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SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH

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Exterior
Exterior
Interior
Upgraded stainless steel appliances
Dining room for 8

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH

This 2300 sq.ft. townhouse is just 500 ft. from beautiful Short Sands Beach and a 3 minute bike ride to Long Sands Beach. The location is centrally located in York Beach Village, just steps away from the shops and restaurants. The village is undergoing a revitalization and you will be at the very heart of it!! This property is becoming a favorite place for families attending weddings at the Union Bluff Hotel due to its size, number of bedrooms and the 3 minute walk from the Hotel.

The main floor (second floor of property) is bright and open with fully equipped modern kitchen, living room, dining area, full bathroom and queen bedroom. Boasting hardwood floors and a slider leading out to the deck for relaxing and those eat-in barbeques.

There are three bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs (third floor of property) all freshly carpeted and painted. There is an outdoor shower which is a must when those sandy little ones return from a day at the beach. There is parking for three cars.

Loads of summer beach activities are just a short walk away from your unit. York's Wild Kingdom and Amusement Park offers activities for the kids at a reasonable all day inclusive price. Check the zoo in the morning before the animals retreat from the heat, walk home for lunch and a siesta and then walk back for the rides a little later!! If you don't want to make lunch, multiple dining options are located on the walk between your beach paradise and the park!!

Short Sands Beach is just steps away as well. The property has beach chairs, beach toys and a beach cart for your convenience. The beach area has an arcade, playground, basketball courts and a summer music series at the public gazebo.

Long Sands beach is accessible as well by 15 minute walk, 3 minute bike ride or quick ride by car. The historic Nubble Lighthouse is located less than 5 minutes by car as well between the two beach areas. For those who like to jog/run/walk, the three mile scenic roundtrip to the light house can't be beat!! The ice cream at Dunn's Ice Cream on Nubble Road is a local's and visitor's favorite!!

Nearby activities include Perkin's Cove in Ogunquit that is a scenic 10 minute ride from your beach paradise off of Shore Road. There you will find more shops, dining, deep sea fishing, scenic cruises and the famous Marginal Way. The Outlet shopping of Kittery is 10 minutes away for a rainy day activity. Even something for the men on a shopping trip as they scour the multi-level Kittery Trading Post for all their outdoors needs! LL Bean is also about an hour away as well.

Both the City of Portsmouth NH and Portland ME are less than an hour away and offer a multitude of activities, dining, historic sites and shopping opportunities as well. Water Country is an exciting waterpark 20 minutes away that offers water slides and pools for all ages. Old Orchard Beach and Saco ME also have amusement parks as well at less than a 45 minute drive away. The Portland Sea Dogs is a great night out with tickets for a family of four costing less than the cost of one ticket at Fenway Park!!

Whatever your families needs are for summer fun you are sure to satisfy them with this modern town home as your base! Whether you just park the car for the week and enjoy all the sun and fun within walking distance of your unit or take daytrips to further enhance your vacation experience, this is sure to be your "Happy Place" at the end of the day!!!

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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

High chair, pack and play, crib, baby gate

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non smoking only

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

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3564618
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

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks. Market Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Perkins Cove. Travelling with kids? Consider York's Wild Kingdom, or check out an event or a game at York Golf and Tennis Club. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 12 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$894, 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 SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE NEAR SHORT SANDS BEACH located?

This family-friendly York Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of York's Wild Kingdom and Long Sands Beach. Short Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 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. 73 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice roomy great locationGood time had by all
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thank you for the excellent review! We look forward to hosting you and your family again in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations and a short walk to Short Sands beach. I would highly recommend this location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thanks for the excellent rating and recommendation to other travelers. The best advertising in the word is that of a satisfied guest and we appreciate you sharing your experience!
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Great vacation place

Accommodations and location were ideal. Thoroughly enjoyed our vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review. We are glad you found both the location and accommodations ideal for your needs. It further pleases us that it contributed to the thorough enjoyment of your vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations were perfect. The house was just what we needed. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were spacious. We couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2025
Thank you for the excellent review! We are glad to hear the accommodations were comfortable and suited your family's needs. We look forward to hosting your family again if your travels bring you back to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUZANNE M.

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

So close to everything!

Wonderful home to stay in to spend time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2023
We agree with you 100% about the location! we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect location for our annual York vacation! Close to town and short sands. The best part was all of the showers available for the family and the nice entryway that we could leave all of our sandy shoes etc. Wonderful rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review. We are pleased to hear that the property was the right fit for you and your family to spend your annual York Vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Réal L.

