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Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View

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front of Clamshell cottage and sitting area
Ocean view from master bedroom
new furniture in living area 2013 futon sleeper sleeps 2 large flat screen tv
livingroom seats 4 , wifi internet access
dining area and kitchen new flooring 2013

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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saco, ME
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Parasail
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Camp Ellis Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ferry Beach State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View

Clamshell Cottage ,Saco Maine Camp Ellis Beach, pet friendly
2 Bed room 1 Bath sleeps 5 in beds 6 using futon couch in Living room minute walk to Beach

Affordable Cozy Cottage,Only 60 feet to the Ocean, This cozy Single family cottage 900 sq feet was renovated in 08 in a nautical theme kitchen has brand new fridge 2013, New glass top stove 2015 New laminate flooring , sliding door entry , new futon couch and chairs in Living area with 32 inch flat screen TV/CABLE games,movies Futon sleeps 2 w/thick mattress

Clean Renovated 2015 Bathroom with large stall shower

Master BR has Ocean Views Comfortable Queen mattress with memory foam topper TV/CABLE and A/C ,BR #2 has Bunk Bed with Full on bottom and Twin on top, Washer and Dryer.

cottage located behind our other cottage the Blue Pearl Cottage also listed for rent , The Clamshell cottage has a small sitting area with gas grill

Being this close to 7 miles of sandy Beach, makes coming back for lunch, bathroom breaks, forgotten items a breeze.

Walking distance to Fresh lobster Mile long jetty, Saco River, Docks, Pier, General Store, 3 restaurants, Gift shops. Short drive to OOB, flea market, Drive-in, amusement parks, Lighthouses , Lis and Reg wifi internet and pet friendly

** this cottage has WIFI internet***

Extra services we offer for an additional fee for your convenience:

Pets Welcome for a small fee $100.00

Linens can be added for a small fee of $50.00 one set of towels for each person and linens for Each bed, cleaning service will wash the linens when you leave

Early Entry / Late departure : $30 each entry must be ordered at booking

End of Rental cleaning $100 added to all rental rates





GUEST BOOK COMMENTS: Sharon, Thank you so much for letting us stay at the Clamshell Cottage, The cottage is wonderfully decorated and the new appliances were great. the weather was great, we had one rainy day the kids hung out in the cottage there was plenty of room the large tv and games helped a lot. We just love the location so close to the beach . We will be back The Connis Family****** Great time had by all, expecialy the beach perfect for our small children like you said coming back for bathroom breaks was a life saver. Wormwoods has the best clam chowder and Midge at the gift shop was amazing. We highly recommend the Clamshell cottage Betty, Jim, Connor, Kaitlin, Sarah and Benny the dog *******What a nice place you have here in Camp Ellis, The cottage was well stocked we wished for nothing Walking the dog every morning with my wife meeting the friendly neighbors. The Beach was not too crowded for July. I found the hugest starfish i ever seen in Maine Joe and Mellissa Bagliano

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$100.00 pet fee camp ellis beach is pet friendly
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saco

Located in Camp Ellis, a neighbourhood in Saco, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Biddeford City Theater and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pirate's Cove and Dunegrass Golf Club. Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Funtown Splashtown USA are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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saco, ME

What's nearby

  • Old Orchard Beach Parasail - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Camp Ellis Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ferry Beach State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ferry Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 10 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 7 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jumpin' Jake's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Josephs By The Sea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria 207 - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View?

As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View on 15 April 2026 start from NZ$522, 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 Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine , pet friendly ,Close to beach ,ocean View located?

Located in Camp Ellis, this cottage is steps away from Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Camp Ellis Beach. Saco River and Ferry Beach State Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Sweet space that allows dogs

We enjoyed our stay with our 2 dachshunds. Daily walks, lovely sunsets and day trips to Portland, Old Orchard and Scarborough Beach made our 4 night stay was pleasant. Very good internet access and Roku TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2021
Thank you so much for the wonderful review We do our best to make our guest feel welcome and enjoy their stay at the Clamshell Cottage
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10/10 Excellent

Lance F.

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

Great Location!!

The cottage is small but very nice, very clean and so close to the beach! Old orchard beach is just five minutes away and there is a trolly to take you there. We’d be happy to stay there again ⛱
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

martha m.

Location, location, location

Great little cottage that allowed us to shuttle back and forth to the beach with little effort!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you very much for your review Camp Ellis is wonderful family friendly area We are happy you enjoyed our cozy cottage by the sea
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa T.

