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Classic oceanview cottage

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Robin Hill, named affectionately for the large amount of Robins that visit the house on the hill in the spring.  Very small hill!  :)
Exterior detail
Robin Hill, as she sits on her bluff, overlooking Cape Neddick Harbor, a 200 yard walk to the beach.
This view shows both verandas, screened in porch and front porch.
Kayaks for your enjoyment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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York, Maine
  • Short Sands Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Long Sands Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nubble Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic oceanview cottage

Summary:
Robin Hill rents weekly in the summer season from Sunday to Sunday. The rest of the year we do accommodate reservation requests but have a 3-day minimum stay.

The Space:
Robin Hill, cloistered in a seaside setting, her exceptional beauty rests atop of a hill in York Cliff's neighborhood, overlooking Cape Neddick Beach, and Nubble Lighthouse beyond. Nestled along the most scenic road in all of Maine, according to Down East Magazine, this cottage boasts five bedrooms, four full baths (one is outside, off of the deck.) In the spring, summer and fall, there is a small cabin on the property that is available that has one twin bed and one double bed which provides accommodation to sleep 15. This property is a perfect location to rent weekly in the summer or anytime during the year for long weekends, family gatherings, holiday celebrations, executive stays, wedding party guest quarters, and more. This home is a one minute walk to the beach (200 yards) and the Cape Neddick Lobster Pound. Robin Hill has easy access to all of York's activities including the viewing of the rich historic homes, fine dining, seafood restaurants, sailing, beach going, antiquing, amusements, live music, golfing, horseback riding, hiking on Mount Agamenticus and a five minute drive to Ogunquit's Perkin's Cove, the Ogunquit Play House and the rich cultural downtown area. The Cape Neddick's Nubble Light House is just a 5 minute drive from Robin Hill. It is thought to be the most romantic lighthouse in all of America and is indeed the most photographed.

At Robin Hill, you will find an authentic Maine cottage. The kitchen has wood floor and cabinets, granite counter tops, and painted wooden post and beams on the ceilings, a reminder of an era gone by. This kitchen opens to a more casual dining nook, with a table for four, and a pellet stove. Additionally, there is an island bar that sits three. Walking through French doors, the guest enters the dining room. A beautiful trestle table for 8 is in the center of the room with extra seating.

The living room has shelves full of books, and a view of Cape Neddick Beach. The lounge is a delightful area to sit and listen to music at the bar. This room has a lively vibe with a stereo. The family room has a relaxed, traditional spirit taken from the inspiration of Robin's classic revival architecture. There is a large, flat screen television. The couch is a pull out queen sofa-bed.

An airy hallway provides a simple passageway to the second floor bedrooms. There are two staircases leading to the upstairs. The master bedroom has a king bed and offers views of the beach. In the next bedroom there are two twin beds and a door leading out to a balcony. The remainder of the additional three bedrooms have a queen and 2 double beds and will offer sanctuary to your family and friends. There are two full bathrooms on the first and second floors. The second floor has two verandas that over look the billowing one acre yard and the ocean. The first floor has two outside porches, one is open and one is screened-in.

Self check-in and out.

Guest Access:
Guests will have complete access to the house.

The Neighborhood:
Historic Robin Hill is a rare gem found in the picturesque, idyllic, coastal town of York Beach, Maine. Cloistered in a seaside setting, it's exceptional beauty rests atop a hill in the exclusive York Cliff's neighborhood, overlooking Cape Neddick Harbor, while nestled along the most scenic road in all of Maine, according to Down East Magazine. This property is the perfect location to rent weekly in the summer or anytime during the year for long weekends, family gatherings, holiday celebrations, executive stays, wedding party guest quarters and more (gatherings of larger than 16 people are expressly prohibited.)This "cottage" is within a one minute walk to the beach (200 yards) and the Cape Neddick Lobster Pound. Robin Hill has easy access to all of York's activities including the viewing of the rich historic homes, fine dining, seafood restaurants, sailing, cruising, beach going, antiquing, amusements, live music, golfing, horseback riding, hiking on Mount Agamenticus, Steadman Woods, and York Harbor Cliff Walk and a five minute drive to Ogunquit's Perkin's Cove, the Ogunquit Play House and the rich cultural downtown area. Cape Neddick's Nubble Light House in York Bay, just a 5 minute drive from Robin Hill, is thought to be the most romantic lighthouse in all of America and is indeed the most photographed.

Getting Around:
Robin Hill has a large parking area for cars in the driveway on the property. Limit is 7 cars.

York has Uber, Lyft and taxi cab service if public transportation is needed. Annie's Taxi and Beach Taxi are the most commonly used taxi cabs in town.

The York Beach Shuttle travels between Long Sands Beach and Short Sands Beach from 10:00 am to 10:15 pm, daily, from June to Labor Day.

