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Cozy and charming coastal retreat

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Terrace/patio
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy and charming coastal retreat

Located in Phippsburg’s charming West Point , 1 Newbury Point, affectionately known as The Schoolhouse, is a beautifully restored historic building with a rich past. Once a cherished schoolhouse and later a renowned boathouse, this distinctive property now blends its storied heritage with artistic charm, inviting design, and stunning light-filled rooms. Its thoughtfully curated interior features soaring ceilings, warm wood accents, and stylish yet comfortable furnishings that create a space perfect for relaxation and reflection.

Enjoy morning coffee outside or on the upstairs balcony overlooking the wooded forest and hear the birds and distance sounds of ocean waves. Our back patio with a firepit is the perfect setting to enjoy evening cocktails and gaze at the star-filled sky.

The open kitchen is stocked with all the essential appliances for bakers, chefs, and coffee lovers. We have plenty of toys, books, and games for kids and adults alike, including a game room with a foosball table and a chalkboard wall to keep the spirit of the schoolhouse alive!

Beyond its walls, the area invites exploration and adventure. Hike through nearby trails, discover the serene coastline of The Basin Preserve, or visit Wallace Circle — a working fishing village where you can buy fresh lobster or enjoy oysters harvested straight from the waters. For an unforgettable evening, take a sunset cruise to explore historic islands like Malaga Island, rich with stories of the past.

Nearby beaches such as Popham Beach (free pass to Popham comes with rental) and Head Beach are always a favorite and provide pristine sands, coastal trails, and endless views of the Atlantic. Whether you're drawn to its history, artistic ambiance, or the natural beauty that surrounds it, The Schoolhouse offers a memorable escape where Maine’s coastal charm comes to life.

Property manager

Emily West

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Phippsburg, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Popham Beach State Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Hunnewell Beach - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Popham Beach - 14 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 33 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spinney's Oceanfront Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Quahog Lobstermen's Co-Op - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Small Point Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lobster House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farming, Food, and Flowers by Jess - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy and charming coastal retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy and charming coastal retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy and charming coastal retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy and charming coastal retreat located?

This family-friendly Phippsburg vacation home is located by the sea, steps from Casco Bay, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Head Beach and Popham Beach State Park. Hunnewell Beach and Popham Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Cozy and charming coastal retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique place in a great location.
The schoolhouse is open and airy with two huge common spaces and wonderfully decorated down to every detail. Our young adult sons had plenty of space to hang out, which can otherwise be challenging! Location is great - close to Popham Beach, Bath, not far from Brunswick. Definitely recommend this place very highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, character and space!
We had another great stay at the schoolhouse. The privacy yet short drive to Popham and hiking trails is one of our favorite things about the house. There is plenty of space for older kids to find their own area and for the younger kids to play epic games of hide and seek! The amenities and convenient touches are thoughtful and appreciated. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Craftsbury, VT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Find!
Our daughter found this place and invited us to come stay with her husband and 2 young children. The home could not have been more inviting. We enjoyed the attention to every little detail in their choice of decor, so inspiring! The host was very accessible when we reached out with questions. I imagine we will want to return again some day and highly recommend this beautiful home so close to our favorite family beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So gorgeous and amazing for our young family!
We loved staying here, the hosts thought of everything and made our stay incredibly easy! It was gorgeous, well-kept, and looked even better in person! Although we adored our stay, I do wish I had known that you can't use the bathtub and are encouraged to conserve as much water as possible. With small children, this was tricky (plus I really wanted a bath). This is due to the water system, which is totally understandable with a building as old and preserved as it is, but I wish I known in the listing before I arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia D., Rhode Island

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Birthday Gateaway
Great home & area to celebrate a couple of family birthdays. Cozy & comfortable and very spacious. There was everything and some bonus amenities to make our stay awesome. The game room was fun along with the various books to read. Patio fire pit was great on the cool nights. Family looks forward to returning during a different time of year to explore the area better. Emily - Thank you having us & for having an amazing property. Claudia
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway
Wonderful space to spend time in. We were a bit disappointed at the house's placement as there is no easy way to get to the ocean. However, Popham Beach is worth the 6 mile drive and Emily provided a free beach pass. Also of note is that there is only one bedroom with a door, the other spaces are truly lofts. This worked fine for us. The house is comfortable and spacious and Emily was attentive and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M., Charlottesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Amazing house
The house is amazing, with two big living rooms and a small but workable kitchen space in one of them. It clearly has a long history, and not just as a school--I doubt that the barn doors were used by students! The hosts are friendly and responsive. The one caution I would add is that the two-bed room is only accessible via a ladder in the full-bed room, and there is no door between the two. So the people who use those two rooms should know each other well! The king-bed room is in the attic. It's a hot space but is made comfortable with the help of an efficient room air conditioner. That room also has a trundle bed in it. The beds are all very comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Former School House with plenty of room for family activities
The property was clean and well stocked with everything you need. We were greeted with fresh flowers and homemade baked goods. The property owner was very responsive to communications and provide a folder with everything you need concerning the house and local attractions. It was a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tod H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wood Stove Heat
This is a beautiful place with a fabulous kitchen and great light through large windows. Before our reservation was confirmed, the owner wanted to make sure that we understood that the house is primarily for summer use and was not equipped with central heat or heat pump. But she said that there was a wood stove. This was true. There were two wood stoves, but only one was operational. That wood stove was incapable of heating this house with twenty foot ceilings, big drafty windows and no insulation. Our weather was good, 60s in the day and 40s overnight with light wind. Despite this, the house was cold throughout our stay even after lighting the wood stove. We are from Oregon and are accustomed to cold temps. Frankly, the rent was too high for this shoulder season. The owners should discount the rent significantly for this season if they intend to continue to rent it in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid D., Edwards

