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Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families

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Welcome to Vacation by the Sea!
Exterior
Enjoy your mornig coffee on the front deck
Terrace/patio
Large living room for planning the day

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8275.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Nubble Lighthouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families

York, Maine — Welcome to Vacation By The Sea, a beloved four-bedroom, two-bath home that perfectly blends space, comfort, and a prime beach location. This classic Maine home may have a vintage touch, but it’s a guest favorite year after year thanks to its unbeatable setup for large families and groups looking to make lasting seaside memories.

🏡 Spacious Living, Perfect for Gathering
Step inside to an open-concept living area with a large living room and a separate private sitting room that can double as an extra TV space or sleeping area with its full-size sleeper sofa.

The huge kitchen and dining area comfortably seats 12 guests, making it easy to enjoy family meals together. Sliding doors lead to a large deck, perfect for grilling, gathering, or playing a round of cornhole. Beyond the deck, the big backyard offers plenty of space for kids to play and families to unwind after a day at the beach.

✨ Lower-Level Fun & Outdoor Living
The finished lower level offers a second living room with a TV and pool table, perfect for cozy nights in. Step through the back door to find the outdoor shower — clean, private, and complete with hot and cold water for rinsing off sandy toes.

🛏 Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements
Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms:
2 Queen bedrooms
2 Twin bedrooms*
A/C window units keep the home cool on warm summer days, while new mattresses, pillows, and bedding (2022) ensure a great night’s sleep.

Thoughtful Amenities & Extras
The home is fully stocked for vacation living, from blueberry pancake breakfasts to traditional New England lobster bakes. Linens, towels, complimentary toiletries, and welcome snacks are all provided.

The laundry room features one washer and two dryers — perfect for families tackling a week’s worth of beach towels!

🚶 Unbeatable Location
Centrally located, this home makes it easy to walk to both Short Sands and Long Sands Beaches. Short Sands offers family fun with York’s Wild Kingdom, Bowl-A-Rama, shops, and restaurants, while Long Sands offers 1.5 miles of sandy shoreline and the picturesque Nubble Lighthouse.

With parking for five cars (a rarity in York), you’ll have plenty of room for your whole group to explore the coast — from Portsmouth to Kennebunkport and Portland. Spend your days on lobster boat tours, lighthouse excursions, or exploring charming New England towns nearby.

✨ Vacation By The Sea is a classic Maine beach house that combines room to spread out, a perfect location, and a welcoming, nostalgic vibe. It’s no wonder this property is one of our most sought-after summer homes year after year.

Sleeping for 10 Guests | 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | W+D In Unit | Parking for 5 | Linens & Towels Included | No Pets | No Smoking | *Twin bedrooms are arranged with two twin beds by default. A king conversion kit is available upon request to accommodate guest preferences. Please note that Housekeeping does not provide this service — guests are responsible for completing the twin-to-king conversion themselves.

📍 70 Nicole Road, York, ME

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must be 28 years or older to rent.
During Peak Season (mid June - Labor Day) a 7 night minimum is required at almost all Salt & Shine homes.
No events, no bachelorette parties, no bachelor parties.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Market Square is a notable landmark, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 14 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 29 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Basket - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families on 29 May 2026 start from NZ$552, 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 Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Nubble Lighthouse and York's Wild Kingdom. Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Great Vacation Home

Truly an awesome vacation by the sea - walking distance to short sands, nubble light and long sands. Great location and house for families of all ages.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario R.

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

Amazing Experience

Very nice neighborhood. Good vibe and very close to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

We found the perfect place!

This home and property was well-equipped with everything you need for a stress free stay. Convenient to beaches, restaurants, trails and coastal discoveries, it is clean and comfortable. Toys for the littles was an added bonus; we would easily plan another stay right here for a wonderful Southern Maine adventure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mollie C.

A great family home

We stayed at this gem for our daughter’s graduation from UNH. The house is perfect for larger groups. It was well equipped. It was close to the beach and plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle B.

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

Annual Maine trip

Every year, my twin sister and best friend and I rent a place for us and our kids (somewhere in Maine), so ten total. This house was a great location and size for all of us! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn E.

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

Family Wedding

Our stay was great. Plenty of room for all of us and had everything we needed. The neighborhood was nice and quiet, even got to see some wildlife! I would recommend this home to anyone who wants to be close to everything York has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josée m.

Home away from home

The house is just perfect. Lots of space, great big table, open living room, great deck, lots of parking space AND Daniele, our agent, took great care of us. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ariane H.

Amazing communication

Perfectly clean! Really nice communication! Really accomodating!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wesley R.

