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Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches

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Oceanfront view of our historic home, family owned since 1895
First view of ocean coming up the walk
Evening view from house
Screened porch, hand-carved pine table, seats 12
Screened porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Scarborough, ME
  • Place, Grand Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pine Point Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches

Picture yourself on our beautiful porches for the most relaxing moments of your day...  the sun porch with a hot cup of coffee and a direct ocean view, the breezy open porch for cocktail hour and a cotton candy sky, or the screened porch at the huge hand-carved table with your family and friends for a fresh-caught lobster dinner.

With panoramic ocean views throughout most of the home, a large oceanside yard perfect for family play, a private path to the quietest section of Maine's longest sandy beach, and all the amenities you require... ours is the perfect home for your next vacation.
Our family home's location is perfect. We are around the corner from fresh lobster and local restaurants and just a couple of miles from Old Orchard Beach and multiple grocery stores including the gourmet "On the Vine" in Scarborough. We are a short drive to Portland, Kennebunkport, and other charming destinations. But even with every modern convenience nearby, you will feel like you arrived at a quiet retreat the minute you walk up the path and catch your first breath of ocean air.

The kitchen is fully stocked with pantry staples, plentiful glasses for your happy hours, a propane grill in the gazebo, and two indoor and two outdoor dining areas. Kids are welcome in our home and we provide a pack-n-play, high chair, children's books, and family games. You are also set for the beach with 10 beach chairs, a beach umbrella, boogie boards, and sand toys!

This home has been in our family since 1895 and is very special to us.  My husband grew up spending many happy summers here and our children and grandchildren have made made countless special memories in this house as well. We hope you will enjoy it as we do and care for it like it is your own family's home.  

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations must be made through VRBO.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
Kid's books, games, sand toys, boogie boards, DVDs
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Trash receptacles are to be placed on roadside Thursday night. All dishes are to be washed and put away, and food cleaned out of fridge and pantry.
Notify Wendy upon arrival if home appears dirty or damaged. See Exhibit A in the Rental Agreement attached for all rules. 6035577129

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Scarborough

Located in Grand Beach, a neighbourhood in Scarborough, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Pirate's Cove and Dunegrass Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Aquaboggan Water Park and Big 20 Bowling Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Old Orchard Beach Parasail, or check out an event or a game at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Scarborough, ME

What's nearby

  • Grand Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pine Point Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palace Playland - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 8 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 4 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Pine Brewing Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pier Patio Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ken's Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Clambake Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bagels - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches on 28 May 2026 start from £804, 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 at Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Home, 1.5 acre on Sandy beach, 3 Wrap-around Porches located?

Nestled on the beach, this Grand Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Beach and Old Orchard Beach. Pine Point Beach and Prouts Neck are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, easy beach access. Old house, charming but quirky. Excellent sun room for breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house! It is an old house, but that is part of its charm. The wrap around porches were awesome for hanging out, especially the ones with the view of the water. The beach was absolutely beautiful - we had great weather! Check in was easy and we had no problem communicating with the owner. We were provided with homemade bread, blueberry jam and pumpkin whoopie pies, along with a gorgeous bouquet of flowers when we checked in.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitch K.

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

Great location

Great location and wonderful house. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abe C.

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

Big Family Vacation

Great location with great views. A nice rustic beach house that accommodated 8 adults and four kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yvonne c.

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

Family Friendly

Great place for family vacation. Good communication with manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica R.

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

Angelica

We had a great time in this charming beach house! It was very family friendly and even the littles could walk the short path to the beach. The outdoor dining tables in the screened in porch were perfect for our family and children. The gas grill was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Great House for Several Families

We were three small families consisting of 2 spouses and one kid each. The house was a great size for a group like ours, and could have fit a few more kids or one more couple easily. The location was really nice, peaceful and quiet compared to Old Orchard Beach. We felt really private there, and there was plenty of room to spread out. It was well stocked with useful things like beach toys, kitchen stuff, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim B.