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
The house is very comfortable. We enjoyed the fire pit. Kitchen is great. Heaters helped a great deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kellen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit!
My family and I really enjoyed our time in this unique, well appointed rental. It's a great location for unwinding and taking in the coast of Maine. Not only was Emily a great hostess, she provides a pass to Popham Beach, which was really convenient. Fresh oysters and lobsters are just a mile down the road. I'd recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing space! Highly recommend!
I can’t say enough wonderful things about this property. Emily was helpful and accommodating and the house is completely charming and incredibly well appointed. All the gear you could need for the beach and more! There were plenty of games and activities for our three kids (6,8 &12). Great location, secluded but walking distance to lobsters off the boat and a short drive to Popham beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nipha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts
My family and I had a great time at West Point. Emily was an amazing host. I had some complications/changes with our reservation and Emily went out of her way to help me. Our boys (9 and 11) had so much fun they did not want to leave. They loved all of the activities available inside the home - toys, books, foosball, basketball and crafts. Thank you Emily!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely well equipped, historic home in beautiful Maine!
We were all very happy with our stay at this property. We had ample space for up to six people - only three of us ended up spending the night but three others spent time with us during the day off and on throughout our five night stay. Kitchen and bath and bedrooms were well supplied to meet all of our needs. We only had two issues to report and Emily was quick to reply and provided satisfactory resolutions. Thanks for making our stay so comfortable. We will happily recommend this site to others!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jess R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family vacation
This home is so great! Our families had a fantastic stay. Emily was both communicative and a great host- with fresh flowers and a bottle of Prosecco waiting for us at arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frannie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schoolhouse Stay
We had a wonderful time staying at the Schoolhouse for a second year! We rented last year for a week and decided to try two weeks this summer. Emily and Joseph are the new owners of the property. They have kept the same airy and casual feel of the place that we fell in love with, but they have also added a number of amenities, including a new patio w/fire pit, a washer/dryer, and some ridiculously comfortable furniture and bedding. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect fall week!
We had a wonderful week enjoying the fall colors and the beautiful scenery in Maine. The house was comfy and in a good location. We had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great break and place
My family (and dog) stayed here for the month of September. It was a perfect fit. The large house has a nice vibe, the kids loved the rooms and the location, and the history of the house and the village added a nice element. There are a lot of great places to hike and see the beach nearby, though you do need to walk along an often quiet road with no shoulder to get to West Point.

10/10 Excellent

Casey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The PERFECT place to stay!
This home and the hosts are absolutely wonderful. Everything about our month-long stay was just perfect--from the kindness of Patty and Justin, their INCREDIBLE recommendations, and the comfort of the schoolhouse. It truly could not have been better and we are so grateful that we were able to have such a wonderful trip because of them and their gorgeous home. We would rent this house again in a heartbeat. Patty and Justin, thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frannie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week at Newbury Pt.
Our family has fallen in love with this unique house. Plenty of space for our teen & tweener to enjoy, yet an open, light and airy layout. Extremely clean and well-appointed. Close to so many of our favorite places in Phippsburg and Bath. We will definitely come again next summer. Thank you so much, Patty and Justin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grace K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Family Vacation
We stayed with young children (9 & 4) in this unique schoolhouse. It is situated close to Popham Beach and Hermit Island, along with delicious lobster and quiet coves. We absolutely loved our stay here. House is filled with interesting and fun things. It doesn't have a backyard (but on a deadend street so plenty of other places to run around in). We loved exploring this part of Maine from here, and we'll be back!

10/10 Excellent

diane r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique rental
A fantastic authentic and wonderful house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would do it again!
It was great! Beautiful well equipped kitchen. Areas to relax and read. Many beaches to explore and look for shells.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home!
Such a beautiful and unique listing. Stayed there with friends and wished we had more time just to relax at the house! We did make it down to the beach though, and had just a really lovely time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility on the coast of Maine
The house is immaculate and beautiful. Patty is a welcoming host and is quick to answer any questions. My family spent several relaxing days visiting our favorite local spots (Popham beach, 5 Islands Lobster, Bath, Frosty's donuts, Wiscasset, etc.), all of which are all close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019