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Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach

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Living area
Private kitchen
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 142625 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach

***Only 2 weeks left in Summer 2026! August 15-22 | August 22-29

***All of June 2026 still available as well!***

Get ready for fun in the sun! This 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom beach house sleeps 14 and is a short five-minute walk from Long Sands Beach.

Completely furnished with laundry on site, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Hardwood floors throughout, ceiling fans in every room, window unit air conditioners in every bedroom (and also the first-floor kitchen), and a gas fireplace in the living room. Outdoor hot and cold shower, perfect for rinsing off the sand after a fun day at the beach. Off-street parking for 5 vehicles, located on a private, low-traffic road, perfect for kids. Feel free to use our beach chairs and beach toys, too!

1st floor – Fully equipped stainless steel kitchen with granite countertops, dishwasher, microwave, gas-powered stove, refrigerator with water and ice maker, and seating for three at the peninsula. There’s also a pantry for storing everything you need to prepare delicious meals, a coat closet, and a half-bathroom off the eat-in-kitchen that includes table seating for four. The living room features a large sectional couch and wall-mounted cable TV adjoining an area with table seating for four and access to the deck and gas grill, perfect for cookouts.

2nd floor – Master bedroom with en suite full bathroom, queen bed, walk-in closet, and two bureaus for plenty of storage. Two additional bedrooms: one with a queen bed, the other with two twin beds. Both bedrooms feature large closets and bureaus. Full bathroom with tub, tiled shower, and wall-mounted hair dryer.

3rd floor – Two bedrooms: one with a twin bed and queen bed, the other with a full bed and a twin-over-full bunk bed.

Enjoy the playground at Short Sands beach, the York Wild Animal Kingdom, gift shops, drinks at one of York’s many restaurants and cafes, the Nubble Lighthouse, and nearby outlet shopping.

We can’t wait for you to stay with us!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Water Country is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Sands Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Short Sands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 14 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Basket - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach on Jun 7, 2026 start from $642, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Family Getaway - 5 Minute Walk to Long Sands Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of York's Wild Kingdom, Short Sands Beach, and Long Sands Beach. Nubble Lighthouse and Cliff Walk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexis b.

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

A great stay

We had a wonderful stay, James answered any questions I had, and just a short walk to Long Sands! Was a great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

End of season family and frie ds vaca

Great location, so much space. Plenty of beds and parking. James was great to deal with, would highly recommend and stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

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

Great beach trip

James’s house was very clean and spacious enough for our 8 person group. We really enjoyed the easy access to the beach, and James helped us with local restaurant recommendations that turned out great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

Great stay, good location

Nice clean house that fit our group of 14 comfortably. Multiple rooms and a deck to spread out in. It had everything we needed and we appreciated use of the beach chairs and boogey boards. Great location for access to Long Sands beach or Short Sand beach and shops. Quiet neighborhood. James was great at communicating throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great house, clean and lots of space

Great house and lots of space for 14 people. Great location on quiet street near the beach. Only downside is that the dining tables are small if you have a large group
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

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

Family beach vacation is

A great spot! This lovely house has so much room. It’s nicely updated and super clean! Short walk to the long sands beach is just perfect for the whole family. James, the owner is super easy to reach and answers every question! The area has a lot to offer too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather u.

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

Fabulous Family Vacation

Multi-generational family had a wonderful time together at this rental. The short walk to the beach was manageable for young children which was a huge plus! We also enjoyed the ability to walk to a few restaurants (loved Stones Throw) and ice cream. Additional activities enjoyed by our group included the playground and shopping at Shorts Sands, Fox's restaurant and the Nubble Light House, golf and outlet shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great family vacation

The house was new, clean and modern. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need. Very clean when we arrived. The host was always quick to respond. Beach was a short walk. Would definitely recommend to a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Wedding at Well's

My spouse, myself, and our wedding party and their family stayed at this lovely home. We found the home to be in a quiet and pleasant location. It was convenient for multiple day trips and as a home base for the group. We were able to not only plan the day and arrange gifts, but I was even able to get some work done.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Tons of space within the house and plenty of seating options. We had a group with 5 kids ages 1-6, so heving many different spots to eat was great. Also each room was a great size!The location is great. Quiet road. Close to the beach. Not much rlse you can ask for. Id recommend this to anyone staying. We had 7 adults and 5 kids and felt like we douldve added more.James is a great host. Easy to communicate with and fast to respond to any qurstions. We are so thankful ro have found this spot and excited for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darci W.

