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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Balcony
A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
Steps from the shore
Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
Wells, ME
Wells Beach
Place, Wells Beach
2 min walk
Crescent Beach
Place, Crescent Beach
3 min drive
Ogunquit Beach
Place, Ogunquit Beach
13 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!
Stay in a beautiful, 3-bedroom cottage where you will enjoy gorgeous sunsets from your deck, overlooking the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve. You will also see and hear the waves from the ocean and wildlife from the marsh. The home is just steps away from the public access to beautiful Wells Beach.
Picture your family enjoying this spacious home with high ceilings, large windows, an open balcony and a beautiful view of the marsh. Room for the whole family with a full kitchen, dining and two living areas as well as 2 full bathrooms. Wind-down comfortably with 2 queen-sized bedrooms, 1 full-sized bedroom and a sleeper sofa. To make it easier for those traveling with infants, we have a Pack & Play stored behind a chair in Bedroom 1 and a high chair available so you don't need to pack those bulky items. On-site laundry (though the washer is on the small side), outdoor shower, parking for 3 vehicles, multiple enchanting outdoor living areas, and beach toys are all extra amenities you will enjoy with the cottage rental.
Conveniently located just steps to sandy Wells Beach, our cottage will sweep you into the beauty and excitement of the Maine Beaches! Dine at one of our neighborhood’s many renowned restaurants and lobster pounds, enjoy activities for both children and adults, and don’t miss live music and theater events taking place all summer long in the Wells - Ogunquit area.
Host the ideal family vacation in this comfortable cottage with room for the family to spread out and enjoy! Three bedrooms offer space to relax in queen and full size beds. Top floor offers cathedral ceilings with loft-style bedroom with spectacular views of the ocean and marsh. Middle floor has kitchen, full bath, dining area for 6, workspace, living area, and a wrap around porch. First floor holds two bedrooms, full bath, laundry, second living space, and two additional outdoor seating areas.
As an added bonus, all linens and towels are provided for your stay.
Outside, escape reality with your choice of 4 separate sitting areas - 2 on the top deck, and two patios on the ground level. One patio is fenced in for extra security and privacy. The property also has deeded access to the marsh, so bring your own canoes, kayaks and paddle boards to explore the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve.
Amenities:
- Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher - Washer and dryer on first floor - Heat, A/C units - Blow dryer - Cable and Internet **cable not available in off-season, but you can access your own video subscriptions through the Smart DVD - Parking for MAX of 3 vehicles - BBQ grill - Limited beach toys like chairs, boogie boards and sand toys, all are worn from good times and salty air - Deeded right of way to access the marsh with kayaks or paddleboard, please do not store these items on the marsh.
Sorry, no smoking and no pets allowed. Rentals are Friday to Friday in the summer months of June-September. Off season rentals can be shorter minimum night stays by request, please email us.
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Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash, dry and put away all used towels
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Important information
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Property # 4798893
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
Wells
Located in Wells Beach, a neighbourhood in Wells, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wells Beach and Moody Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Wonder Mountain Fun Park and Bette-Jean's. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 10 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Cumberland Farms - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Congdon's Doughnuts - 4 min drive
Dunkin' - 6 min drive
Mike's Clam Shack - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!?
As of 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim! on 13 November 2026 start from NZ$1,242, 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 Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim! located?
This family-friendly Wells holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wells Beach and Crescent Beach. Moody Beach and Ogunquit Museum of American Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent location for the beach and being able to adventure around Wells area. Communication with the host was easy and quick. Great views from every window.
Christen V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! So glad you enoyed the views and convenient location. Come back again soon!
Super cute beach house. Has views in both front and back. Just lovely. Great with the teens and tweens because of location. Beach right there and can walk to arcade etc. loved the spiral staircase but it won’t be for everyone so take a good look. It’s t goes up all 3 floors. Not a problem for most. Great layout for a small footprint. Love the zen garden. They are lucky to have that. I recommend it highly.
michelle w.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thank you for the sweet words and 5-stars, Michelle! It was great to host you and hope you come back again!
Check in was easy. The house was clean and convenient to the beach. Views of the marsh and harbor were outstanding. We enjoyed staying at this beach house. A great family vacation!
Kathleen W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for renting and taking such great care of the property.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the beach. The location is perfect for everything we love to do. Long walks, runs and bike rides; games and lounging on the beach and then back to the house for a great dinner.
Lovely home and the location is excellent. We just stayed down the street from family so we didn't use the entire house. The only tough part was the spiral staircase. It can be a challenge for little ones or older people but otherwise lovely!
Best vacation we’ve had in years! The location of the house is perfect- coffee overlooking the back beach in the morning was truly so peaceful. It’s at the end of Atlantic Ave where you don’t have to worry about losing the entire beach at high tide. The owner is very responsive and the house is just beautiful and spacious and comfortable. Definitely a place we’d go again!
Kris is a fabulous communicator, making sure our stay was perfect. This was our fifth year staying at this property and it can't be best. Marsh views with sunsets off the porch, quick walk to the beach making runs back to the house for snacks or "I forgot" easy, the location can't be beat.
Ashley M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Five years of memories made! Thank you for coming back each year and for the lovely review!
Kris's property was amazing. Ample parking, right across the street from the beach with amazing sunset views over the marsh. Very comfortable space for our family. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
Excellent location to the beach, house very clean, plenty of parking, beautiful views, close to restaurants. Will be back for the third time next year.
Francis P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2021
So happy to host you all for another vacation! Thank you!
This was a great place to stay for a fun beach weekend with the family. It was very kid friendly with a lot of beach toys and a high chair and crib. We had a great time and loved the easy access to the beach.
Kyle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again in the future. Thank you for the kind review!
Great location right across from the beach. Clean family friendly house close to restaurants and stores. We have rented this house four summers and always had a wonderful summer vacation.
Francis P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
So pleased to have you all come back each year to enjoy the space. Thank you!
The house is very nice, clean, supplied with everything we needed and the beds were so comfortable! Great location, easy walk across the street to the beach, as well as the marsh. My nieces, husband and I enjoyed kayaking and paddle-boarding in the marsh, such a special time!
heather
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2021
Thank you for selecting my property for your stay and for taking such great care. Glad to hear you enjoyed the week! Come back again!
About the host
Hosted by Kris Libby
My daughter Addison and I started visiting the Wells area when she was just 1 year old and we have returned each summer. In 2017, we were thrilled at the opportunity to purchase our own place where we can unwind, forget the stress of the world, and get back to what matters most - quality time with family. We invite you to our cottage and hope your family enjoys it as much as we do! -Kris
What makes this property unique
I fell in love with this home for the proximity to both the marsh and the ocean, while being set back from the main road. The outdoor living spaces are so inviting. Inside, the comfort, cleanliness, and serene views captivated me. I could feel the love, laughter and enjoyment from families coming together here in the past and look forward to sharing this home for other families to enjoy, too.
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