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The Pioneer - York Beachfront living

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Exterior
Exterior
Full kitchen
Living room
Bedroom 1 - King

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Pioneer - York Beachfront living

Experience the ultimate beachfront living at our rental home, perfectly located right in front of Short Sands Beach in York. This charming retreat features 7 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 16 guests. The master bedroom boasts a private balcony facing the beach, perfect for enjoying stunning ocean views.

Inside, you’ll find a spacious game room located in the garage, ideal for family fun and entertainment. Enjoy the convenience of being steps away from the beach, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and seaside strolls. Whether you’re looking to relax by the ocean or enjoy the vibrant local scene, our home offers the perfect coastal getaway. Book your stay today and make unforgettable memories at this prime beachfront location!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We only accept well-behaved and house trained dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
See the “House Guide” for additional rules and information. It will be sent one week before your arrival.
Respect the “Thing to do before you go” checklist before your departure.
If hosts contact you after an instant booking, a reply is expected within 72 hours. Failure to communicate could result in a cancellation.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Market Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider York's Wild Kingdom, or check out an event or a game at York Golf and Tennis Club.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 13 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frankie & Johnny's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pioneer - York Beachfront living pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pioneer - York Beachfront living?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pioneer - York Beachfront living on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$2,582, 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 The Pioneer - York Beachfront living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Pioneer - York Beachfront living?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pioneer - York Beachfront living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pioneer - York Beachfront living located?

This family-friendly York Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 1 mile (2 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. 127 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home has everything you need to enjoy a fun filled family vacation. It is warm and inviting and the views are spectacular. The owners are very responsive and friendly and we recommend the property to everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an exceptional property with everything that you need to enjoy a visit. We loved our time here and won't hesitate to rebook again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a perfect location. Hosts were very responsive & kind. Stayed over new years with family and wouldn’t hesitate to rebook.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful home in the perfect location! We loved our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our entire family really enjoyed our stay. The house and the location are excellent. We plan on returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with amazing views! Kind and responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family spent Thanksgiving at this wonderful property. The home was lovely and very comfortable. The hosts were very attentive and a joy to work with. The house was beautiful and the location was spectacular. Wonderful experience. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing! Very clean, roomy, kitchen equipped with necessities, and the views are amazing. The quick walk to the lighthouse and town were a plus. The owners are great to work with - friendly, hispitable, and just nice people.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia G.

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

Beautiful beach house

This house had everything for the large family get together and the location is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Property was great had everything that you needed

Very good area and the house was excellantl
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful!!! Be hopefully will be booking again next year. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kennedy F.

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

Moms 60th Birthday Trip

Great stay! Perfect for our large extended family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kate c.

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

Beautiful Spot!

Wonderful, relaxing vacation in a beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

York ME

A fantastic home for the week, enough space for everyone in our family. An amazing location, a walk away from the beach and lighthouse. Would HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

A little March getaway

Absolutely perfect stay! The home was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The location was fantastic—close to the beach, great restaurants, and all that York has to offer. The hosts were responsive and made everything seamless. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois P.

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

Long time friends come together

We so enjoyed our 4-night stay in this home. Beautiful views, comfortable beds, everything we needed in the kitchen and the convenience of the Ogunquit Playhouse and good restaurants made our stay so nice despite the bad weather. Loved this home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house and location

Beautiful house just off beach with the best views. Rooms were very comfortable. Great gathering areas inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much! Our family was thrilled with your home at Short Sands! The house was well stocked with everything we needed. The location was fabulous! We enjoyed every minute of our vacation - the beach, the walks downtown, the shops, the restaurants, - all within walking distance. This was the perfect vacation! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kate c.

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

Birthday Celebration

Beautiful home in a perfect location for our family birthday celebration! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Fantastic experience

This house is amazing with breathtaking views. So close to all Maine has to offer. Highly recommend this great place!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

A great escape from reality

Staying here was a wonderful experience! The kitchen was fully stocked so cooking was very convenient l!!! We thoroughly enjoyed the game room, the view, the proximity to the beach and downtown as well as dinners on the deck. We can’t wait to go back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maura H.

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

Great family weekend away!

Our family of 9 adults enjoyed a relaxing long weekend in York. The house perfectly accommodated all of us. There was plenty of space, comfortable bedrooms and everything we needed was easily assessable. The location is perfect - right on the beach! And restaurants and shopping are minutes away. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Steve Bernard

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We are dedicated professional hosts, committed to providing you with an exceptional stay. Our goal is to treat every guest to a 5-star experience every step of the way, ensuring your time with us is nothing short of unforgettable.

From the moment you book with us, we are here to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We manage this home from a distance and have an amazing local team available for any emergency assistance.

If you have any questions before or during your stay, please contact us directly on VRBO.

We look forward to hosting you and making your stay a memorable one!

Why they chose this property

Discover the charm of York, Maine, a picturesque coastal town perfect for year-round visits. Enjoy stunning ocean views, historic sites like the Nubble Lighthouse, and beautiful beaches. In summer, relax on the sandy shores or explore the vibrant local shops and restaurants. Fall brings breathtaking foliage and scenic hikes on Mount Agamenticus. Winter offers cozy stays and festive events, while spring is ideal for exploring the blooming landscapes. York is a delightful destination for every season.

What makes this property unique

This home is “signed” GVC Vacation Rentals. It was carefully selected for its unbeatable location.

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