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Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets

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A wooden fence with a path leading through a forested area.
A two-story house with a covered patio area, surrounded by lush greenery.
A house with a covered porch, a lawn, and a variety of trees and shrubs.
A spacious living area with a kitchen in the background, a ceiling fan, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stools, and large windows overlooking a deck.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Casco Bay
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mitchell Field
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, LL Bean Flagship Store
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets

Capture the beautiful pink, orange, and purple hues of a Harpswell sunset from this well-appointed 3BR, 2BA ocean view home with a ROW to the sandy/pebbly shores of Middle Bay.

Inside, the afternoon light floods the windows of this beautifully updated home. Guests will enjoy cooking and entertaining in the spacious kitchen, complete with granite countertops, a center island, gas stove, double ovens, and a wet bar, then gathering around the large dining room table for a lobster feast. Relax in the living room accented by the warmth and comfort of the propane fireplace on chilly evenings or retreat to the ocean view deck to take in the sights and sounds of the shore. Off the dining room, you'll find a bedroom with a king bed and TV and on the other side of the home is the primary bedroom with a king bed, TV, and ocean views, opening to a deck. The third bedroom offers one twin bed and one full bed. There are two full bathrooms, both beautifully renovated in 2025, offering tile showers and new vanities. Stackable laundry in closet to the right of the full bath.

Outside, there is a spacious deck, yard, and access to the oceanfront via a ROW, just steps away, perfect for swimming, launching a kayak, or combing the beach for treasures.

Located in a small oceanside neighborhood, you'll enjoy being "away from it all," while still being just a short drive from local restaurants and shops including Uncle Pete's Community Market, Dolphin Marina & Restaurant and Erica's Seafood, as well as the many restaurants and shops of Maine Street, Brunswick.

Come experience "the way life should be" at Sand Dollar Cottage!

Dogs are welcome at Sand Dollar Cottage (a non-refundable pet fee applies). More than one dog requires permission from host. If booking on VRBO click on "Travelers" box and check box by "I am traveling with pets."

Bed types/descriptions:
First Floor
Primary Bedroom - King Bed with TV and Ocean View
Second Bedroom- Twin Bed and Full Bed with TV
Third Bedroom- King Bed with TV


Bathroom setup/description:
First Floor
First Bathroom - Full Bath with Tile Shower (new photos to come)
Second Bathroom - Full Bath with Tile Shower (new photos to come)

Air Conditioning: Yes, AC window units located in Primary King Bedroom, as well as Second King Bedroom
Beach Access: Yes, via shared association stairs to beach 1min walk away
Beach Towels: Some included, guests are responsible for laundering
Departure Cleaning: Included
Cable TV: Yes, Xfinity Cable TV in Living Room
Closest Shopping Village: Brunswick, 18 min away
Coffee Maker: Yes, regular drip and k-cup dup machine
Dishwasher: Yes
Grill: Gas grill available, Propane provided
Heat Source: Rinnai propane heater in living room, as well as electric baseboard heat in each bedroom
Internet Access: Yes, Xfinity Cable Internet and WiFi
Linens & Bath Towels: Included, beds are made prior to guest arrival and towels remain in their sanitized packaging, placed on each bed
Lobster Pot: Yes
Outdoor Firepit: Yes
Parking: 3 cars
Stairs to Water: Yes, shared association stairs to beach 1min walk away
Trash Removal: Included, picked up weekly (for multi-week stays) or upon departure
TV: Smart TV in Living Room and all three bedrooms
Usable Fireplaces: Yes, propane fireplace in living room
Washer & Dryer: Yes
Water Frontage: No, water view and shared water access just 1min walk away
Water Source: Well water with filtration system, bottled drinking water recommended

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2854027vb
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

About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this holiday home is by the sea. Arctic Museum and Arctic Studies Center and Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Harriet Beecher Stowe House and First Parish Church. Ash Cove Pottery and Orion Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mitchell Field - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 37 min drive - 46.3 km
  • State Theatre - 54 min drive - 78.4 km
  • Maine Mall - 57 min drive - 86.3 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 19 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harraseeket Lunch & Lobster Company - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪South Freeport Village Market - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sand Dollar - Dog-friendly, Steps to the Ocean, Stunning Sunsets located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Casco Bay, Lower Goose Island and Mitchell Field. Ash Cove Pottery is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a beautiful area. Close to some great places to visit and also a great house to enjoy. Was fun swimming down across the street and walking the beach for sunset (tide dependent). Beds were very comfortable and kitchen had all the Maine necessities! Hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming old school cottage and very well sorted and equipped.Very comfortable.Only thing to be aware of is that one of showers is very small and the other shower isin the basement.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Visiting Bowdoin with the kids

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfect for us - a beautiful home!We visited with our two young kids and my mother in law.Our stay was for two nights and we spent a lot of time in Brunswick, but felt close enough at our place to be able to jet back and forth as needed.Everything was ideal.Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and peaceful!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
what a great location for a relaxing stay. great ocean view and pet friendly and clean! the whole process very nicely handled and no issues with anything. Would stay here again! Kudos!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends weekend getaway

Super cute home- very clean and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay while exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loved "Sand Dollar Cottage"

