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York Beach Walk to Short Sands and York's Wild Kingdom

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Exterior
Exterior
Living Room
Living Room
Sunroom with futon.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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York Beach, ME
  • Short Sands Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Long Sands Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Nubble Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Front porch sunroom

1 Double Futon

Upstairs back bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

York Beach Walk to Short Sands and York's Wild Kingdom

Great cottage on a quiet dead end road, located between Short Sands and the Nubble Light. Five minute walk to Short Sands one way and Brown's ice cream the other! First floor has living room, dining room, sun room, kitchen, bathroom with tub/shower and laundry room with full size washer and dryer. There is a small porch off the back and a patio with table & chairs, Weber gas grill and gas firepit. Upstairs has two bedrooms.

Large private yard, most of it on the side of the cottage; with enough room for a family cookout and parking for 3 cars.

There's a gas heater on the main level for those chilly off season nights.

The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, etc. We provide blankets and pillows but you **MUST BRING YOUR OWN BED LINENS AND BATH TOWELS**

Free Wireless Internet

York's Wild Kingdom: Within walking distance is York's Wild Kingdom and amusement park.

***Cottage is not baby proof***

Property manager

Glenn Maltais
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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9.8 out of 10, (124 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The cottage is not baby proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter must bring their own bed linens and bath towels. We provide pillows, blankets and a few beach towels.
Anything lawn toys requiring outdoor water like Pools, water slides etc. are not allowed.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Nubble Lighthouse and Market Square are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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York Beach, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Perkins Cove - 15 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 24 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stonewall Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stones Throw - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is York Beach Walk to Short Sands and York's Wild Kingdom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at York Beach Walk to Short Sands and York's Wild Kingdom?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at York Beach Walk to Short Sands and York's Wild Kingdom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is York Beach Walk to Short Sands and York's Wild Kingdom located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach, Long Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse. York's Wild Kingdom is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had 3 teens and 2 adults. Location was great, we spent most of our time at the beach. About a .6 mile walk to the Nubble lighthouse which was perfect for a morning walk with a cup of coffee. The house was very well stocked. The only downside was a lack of AC. Fans were in every room, but with the heat wave it was warm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Lovely Stay at York Beach

Great family house close to the ocean beaches; lots of room, everything we needed, well kept.Quiet, beautiful neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and house

It had everything we needed. Nice place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Great place to stay !!

Great place to stay with kids, dead end street with very little traffic, large lawn to play, outside shower to rinse the beach sand off, nightlights in all rooms just to name a few.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

KATHARINE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and quaint

We had a nice weekend. House was clean and check in/out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niels C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

Plenty of parking. Very nice place bigger than I expected. The neighbor Marge was very helpful with the recycling and fun to talk to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York Beach

Nice place and convenient walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this cottage!

We’ve stayed in York Beach area before but this cottage was perfect for hanging out with family, either in the main living area, the porch or the lovely back patio. The ground were beautiful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Area

The area was beautiful and house was perfect for what we needed it for. Didn’t get to enjoy the area as much as we wanted since we were part of a softball tournament. But the over house is very nice and area is just beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage in york

This was a great cottage, plenty of space and a large yard to play. Short walk to short sands beach, less than 10 minutes. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Houston extended family 1st visit to Nubble Light

Booked this for my uncle and his daughter and 2 children ages 11 and 14 for two nights. They loved it, went to Nubble, Short Sands beach, Lobster Cove and a good time was had by all. I'd recommend this cottage it was clean, and location was stellar. Loved the little back patio with its gas fire pit, we made s'mores with the kids...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York in June

The house was great . Good location , very clean . The owners were very easy to plan with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ernest B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

The house was amazing. Very clean and spacious. Outside sitting with firepit (propane). Just perfect for us. Walking distance to Short Sands. Communication was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Just the right space for a wedding weekend away. Close to lots of activities and beach. Neat and clean. Thank You!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York Beach Vacation

Really liked your place. Easy walk to the beach and lighthouse. Great quiet neighborhood and the house had great places to hang out. The yard was very well kept. Thanks and we plan on coming back !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Last Minute Deal

This was a last minute trip to celebrate the end of summer and my husband's birthday. The house is in a great location, has a lot of character and was very clean. It had everything we needed to make us feel right at home. Great find.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to spend our week in York!