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

Wonderful York, ME Townhouse

Spacious townhouse that was beautifully appointed and comfortable for a large family. Truly enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2024
Thank you for leaving the 5 Star review. We are pleased to hear that the townhome met your family's needs, and your overall stay was enjoyable!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th year we have stayed at this townhouse. It truly fits our needs and close to everything.The Murray's
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you for the great review again. We certainly enjoy having you and your family as our guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay in York! The townhouse had everything we could need and plenty of space for the whole family. Best part was the short walk to shops and being able to end the days getting ice cream and strolling on the beach just a few mins from home. The beach cart/chairs/toys made it so wonderful to enjoy the beach like a local.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
We are so happy to hear that your stay was a great one and you found the amenities and location a good fit for your family. We look forward to hosting you again in the future if your travels bring you back to York Beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie C.

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

Perfect property!

We loved being so close to the beach, restaurants and stores! We highly recommend this property. Easy walk for 2 seniors too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2024
We appreciate your taking the time to leave the review and comments. We are glad that you found the property accommodative for the entire family as well as convenient to the local amenities.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

York stay

Great stay close to everything. Nancy is very responsive, this is the second time staying at the property! Will stay again in future
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
It was great to have you back Stephanie! Thanks for taking the time to leave the 5-star review and helping keep our ratings current for other travelers to see. We look forward to you returning in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

Great vacation

We enjoyed our stay. Very close to beach and downtown. Rental had everything that we needed to have a comfortable vacation. Jean
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thanks for the 5 Star review Jean. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with other travelers. We are pleased you found the accommodations both close to area attractions and comfortable as well. We couldn't agree anymore!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P.

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

wonderful location

Wonderful location-walking distance to town and beach. The VRBO was very clean and kitchen was nicely stocked. Our family wishes there were more bath towels which was the only negative. Love this little town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2024
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We will pass on your comments to the housekeeping staff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Awesome!

Perfect place to stay! Very well stocked house. I recommend this house and host to anyone staying in York. Walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2024
Thank you for the 5 Star review! We appreciate it, as well as your positive comments. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade H.

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

Great winter/thanksgiving location!

We hosted thanksgiving dinner for 2 families - 10 people - and had a great time. The house was very comfortable for all of us and worked great for short excursions to several beaches, lighthouse, movies and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thanks for the great review. We are so glad you had a good a Thanksgiving.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and modern, near downtown area. Close to shops and food. Only other thought is the stairwell to the 2nd and 3rd floors. Although steps were numerous, managed to negotiate with little effortWould definitely rent again
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2025
Thank you for the excellent review! We understand that guests with mobility concerns may have an issue with having to use stairway to access living and sleeping areas. Fortunately, on the second level there is a full bedroom and bath on same level as living area for guests who don't want to go up to the bedrooms on the third level. For those guests without mobility concerns, the tradeoff of location and modern updating has proven to be a favorite among repeat travelers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted D.

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

Wonderful

it was perfect! So clean and very close to beach! Would love to stay at this home again!!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are glad you found the unit accommodative and convenient. We would be happy to have you back again as a guest in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

York Adventure

Nice Place for 6 close to short sands beach. We all loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2024
We are pleased to hear everybody enjoyed their stay! Thank you for the 5 Star review and we would be happy to host you again in the future if you return to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Family event

Perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2023
Thanks for leaving the 5 Star review. We are glad you had a good time, and it was a perfect fit for you and your family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Excellent property will stay again!

Property was spacious and equipped with everything you need. Very short walk to short sands and everything York has to offer. Nancy was very responsive and will definitely plan to stay again! Thanks for a fabulous family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Thank you Stephanie for the great review. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Amazing Location

The location couldn't have been any better. My family visited York for a wedding and used this house as our base camp for over a week. Tons of space and walking distance to everything around town. This was a great place to stay and looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2022
Thank you for the great review. We look forward to hosting you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Comfortable accomodations

Has everything a family needs. Close to everything. 4th year we have used it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2024
Thank you for the 5 Star review once again! It is always a pleasure to host you and your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

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

Long weekend

We stayed here while attending our son’s family weekend at UNH. Perfect location and within walking distance to the town and beach. The house was everything as described…very clean and spacious!! We had a great time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2022
Thanks Robert for the five star review. We are very happy to have met or exceeded your expectations. We would certainly welcome you back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

Best location for families. Close to downtown and beach. Able to park car for a week.

I would recommend this rental. Our family has rented before and hope to be back again. Grandchildren wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2022
Thanks for the 5 Star review Jean. We enjoyed having you and your family as guests. We have the same problem with our children and grandchildren, nobody wants to go home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

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

Wedding weekend!

Great house and location! Enjoyed the area, can’t wait to go back! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Thank you and we can’t wait to have you back!

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