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

Spacious, clean house and quick walk to the beach!

The house was beautiful, clean with lots of space for my 3 teens to spread out. Kitchen space was new and we were happy to find it stocked with a keurig and coffee (which saved my husband). Everything exceeded expectations and we wished we could stay longer! Would highly recommend! Plenty of room for a large family or for kids to bring a friend. Great communication with James absolutely no issues the whole weekend was so smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Perfect vacation spot!

We rented from James for Labor Day weekend 2022. He’s a wonderful and right to the point communicator. The home is literally perfect - it has everything you need and it’s modern and clean. We loved the proximity because you can walk easily to Short Sands on Railroad St or you can take the short cut and come right out on Long Sands! Best of both worlds! James’ home has everything you need from laundry to kitchenwares to games. The living room was so comfortable and it has a fireplace with a large TV above with Hulu and other streaming channels. The construction of the building is excellent, solid so it’s quiet and not creaky. All bedrooms have an AC unit, TV and ceiling fans. We will be back. Thank you again, James!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Great house and location

Great house. It has everything one needs. Perfect location for the beach and sightseeing. Nice quiet neighborhood close to everything. Walk to Long Sand Beach and a few outstanding restaurants. The owner was great at communicating through the VRBO app. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Super Duper

We had a fantastic time … house was roomy for all our family and our “buffer” friends that joined us here and there throughout the week … IF I had to say something … it would be that the shower stalls needed a soap dishes (which the good ole Dollar Tree came through in a pinch) ;) but really the entire process was easy peasy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Great house for large families

Owner was very attentive to all questions that I had!! House was suitable for our large family and great location to walk to beach, stores, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great house, great location!

We had a great week renting this home. The convenient, short walk to the beach was the best. The home was clean, updated and offered more than we needed for the week. We rented the home with my brother in law and sister in law, combined we have 7 children and had plenty of living space to spread out but hang and dine together nicely as well. Laundry area had soaps and dryer sheets to use, bathroom drawers stocked on toilet paper and hand soaps - all unexpected pleasant surprises that I haven’t seen at other rentals! All bedrooms plus kitchen had window AC units and TV’s equipped for streaming. James was easy to work with and communicate with for our booking and leading up to the rental. Timely responses which I appreciated greatly. Overall beautiful home, minimal outdoor space aside from back deck area unless you can use gravel driveway (our kids too young for that) but deck was great for dining and relaxing on. We look forward to renting here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared B.

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

Great Beach Property

Walking distance to Beach, great central location. House was very nice and clean. Recently updated. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOAN L.

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

Perfect York Vacation

York is the perfect place to experience Maine and all it has to offer. The York Beach house was the ideal house that accomdated all our needs. We plan on returning next year. Thank you for sharing your house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

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

Happy Family Weekend Stay

My wife and I decided to make our 50th wedding anniversary an immediate family affair. We spent two nights at this property, and it was everything it was advertised to be. The home was awesome. The walk to the beach was short and easy with lots of great restaurants nearby. All eight adults and six grandchildren (8-15) agree.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Great property manager, very clean and easy access to York!

The house was very clean, property manager was easily reachable and great location- would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

5 Stars !!

Amazing location, clean, spacious, and host was very nice and gave a lot of helpful information before our stay !! Highly recommend! Short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was very cute. Also a quick 20 minute drive to Portsmouth !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia B.

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

Beachside Bachelorette

This house was the perfect setting for a bachelorette weekend getaway! It slept and entertained 13 friends and the bride with room to spare! James was an incredibly helpful and attentive host - would love to work with him again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

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

Sibling getaway

The property was exactly as pictured. The bedrooms and bed sizes were perfect for our needs. The home is an easy walk to downtown York and the beach but in a quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Great, big home for York stay

Great property for a big family. The space was even bigger than the pictures. Plenty of room for 7 adults and 5 kids. Appliances are all new and work well. Very happy with the house and the owners. High recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

laura M.

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

Great house

Great house for a large group. Plenty of room and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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