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Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!!

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Beautiful sunsets. I took this picture May of 2011
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Gather by the fire
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Hills Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

2 Queen Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!!

Welcome to Sea Escape! Wonderfully decorated and renovated. Third house from the beach. Very spacious. It's never looked this good!

You will love this newly renovated cottage, 'Sea Escape'. It is so close to the ocean, the beach will feel like it's in your front yard. The beach is only stone's throw from the front door. Once on the beach you will find a majestic, panoramic view of 9 islands (one with a lighthouse), Saco River inlet with a jetty to climb on and fish from, etc. If you have a boat, bring it!

(Have another family that wants to join you? We have another rental that shares the driveway. See it here: vrbo #395829)

CHECK OUT THE REVIEWS....

**Outside shower
**Fire pit
**Large yard
**Beach chairs
**Charcoal grill

Hill's Beach is very quiet and just far enough to get away from all the tourist beaches. For the most part, the only people who frequent this area of beach are those who live on the street, approximately 10 houses. So the large, sandy beach is almost all yours!

If you have kids (like our family), you will enjoy the peace of mind being on a side street with very little traffic and the large yard for the kids to run and play while they wait for the short walk to the beach.

It looks small from the outside, but it is over 1500 sq. feet. Completely furnished and renovated with washer/dryer. It is an all season 4 bedroom home, air conditioning and wood floors, fully applianced kitchen.

Note: Linens are not provided. Signed rental agreement must be submitted after booking.

Thanks! Hope you get to enjoy Maine this summer!
Jonathan and Carrie
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only. $150/dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Cannot drive on the grass on the beachside of the house, b/c septic tank and drain field are there. No smoking in house or on porches.
Max. # of people on the grounds/in house is 15 at any one time. Max 10 people for sleeping.
Due to the vinyl flooring, we ask that everyone take off their shoes/sandals so as to not scratch the floor. (Lots of sand.)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 370618
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Biddeford

Located in Biddeford, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saco River and Old Orchard Beach. Marden's Surplus and Salvage and Funtown Splashtown USA are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Biddeford, ME

What's nearby

  • Freddy Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hills Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Palace Playland - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 25 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Asian House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jumpin' Jake's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Elevate Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy the Greek's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!!?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!! on Jun 9, 2026 start from $416, 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 Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachside Family Getaway! 3 Doors From Beach Access. Fantastic!!!! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Hills Beach and Saco River. Freddy Beach and The Pool are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Wonderful stay

Perfect location, well equipped. Lovely stay!! Our second time at this property and hopefully not our last!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleased! Can’t say enough about the property and location. Great accommodations and amenities. Being so close to the beach was wonderful for all of us, just run room for whatever was needed! Hoping to rent again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth V.

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

Great house in great location!

This house was perfect for me and my family with small kids. The beach is close, beautiful and quiet. The house is a good layout with plenty of room for a family and a great yard to play in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks so much Beth! So glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope you get to enjoy it again. We offer $100 off for our returning guests. Enjoy the rest of your summer. Jonathan and Carrie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Long Ave Beauty

Perfect home in a perfect location. So neat and clean. Looking forward to going back someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thanks Susan. It was nice meeting you and your family and hope you visit Sea Escape again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Bright, clean and comfortable!

We have rented Sea Escape for our family getaway for two years and are already booked for a third year. The house is the perfect size for our family, the yard is big and it is two houses from the beach - we can't ask for much more than that!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks Julie! It will be great to have you for a third year in a row. Jonathan and Carrie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

markdaniel c.

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

I DONT WANT TO GIVE IT A GOOD REVIEW BECAUSE MORE WILL COME!