Love

This is our second year staying here and we had an amazing time. They made some upgrades which we loved! It is in an amazing spot to access both beaches, the center, and nubble. Also Salt & Shine are amazing at responding, even with the smallest questions. We are excited to go back next year.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Both toilets would not stop running without manual intervention. FYI grill was a mess and we didn’t use it. Ate out anyway
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

The house was beautiful, however, we could not get the TV downstairs in the basement area to work. With 8 adults in the house it would have been more convenient so all could watch TV. There is very little seating in the living room area so only a few could watch at the same time. Also, the back yard was not mowed and had sticks and twigs everywhere. We had to contact the owners so we could play cornhole out there. They did send their "landscapers" to mow and they did show up later the next day. Other than those issues we had a wonderful time and all of us left very happy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Gals long weekend!

We love the Maine coastline and being with our girl friends. So, what better way to bring it together with a fun weekend in York. We chose Daniele’s place based on size and proximity. It was everything we hoped for; layout, ambiance, cleanliness, and warm n cozy. We utilized all the sleeping space and every room was comfortable and accommodating. Having 2 full bathrooms for 6 women proved to be time saving and smart. We had no intentions on cooking meals but everything you needed was there. In the end we made apple crisp and needed cinnamon…voila! Every step was spelled out with clear cut instructions and we felt very much at home. Thank you for sharing your space with us. As a bonus we had beautiful fall weather and attended Harvestfest. Perhaps next year we will be back….maybe in late September.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony A.

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

Enjoyable week

The property was very clean and communication with the property manager was excellent. We had a small issue with a shower handle and that was fixed within a few hrs. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Spacious, comfortable home—highly recommend!

This was the perfect home for our family’s vacation. It was well equipped with everything we needed. It was spacious and comfortable and the neighborhood was quiet. The pool table was a plus and made the evenings, and our one rainy day, very fun. I would definitely rent this property again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara O.

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

Great vacation home near Nubble Lighthouse

Great 4 bedroom, 2 bath house was perfect for our family. House was very clean and well stocked in the kitchen. Beds were comfortable and all bedrooms had ac. The outdoor shower is perfect after the beach! Plenty of room inside and great deck with plenty of seats. Parking for 5 is also a bonus. We had a spectacular week and hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

Walking Distance to Lighthouse.

It was a great stay with lots of room for my wife kids and grandkids. It was easy walking distance to the York lighthouse. I would definitely rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon A.

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

Good vacation house near Nubble Light house

We had a very good stay at this property. The house was very clean and it was nice that there are 2 dryers and a washing machine. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce B.

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

Pleasant

Very pleasant & comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy L.

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

Close to Nubble Lighthouse

House was great. There are three levels. All bedrooms are on top level. Plenty of extra rooms if needed for more space. Only thing I could see that needs to be updated would be a couple of the tv's. Rental company was great to work with. Walking distance to Nubble Lighthouse. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

karen t.

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

If you care about sleep and comfort this is not the house for you

First let me start by saying Salt and Shine are wonderful, we know they did all they could, but this house needs more than just a great property manager, it needs some major updating. The layout of the house is perfect for large families, plenty of open space, great location, newer windows and updated decks. Unfortunately, the owner hasn’t put a dime into the necessities that could made this house great. The mattresses and couches are in my guess from the 1990’s. Old, worn out and painfully uncomfortable. We are not a high maintenance family. We know that nothing compares to your own bed and furniture, but this was ridiculous. The stove and dishwasher are original to the house that was built in 1988. The dishwasher broke prior to our arrival on Saturday and was not replaced until Thursday night, the day before we were leaving. If I were renting my house, I would have had the foresight to realize that the appliances are on borrowed time and replace before my rental season. My guess is they are not planning on replacing the original stove until that also breaks. Unless this house is updated and specifically mentions, new mattresses/couches purchased in 2020 and updated appliances I would seriously look elsewhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maren Z.

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

Maine Vacation

The location of the property was excellent for all we wanted to do in Maine. The communication was stellar.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney K.

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

Great property for a girls weekend.

Great property for a girls weekend. Very comfortable with plenty of room for everyone. Well equipped kitchen with everything needed to create a wonderful family style dinner. Walking distance to the Nubble as well as the beach. Would recommend this location. Thanks again for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Thank you

I had an amazing time the house was bigger than I thought and the check in was extremely easy thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great York Beach House Rental

This house was a wonderful rental! It was very roomy, clean and comfortable! It was convenient to Long & Short Sands Beach. The Rental People were very accommodating with any questions or concerns. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Absolutely love this house in York Beach!!

The home is beautiful & comes equipped with all you need for a wonderful vacation. It is very clean, spacious & able to easily accommodate two families. The property manager is so pleasant & helpful. We absolutely loved our stay here & would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful property in a quiet neighborhood near the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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