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Make memories at the beach

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A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs facing a beach.
Living area
A marina with several boats docked at the pier, a sandy beach in the foreground, and a sunset in the background.
Dining
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

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Wells, ME
  • Place, Wells Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marginal Way
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ogunquit Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Make memories at the beach

Wake to the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and toast the sunset on the harborside of the house. Water views on both sides. Located on the beachside with nothing between you and the ocean except rolling dunes. Perfect for families with children with a short walk to the beach and then back to the house for naps or snacks. Three bedrooms comfortably sleep 6 adults or 4 adults with children. Master bedroom with king bed and en-suite bathroom. Second bedroom with queen bed and third with twin beds. Second bathroom is a full bathroom with large shower. Open kitchen, dining and living room plan with lots of windows on the dunes and water. Perfect for friends or a family group. This is the main floor of a two floor property. Spacious deck with outdoor dining space for 8. Laundry facilities. Two parking spots. Air conditioning for those super hot nights. The most special thing about this house is you see, feel and hear the ocean 24/7. Quiet at night for a good night’s rest after a full day at the beach.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 40
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Check-out is 9 am. Please leave doors closed and unlocked with AC on. Thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 5148336795HL
Property # 1589943vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Wells

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Wells Beach, a neighbourhood in Wells. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wells Beach and Moody Beach. Wonder Mountain Fun Park and Bette-Jean's are also worth visiting.
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Wells, ME

What's nearby

  • Wells Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Moody Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Marginal Way - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Perkins Cove - 16 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 11 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Clam Shack - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make memories at the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Make memories at the beach?

As of 18 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Make memories at the beach on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$11,536, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Make memories at the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Make memories at the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make memories at the beach?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Make memories at the beach located?

Located in Wells Beach, this holiday home is steps from Wells Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Crescent Beach and Moody Beach. York Hospital - Wells and Wonder Mountain Fun Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for our family! The outdoor space was amazing with a beautiful view and sand for the kids to dig in. The house was comfy and very clean. The host was excellent and extremely responsive. Highly recommend renting here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thank you, Meaghan. You were perfect guests and we enjoyed having you visit our house. Please come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay...Fully stocked. Great view. Joan got back with us very quicly with questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
Glad you enjoyed the house and the beach! Have a great rest of summer and hope you come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

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

Great stay

Attractively decorated house, nicely appointed kitchen, beautiful views across the low dunes to the beach and ocean, spacious rooms and great outdoor living space. All four of us thought the house was very nice. We would definitely want to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2020
Thanks very much, Denise! We hope you come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Beautiful spot, just as described!

The property was very comfortable and clean. There was great communication and we were mindful of neighbors and rules. The back patio area is the best part! It’s just gorgeous at any time of day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Thank you, Erin. Appreciate the care you gave the house and the neighbours. Hope to see you again and totally agree the deck and the view are what it is all about!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

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

Beautiful cottage, great beach access, and stunning deck

I proposed to my girlfriend here along with a surprise deck party, so I'd say that really speaks for itself!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2021
Well that is our first engagement so we are thrilled for you and your (now) fiancé. Congrats to you both! So glad it all went well and you enjoyed the house and deck! Hope to see you all again. Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

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

Another wonderful stay!

This property is perfect for the Wells experience. Location is the best place to see both the sunrise and sunset with a beautiful view of both the ocean and the harbor. Jane is a wonderful host and very attentive before during and after the trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2022
Very glad you enjoyed the beach. Thank you for coming again this year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Great Stay

The house was perfect for the 6 of us. More than enough room. Place was just very comfortable. Great back deck and patio area. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
Chris - we are very glad you enjoyed yourselves! Have a lovely autumn! Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Gem of a Place!

This house was exactly what we were looking for! Clean, spacious and private. The dunes add a nice buffer from the busy beach, yet the beach is easily accessible and always right there! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2020
Very glad you enjoyed the house and hope to see you next year! Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Perfect beach condo

This condo is perfect for those looking for a beach getaway. It was one of the best stocked rentals I’ve ever been to & nothing could beat the location - short walk over the dunes to the beach. The pictures & description are accurate. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2020
Thanks, Julie. Pleasure renting to you and I hope we see you again. Stay well. Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney M.

