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Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands

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A coastal residential area with houses, a gravel driveway, and a clear sky.
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and buildings.
A covered porch with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and neighboring houses.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a patterned armchair, and a television.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near York's Wild Kingdom
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands

Classic Maine cottage with period detail, updated for a carefree coastal retreat! Enjoy views of the Atlantic Ocean from the large front porch and nearly every room of the house. Walk to Short Sands or Long Sands beaches, Nubble Light, York's Animal Kingdom or to downtown York's best pubs, restaurants and shops.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 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
Well-behaved dogs (up to 2) w/ prior notice & fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2058549vb
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 deadlock

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is 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 Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 14 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, Oceanview Classic Maine Beach Cottage near Short Sands located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse. Long Sands Beach is 0.8 mi (1.3 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. 49 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our family reunion! Bedrooms, kitchen, WiFi was good.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

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

Great stay

Beautiful area and very functional house! We loved how close the beaches and town were-we were able to walk most places!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin G.

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

Nice place between

Was nice place between short sands and nubble.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

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

Great getaway!

Nice house, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew r.

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

Great location! As advertised, would definitely return.

My family and I had a great time staying at your rental. Very clean and had everything needed for a fun time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri Lyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful last minute getaway. The weather threw a bit of a wrench in our plans and we couldn’t get there the first night. But Deirdre was very accommodating and gave us a late check out the last day. House was well appointed with an amazing view. Plenty of room to spread out and a great front porch with views of the ocean and the sounds of waves crashing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a weekend gathering for an 84th birthday. Deidre was very responsive to combination. Very easy to work with. The view of the ocean from the porch was beautiful. We spent one night around the fire pit with the ocean view. It made for a nice way to end the weekend.The only thing that would have made it more perfect was if there was a book selection. But that is very much a personal thing as I love to read. I would definitely stay here again. It truly was an easy walk to the beach and nubble light house. York wild kingdom is an easy walk also. We had two young kids(8&6) who made the walk to.nubble lighthouse with no problem.Its near lots of little shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Great spot

Comfortable and cute. We loved the big porch in particular. It’s a bit of a walk to the beach but definitely manageable. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Oasis

The house was perfect for our family, and the location was perfect. The host was extremely responsive to questions. Highest recommendation for a getaway in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard B.

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

Perfect spot

The description and reviews were spot on. This is our new annual vacation location to create memories for our kids and grandkids. So happy we found this place. Deidre is a pleasure to deal with. Will be staying again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Family retreat

Lovely property that feels very much like home right away. Met all our expectations and is our 2nd time staying there. We’re already booked for next year. Absolutely ideal place to invite family and friends to visit, or stay a night or two. Spent most of our time on the porch laughing and enjoying the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

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

Just great!

We had an excellent time. Deidre is definitely a “super host,” and you just can’t go wrong with that front porch and view. So homey!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Comfortable, quiet house in great location

Convenient walk to Short Sands. Kitchen well supplied with pots/pans and appliances we needed. Helpful to have a bedroom suite on main floor. Host very responsive to questions before our stay as well as during our long weekend there. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Great location

Lovely property with 4 bedrooms upstairs and master suite on the first floor. Their is a nice size solo stove fire pit with chairs and plenty of firewood great porches either open air or closed in there is also a rollaway and extra bed on the sun porch
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regen G.

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

Great weekend away

Property was exactly as advertised and perfect for our group of five friends to get together. Plenty of seating in the living room. All kitchen basics were there. Beds were comfortable and having 2 1/2 baths was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula F.

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

Great House and great location.

Great house. Ocean view is lovely. House is warm and cozy but plenty of room to spread out. Kitchen was welll stocked with cooking tools, dishes, cups, glasses and cookware. Beds were comfy and sheets soft and luxurious. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

This was a wonderful weekend away. We very much enjoyed waking up to ocean views and walking the dogs along the ocean. Our grandson invited a friend who had never been to the ocean. It was wonderful to see his excitement at all the firsts he was able to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

aleksandra m.

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

awesome stay

The host replied to all my messages quickly. The house has great location, can see the ocean from the porch. Went with family and one dog, had a great time! House is equipped with all you need - towels, beach chairs, utensils etc. Has three showers and plenty of beds for a bigger group. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Fabulous home

We had a great time in York. We were there for a local college graduation and the house was plenty big for our three families. We enjoyed a lobster dinner on the front porch, overlooking short sands beach! What can be better. Thanks for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

A Wonderful Property A Wonderful Stay

This home is a wonderful place to stay, hang out on the porch and catch up on reading, or venture out to some fabulous restaurants. I love that this place has an ocean view AND allows our pups to join us. And the air conditioning was a great bonus surprise and very much appreciated in the 80-90 degree weather. The owners are very accommodating. Loved returning here and look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgie G.

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

9 Kendall

Nice house, great view
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Very good!

Excellent house! Loved our stay & definately will stay again. Fabulous view, plenty of room. Needs a few more pots, garbage bags & lighter/matches for the fire pit outside. Other than that, enjoyed our 5 night stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous New Year's Vacation

Our group loved this home. It was so great to be able to bring our dogs, walk to the beach and the lighthouse. When there was an issue with the heat - which can happen anywhere/anytime - the response was super quick and everything was fixed ASAP. We would gladly come back here and really appreciate being able to enjoy each other in this beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tish or Ken T.

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

Love Moonstruck

Love it. Benn staying there for about 7 years
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

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

Beautiful family gateway

We are a family of 6 adults and 1 baby. Go to maine each year now since 6 years for a family gateway. Love this place be side Ocean. We recommanded
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Deidre Johnson

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We are a family of six - two adults, two teenagers and two fur babies! We love to travel with our pups and we all love being seaside.

Why they chose this property

We choose our homes based on location and this is superb! Not only is it a short walk to Short Sands (5 minutes) but you can sit on the expansive front porch with a cup of tea or glass of wine, stare at the ocean and feel that you are away from it all without going anywhere! Of course if you do want to get up and go - Long Sands and the Nubble are a short walk or drive and the artistic town of Ogunquit with its award winning beaches, shops and restaurants are a short 10 minute drive. The Moonstruck is brand new to us though her bones are many years old (she was built in 1890); we have spent 2020/2021 renovating her to make her a perfectly modern comfortable retreat while preserving all of her character & charm. Her updates include central air!

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