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"Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds

Family fun on the beach, with water park, near Dock Square

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

10 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 21650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kennebunkport, ME
  • Kennebunkport Village Green
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Dock Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kennebunkport Harbor
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Kennebunkport

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Kennebunkport awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Kennebunkport Village Green and W. Robert Paine Gallery. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 4.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Kennebunkport holiday home include Dock Square and Moody Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dock Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gooch's Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Walker's Point - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pilot House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bennett's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pedros - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mornings in Paris - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds

Old world elegance. Built in 1848, this fully restored, approximately 7500 sq ft. ten Bedroom Estate on world famous, Ocean Ave. sits just 0.2 of a mile from beautiful Dock Square, and a 30 second drive to the Ocean. Enjoy morning & evening Beautiful Sunrise & sunsets over the River and crashing wave Ocean sounds.

The 'Old River House', sits on the Kennebunk River next to the Arundel Yacht Club. Two public parks sit in front of and along side the Estate.

'The Old River House,' is nestled among the many old Captain's Mansions of the 18th Century. An almost $800,000 renovation in 2010 brings this grand old Captain's mansion back to its original grandeur. Antiques throughout the many rooms and the frequent passing of the Kennebunkport horse drawn carriage brings one back to that slower, more quaint part of American history. Morning coffee and evening drinks on the porch are just perfect for watching the river boat traffic and the children taking sailboat lessons at the 'Arundel Yacht Club' next door.

''The Old Rigging Loft'( Barn) is now, a separate apartment, with Care-takers, and owner / operators, Scott & Cheryl Mahoney on site and available 24 hours for the convenience and comfort of 'Old River House' Guests. We make every effort to assure your 5 Star vacation stay. Just ask !

There are four stair cases, and three levels of living space. New rugs, new bed mattresses, new curtains, new furniture, custom gardening, newly added European and American antique furniture throughout, are a hallmark of the Old River House.

STR License: STR21-00168

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 10 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING, Candles, Fireworks in or near house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

TOILET PAPER ONLY. Please NO Tampons, Diapers, Easy-wipes in toilets. NO GREASE IN SINKS. Pump station will jam / overflow.
WINDOWS: DO NOT OPEN Please. Heat Pump System and A/C system are on constantly
CHECK-OUT: Empty all Refrigerator, and cabinets, countertops of all food, etc. PLACE IN BAGS, and place outside in large Garbage Cans.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Supervised or Lease Violation. Will result termntn

Events

No events allowed
NO WEDDING EVENTS, GROOMSMEN, BRIDESMAIDS STAYS.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING, Candles, Fireworks in or near house.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: NO WEDDING EVENTS, GROOMSMEN, BRIDESMAIDS STAYS.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: NO WEDDING EVENTS, GROOMSMEN, BRIDESMAIDS STAYS. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR21-00168

Property is also known as

Historic-waterfront 'the Old River House'-in Town River House
Historic-waterfront 'the Old River House'-in Town River
Historic-waterfront 'the Old River House'-in Town River House
Historic-waterfront 'the Old River House'-in Town River House
Historic-waterfront 'the Old River House'-in Town River
Historic waterfront 'the Old River House' in Town on River
Historic waterfront 'the Old River House' in Town on River
Historic waterfront 'the Old River House' in Town on River
Historic Waterfront 'The Old River House' In Town on River .

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds ?

Yep, "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds is a short 16-minute walk from Colony Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds ?

No, "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at "Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds ?

No, pets are not allowed.

"Old River House", FAMOUS HISTORIC ELEGANCE. Waterfront/Crashing Ocean Sounds Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 129 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Spacious antique home with all the amenities for a fun family stay. It was comfortable, scenic and within walking distance of shops, restaurants and boating.
Beautiful porch
Such a pretty view
Home big enough for our large group
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan P., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location - across the street from river park, very short walk to restaurants and shops.Comfortable gathering areas in living room and dining room for larger groups. Well equipped kitchen. Nice porch sitting area. Bathrooms are adequate. Ample onsite parking.Nice owner. Scott was helpful in preparing for our stay and responsible be to any needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burton G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gove Memorial

Wonderful experience whole family was together! Couldn't ask for more! Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent to bring family together - something for all ages!

We had a great extended family getaway weekend at Old River House! We had family members ranging from 2 yrs to 86 yrs old and there was something for everyone. The location is amazing, close to everything and was walkable to shopping etc for ALL of us. The hosts were so helpful and responsive when we needed, and otherwise let us enjoy our time. The house is thoughtfully furnished and included everything we needed. The small park area across the street was great for letting the kids get some energy out, and the house had games, puzzles and books to keep people occupied as well. Amazing, priceless memories made, thank you so much to Scott and Cheryl!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jilli A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay - incredible location!!