The Shore Road Shuttle travels between Short Sands Beach and Perkins Cove in Ogunquit from 9:45 a.m. to 9:45 p.m., daily, from June to Labor Day.

Other Things to Note:
Most everything that you could need or want is included in this contract. Should you want to contract any special service during your vacation, such as massage, limo, hair and makeup, chef, etc. we will happily add these services to your lease. Pets are allowed upon approval for a $250 fee. The property manager will adjust your rate to reflect your needs if you receive any extra services described above.

Robin Hill does not allow parties at the property. Gatherings of larger than 16 people are expressly prohibited.

Robin Hill requires a 7 day stay from Sunday to Sunday during the summer months.

Covid Pandemic - Robin Hill follows all of the Center of Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) recommendations and guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting the house.



Thank you. :)

Interaction with Guests:
The owner, Don Rivers and his personal assistant, Katie, both live in town and are available twenty-four hours a day to ensure guests needs are met immediately. Further, if guests prefer a more sociable host/companion, please make that preference noted during booking. It is always our delight, to spend quality time, getting to know our guests, and sharing our knowledge of our magnificent town.

Property manager

Don Rivers

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Smoking is allowed outside the house. -The house is not equipped with child safety equipment, i.e., safety gates, safety latches, padding, etc. ...

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

About the area

Cape Neddick

Cape Neddick is home to Classic oceanview cottage. 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 Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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York, Maine

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Perkins Cove - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barnacle Billy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stones Throw - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic oceanview cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic oceanview cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic oceanview cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic oceanview cottage located?

Situated in Cape Neddick, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Short Sands Beach, York's Wild Kingdom and Long Sands Beach. St. Peter’s By-The-Sea Protestant Episcopal Church and Cape Neddick Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

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

Beautiful home in Cape Neddick …

The home was perfect and the area was both beautiful and in close proximity to all the sights we wanted to see. The hosts were wonderful and gracious! Would highly recommend ….
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Beautiful vacation home

We had a wonderful stay here with extended family. The house is beautiful and in a lovely setting, it's a really nice area. We had more than enough room to spread out and relax and with 10 people staying there we never felt crowded. The house is well stocked with everything you need, and having beach chairs available to use was a big help. The owner is very nice and responded to any questions we had. We were even able to get in a little early our first day which was great. Overall we really enjoyed the house and our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Enjoyed the Ocean breeze from the porches

The home was spacious and very livable. We all enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch for a morning coffee or night time games.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter U.

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

A great house for a great vacation.

A spacious house in a great location. Old house charm with all the modern amenities. The yard is fantastic for family games. The grill and the outdoor pot-bellied stove are great for outdoor grilling and making s'mores. A great place for a family summer vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great house, great access and great host

Robin Hill was a delightful place to "vacate" with ten adults, two school age kids, 2 toddlers and 2 dogs. Perfectly located in Cape Neddick, it offered the best of York Beach, York and Ogunquit. Don was the most gracious of hosts and we had plenty of space to gather together as well as find a quiet spot when needed. A wonderful vacation was had by all.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Family weekend

We had a great stay at this charming historical home. Don and Katie were extremely helpful and made our stay very enjoyable . We had a family Sunday brunch for 30+ people on the lawn. It is a beautiful location, We would highly recommend staying here. We hope to be able to return for a future stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Fun days on the beach

Great location - every day during our stay, our kids (and Weimaraner) enjoyed the short walk to the beach for swimming, playing with our dog, tidal pool exploration, and sea kayaking (2 adult and 2 child kayaks are at the property). A rocky beach was another short walk away which ended up being a beautiful location to watch a storm roll in. It also served as a great starting point for restaurants and shops in Kittery, York, Ogunaquit, and beyond. The sea breeze at night was beautiful. And the large yard allowed plenty of room for the kids and dog to play late into the evening. The house is dated but had all the essentials to make our trip very enjoyable.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

Awesome Stay

Very nice well equipped older mansion. Huge well manicured property with ocean view. We brought our grown children and grand children, all had a wonderful relaxing time. The beach is not as crowed as the other public beaches and wonderful for the grand kids with its sandy bottom and small waves. Definitely would return. Cheap isn’t ever good and good is not cheap, We got our moneys worth with a life long memories that were made here………. US Army retired
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Julia R.

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

Nice stay

Location was ideal for walking to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA M.

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

We very much enjoyed our stay

Beautiful property! We loved our stay at Robin Hill. It was very clean and full of charm, we felt extremely comfortable throughout our stay. Don was friendly and accommodating, communication with him was effortless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

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

Lovely House

Staying at the Robyn Hill house in York, ME was a wonderful experience. The house is charming and cozy and the host, Don, is both helpful and kind. The house had everything we needed, was beautifully decorated and the furniture and beds were very comfortable. As a host, Don was attentive and informative and provided us with answers to all our questions. Thank you, thank you, thank you. We highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Don Rivers

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Languages:

English
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