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Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches

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A two-story house with a front porch, a wooden staircase, and a red umbrella.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and TV stand.
A living room with a grey sofa, a black sofa, and a wooden coffee table. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.
A group of Adirondack chairs arranged around a small fire pit in a grassy outdoor area with trees in the background.
A living room with a dark-colored sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a small round table. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Harmon Historical Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Place, Palace Playland
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Office 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches

Come for a relaxing getaway at Birch Perch in Old Orchard Beach, Maine! This charming single family home in a quiet residential neighborhood is a short 15-minute walk to the beach or into town and all the delights of the pier. Our home sleeps 12 and comes fully stocked with all the dishes, pots, pans, and tools you need to grill a steak in the backyard or boil up a lobster feast. Our beach chairs and sturdy cart make your walk down to the water easy and you can end the day with a glass of wine on the side patio. And for those rainy days, there are books, games, and TVs to entertain the whole family. Come make memories at Birch!

Birch Perch is rented with a 7 night minimum stay renting during peak summer weeks (July 4th - Labor Day...Saturday to Saturday). Check in is at 4pm and check out is 11am. Occasionally, we'll open up on less night minimums depending on availability...please email if interested. Off Season, we rent with a 3 night minimum stay during the Spring and Fall (pre-July 4th). Note...linens and towels are not provided in this rental due to difficulty guaranteeing delivery and service.

Driving In? - we have off street parking for 5 cars
Flying? Don't have room in your luggage for linens? No worries! Bed linens and towels can be rented from an outside provider for an additional fee.
Taking the train? Birch is a short walk or car share from the train station.
Your vacation stay will be worry-free.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not move any major furniture (beds/dressers) w/o checking w/ owners first. If you move any smaller items, please move back before departure.
Birch Lane is a quiet year round family neighborhood; be respectful with noises and no large or loud outdoor gatherings after10pm.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2786577vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Old Orchard Beach

Located in Old Orchard Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Harmon Historical Museum and Biddeford Mills Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Aquaboggan Water Park and Funtown Splashtown USA. Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Marden's Surplus and Salvage are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

What's nearby

  • Harmon Historical Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Palace Playland - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Pirate's Cove - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 6 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 20 min walk
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Pine Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dolce Crema Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Big Shots Brews & Bites - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪JJ's Eatery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whaler - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family beach home within a 15 minute walk of Maine's nicest beaches located?

Located in the heart of Old Orchard Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Harmon Historical Museum, Old Orchard Beach Pier and Old Orchard Beach. Palace Playland and Pirate's Cove are also within 1 mile (2 km). Old Orchard Beach Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was everything we expected. Eric was very helpful and answered all my questions in a timely manner. I would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our family vacation. Only a short walk to the beach. It was the perfect distance to allow our teenagers to go explore palace play land on their own.The fire pit was a great bonus to enjoy a quiet evening. Plenty of room for 2 families (4 adults, 5 kids) Our hosts were very helpful in providing suggestion on things to do before arriving. Once we arrived they had more information for us on sightseeings, dining and shopping. The house had everything you could ask for to feel like home. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful place!!!! Great neighborhood!!! Very easy to get in and out of because it is removed, just enough, from all the traffic chaos of the “Pier”.We could not use the couch pull-out bed; it was incredibly uncomfortable (broken?). However, this is the first the hosts are hearing this because we were having such a great time, and we only needed all the beds for 1 of the nights. Would love to stay again as long as our family fits in it (there are 11 of us now and the max capacity is 11)!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location

The house was clean, the neighborhood was cute and quiet, it’s only a 15-20 minute walk to the beach and the host is very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Vacation

This property listing is very accurate. Property is amazing & has everything you need for a successful Beach Vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, great place

The house was clean, had plenty of sleeping spaces, and had beach stuff for us to use. It was walking (or trolley) distance to downtown/the beach and yet far enough away to be quiet and peaceful when you're done there. Our week there was great... we couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Off the beaten path at OOB

Very attentive and responsive host(s). Property was exactly as described. Great quiet neighborhood with exceptional accommodations. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient House Near Beach

The home was clean and had all the essential supplies (other than linens which we were aware of). Location is conveniently near the beach. Neighborhood is quiet. Great place to stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location in a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of room for four people. Beds are comfortable and the picnic supplies were nice to have. Did not take advantage of the beach supplies since we were traveling everyday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Great location! Stocked kitchen!! Clean beautiful home! Close to everything but nice quiet neighborhood! Loved it! Thank you for letting us stay! Hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good