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

Ahhhh

From the moment we arrived, we felt so relaxed and at home. The location was perfect, the house was clean and had everything we needed. The host was super responsive. Great stay. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Very kind - thank you very much. We hope to see you again some time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Third visit

This was our third visit to this property as a family of four. We couldn’t wish for anything more! The location is perfect. The house is beautiful. The beach is super fun! Jane is terrific. We love the memories we are creating here each year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Thank you very much! Very kind of you and we are so pleased you continue to enjoy the house! Have a great rest of summer and thank you for renting again this year. Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Better than remembered

This was our second trip to this property - it was even better than I remembered! We love the privacy the dunes provide and the layout of the house. It is very clean and bright; and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We look forward to returning. And the host, Jane, it terrific. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2021
Thank you! Very glad you came back and very glad you had a great week. Always a pleasure when someone enjoys the ocean and the dunes as we do. Stay well and hope you can make it back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Wonderful week at the beach

Jane’s home was beautiful and exactly like the pictures. Proximity to the beach was wonderful. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to spend our week in Maine! We took trips nearly every day to surrounding towns up and down the coast and also spent plenty of time at the beach. We even talked about booking the house again for the same week next year before we’d even left! Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2022
We are very glad you enjoyed the house and we hope to see you again next year! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

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

Amazing

We enjoyed a wonderful stay! House is amazing, exactly as described. Very Clean!!! Beautiful views…..especially the sunrises!! Jane was speedy and wonderful to communicate with!! Answered my questions extremely fast! We look forward to our next Wells Beach Vacation ☀️🎣
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Jill and family were great guests! We are very glad they enjoyed themselves and look forward to seeing them again! Thank you for staying at our place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Put you feet up and breathe

Simply lovely. The unit is spacious and bright. It is well stocked and although we’ve always been on a direct oceanfront property the view is lovely. We spent our mornings drinking coffee and basking in the sun. If you are looking for a place where you can exhale? This is it. Jane, the owner is lovely.Enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you for your lovely comments! We are so glad you enjoyed the place and the view and ocean air!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stanley m.

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

lovely spot in wells

my wife and i stayed in janes house on the beach in wells for a week in early june. even with a few rainy days, we enjoyed our time thoroughly. the location is quiet, the house has unrivaled access to the beach. there is a large deck overlooking the scrub-covered dunes separating the house and the beach. water is visible from both sides of the property. we spent time on the beach and biking up and back from the house and ogunquit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Thank you, Stanley. Hope to see you back sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

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

Sunrises on the deck.

This is our second time staying at this convenient Wells Beach location. And it did not disappoint. The first time there were no renters in the upstairs unit whereas this time it was rented out which had me concerned with noise. But other than muffled foot steps and some friendly interactions over the deck it really did not matter. Once again Jane, the owner, continues to be prompt with her responses to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2022
So glad you came back for another visit and enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again. Thanks and Happy Fall!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The perfect sunrise

Each room facing east, the primary bedroom, living room / kitchen and another bedroom with a queen bed all take advantage of the sunrise with sliding doors so that it is easily seen from any vantage in the house. The house is perfectly set facing east unlike the majority of properties on Wells beach. The dunes and the 2 fir trees make the property feel very private despite close neighbors. The deck is even larger than imagined and includes a stone paved area as well. The shed had all the beach gear we needed and games, which was fantastic. The host was very considerate and helpful with local restaurant recommendations and points of interest. We loved this location as well as going right at the end of peak season. It was fantastic to see the beach at different tides and an easy walk to the town center by beach or street.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2021
Thank you for your review! We love the sunrise also and the privacy of the dunes. You were a great guest and we hope you can come back again another time. Thank you for taking such good care of our place. Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley L.

