Home to around 25,000 citizens, the city of South Portland is the fourth largest city in Maine. It is located just south of the city of Portland, where it got its name. It was first established in 1630 and became a city in 1895. Because of its location right beside the ocean, you will surely enjoy the sights of the waters, beaches, docks, and lighthouses. The city is also near Portland, where all exciting things in Maine can be found. Make sure to stay at the best Airbnb vacation rentals In South Portland, Maine which are featured in this article.
1. Nice apartment in a quaint farmhouse (from USD 161)
Located just across the bridge to downtown Portland, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment in a quaint farmhouse offers a very peaceful place for you to stay. The place offers a very homely feeling during your stay. It comes with a kitchen that has everything you need to prepare your own meals while you’re in the city. Start the day right by having a hearty breakfast in their deck and front porch. It is just a walking distance to shopping areas, beaches, and walking paths.
South Portland apartment in great central locationSouth Portland, Maine, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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the dining room included lovely fresh flowers and extra chairswe were able to enjoy time on the deck and found all the accommodations comfortable for our staythe apartment is spacious and clean with all the amenities you could ask forflowers on the table wine waiting for us and sparkling cleanCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableawesome place clean and comfortablesparkling clean and close to everythingnice place; spacious; clean; good location; good amenitiesclean comfortable and close to all local sightsHost:
kim and ken are excellent hostskim and ken were fantastic hostsadditionally our hosts were extremely accommodating and responsivekim was super responsive and helpfula wonderful stay and wonderful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this apartment is absolutely perfectthis location is great the neighborhood is calm and charming while also being close to downtownabsolutely recommend this location and we will be returning wonderful experience for the pricegreat central location in south portland & very cute apartment with plenty of space for two people
2. Lovely apartment at the hill top (from USD 84)
Located just a few minutes to Portland, local beaches, state parks, restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, and other places of interest, this lovely apartment in the Meeting House Hill area of South Portland has everything you need during your stay. The place is perfect for couples, small families, and lone travelers. A double bed is in a nook next to the fully equipped kitchen, while a futon can be found in the living room.
Top of the Hill So Po In LawSouth Portland, Maine, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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very comfortable apartment with all the amenitiesgreat amenities; wifi snacks seltzer cable and hbo perfect location and cozyspace was clean and comfortable and had all the amenities for an easy week-long staynice 1 bedroom w/ kitchen bath and living roomCleanliness:
clean and homeyher apartment was clean and welcomingthe place was well-maintanence and cleanspotless pest free studio aptthe apartment was very clean and full of personal touches that made it homey and comfyHost:
vickie was kind and graciousvickie was extremely quick with responses and was very helpfulvickie is a fantastic hostvickie is a friendly and hospitable hostvicki's advice on local places to visit is very helpful and she was very quick with communicationsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just a quick 10 min drive from downtown portlandthe location is perfect for heading into downtown portlandthe location is great and the accommodation is greatit is a perfect location to see the greater portland areavicki's place is awesome great location and private area
3. Quaint yet modern New England home (from USD 390)
Located at the very posh Knightville district in South Portland, this old New England Home has undergone several modern upgrades for a very exciting stay while you’re in the city. Enjoy all the conveniences of the whole house that has three bedrooms and two bathrooms to accommodate up to six guests. It is perfect for renting out by large families or groups of friends. The Old Port, Casco Bay, Greenbelt and the best restaurants are just a few steps away from the home. There’s also a deck off of your bedroom for you to sip your coffee as you wake up in the morning.
Prime location, Charming spaceSouth Portland, Maine, United StatesAccommodates: 6
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she had wifi (which made the kids happy) and a folder full of information that was very usefullots of comfortable places to sit and relaxsuper comfortable with everything you need to have a lovely sopo experiencewe had a wonderful experience the house had plenty of room for 5 of usthe kitchen was a good size and worked well for our family breakfastsCleanliness:
very clean well stocked and convenientit was clean and had everything we neededbesides that the house was very clean comfortable and conveniently locatedthe house was very clean and made for a pleasant retreat when we needed some down timealyssa made sure everything was clean and all sorts of things were available (like beach towels and chairs)Host:
alyssa was a great host and very accommodatingalyssa is a great host she took care of all the details from the first momentalyssa was very accommodating allowing us to check in early and very responsive to all of my questionsalyssa was a great host and very communicativealyssa was very helpful and made sure we had what we would need for our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was ideal for uslocation location location this was the perfect locationthe location was absolutely perfectamazing house in an amazing locationgreat house in a great location
4. Comfy and cozy bungalow from the 1930s (from USD 130)
You will surely feel like you’re at home in this comfy and cozy bungalow from the 1930s. Start your day right by having breakfast in their deck and play in their large back yard. The recently renovated home offers great amenities such as parking, grill, cable TV, Wi-Fi, a stereo system, and lawn games. The three bedrooms contain two queen beds, a pull-out couch, and a full futon to sleep up to eight guests. It is also located right near South Portland’s best attractions, shops, restaurants, and markets.
