and immaculate! The front deck offered so much space during daytime and the outdoor lighting on the deck let us enjoy into the evenings. This home was well appointed and was certainly a pleasure to stay in! We enjoyed the privacy as well. Can’t wait to find an opportunity to stay again! Thank you again Peter for lending us your beautiful home👍 ##### simonne C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra L., Portsmouth 7 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, quiet but near everything Nestled out of the way on a quiet country rode, we felt secluded and silent (welcomed change for us). Safe for the kids to play outside. Pete and Jen went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. They volunteered a sprinkler for the kids to play. When asked, they brought us a wrench to fix a bike tire. So thoughtful. We were there as two families. It was a little tight as far as living space (not enough couches/lounge chairs for all of us) but we made do. The bedrooms were perfect. The kids got the two twin beds and both parental units got a bedroom. The families split the bathrooms. The kitchen was perfectly stocked and appreciated the coffee! The outside sitting was great!!! So close to downtown Kennebunkport, like 3 minutes. I brought my bike and took some nice 3+ mile rides by the beach. Kayaking was fun, and Portland is 30 minutes away. Highly recommend! ##### Debra L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew C. 30 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 5 stars is not enough What a special place!!! ##### Andrew C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg T. 21 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short title Great stay ##### Gregg T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen A. 21 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### LOVELY PLACE We were all comfortable in this home--2 children, 2 parents, and one grandparent. The home is one mile from Kennebunk. But the most spectacular was the beach with during low tide is an expansive magnificent beach. When we were there the beach was uncrowded--ite was as if it was our own beach. The hosts were available and kind to us, and also respected our privacy. ##### Ellen A. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob M. 25 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gatehouse 8/23 Wonderful stay! Everything was clean, well-equipped, comfortable with AC units in all rooms. Beds were great. Very quiet location but only a 5 minute drive to KBport & just a little longer to the beach. Peter was very helpful - meeting us upon arrival and giving us the quick tour. We would definitely stay here again!! ##### Bob M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Greg P., Carlisle, Ma 31 Aug 2020 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Not as advertised. Beware. Stay away. This was advertised as a quiet property. Upon arrival, there was heavy logging equipment scattered through the backyard. Skid steers, cranes, etc. dealt with loud noise most days. Owner is a spin doctor. Said things like “kids will love the logging equipment” Also, owners office is directly in the back yard. Owner provided no warning ahead of arrival even though he knew they would be active. . Two small air conditioners manage the whole house so it was hot in the rooms that did not have ac. ##### Greg P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen A. 11 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, lovely home!! Our annual trip to Christmas Prelude in Kennebunkport was extra special this year due to the lovely home we stayed in. Complete with lovely Christmas touches, an immaculate and fully stocked home greeted us. Off on a quiet road but less than an mile to downtown Kennebunkport, the location is ideal. Owners were very easy to deal with and communicated regularly. We also enjoyed meeting Rowdy and Coal on the snowy mornings!! We so enjoyed it and will most certainly be back. ##### Kathleen A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriel R., San Diego, CA 23 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet Maine getaway. Cute spot just out of town. It is a cozy cabin and very guest friendly. We enjoyed our stay and would gladly go back. ##### Gabriel R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geraldine P. 6 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute Cottage in the woods Excellent trip and staying at The Gatehouse. It was a perfect girls and daughters weekend retreat. Quiet yet close to everything. Clean and cozy 👍🏼👍🏼 ##### Geraldine P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle D. 9 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous 4th of July family getaway! Rented the house with our daughter and grandkids. House was conveniently located for beaches and Dock Square. Process was smooth and house was cozy, comfortable and well stocked. Met the owner who was very welcoming and accommodating. Had a great stay and hope to go back! ##### Michelle D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019 ---