Location: York Harbor, Southern Coast, Maine, USA (Served by 3 airports, Boston, Portland and Manchester, NH.)
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)
60' high above Harbor Beach for spectacular sunrise and sunset ocean views and the sounds of waves on Harbor Beach from house, front lawn with fire-pit, or formal Garden for outside dining and Garden Retreat with fireplace.
First Floor: Flowing, light, south facing 1st floor perfect for entertaining with Dining Room seating for 16 guests and large bay window ocean views. Retire to the Living Room with fireplace, 52" HDTV and sitting patio overlooking Harbor Beach,...or the quiet Music/Reading Room with large bay window for ocean views... or the East Morning Room for after dinner games or use as a 2nd Dining Room for additional 16 dinner guests for lobster dinner.
Second Floor: Grand front stair leads to (4) front bedrooms with ocean views, (2) master suites with in-suite bathrooms and (2) bedrooms served the Front Hall Bathroom. (2) rear bedrooms face the Garden with side ocean views and sounds of the waves on Harbor Beach served by 2nd Hall Bath and optional 2nd stair access to Kitchen.
Family Reunion Headquarters: Book early. Contact the York Harbor Inn for additional accommodations, catering and facilities. The Reading Room is a private club overlooking Harbor Beach and directly across York Street from this property. Contact the Reading Room for limited dates and dinner/dancing arrangements.
York Harbor Magic: Cliff Walk above the bold Atlantic, family oriented Harbor Beach, the active and picturesque Harbor, and the Fishermen’s Walk along the pristine York River, all with the backdrop of Mt. Agamenticus with mountain trails and lakes, and at night, 4 lighthouses flash for attention.
Sample Schedule: First Day- York Historical Society museums and programs, lantern led Ghostly Tours, Stonewall Kitchens and Pigs Fly Bread, York Beach honky tonk and the Goldenrod, surfing and kite flying on Long Sands Beach, Nubble Lighthouse and Brown’s ice cream, the Wiggle Bridge, and magical full moon kayak tours of the Rachel Carson Preserve.
Second day- Perkins Cove, Marginal Way, fishing and sightseeing boat tours, Ogunquit Beach and floating the river, Floe's hot dogs and the Ogunquit Playhouse.
Third day- Cape Neddick beach as the tide goes out revealing the wonders in tide pools and new sand bars for skimming.
Fourth day- gourmet breakfast at Stonewall Kitchens or enjoy the lobstermen at Rick's. Outlet shopping and golf for the guys.
Fifth day- very early morning for a trip to Mt Washington, part of the Presidential range of the White Mountains. Hike to Greenleaf Cabin and view the Old Man-in-the-mountain or to the summit of Mt. Washington by car, train or foot via Tuckerman's Ravine.
Sixth day- Relax on Harbor Beach. At low tide, raft or Boogie board out the Black Rocks from Pirates Cove.
Seventh day- plan the 2nd week.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: No air conditioning,..fans provided and rarely needed.
- Washer: Full size, front load washer.
- Dryer: Full size, front load dryer.
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Larger paved area for 5-6 cars.
- Wood Fireplace: Large fireplace in Living Room, Garden Retreat. Fire Pit in front yard is a summer time treat.
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : 2 master bedrooms with in suite bathrooms.
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (6) : 3 bedrooms with 2 twin beds.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Free Time-Warner Cable Internet, HDTV and phone with free calling to Continental US and Canada. 52" LCD HDTV.
- DVD
- VCR
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Gas cooking. (2) dishwashers.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: New french door refrigerator with ice maker.
- Dishwasher: (2) dishwashers.
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Front patio and Garden for outside dining. Fire Pit in front yard for summertime story telling.
- Lanai: Gardner Retreat with fireplace.
- View/Location
- Beach View: House sits 60' above Harbor Beach located directly across the street. Harbor Beach is the best local beach for toddlers and small children.
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone: 5-hand set wireless phone.
- Free Long Distance: Unlimited free calling to continental US and Canada.
- Broadband Internet: Free Time-Warner cable Internet with wireless router.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly: Perfect for grand family reunion. Harbor Beach is the best local sand beach for toddlers and it's directly across the street from the house.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 21 years old.
- Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking in the house or within 20' of house.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Sightseeing, Star Gazing and Story Telling.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 07, 2010-Jun 24, 2010: $2500(2 nt min, 3rd night free) .. $3500/week
Jun 25, 2010-Sep 11, 2010: $6000/week (1 wk min)
Sep 12, 2010-Oct 31, 2010: $2500(2 nt min, 3rd night free) .. $3500/week
Check in at 3 PM & check out promptly at 10 AM.
$300 cleaning charge, 7% tax, $2500 deposit.
July 4th 2010 Special: 2-weeks June 26 to July 10 for $10,800.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1996
Family summer home in ideal location in York Harbor, Maine.
Why the Owner Chose York Harbor
The house has a large yard and plenty of parking for guests. The property sits 60' above Harbor Beach for great sunsets and long ocean views.
The Unique Benefits of this House
16-person Dining Room or table for 8 in the Garden,... or walk to fine dining at the adjacent York Harbor Inn, the Stage Neck Inn or Foster's Clambake.
Property Photos
- Entry and Southeast Elevation - York Harbor Vacation Home with Ocean Views
- Living Room, Dining Room and Front Patio - York Harbor Vacation Home with Ocean Views
- Late Spring Sunset and Warm Fire - York Harbor Vacation Home with Ocean Views
- Sunset from Front Lawn
- Harbor Beach, Oceanfront Park and House
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #245119
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