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, quiet location,loved it!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view- simply spectacular sunrises and sunsets! Cottage is a beautifully decorated and so comfortable and such a cozy place where you can relax and take in the beauty of coastal Maine. Walks on the beach and watching wildfire were daily highlights… then the seafood options nearby!!! Great hiking trails to explore- house has everything needed to cook at home too. We Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation rental

We loved this rental. Very spacious and well equipped. Super comfortable. Beautiful view of the water. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bowdoin reunion weekend

This house was perfect for our reunion weekend. We had a place to gather and enjoy each other’s company. A great time was had by all. House was very clean and well appointed. The location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Break

Great visit to the northeast in the fall with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coastal escape

Rental was clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing week. We had a wonderful week, would definitely recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sand Dollar

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The vacation house was perfect for our vacation. Definitely would book again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sand Dollar Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage was clean and well appointed, we had everything we needed for a weeks stay a the house. We have been coming to the Harpswell area for many years, the guide books in the cottage and suggestions all lined up with our favorite things. The walk to the beach was as advertised and the house fit the description well. Overall a very positive experience. We did have an issue with the sliding door in the kitchen. The screen on the main slider had been damaged at some point prior to our arrival. We reported and no action was taken to repair while we were there. This did limit our deck access and was a small nuisance. Other than the slider we had a great trip and the cottage fit our needs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sand Dollar Cottage is a wonderful retreat!

We live in Florida and we wanted to spend some time in middle Maine on the coast. This house is in a great location in Harpswell, near Brunswick and Bath. Lovely water view and access to a private pathway to the beach. We really enjoyed the fall foliage and temps.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunset Cove retreat

House was very spacious and well equipped. Everything you need, especially for the kitchen. Comfortable beds, wonderful view of the cove and access to the beach is convenient. AC in the bedrooms came in handy during some unusually hot,humid weather. Easy access to Brunswick.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Better than the pictures!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely great!The layout is perfect and the space is well stocked with throws, comfortable beds and furniture, the kitchen has everything, extremely clean, easy to keep clean (were there for 2 weeks), love the washer dryer right there and handy, and the setting is quintessential quiet, friendly, and beautiful. The house was probably updated a short time ago and is air tight with the windows closed so I can imagine that in colder weather, it would be comfortable. Everything is updated and easy to use inside. We only had one cooler day and we were very cozy inside without adding heat. The water access was easy and watching the tide was a favorite activity. The little coves going to the right or left on the beach are all worth exploring. Harpswell has a ton of public walking trails with parking in most places. It’s such a treasure of a place, with glorious beauty and diversity of rock formations, terrain, and seashore views.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Treasure

What a wonderful place to stay! It was perfect. The cleanliness, communication, access to all things, preparation for a warm Maine stay, and more. It was the best choice. The views were spectacular. It was great to be back in the neighborhood and see the friendly neighbors. I would 100% stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

We loved our week at the Sand Dollar! The place was clean, comfortable beds, well appointed kitchen, with beautiful windows to take in the wonderful views! This location is an easy drive to Portland (1 hour), Freeport, Boothbay (45 min), Rockland, Rockport and Camden (1 hour), and we took advantages of it all! Our hosts provided great communication and were very responsive. We would come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sand Dollar

Very nice Water had a terrible smell.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was beautiful. The outside could have been cleaner as well as the dust dog hair and cobwebs . The couch needs to be professionally cleaned. Cabinets are full of stuff left from previous guests very disorganized.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sand Dollar was the perfect getaway! We had a wonderful, relaxing stay and enjoyed our time near the water. We loved walking our dogs every morning on the rocky beach just a few steps away with easy access. Don't miss Erica's Seafood for great lobster rolls and Pammy's ice cream parlor for a sweet treat! My one piece of advice is to use the GPS coordinates and not the actual address if you are using google maps to get there. We ended up on the wrong road and couldn't find the house before we checked in. Otherwise, everything was seamless and the house was comfortable and well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Harpswell Family Gathering

We have a large family and needed additional housing for our home in Harpswell. This property was a terrific fit. The view of the ocean is fantastic, with a West facing sea view so sunsets are beautiful. The kitchen is updated with professionally serviced linens. A very clean and cared for property with public access to the ocean not far away. A terrific way to explore the Maine coast. We had a minor repair needed and the owners had it fixed by Noon of the same day. Great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Comfortable and well stocked with everything needed

We enjoyed everything about this home. The only problem was the check in information was incorrect and I ended up having to climb through an unlocked window to get inside. The directions indicated the key was under the mat….not. Once inside we got the door code and all was fine from there on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2024
Hi Maria! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at the house and we’re so sorry to hear of the issues you encountered upon arrival. We sent the key pad code at 9:22am and when we received your message in the same thread that you could not enter, we sent the key code again, in case you did not read our message entirely. To respect the privacy of current guests, we do not share the key pad code until the morning of arrival. We’re glad the rest of your stay was enjoyable and hope to have you back to stay with us! We’ll be sure to put the code in all caps in the future for those that don’t read our message so they don’t have the same issue! Wishing you a wonderful summer!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sand Dollar Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage is nicely furnished, with a well-equipped kitchen. The sunset views are lovely. The drawback is the intense sulphuric/rotten eggs smell from the water taps. The rental agent told us that the smell was very common in this area. We were aware that we needed bottled water for drinking and cooking, but we were distressed by the smell and water quality of the water available for showers and kitchen cleanup. Perhaps an upgrade to the water treatment system could address this issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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