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

Great memories

Our daughter got married during our stay so it was a destination wedding for us. We had 7 adults plus a 2 yr old and the house served us very well! It was quaint with an old-time charm, but the kitchen had modern appliances. The large porch looking at the ocean was great for our morning coffee! Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we will always have great memories of our daughter's wedding thanks, in part, to the beautiful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

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

A week at the beach

Property is as presented. My one wish is there were more forks available in the kitchen. we had to wash these utensils after every meal. I'm confident there were ample at the beginning of the rental season.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An unbeatable location and a beautiful house with a lot of character. Older houses are not for everyone, but it's authentic in a way you can't recreate in a new build. You can tell it's been well loved over the years, and likely brought a lot of joy to the owner's family across generations. The coolest feature by far is the wrap around porch - there's a screened in section, an open section, and a window section, all with spectacular views. It was perfect for our extended family to spend a week at the beach and we're grateful we got to experience such a lovely property.We were a bit disappointed with the cleanliness of the house when we arrived, but I suppose that's to be expected when you rent at the end of the summer (it was mid August, and there was sand all over the chair cushions, the tables hadn't been cleaned, and I don't think the floors or the grill had been properly cleaned all summer. The recycling bin was rancid, and the bathrooms had a funk to them that never really went away.). Also, heads up that the local property management company doesn't make the beds....they just leave bags of (surprisingly low quality) linens on the porch . It was fine (it's a beach house after all) but at this price point I guess I expected it to be a bit more put together on arrival. After tidying up the house, cleaning the grill, and making the beds we had a spectacular week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

A Week to Remember

Great house! Communication with property manager was amazing and very transparent. Gorgeous views from two of the three porches. Home has a lot of traditional character and is located on a great area of the beach between Pine Point jetty and OOB pier. Private beach path was fantastic! Our family included 8 adults,1 teenager, and 1 younger child. Enough room for quiet time but enough space for us all to be together!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice A.

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

the perfect vacation beach house

We loved this house so much! THREE porches -- open, screened, glassed-in! Great kitchen. I wish it were air-conditioned (climate change has, alas, reached Maine), but there were fans in every room. We've already reserved a week for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda F.

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

Great location

The house was in a great location in Pine Point. It was nice to have a personal path to the beach through the dunes, but it was definitely longer than you think. It was so nice to have the beach away from the crowds at the Pine Point parking area. That area of beach can have a lot of seaweed, so you may have to walk a bit to get to a clear area. However, the beach is really open and there is plenty of space - even at high tide. The house itself is on the older side, but has plenty of spaces to spread out. The TV is on the smaller side. The one room on the first floor is extremely spacious and is the only one with air conditioning. The kids slept on the floor during the 90+ degree days. There are lots of fans, but it could use some window units on the really hot days. There is one "cold box" that you can maybe plug in, but we didn't find that until the last day in one of the upstairs closets. The water pressure was amazing and plenty of bathrooms and showers. It was nice to have a hose right out front to wash the sand off (careful though, the water is very hot). There were lots of beach chairs there, even though it said there wouldn't be. There are two slow cookers and plenty of kitchen items. They can use more bowls (only 4) and some stirring spoons and spatulas. However, they had great foil, plastic, and tupperware that most places do not have. The Garage (bar-b-que) is just a minute walk and is great!! There is also a little market with drinks and sandwiches across the street for last minute items. We had a great stay with the location - you need to know that it is an older house, but you can't beat the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by karen farrar

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This special home has been an important part of our family story since 1895, providing generation upon generation with incomparable summer memories. We, our children and grandchildren continue to make special memories at this wonderful house on this beautiful beach.

Why they chose this property

Our private beach path leads from the large ocean side yard where many a game of touch football, wiffle ball, croquet and spike ball have been played.
Our three porches, gazebo and outdoor seating give lots of spaces to be alone or be together, all with gorgeous ocean views.

What makes this property unique

We provide many extras that other vacation homes do not - beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, games, puzzles, DVDs, children's books, high chair, travel crib, pantry staples and more. We are a family who loves this house and we want you to have an exceptional time here as well.

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