Great house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

Everything went well
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Our family vacation was wonderful..The house was perfect for us.. It was clean and comfortable! Eric the host was quick to respond if needed to reach out to him….we are already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed smores at the fire pit and barbequed a few nights on the gas grill, both with no issues. Lots of blankets, quilts, and pillows for beds. For families with small children, please note that both bathrooms have standing showers, there's no tub. Loved having beach accessories, including a beach cart, available for us to use. The owners were communicative and very pleasant to talk to.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Eric and Jen were super helpful with everything! Very quick and efficient to respond. The only thing is that there was no grill. Super clean, cute, and perfect for a group of 6-8! Highly recommend! And very close to the beach, we walked frequently. Lots of shopping and food options nearby as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2022
Glad you had a blast...and the Celtics won! New grill just arrived to the house today. Thanks for the recommendation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to sray

This house was excellent- clean large well stocked!! We enjoyed our stay. Owners were easy to communicate with - answered our questions quickly! Recommend highly. Only thing. We wanted to us the grill but whoever used it before us did not clean after use - if you are renting please be thoughtful of next tenants and clean your mess!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the beach and boardwalk / center. Very nice home, comfy beds and more than enough supplies - plastic utensils, garbage bags paper plates. We brought our own linens but there were comforters and pillows there. Of note first floor bedroom is the kids bedroom with bunk beds all other bedrooms upstairs. Kids were old enough it didn’t bother us but good to know! Would recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Number of bunk beds in office was confusing.3 bunks beds to me means room for 6! Actally 1 bunk bed with tiny trundle. 3 teens did not have enough room. Besides that all okay. Would have liked a dish washer. Clean good locale. Okay for price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

VERY NICE HOUSE!

Our family and friend absolutely enjoyed our stay! Not used to a stocked house with everything you need! Close to beach and shops but far enough away to go relax after all the chaos and noise! Never had to reach out to the owners. Everything was perfect and comfortable! They do a wonderful job of providing you with everything! Only downer was tvs is not cable and we are not familiar with surfing through roku. But honestly who cares....we played games so not much TV needed! If your looking for a nice place this is it! I could go on and on! THANK YOU SHOUT OUT TO THE OWNERS!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place for a Beach Vacation!

Perfect place, very clean, close to the Beach! The house has Everything you might need. We stayed with 3 Adults and 5 children very comfortably. Great communication from property owner. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place

The owners are great, the place is new and clean. Very nice home feeling. The only downside was that we were not aware until after booking that we had to bring our own linens. This made travelling a lot harder with 8 people but it wasn’t a deal breaker, we still enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

This house was so comfortable and easy to stay in. It was equipped with everything we could need. The location was easy walking distance to the beach. We truly enjoyed this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean and well stocked house

House was clean with well stocked kitchen and beach items
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation to the beach !

Property was nice and had lots of very usefull things! All thought youre gonna find everything you need you might want to bring some plastic containers for your lunch at the beach . The convinience store is 5 min walk . Very nice property for a beach vacation :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Eric Hobin

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We are so pleased you chose our holiday rental for your vacation. We recently purchased Birch Lane in April of 2022 and are excited to share our new home with you.
My husband and I fell in love with coastal Maine over 15 years ago with our 5 children. We have been coming to OOB for the last 8 years and are so excited to be able to own this home in this great neighborhood. This is our second home in OOB and we are excited to share this summer with you.
We hope you find everything you need for your stay, but if there is anything missing please don't hesitate to contact us.
Best wishes,
Enjoy your stay!
Jen & Eric

Why they chose this property

Birch Lane is nestled into a quiet family friendly neighborhood with little traffic, quiet surrounding, and a great family vibe in Old Orchard Beach. You are a quick 5 minute walk to the local grocery store to stock up on all the goodies, less than a 15 minutes walk to the beach and pier, and a short 15 minute ride to everything that Portland has to offer.

What makes this property unique

If you are looking for a stress free, quiet neighborhood to vacation with the whole family, then Birch is a great choice. We have everything you need to have a great vacation...just bring a good book, your favor beverage, and be ready to relax in a quiet neighborhood nestled right in OOB.

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