Such an amazing vacation! Quiet, relaxing, perfect for the family and a safe swim place for young kids! Fishing, paddle boarding, close to tourist locations if you want but also away from all the hustle and bustle. Really don’t want to give it a perfect review because we will always want to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

Perfect spot for a family vacation

This was our 6th year returning to the Sea Escape, which has become one of our favorite vacation spots. We are a family of 4 plus a dog and we all have plenty of space to spread out and the kids have room to play (inside and out). The house is literally steps to the beach, which is a huge plus. Biddeford is a hidden gem - so close to Kennebunk, Portland, Funtown Splashtown (Saco), Wells and more! We look forward to returning next year!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Allison, We couldn't agree more. It is so close to everything, but far enough to get away! 6 years! You deserve an award! :) I'm glad you have booked already for next year, b/c we are filling up fast. Jonathan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Wonderful vacation!

We had a wonderful vacation! Home was super clean and comfortable with way more than enough enough space for 2 adults, 3 teens and an 11 year old. The beach was just steps away, convenience store within walking distance. Being able to bring our old dog meant a lot to us too as she won’t be around much longer. We had a great vacation and hope to be back in the future! Thank you for renting your beautiful beach home to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you next year!! Jonathan and Carrie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Amazing Place & So Much To Do!!!

What an absolutely amazing vacation!! There were 10 of us for a family reunion and had the best time making new memories. Everything from the planning, communication, booking, coordination, accommodations, amenities, location, property, neighbors, and the BEACH were nothing short of spectacular. We had everything we needed and there was plenty of room for everyone and a variety of things to do from beach time, games, spaces for afternoon naps, plenty of places to walk and jog. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne-Catherine B.

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

Wonderful stay

We loved this house a lot. It really is bigger than the pictures show. The beds are comfortable. The sea is very close. The low tide allows magnificent long walks to the island. The neighborhood is quiet. communication with John was really easy. We loved everything. Thanks again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2023
Thanks for leaving a nice review. We are glad you were able to stay with us.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Hills Beach Maine Rental was awesome!

We have never rented a beach house in Maine before and we really had no idea what to expect. End result was a awesome week right off the beach at the Sea Escape Cottage. It was all about the location with young children and ease of use and access between the cottage and the beach. The cottage had allot of room with A/C which helped a few days when it was really hot. Front and back porches which was great. Big yard and a outside shower that really needs a door. Overall, it was a great cottage to rent and location next to the beach so we will be back next year
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks Sean. So glad you enjoyed your week! (And we will put a door on the outside shower.) :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

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

Great Family Beach Vacation

Our family of 6 (plus our dog) stayed here in August 2019. The house was perfect for our family's needs, and everything that a beach house should be! It was very comfortable and everyone had plenty of space. Location is great - nice quiet neighborhood and no busy roads to cross to get to the beach. The beach itself is beautiful, nicely kept and not too crowded. The water is clean, clear and the waves are very gentle thanks to the jetty, so we didn't have to worry about any kids getting knocked over. Dogs are allowed on the beach before 8 or 9am and after 5pm, which ours really enjoyed (it was his first time on a beach), and the backyard was a great spot for him to roam around on his lead without disturbing anybody. We also enjoyed the backyard ourselves, the evenings were perfect fire pit weather :) Overall, we would be very happy to stay here again. My one suggestion is to bring dish towels - there weren't any at the house so we ended up buying some because I hated to use up so many paper towels drying off dishes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope you get to stay again. We are taking reservations for next summer. Lets us know soon so we can reserve your week. We are already half full for next summer! Jonathan and Carrie Cronkhite
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette V.

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

Wonderful house and perfect location.

This is our second year to vacation in this house. It felt like arriving home when we got there. Such a comfortable and spacious house. We loved being so close to the ocean and being able to walk the beach anytime we felt like it. Also, since it is a semi-private beach, we were often alone there. What a wonderful piece of heaven on earth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Wonderful experience

it was perfect. The house was exactly what we were looking for and the location couldn't be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

veronica f.

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

Summer 2021

This was a great place to stay. Our family had a great time on the beach! This is also a pet friendly home. Our dog loved it as much as we did! The beach us also dog friendly in the mornings and evenings. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette V.

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

Perfect house for a family vacation

This was the perfect location for a family vacation. The house is located on a very quiet dead-end street and the neighbors we met were very friendly. The house itself was very clean and more spacious than we had expected. We had great weather the week we stayed making it possible to have most of our meals at the table in the back yard. We especially liked being only a few steps from the beach making it possible to go there anytime we felt like it and to enjoy awesome sunrises and sunsets. We are looking forward to spening another vacation here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne & Sean D.

