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Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands

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Heres Happy Lobster!!
Cozy living room
Living area
Kitchen with small dining table
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Spacious, comfortable rooms
    Guests love the top-rated, generously-sized rooms.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Long Sands Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Sleeping Room

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Queen Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen Sleeper Sofa In Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Twin Sleeping Space

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Main Floor Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands

Welcome to The Happy Lobster—your classic Maine beach cottage in the heart of Short Sands, just a 2–3 minute walk to the sand. Park once, settle in, and spend your days bouncing between the beach, village shops, ice cream stops, the arcade, bowling, and all the coastal fun that makes this spot a family favorite.

Inside, the main level offers a comfortable, open living space that’s perfect for relaxing after a sunny beach day. The kitchen is well-equipped for easy vacation meals, and the dining area is ready for memorable family dinners (lobster bake, anyone?). A full bathroom is also conveniently located on this floor.

Upstairs you’ll find the sleeping quarters:
Bedroom 1 (front): Queen bed, TV, and window A/C
Bedroom 2: Full bed + twin bed
Extra sleeping space: A twin bed on the second-floor landing
Please note: the second-floor ceilings have limited headroom, so taller guests should take care.

Out back, enjoy a private patio that’s made for summer—fire up the gas grill, dine outdoors, and let the kids play in the small grassy area beside the patio.

Sleeping arrangements (6–8 guests):
Queen bedroom
Full + twin bedroom
Twin bed on landing
Queen sleeper sofa available upon request

Good to know:
Linens & towels included
No pets / no smoking
No dishwasher
Stackable washer/dryer for guest use
A/C: portable unit in the main living area + window units upstairs
Cable TV

While you’re here, be sure to pop over to Bell Farm Shops and the Nectar Café at Bell Farm—they’re owned by the same wonderful owners, and they genuinely love meeting their guests. Tell them you’re staying at The Happy Lobster with Salt & Shine for an extra warm welcome.

Traveling with a larger group? Endless Summer is located in the front unit—ask about booking one or both homes together.

Location: 22B Main Street, York, Maine
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must be 28 years or older to rent.
During Peak Season (mid June - Labor Day) a 7 night minimum is required at almost all Salt & Shine homes.
No events, no bachelorette parties, no bachelor parties.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2537252
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this vacation home is in the city center and by the sea. Market Square is a notable landmark, 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 12 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands on Sep 28, 2026 start from $447, 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 Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Heart of Short Sands located?

Located in the heart of York Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of York's Wild Kingdom and Short Sands Beach. Long Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Perfect girls' getaway!

The cottage was perfect for my daughter and I. It was in such a great location, and we could walk to the beach and restaurants in under 5 minutes. Thank you for a great weekend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Great house for a beach getaway

This great little house is perfect walking distance to short sands beach and a longer walk to long sands beach. Once you arrive you can park your car and walk everywhere. Salt and Sands were great with clear instructions and very responsive. We loved the little touches of hospitality.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brant M.

Perfect Location for a great week at Short Sands in York!

The Happy Lobster at 22B Main Street exceeded our high expectations. The House was good size with plenty of room for everyone and all our stuff. The air conditioning was great as we were visiting on a hot week. Our host Daniele and the entire Salt & Shine Vacation Rental team were very responsive, and answered our questions quickly. The House was in very clean and ready when we arrived. The absolute best part about the house was the location!!! It was just a few houses away from the Goldenrod and a very easy walk to Short Sands Beach. Plenty of places to eat and shop only a short walk away. We absolutely loved our week at York Beach and staying at the Happy Lobster. In full disclosure, the parking space could be a little tight to get into depending on how big the cars are for the people staying in House 22A, but we didn’t have any problems. I would strongly recommend this house for anyone visiting Short Sands at York Beach!!!
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8/10 Good

Pamela D.

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

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Loved The Happy Lobster. Property management response time was phenomenal for the few minor things we needed. Problem with the grill. They had a new grill delivered the next day. Very clean and had everything we needed. Location was fabulous. Within walking to down town and beach. Only issue we had was the parking. Only one car parking. It was difficult to maneuver between 2 other cars oddly parked for 22A every time we left the cottage. For that reason only we prob wouldn’t stay again. It was stressful. Sorry!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2023
Thank you so much for your review!! We're happy to have been a help for the grill, and that you enjoyed your stay so much! With the history of the area and the age of these houses, you'll find many properties in York (especially as close to the beach!!) have back-to-back houses on the same properties!! Parking is sometimes part of earning your sea legs around here, but we're sorry it stressed you out! There are plenty of more properties we can offer you next year with your feedback in mind. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne V.

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

Great Location

We very much loved the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

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

Great location

Easy check-in process, perfect location for beach and downtown York area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Daniele & Hannah with Salt & Shine Vacation Rentals

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Salt & Shine is a Boutique Vacation Rental Agency with a keen eye to detail. Maintaining the the highest level of guest services is our priority. We are earnest in our quest for guest satisfaction. Promoting the Beautiful state of Maine, our beaches & quintessential towns through the vacation home industry. We are locals and love to share what we adore most about this gorgeous area!

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