Location: York Harbor, Southern Coast, Maine, USA (One hr drive from Boston, Manchester and Portland)
Accommodations: Condo, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Park Cottage is a very large Victorian house that was originally part of the famous Emerson Hotel in the village of York Harbor, Maine. Guests rented suites of rooms for their family and servants during the Golden Era that began in the late 19th Century. Today Park Cottage is a classic example of interpretive historic preservation, blending modern conveniences and materials with timeless architectural detail, both inside and out.
Set in a beautiful neighborhood close by the sea, with an outstanding beach, it is as perfect for a vacation as it was when guests arrived in horse drawn carriages. Our luxury condominium in Park Cottage can be rented as a 3 BR configuration with 2-1/2 baths, sleeping six. Queen, 2-twins, 2-twins (trundle).
Sea, Sun and Sand.
We have a great beach a short walk down Fishermen's Path that becomes a wonderful expanse of hard sand at low tide. We play bocce ball on it, fly kites and generally run the grandchildren ragged. The water slopes out gently and there is rarely much surf. Since parking is very limited, there is never a great crowd either.
For more adventurous souls, you can surf on a section of Long Beach, a short ride up Route 1A. This is the next beach up the coast in York and it is about 2 miles long. Sometimes we go there for a walk up and back, stopping at the Sea and Surf for breakfast. Although busy, it is a lovely strand of sand and salt water.
A hop over the Nubble (where the famous lighthouse is) you will find York's third beach, Short Sands, complete with an arcade, salt water taffy and the York Wild Kingdom Park with its carnival rides and animal attractions.
Walking Around the Neighborhood. In addition to our fabulous Harbor Beach, there are great walks out the back door. By stepping down to the Fishermen's Path, you can go 'upriver or downriver.' Upriver takes you along the Harbor, up by the 'Wiggly Bridge,' a footbridge that connects to the Steedman's Woods, a wildlife reservation with beautiful paths. You can continue out the other side of the Steedman Woods to the George Marshall Store at the edge of the York River, next to John Hancock's Wharf. This historic location now houses a terrific gallery featuring regional artists in rotating collections, managed by the York Historical Society. To complete the walk, you can go by the golf course and back up to York Village for lunch and some tours of historic buildings before returning.
If you walk downriver, you skirt the Harbor and can either cross to the beach or visit one of several great restaurants. There is a very pretty walk along the Cliff Path above the ocean if you need to build up your appetite.
A Few Other Things We Do
On the walk down to our beach, you can stop at Bill Coite's house and buy some lobsters or ask him to take you fishing for stripers on his boat. He runs small charters and can take you spin casting or fly fishing for striped bass in and around the York River, one of the best locations in the world for this sport fishing.
Across the street from us or in a number of other places nearby, you can have friends come to stay for a night or two at a bed and breakfast. Sometimes we play softball in the park next door to our neighbor, St. Georges Church. On the other side of the street from the park is the York Art Association building.
There are lots of church suppers, clambakes and festivals nearby in the summer, plus a variety of music and professional theater. Reservations for golf, fishing, kayaking, clambakes, boating and other attractions can made easily. York Harbor has been a summer resort destination for over 150 years for good reason. You have plenty of options.
Keywords: Condo
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air-Conditioning : Two ensuite bedrooms are air conditioned. The third opens to night breezes on the north side.
- Wood Fireplace : Three fireplaces, one each in LR, Den/Library and Kitchen
- Parking Off Street : Two spaces assigned in private lot.
- Washing Machine : Asko, in laundry room in unit.
- Clothes Dryer : In laundry room in unit.
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer : By special arrangement
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Twin/ Single (4) : Two twins in each of the 2 additional bedrooms.
- Child Bed : Pack and Play available.
- Queen : Queen in first bedroom.
- Entertainment
- TV : Several, including 45 inch in den/library.
- Satellite Or Cable : Time Warner cable.
- Music Library : CD library
- DVD
- Stereo System
- CD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : High end kitchen with Sub Zero, Miele appliances. Custom cabinetry, island with seating, fireplace.
- Refrigerator : Large sub zero with freezer and small sub zero bar refrigerator.
- Cooking Utensils : Fully equipped to the corkscrew,
- Microwave : In kitchen garage enclosure.
- Catering Available : Many resources available
- Dish Washer : Miele
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Lanai : There is a large, covered front porch on the front of the unit with appropriate seating.