SoPo Bungalow (House) town & beach!South Portland, Maine, United StatesAccommodates: 8
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the pull-out couch bed was not great but the rest of it was goodprivate rooms with large communal space very cleanthere were 8 of us that stayed and the amount of room we had was perfectthe house was very clean and comfortable and offered all of the necessary amenities plus moreit's very comfortable his furnishings have charm and it's a mere 10-minute drive (if that) to downtown portlandCleanliness:
rooms were clean and tidythe house is clean organized and comfortablethe house was beautiful clean and comfortablethe house was adorable and very clean and organizedben’s place was very clean and spaciousHost:
ben was a great hostben is a great hostben was a great host and has a lovely homethank you ben for being such a great hostben was a great host and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and comfortable housefor us the location was perfectthe nearby public park is a wonderful picnic locationben's place is in a great locationi highly recommend this location
5. Chic apartment in Ocean Street
Stay right at the heart of South Portland in this one-bedroom apartment that can sleep up to four people. It is located at Knightville, South Portland’s bustling downtown district. It is just a few steps away from everything you need, like grocery stores, restaurants, shops, and tourist spots. The apartment features a spacious room with a sleeping nook, a private bedroom, and full bathroom. It also has a kitchen that comes with a full-sized stainless steel refrigerator, a deep stainless sink, and a four burner gas range.
Knightville Landing - Chic Ocean Street ApartmentSouth Portland, Maine, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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beautiful apartment with lots of amenitiesthe apartment is honestly much nicer than the photos and in a very quirky houseall the amenities you need in an apartment with some additional touches that made it a wonderful stayCleanliness:
clean cozy and the communication was above parvery nice and clean apartmentthe apartment was very clean and the beds are very comfortablethe apartment was clean and comfortableit was super clean spacious and nicely decoratedHost:
also very helpful hostskiley and sam were very responsive to any questionsthey also have very helpful recommendations and resourceskiley and sam were so responsive to questionsthey are more than pet friendly and my pup enjoyed snacking on treats providedRead more reviewsLocation:
cute space great locationthis location is primo if you like to walk which we dogreat place close to everythingthis place and location were great stylish digsgreat space in a great location
6. Quiet apartment with stunning mountain views
Enjoy a very peaceful stay in South Portland in this quiet two-bedroom unit. It offers spectacular views of Mt. Washington and is also just a few miles away from the old port and the best beaches. There’s two queen-sized beds, cable TV, Wi-Fi access, full kitchen, laundry facilities, office desk and parking slots for two that you can enjoy in this unit.
Best of South PortlandSouth Portland, Maine, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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a few minor things we would have liked in the space but overall a really comfortable stayjacob was very responsive and helpful and we had a very comfortable stayCleanliness:
extremely clean and comfortable bedsplace was clean and accessiblesuper spacious clean and easyhis space was clean and well keptclean well stocked very responsive and accommodating hostHost:
jacob was a great hostthe host was extremely helpful and easy to work withright from the start jacob was responsive when we had any questionsfabulous quick communication from the ownerjacob is super helpful and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
it is the perfect locationgood value close to downtown portlanda great location if you have a car or bike for a short ride into towngreat location spacious apartment and absolutely darlinga good location close to portland and beaches
7. Convenient apartment near to everything
This single-bedroom apartment right at the heart of South Portland offers a very accessible location to every sight and attraction in the city. It is just minutes to the lighthouses and beaches. The apartment comes with a large fenced backyard, comfy beds, private entrance, fast Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and cable TV.
★Parking★Porch★110mbps★AC★Dog Yard!★Wags!★SmartTV★South Portland, Maine, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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we enjoyed the coffee and air conditioningthe most comfortable mattress i ever slept onthey really took good care of us we were comfortable sleeping and dining in our kitchenettethe space is huge and very cozythe bed is incredibly comfortable and there is a good book selection in the living roomCleanliness:
very clean and well maintainedeverything was clean and comfortableclean comfortable and hospitablethe apartment was very clean and was described well in the descriptionthe space was great incredibly convenient hospitable clean the communication was greatHost:
peter and sabrina were excellent hostspeter and sabrina were wonderful hostspeter and sabrina were wonderful hoststhey were very kind and made us feel super welcomethey were communicative and kind throughout our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and close proximity to central portlandgreat location and only a few minutes from downtown portlandgreat location less than 10 minutes from downtown portlandgood location easy access to downtown portland via uberthe location is great- easy to find and close to so much (so many great local restaurants )
8. The Beverly Place
The Beverly Place is a very charming apartment that is located just a few miles away from Wilard Beach and downtown Portland. It features a well-lit open concept design with its own private entrance, parking for two cars, and all of the amenities you need for an amazing stay in Maine. Aside from the basic amenities, you are also invited to use their bikes, locking shed, beach chairs, games and patio space.
Beverly Place - The Perfect Portland Getaway SpaceSouth Portland, Maine, United StatesTop guest reviews
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with a fully equipped kitchen one could enjoy an extended stay hereconnor and amanda's rental was beautiful everything was easily accessible from the apartment including beaches breweries and downtown portlandthe bed is particularly comfortable -- i had the best sleepbed was super comfortablehad a full kitchen and very comfortable bedCleanliness:
place was very clean and well keptspace was very clean and bed was comfortablethe apartment was very clean and perfect for a couplethe apartment was beautifully decorated and exceptionally cleanit is clean and well stocked with all the essentialsHost:
hosts were very welcominggreat recommendations from the host for activities and restaurantsthe hosts provided great recommendations in a welcome bindervery hospitable hosts thanks againand the many recommendations offered by connor and amanda were so helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
many attractions close by close to downtowna basement apartment in a great locationgreat place in a great locationlocation was very nice and the perfect distance to alot of fun thingsgreat location with easy access to downtown many restaurants and the highways
Enjoy the ocean views at South Portland
South Portland is indeed the best place to visit if you’re a fan of the beaches, the sea, and everything quaint and simple. Enjoy your stay at South Portland by staying at these great Airbnb vacation rentals in the city.
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