• The state's motto is "Maine. The Way Life Should Be."maine coastal sunset image by Jorge Moro from Fotolia.com
  
  Saco, Maine, is a popular spot for a vacation of any duration. The town's Ferry Beach and Camp Ellis Beach adjoin the region's famous Old Orchard Beach and all the attractions along Saco Bay. Cottages offer the option of cooking meals in, and provide more space than the average hotel room. Cottage rentals can be found in various sizes and locations throughout the Saco area.
  
  

Exit 5 Motel and Cottages

• This seasonal accommodation choice offers one-, two- and three-bedroom cottages. Exit 5 Motel and Cottages is situated on three landscaped acres, just two miles from the beach. All cottages have full kitchens and living rooms, and the facilities feature an indoor pool and free wireless Internet. The location is convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants and attractions. As of February 2010, cottage rates run from $110 to $160 per night.
  
  Exit 5 Motel and Cottages
  18 Ocean Park Road
  Saco, ME 04072
  800-905-4727
  Exit5motel.com
  
  

Seashore Property Management Company

• Seashore Property Management Company offers year-round and summer cottage rentals. Property locations vary--many are oceanside, while others are within minutes of the beach. Prices vary according to size, location and rental period. Blankets and pillows are provided. Pets are usually not permitted, but may be considered at some properties with an additional security deposit.
  
  Seashore Property Management Company
  9 Ocean Park Road
  Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
  207-934-3400
  seashorepropertymanagement.com
  
  

Tamarack Realty

• Tamarack Realty offers cottage rentals with ocean views, along beachfront and within short walks of seaside attractions. Cottages are available in the Kinney Shores, Bay View, Camp Ellis Beach and Ferry Beach areas.
  
  Many cottages allow pets. For the convenience of guests, the company provides contacts with a linen rental service. As of February 2010, weekly rates range from $700 for a small one-bedroom cottage close to the beach to $1,800 for a larger three-bedroom beachfront cottage.
  
  Tamarack Realty
  511 Seaside Ave.
  Kinney Shores
  Saco, ME 04072
  207-934-5327
  tamarack-realty.com
  
  

Bayview Road Cottages

• Away from the crowds of Old Orchard Beach, the Bayview Road Cottages are a quiet escape. The grouping of two- and three-bedroom cottages near Ferry Beach and the Saco River inlet is nestled among the pines, within 100 yards of Ferry Beach State Park.
  
  All cottages have rustic knotty pine interiors, living rooms, full kitchens and porches. Evening campfires are offered for cottage guests, and pets are welcome. Bed linens are included; towels are not. As of February 2010, rental rates for July and August range from $700 per week for a two-bedroom cottage to $1,000 for a three-bedroom cottage. Rentals have a three-night minimum.
  
  Bayview Road Cottages
  60 Bayview Road
  Saco, ME 04072
  207-602-6649
  bayviewroadcottages.com