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Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Hea
The Happy Lobster is a cozy Maine beach cottage just a 2–3 minute walk to Short Sands Beach! Enjoy a comfy main-level living space, stocked kitchen, dining area, and full bath. Upstairs features 2 bedrooms + a twin on the landing (low ceilings upstairs), sleeping 6. Relax on the back patio with a gas grill and small grassy play area. Linens/towels included. No pets, no smoking. Walk to shops, restaurants, arcade & more. Don’t miss Bell Farm Shops + Nectar Café at Bell Farm—owned by the homeowner

Luxury Year-round Treehouse with private hot tub
The Canopy is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.

The Surf Chalet at York Beach
The Surf Chalet is a one of a kind vacation experience on the coast of Maine. Ideally located between Long Sands, Short Sands and the Nubble Lighthouse. Only a 0.2 mile walk to Long Sands Beach, 0.4 mile walk to Short Sands/shopping. The Surf Chalet sleeps 6. King sized bed, 2 Twin beds and twin/full bunk beds. 1.5 bath with an open living/dining area. The Surf Chalet offers many conveniences: fire pit, patio, grill, large front yard, children's toys, beach chairs and yard/beach/board games.

Oceanfront Cottage on Long Sands Beach - Sleeps 4
Wake up steps from Long Sands Beach at Minisands, a cozy oceanfront York cottage made for easy beach days and memory-making getaways. Sleeps 4 with a queen bedroom and pullout sofa. Enjoy ocean views from the front deck, two on-site parking spaces, outdoor shower, fast Wi-Fi, mini-split heat/AC, smart TV, stocked essentials, walk-across-the-street beach access, and thoughtfully curated coastal design. Perfect for couples, small families and surfers seeking a simple, special stay by the water.

Luxurious Oceanfront Property
Welcome to The Luxurious, where a unique boat feeling awaits you. Completely remodeled with high-end finishing, an elevator accesses all three levels. An open floor concept invites the ocean breeze and offers unique views. A modern fitness room, a year-round hot tub and firepit will enhance your stay. After a day at the beach, enjoy the sunset from the house and walk to the Nubble Light House to savor Maine's famous blueberry ice cream and pie ! Fishing dock not available at the moment.

New 3 BD, 2 BA home, 6 min walk to Long Sands.
Completely redone, high end finishes, a created pint of perfection. Come see how to best create a 1,500 sq foot home with room for time together and also spacious bedrooms and baths. I think you’ll find this home has everything the York rental market DOESNT! New, sleek, fashionable and family focused. DO YOU HAVE A LARGE GROUP OR FAMILY AND NEED MORE THAN ONE HOUSE? We bought 3 houses all next to each other. Ask about our other listings and maybe book all three!

A water view slice of heaven at Pepperrell Cove
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of staying in Kittery Point Maine’s exclusive Pepperrell Cove area. • Walk three minutes to dinner at one of three amazing waterfront restaurants • Enjoy a private chartered boat ride from across the street • Rent kayaks • Visit Fort McClary • Hike Cutts Island Trail • Visit Crescent and Seapoint beaches • Shop and dine in Kittery’s Wallingford Square, downtown Portsmouth, and the Kittery Outlets. Everything is within fifteen minutes away!

York Beach, ME home - walk to beaches, lighthouse
Enjoy a little piece of Maine paradise at your soon-to-be little home away from home! York Beach, Maine is a charming coastal town perfectly located in this peaceful piece of New England. The summer season is simply amazing! Visitors will find this location charming, with two beaches within walking distance, quaint boutique shops, an amusement park, and outdoor dining. Enjoy the soft, safe, sandy beaches or take a walk to The Nubble Lighthouse to view the perfect sunsets.

Family home with large fenced yard, pet friendly!
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located pet friendly home! Walk to Short Sands Beach for relaxing in the sun, shopping, dinner, nightlife and family friendly activities! Giant fenced in private backyard is perfect for quiet evenings, and an ideal space for your four legged friends! Three large bedrooms and an additional sunroom with sleeping capacity for 2 allow for the whole family to comfortably settle in for a seaside vacation.

Long Sands Cottage - Walk to Beach
Walk to Long Sands Beach - we are 0.4 miles from the beach, about a 7 minute walk. July/August are 7-day Sat to Sat only rentals. IMPORTANT: You must bring your own linens and towels. Cottage is on a charming unpaved road in a quiet neighborhood of small 1950's vintage seasonal cottages. Walking distance to downtown York Beach which has a zoo, restaurants, penny arcade and fun shops. There is a rolling beach cart and two backpack beach chairs available for your use.

Cute 1-Bedroom apartment in the woods by the sea
This 1- bedroom apartment is a half mile walk to Cape Neddick Beach, yet tucked away in the privacy of the woods. When the surf is up you can hear the waves crashing on the nearby rocky cove and the clang of the ocean bell buoy. Also conveniently located within 3 miles of York Beach, Ogunquit, Cape Neddick Golf Course, and the Cliff House Resort. Cape Neddick has it all: coastal cliffs, a sandy beach, a scenic river, hiking trails, and fine dining.

History Steps from the Beach
If you’re looking for more space and amenities than staying in a hotel room, but still want the cleanliness and professionalism you’d expect from one, then you may enjoy staying here. Our spacious 3 room, 1,200 square foot historic (c. 1670) one bedroom apartment for two guests has exposed beams, wide pine floors, full bath, kitchenette, and is just a short walk to Long Sands Beach or a short drive to York Beach, York Harbor, or York Village.
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Tranquil Haven - Minutes from Perkins Cove

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Seacoast Getaway

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Badgers Island Condo-Sweeping Portsmouth Views #3

Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!
Family-friendly house rentals

1 MILE TO LONG OR SHORT SANDS BEACH

Rocky Acres at York Beach

Ogunquit Village 5 BDR, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach

Large Beach Home between Long & Short Sands Beach

Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach

Overlook York Beach Cottage 1 - Walk to Beach!

5 minute walk to ShortSands

Here Comes the Sun. York beaches
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Goose Point Getaway (a boutique AirBnB experience)

Tugboat Vista | 2 Bedroom | Downtown Portsmouth

Small newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment

The Tugboat - KingBed, Waterfront! Parking!

Ogunquit by the Riverbend

2 bedroom 2 bath apartment!

Twenty Shore - 2 Ocean Suite

Chic Loft-Style Condo in Downtown Portsmouth
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The Pioneer - York Beachfront living

Treat Yourself (to a York Beach Modernized Gem)

York Adventure, 10 min walk to Long Sands beach.

Contemporary 2 BR Apartment | Close to beaches

Oceanfront Cottage by Nubble Light

Charming Cottage on Nubble Point!

Newly Renovated Home-5 mins from Short Sands Beach

Rising Tide at Long Sands Beach!
Destinations to explore
- Sebago Lake
- Ogunquit Beach
- Hampton Beach
- Wells Beach
- Long Sands Beach
- Willard Beach
- Canobie Lake Park
- York Harbor Beach
- North Hampton Beach
- Scarborough Beach
- Cape Neddick Beach
- Footbridge Beach
- Crane Beach
- Jenness Beach
- Snhu Arena
- East End Beach
- Gooch's Beach
- Hills Beach
- Fortunes Rocks Beach
- Salisbury Beach
- Salem Witch Museum
- Good Harbor Beach
- Wallis Sands Beach
- Salem Willows Park