Too small for our liking

It was a very cute Cottage and very clean however it was very small and the furniture was very uncomfortable and unfortunately we had poor weather which had us staying in more then if there was nicer weather. In addition with it being off season everything was closed pretty much except for on the weekend and we were only there on Saturday night and Sunday. During the week most stuff was closed because it was not in season yet. The people were friendly and the little town was cute with a nice little beach nook. Huots has fabulous food.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for your review , unfortunately we can’t control the weather. Early in the season not as many places are open but there is a lot of nature things to do like parks and lighthouses that are a short drive away , as for the size of the cottage we post the size of the cottage in the listing and show many photos of the layout. We appreciate the feed back we value everyone’s opinion
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Nicely maintained and homey.

The Clamshell Cottage is a wondrous place to stay. The atmosphere is clean and happy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you so much for the lovely review . We try to offer a a cozy home with plenty of amenities,close to the beach for a reasonable price Thank you for choosing the Clamshell Cottage Saco Maine for your Home Away from home
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10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

A great October break

Clamshell Cottage was perfect for our needs. The location was great - we loved the proximity to the beach and took long walks every day. We also enjoyed shorter strolls around the pier and the pleasant nearby Camp Ellis neighborhoods. Everything worked in the cottage and was laid out well to maximize the space. (As a couple with a dog, we had plenty of room.) The local restaurant and general store were closed for the season, but there was a nearby supermarket in Saco and a few restaurants were still open in nearby Old Orchard Beach. We even had sunshine every day! We'd visit Clamshell Cottage again if our travels take us to that area, and we recommend it to others.
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

steps away from ocean

This was our best vacation for relaxation. Steps away from the ocean, perfect cottage for 4 adults. The listing was as stated, close to ocean, cottage style, clean and great location. Many things to do in Camp Ellis as well as great walks along the beach and jetty. Great history behind the area, my daughter did a college presentation from this vacation. Went to Portland for a Seadogs game and shopping, chartered a fishing trip right from Camp Ellis, steamed lobsters from Fishin' Optician, ate at Houyt's. Just simply a wonderful vacation that didn't cost an arm and a leg!!
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10/10 Excellent

Exceeded Expectations

I was there with my son and our dog in late June 2010. As soon as we drove into Camp Ellis I knew we had found something special. The cottage's proximity to a lovely, peaceful beach was such a treat for us. We had terrific dinners at Hout's and Wormwood's and more than one enjoyable breakfast at the General Store's Clamshell Cafe. It was so nice to be able to walk to all of these places and I came to think of them as OUR neighborhood restaurants! The cottage was clean and comfortable. I loved the air conditioned master bedroom, the three television sets and most of all the washer/dryer... We took mini trips to Cape Elizabeth, Orchard Beach and Fun Town/Splash world, but otherwise we stayed happily put. While I was there I was wishing I could live there full time and it was difficult to leave when the week was up. There was a guest book there and when I glanced through it, all of the comments I read sounded as pleased with the place as I was. Late June was a perfect time to go – everything was open, but never a crowd or a line anywhere we went. I truly hope to go back!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you so much for the wonderful review of the clamshell cottage You are always welcome here at the clamshell or blue pearl cottage Thanks for the great review
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

Our stay at the Clamshell was great. We enjoyed the cottage and the beach a lot. Camp Ellis is a wonderful place if you love the sea : quiet, fabulous sunsets, delicious live lobsters at "Fish'n Optician" just across the street, attraction neerby (Saco, Kennebunk, Kittery, Portland and even Old Orchard Beach if you like crowdy places!) The owner and the people in Camp Ellis are kind and friendly . The Clamshell is nice and functional for adults with kids. The beach is less than a minute away. We look forward to come again next year and even try it in winter. The only small inconvenient is for people with allergies (like me), because it's pet friendly... Despite this, we can't wait to go back!

About the host

Hosted by Sharon St Pierre-Vivolo

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Hello We are the Vivolo's Proud owners of the Blue Pearl and Clamshell Cottage located next door to each other, just steps to the ocean

This is our home away from home

Why they chose this property

We chose to buy these cottages because they were so close to the ocean and we had small children and loved the idea of being able to go back to the cottage for bathroom breaks , lunch and forgotten items Bringing the beach chairs and toys to the beach is a breeze , i cant imagin having to lug all the days beach items like some people have to do in cottages far from the beach

What makes this property unique

Affordable and very close to the Beach and very nice family friendly area

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