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

Vacation 8/21

This beach rental as all of the comfotrs of home. Linens and towels included, comfortable beds. Kitchens essentials to cook or grill. Close to stores and restaurants. Jane was extremely responsive and helpful and was committed to us enjoying out stay. Wonderful views of the dunes and the ocean with a light sea breeze. Plenty of beach accessories in the shed. Our favorite spot was the porch area - starting with sunrise with coffee and dinner with cocktails. The sand path to the beach was a bit rough when is was hot and humid. We had a wonderful stay and hope to return again. A recycling continer would have been helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2021
Thanks, Kim. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we will look at organizing recycling for next season. Good suggestion. Thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Comfy, Clean & Great Location

Janes property exceeded my expectations! So spacious and comfortable. It takes less than 2 minutes to walk through the dunes to access the beach- so easy! Plus the dunes gave you extra privacy vs. bring directly on the sand. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2021
Thank you, Kayla. We are so glad you liked the place. The dunes are beautiful to look at and a great buffer. We hope you come back again. Many thanks Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

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

Beautiful beach front property

We had a beautiful week at this property and the house was everything we expected and more. The owner was extremely helpful through the process and answered any questions we had during the rental process quickly and thoroughly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2021
Thank you, Gina and we hope to see you all again! We are glad you enjoyed the house and the beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

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

Lovely home that takes full advantage of its spectacular setting

We had a swell time! My husband and I were so lucky to find this beautiful spot in our last-minute, "we have to get away!" search for a beach rental. It really checked all our boxes, and then some: situated on the ocean, just steps from the water along a dune path; a clean, comfy, wonderfully well-equipped house that allowed us to enjoy the views from nearly every room; an expansive deck (with Adirondack chairs, dining table, gas grill) to enjoy cocktails, meals, morning coffee -- all while gazing at that ocean view. And so nice, too, that the grocery store, lobster pound, and local restaurant faves were just a five minute drive away. Easy peasy. Jane was friendly, helpful, and communicative from the moment I submitted my booking request right through to our last day. She and her husband are conscientious hosts who take care of, and clearly value, their home -- and do whatever they can to make it a good experience for their VRBO guests. Thank you, Jane and Jim! We had friends from Boston who were able to join us for a couple of nights, and we only wished we had planned our trip earlier so our grown son and other family members could have enjoyed this special place with us as well. Next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2021
Thank you very much! Such a nice review. We are glad you enjoyed the house the way we do. It is all about the ocean. Thank you for staying at the beach and we hope you and Glenn come back again. All the best. Jane and Jim
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Family week in Wells

We were a group of 10 adults and 3 children, and we rented the upstairs and downstairs units. It was nice to have space to separate the kids for naps etc. The walk to the beach is short, and Jane had all the supplies you could need for the beach. We had a small issue with hot water, but Jane had someone there to fix it within a few hours. My only complaint is that the upstairs unit had no cabinet space in the kitchen to store food etc and there was no microwave. Overall, we had a great week at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2021
Thank you, Laura. We are glad you enjoyed yourselves. Apologies on the microwave and the cupboards as the buffet (with cupboard space) was sitting in the closet waiting to be assembled! Take care and have a good rest of summer! Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Beautiful beach getaway

This house was even better in person than the pictures. The layout is functional and worked well for our family with small children and even when we had other family members over to visit. You can't beat the location being right on the beach and having the added privacy of the dunes. The home was well stocked and had everything we needed for preparing meals and having a comfortable stay. Jane and Jim were absolutely wonderful hosts and we look forward to staying again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2021
Thank you, Rachel! It was such a pleasure hosting your family and we hope you enjoy the place in the future too! Please come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Effie C.

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

Beautiful views

We started with my 3 you don’t sons and my mom and sister. Having 2 bathrooms was a real bonus and so was the AC in the three days we had very hot and humid weather. The walk to the beach through the dunes was tough on those days but it was lovely to come into the cool house. Everything you need is provided, just bring the black towels. We spent many dinners on the gorgeous patio and deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2021
Effie - thanks for your review and we hope you come again!

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