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

Hills Beach Haven is Heaven

Hills Beach is our new favorite beach location. The house is so close to the beach that we truly felt like we were staying right on the ocean! The house itself is a great size, and our large group never felt as if we didn’t have our own space. We can not wait to return to the house and to Hills Beach. We recommend taking a walk through the quaint town in the am before spending the day at the beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose K.

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

Fantastic Family and Friends Beach Vacation

Sea Escape turned out to be a pleasant surprise. It is located on a nice quiet road. The inside of the house is so much roomier then it looks and is quite comfortable, very clean and all we could have hoped for. We all loved to sit in the front porch in the morning. We have been vacationing at Hills Beach for over 25 years and were happy to find Sea Escape since our families are growing and it met all our needs. It is a very short walk to the beautiful and quiet beach. I can not say enough about Jonathan and Carrie who were always available to answer any question we had. We’ve already booked for next year. Thanks for a great worry free place for us to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie b.

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

Awesome vacation spot!

We loved staying at Sea Escape! The location is amazing and a very short walk to the beach. It's also very close to the channel / harbor - and we brought our own paddle boards and had so much fun here. The low tides were a lot of fun for the kids. The beach is not busy at all. The house was the perfect size for us and we really enjoyed the porches in the front and back of the house. We'd love to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Loved the property and all the neighbors were super sweet. Beach was great!

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Sea Escape 2018

Great location and close to the beach. Nice quiet neighborhood. It was great that we could bring our pet Indiana. The Sea Escape had everything we needed. Plenty of room to spread out. Hope to be back next year. Thank you Jonathan and Carrie. The DeAngelis Family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Susan, Thank you so much. And so glad everything was great! We hope you come back next year, too. :) Jonathan and Carrie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Nice, Comfortable house so close to the beach!

The house is much roomier on the inside than it looks from the outside. My family was quite comfortable. The beach was such a close walk and perfect for our young children. Older children might be bored if they are looking for big waves. The neighbor hood was peaceful and the neighbors were all friendly and welcoming. Jonathan and Carrie always responded quickly to all my questions and were so easy to work with. No surprises as everything was exactly how it was described!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Kimberly, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! So glad you enjoyed our home. That's why we have repeat guests year after year! Jonathan and Carrie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Wonderful!

Short drive to old Orchard Beach. The house is plent big enough for 8+ people. Large yard, and steps from the ocean. Everyone was pleased with the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Chris L.

Great location, practically private beach.

The house is in a great location. It's a quiet beach neighborhood, but only 15-20 minutes away from Old Orchard and lots of other activities with little traffic on the way. And of course it's literally a 1 minute walk to the beach. The beach is great for young kids who want to collect shells (at low tide you can walk hundreds of feet out) and make castles. Also great if you want to just hang out and relax as most days there was hardly anyone around. But if you have older kids who want to boogie board they'll be disappointed as there are no real waves; the beach is protected by a breakwater. We had two adults, three kids and a dog and there was plenty of room for all, we never felt cramped. The backyard was ready to go for a campfire with plenty of wood stacked. The interior is dated and a bit worn but clean. The kitchen was well stocked. If I had any complaints it would be the hard bed in the master bedroom, which left both my wife and I waking up sore. It would also be nice to have a larger propane grill to BBQ on instead of the small charcoal grill that is in the back. Overall the location makes up for any of these minor nitpicks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Manish G.

Spent 5 wonderful days

Excellent location and clean property. Highly recommend it. Only feedback is that the mattresses are too soft. Easy fix is to have a couple of low profile airbeds available.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan and Carrie Cronkhite: Owners

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We now live in Florida, but I (Jonathan) grew up down the street. We love sharing our home with others who can create family memories at Hills Beach. We have been renting for 22 years and love coming to the beach and spending time with family.

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What makes this property unique

It's so close to the beach!

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