Romley House

Nestled on pristine Southport Island, this charming 2BR/2BA cottage – affectionately known at Romley House – offers a welcoming respite with picturesque Maine scenery. Interior features include hardwood floors, a fireplace, post and beam ceilings, rustic furnishings, and vintage decor. Your family-friendly getaway also offers prime outdoor living space, with a deck and peekaboo ocean views through spruce trees. Pack a picnic and walk to Hendricks Head Beach or grab lunch from the Southport General Store. Historic downtown Boothbay Harbor is located just 5 miles away. LIVING AREAS Antique furnishings and a fireplace are on display in the living room, outfitted with a futon and two armchairs. Unwind upstairs in the second living area with vaulted ceilings, a flat-screen TV, and cozy window nooks -- perfect for curling up with a book. Catch views of the ocean and Seguin Lighthouse from the expansive windows. KITCHEN & DINING Get cooking in the brand-new gourmet kitchen, equipped with quality stainless steel appliances – including a five-burner gas stove. Convenient gadgets include a toaster, coffee maker, and lobster pot. When it’s time to eat, enjoy meals at the dining table with seating for six. BEDROOMS & BATHS This two-story cottage sleeps six total in two bedrooms and a queen futon in the living room. Two full baths are each stocked with a complimentary supply of toiletries and plenty of plush towels. Make yourself at home in the second-floor master bedroom, furnished with a king bed and flat-screen TV with Chromecast. The en-suite master bathroom has a walk-in shower and a convenient Keurig machine for morning coffee. The second bedroom features a comfy queen bed. A recently renovated second bath with a tub/shower combination is located on the first floor. OUTDOOR AREAS Spend breezy afternoons on the multi-level deck; fire up the grill and share a meal at the six-seat patio table with a view of the water, or sip morning coffee at a bistro table overlooking the garden. The deck also affords a view of the Seguin Island Lighthouse. EXTRA AMENITIES The property offers kid-friendly extras including toys, books, games, and a DVD player. A children’s playground is within walking distance at Southport School. Kayaks are available for rent at nearby Gray’s Campground. New heat pump system was installed Sept. 2042 offering heat and cooling for the entire house. Parking is available for four vehicles in the driveway. A washer/dryer, firewood, and complimentary Wi-Fi are provided. Enjoy the new heating and cooling system! LOCATION Pack a picnic and walk or drive to Hendricks Head Beach. Along the way stop at Possibilities in the Shed, an antique shop owned by a long-time Southport resident. Just 10 minutes away, get swept up in Boothbay Harbor’s seafaring history with a tour of downtown. Walk across the historic 1901 Bridge to the Bridge House -- the longest wooden footbridge in the United States.