Seaside Village Retreat – a Luxurious Victorian Condominium Near the Beach!
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
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.
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 sportfish.
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.
Property Type
- Condo
- 2000 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- private full bath
- Bedroom 2
- 2 twin/ single
- private full bath
- Bedroom 3
- 2 twin/ single
- 1/2 bath
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- en suite
- Bathroom 2
- toilet, tub
- en suite
- Bathroom 3
- toilet
- Toilet & Sink
- Sets of towels are included.
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Piano
- VCR
- Books
- CD Player
- Books For Adults
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Radio
- Games
Theme
- Luxury
- Family
Attractions
- Museums
- Theme Parks
- Zoo
- Forests
- Library
- Churches
- Restaurants
- Water Parks
- Playground
- Bay/Sound
- Marina
- Recreation Center
- Cinemas
- Live Theater
- Autumn Foliage
Car
- Recommended
Leisure Activities
- Bird Watching
- Scenic Drives
- Antiquing
- Eco Tourism
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Outlet Shopping
- Beachcombing
- Miniature Golf
- Walking
- Sledding
- Whale Watching
local services and businesses
- Hospital
- Fitness Center
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
- Babysitter
Location Type
- Beach
- Water View
- Village
sports and adventure activities
- Mountain Biking
- Equestrian Events
- Freshwater Fishing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Swimming
- Ice Skating
- Golf
- Cycling
- Deepsea Fishing
- Tennis
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Surf Fishing
- Surfing
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
- Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
- Whitewater Rafting
- Water Skiing
- Skiing
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Cross Country Skiing
- Water Tubing
- Mountain Climbing
- Sailing
- Snowboarding
- Hunting Small Game
- Hunting Big Game
- Rafting
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Fishing
- Wind-Surfing
- Snorkeling
- Pier Fishing
- Hunting
- Snowmobiling
- Fly Fishing
Arrival Day
- Saturday
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Room
General
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Towels Provided
- Basic Soaps
- Local Activities Guide
- Telephone
- Thermos Bottle
- Linens Provided
- Dialup Access
- Firewood
- Internet
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Laundry Soap
- Activities Guide
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Parking Off Street
- Wireless Internet
- Wood Fireplace
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Iron & Board
- Parking
- Alarm Clock
- Toilet Paper
- Local Maps
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Optional
Kitchen
- Coffee Grinder
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Mini Refrigerator
- Oven
- Catering Available
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Blender
- Coffee Maker
- Lobster Pot
- Stove
- Grill
- Ice Maker
- Pantry Items
Outside
- Outdoor Grill
- Lawn / Garden
- Walkway To Water
- Barbecue
- Beach Towels
- Terrace
- Small Cooler
- Deck / Patio
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Screen Porch / Veranda
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Balcony
- Porch / Veranda
- Wood Deck
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- Binoculars
- Beach Chairs
Reviews
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Wonderful!!
Wonderful!!
- Guest joebone99
- Date of stay 06/30/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
This was an amazing house to rent. We loved it. We have 2 small children who loved the place. I would recommend this place to everyone and we plan on going back again and again!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.
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Wintering in Maine
Wintering in Maine
- Guest Jim
- 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, age 55+, tourists without a car.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Peak Jun 22 - Aug 31, 2013 3 night min stay |
$482 | $482 |
$2595 | $8304 | ||
Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency ($) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.
Additional information about rental rates:
Fees and Taxes:
- Tax Rate 7%
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Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1981
About the owner: 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.
Contact us
- Primary: +1 207 351-6094 Year 'Round
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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Park Cottage in Early Spring
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Our fabulous Harbor Beach -- 5 minute walk down Fisherman's Path
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LR opens onto Conservatory
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Comfy, air conditioned bedrooms, baths ensuite
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DR table has leaves to seat eight. Can seat another 6 in the conservatory.
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Sundeck
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Conservatory with open sundeck.
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An Elegant Entrance
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A park like setting with wonderful gardens
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Interesting nature walks out the back door
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Down a short path to the Fisherman's and Cliff Walks
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The shed
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Living room with fireplace and grand piano
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Fireplaced library and home theater
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Stunning Kitchen with European Appliances and Fireplace
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Bright and breezy spaces.
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Nooks abound
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BBQ nook near kitchen
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Covered front porch
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Picking Gardens
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A beach, a harbor and a 7 mile estuary
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“Seaside Village Retreat – A Luxurious Victorian Condominium Near the Beach!