Staying at the Old River House in Kennebunkport was an absolute delight for me and my eight friends. From the moment we arrived, Scott and Cheryl were incredibly gracious and generous. Although we knew all the bedrooms were on the second and third floors, they went above and beyond by setting up a bed in the spacious dining room for one of our guests who couldn’t manage the stairs. Our friend mentioned it was an extremely comfortable bed! The house itself was immaculate, adorned with beautiful antiques and furnishings. Each room having its own sink was a wonderful surprise and added convenience. The kitchen was fantastic, equipped with amazing appliances, and conveniently located next to the main porch. This made it easy for us to grab a snack or refresh our drinks while enjoying the beautiful view from the porch. Plus, the Nespresso machine available to us was a nice touch! And the location of the Old River House is unbeatable! Whether we were heading out for our Pineapple Ketch sail or making multiple trips into town for breakfast, shopping, or dinner, everything was just a short seven-minute walk away. We are incredibly grateful to our hosts for making our four-day weekend so memorable. I wholeheartedly recommend this VRBO to anyone looking for a large home centrally located in the heart of Kennebunkport that can accommodate many people while still providing everyone with their own bedroom. Cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalton E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf Weekend

12 old friends do a golf weekend in KPT every fall. This property is fantastic for a large group; 10 bedrooms (real bedrooms) and spacious kitchen, living and sitting room; large deck. Best of all, short walk to downtown KPT. Owner lives next door and was so accomidating. An older home, but well maintained and so much charactor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal family reunion site

The 10 bedrooms, generous indoor and outdoor space, made this perfect for our family reunion. We loved being able to visit snd share meals on the veranda or indoors in the ample living space. An added benefit was the location—an easy walk to shops and restaurants in one direction or the ocean in the other direction. The historic house and views of the river were another plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F., Durham, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Great historical charm, ideal location

This house is perfect for a large group that appreciates the history of the Kennebunkport area. You can't beat the location - river views and a 5 minute walk to everything in Dock Square. Scott and Cheryl are terrific hosts, very responsive and welcoming. Our big group loved the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love KPT and Old River House

Wonderful as usual, great for large families, absolutely best porch/view in KPT.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

SFC

Great trip. Again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanmarie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fun

Had an awesome time having a family reunion. Great house with lots of places to stay in a fabulous porch to hang out on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C., Portland, ME

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, Location, Location!

The Old River House is an historical building within walking distance of everything Kennebunk and Kennebunkport have to offer. Scott and Cheryl are there to meet you upon arrival, and are always available for all questions/concerns. Check in/check out is very well laid out and very little is left to chance. Although the property is well maintained and the beds are very comfortable, keep in mind that this is a very old house: steep stairs, a little musty, no modern decor, etc. If you have old relatives, there is no first floor bedroom, and it may be difficult for them to climb the stairs. We were a group of college friends 50+, and it was perfect for us; however, for a family with small children or one with elderly parents, this may not be the ideal place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Don’t recommend staying here

Would not recommend staying here if you appreciate privacy from owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Old River House is perfectly situated within walking distance to town in one direction and along the ocean in the other. It has a nice porch with a view of the harbor. The house is large and ramshackle in a charming way. It is a nicely set up with 3 pretty large rooms downstairs (unusual in a old house). We thought the major drawback down stairs was the furnishings which were mostly antique but not well-suited to a big group. Like all old houses, this one requires maintenance but certainly nothing to keep you from having a wonderful time at the historic Old River House.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Great place for a larger group. Porch is perfect for family time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for anytime of the year

House is awesome Location is perfect and the house welcomes you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old River House

Close to town. Lots of room. Porch is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for large family

We had a great stay! The house was clean and large. Scott was very responsive with our questions regarding our stay and things to do in the area. Great house plenty of room for a large group. Awesome location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K., Kingsland, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent !

Our family of14 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful historic home. Being just a few short blocks walking distance to all of the shops and action in town was awesome. The owners/host were very helpful. Kennebunkport is a beautiful small town and we hope to go back again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D., Metro Boston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming house, terrific location

We are a group of several families who have traveled together for years. The Old River House was perfect for us. It's close enough to the village to walk to restaurants and shops. The river, right across the street, is a great place to put in a kayak, which we did several times. There are jogging and walking opportunities everywhere. We enjoyed wondering about days past in this truly historic building. The kitchen is well appointed. Scott and Cheryl are very responsive hosts and took care of anything that came up. We would (and hope to) come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Sherry H.

Not what expected

We booked a 5 night stay here for our family of 9. Have been coming to Kennebunkport for 30 yrs. Property conveniently located and walkable to town. Traffic on Ocean Ave was noisy. The small park across the street and the kitchen are great. However, we left there feeling disappointed due to the condition of the house. It is falsely advertised as “fully renovated.” It is not. Our recommendations: 1. Bathrooms are old and need remodeling. Plaster on ceiling is falling down and the owner taped paper towel to hold it up. There are no photos showing any of these bathrooms. There was no soap, shampoo, conditioner towel racks anywhere. There is Drainage issue in shower where the water stands for several hours. Not one sink in any bedroom had a towel hook or ring for a hand towel and mirrors were all too small to be helpful. 2. The house needs a good power washing and cleaning. Cobwebs in and out. 3. The bedding needs updating pronto. Quilts are old and worn out, holes in blankets. Upgrading bedding and pillows would make a huge difference. The property has great potential but the owners need to pay attention to detail throughout and remodel the bathrooms. The Removal of personal items would help make quests feel like it’s their home instead of intruding on someone else’s home. Again great potential.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Great Property, Great Property Manager

The house was perfectly located, and very comfortable. The manager/owner was extremely accommodating as well. I highly recommend this house to anyone who stays in Kennebunkport!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

SFC ALUMNI

Great time, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Libby O., Brownsville, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Home

We had a wonderful time in Kennebunkport and the hosts could not have been more gracious and helpful. I thought it might be intimidating to have their family next door, but there are different entries to the two houses, and it did not conflict with feeling that we had the "place to ourselves." The yards/parks across 2 sides of the house were very useful for the kids and for the adults to sit and watch the boats go by. It was expensive, but if that is not an object, this is the place to stay in Kennebunkport with a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021