- Deck/Patio : Raised, furnished sundeck off conservatory. Multiple plantings.
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Water View : There are limited views of the Harbor, which is about 200 feet away. Large Victorian era homes and landscaping predominate in the area. The beach is a short stroll away.
- Communications
- Wireless Broadband : Linksys wireless connected to Broadband.
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Unit has a large, south facing glass conservatory with attractive furnishings. Can serve as a second dining area. Roof vents and Bermuda windows provide excellent air circulation. Parklike backyard with gardens, seating, table and hammock. A stainless gas barbecue is available for cookouts on the lawn. Can walk to a fine beach in 5 minutes over a quiet pathway along the harbor. Excellent restaurants off beach and adjacent park.
- Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
- Activities
- Water Skiing
- Mountain Biking
- Hunting
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Skiing
- Golf
- Wind-Surfing
- Hospital
- Laundromat
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Medical Services
- Fitness Center
- Pier Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Mountain Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Surf Fishing
- Whitewater Rafting
- Snorkeling
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Ice Skating
- Fishing
- Deepsea Fishing
- Surfing
- Rafting
- Hunting Big Game
- Hunting Small Game
- Equestrian Events
- Freshwater Fishing
- Water Parks
- Beachcombing
- Playground
- Recreation Center
- Outlet Shopping
- Scenic Drives
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Marina
- Theme Parks
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Live Theater
- Churches
- Library
- Zoo
- Museums
- Snowmobiling
- Kayaking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Shopping
- Rock Climbing
- Shelling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Miniature Golf
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Snowboarding
- Sledding
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Fishing - Excellent striped bass fishing charters can be arranged,Surfing -- Designated Surfing Area on nearby Long Sands Beach. Old fashion summer attractions such as amusement park rides, a wild animal zoo, outdoor bowling, homemade ice cream and saltwater taffy are a short drive away at York Beach. Fine Dining - Outstanding restaurants and a park overlooking the ocean are within easy walking distance in the neighborhood.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Peak Summer 2012 (June 23-Sept 1) -- $2,595/week Early Summer 2012 (May 5-June 23) -- $2,076/week Late Summer 2012 (Sept 1-Sept 22 ) -- $2,076/week Off Season 2012 (Sept 22 2012 - May 4 2013) $1,557/week Now through May 5, 2012 -- $1,557/week Rates are subject to 7% State Tax Call or e-mail for short or long term rates - 207-351-6094
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1981
We are retired professionals, splitting our time between Maine and Florida. We spend much of our time in Maine aboard our cruising boat, M/V Moonbeam, exploring the coast between Long Island Sound and the Canadian Border. We're alway in touch by cellphone and Internet if we are not in the immediate area.
Why the Owner Chose York Harbor
We are New Englanders and always knew where the best places were. You can't beat York Harbor.
The Unique Benefits of this Condo
There are hundreds of great restaurants, venues for the visual and performing arts, antique shops galore, extensive outdoor recreation year -round, cultural centers, centers of education, a world class big city (Boston) and a charming little seaside city (Portsmouth, NH - 10 min). There are fine attractions throughout the year.
Property Photos
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- Conservatory with sundeck on right
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- The Park Cottage in York Harbor
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- Our Fabulous Harbor Beach
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- Living room with fireplace and grand piano
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- Large Fireplaced Kitchen with European Appliances
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- Typical bedroom, bath ensuite
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- Sundeck viewed from Conservatory
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- Covered Open Front Porch for quiet daydreaming
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- Dining Room with expanding table and seating for eight
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- Parklike grounds and outbuilding
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- Our Cliff Walk along the Ocean
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- Swim in our clear, refreshing ocean water
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- Backdoor barbecue deck
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- Lots of Harbor activities
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- Our famous "Wiggly Bridge"
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- Carolyn, your happy hostess!
Traveler Reviews (1)
Wintering in Maine
Guest: Jim
(Carmel, CA, USA/Marblehead, MA USA)
Date of Stay: 02/20/10
Review Submitted: 11/23/10
For reasons too complicated to go into, we needed a place to stay that was reasonably close to Boston but outside Massachusetts. We found the Curtis's cottages to be a wonderful solution, staying for an extended period between February and May, 2010, in all three of the units. Each of the units has its own particular charm. The solarium in the main cottage is wonderful. We became quite fond of York Harbor and the surrounding area, and we were actually sorry to have the time end. We wound up spending time with Carolyn and Ed Curtis and found them to be gracious and hospitable.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+.
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