We had an amazing time this year. This was our first time staying here and I can’t wait to return. From the location, to the overall condition of the property- as well as the amenities included, we had a wonderful experience. It felt like a home away from home. The owners were down to earth and very responsive. I could not express just how pleased my family and I were to have spent our highly anticipated week in York this year. Thank you for the opportunity to stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We can’t say enough good things about our stay! The house was super super clean, and had everything we could have imagined. Beautiful front and back porches, great for coffee in the mornings! Amazing patio with a fire pit and grill. The location to the beach was perfect, short 8 min walk to short sands, and a 5 min drive to long sands. Sue was incredible to deal and very responsive. Can’t wait to return! Would highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time

We have stayed in many laces in York. This by far suites our needs and fulfilled our expectations completely. Clean beyond clean, comfortable with yard for cornhole badminton etc. hopefully we will be able to stay here again next year. Thank you. EBBIGHAUSEN/Leonard families
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jorie M., Shelburne Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Sisters weekend

The cottage was quintessential New England. I wasn’t surprised to hear the history; the pictures on the walls, furnishings and everything radiated family and past gatherings. There was everything we needed to serve food, extra blankets to snuggle with and the fire pit was also fun to gather around in the evening. The gas heater also took off the chill! What a wonderful neighborhood, great places to walk and eat. Sue was very responsive, got back to us quickly with any questions, and was extra flexible. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

Nestled— like a quiet oasis on a dead end street— this lovely seacoast property was a perfect getaway for our ever-growing family. Inside this bilevel home, all the living spaces had a cozy eclectic feel. The first floor contained the main family areas with sun room, living room, dining room, well-stocked kitchen, full bath & laundry units. Then located upstairs were two good sized bedrooms—one with a queen sized bed; the other had 3 beds-a double and two twins. Outdoor living spaces included: a back porch where we savored an early morning cup of coffee; the lilac-lined side yard with a large grassy play area; and a rear patio where we enjoyed an evening cookout. We took daily advantage of the short 10 min walk to Short Sands beach 🏖. We also had a picnic lunch at the Nubble Lighthouse (3/4 mile away) and enjoyed an ice cream 🍨 treat from Dunnes (1/2 mile away). Lastly, we want to shout out to our gracious hosts—who were welcoming, easy to reach and very responsive. Thankyou Sue and Glenn—we are looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage 1/4 mile Walk To Short Sands Beach!

An entire house to yourself on a private, dead -end road, less than a 10 minute walk to Short Sands Beach, and a 15 minute walk to Nubble Light House (where you can also get an amazing dinner, drinks, and ice cream for your efforts!) House has comfortable furniture, lawn parking, and owners provide ALL essentials from a full-sized stackable washer/dryer, full-sized fridge/freezer, to a propane grill, fire pit, grilling tools, s’mores sticks, microwave, coffee maker, and everything in between, needed to comfortably enjoy a beach vacation WITH kids! All other essential amenities provided—in case you’ve forgotten to bring something—including beach chairs and a wagon/cart! House is laid out to provide spaces for individuals, small, and large groups to gather—Sun porch, with queen futon, 2 bedrooms (sleeps 8 adults total) covered front and back porches, patio, a large grassy side yard! Everyone has their own space—helpful at times! Owners were super easy to reach/communicate with, instructions clearly laid out, and BEST OF ALL…having an outside shower with HOT WATER! ( as of now it’s not enclosed, but it’s near the back patio—and in bathing suits, or a little creativity on your part, there can be plenty of privacy! We will definitely try to book this home again for future vacations—If a clean, comfortable, and conveniently located family rental home are what you’re looking for, I highly recommend this one!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evaughn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little beach bungalow!

Clean and close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York Cottage

We had a great time, plenty of room for family and socializing. Enjoyed seeing the vintage family photos. Perfect location, much to see and do. Would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Treva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Sucks, tell your friends (ACTUALLY WE LOVED IT)

This VRBO rental is in a great location on Cape Neddick and Nubble Lighthouse is a short walk. The house was clean and everything we needed was provided. My only complaint (and it's a small one really) is that the furniture is outdated and not very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Maltais

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This is a family cottage, originally bought by my Grandfather. Many great memories have been made here and we hope you will add some of your own.

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