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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
York, ME
Short Sands Beach
Place, Short Sands Beach
3 min walk
York's Wild Kingdom
Place, York's Wild Kingdom
6 min walk
Long Sands Beach
Place, Long Sands Beach
10 min walk
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1-Stall shower
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4
Welcome to Crowes Cottages! Located between the beaches, these charming cottages provide a rare opportunity for the perfect vacation in Maine. We have blended together rustic style cottages with modern amenities to make for a relaxed and comfortable week (or two!) at the seacoast, reminiscent of the way life used to be or as we say in Maine, "the way life should be". Crowes Cottages has been a family destination for over 40 years in York Beach. We feel very fortunate to have recently purchased the property from the "Crowe" family and feel confident we can provide wonderful family experiences for the next 40 years! Our foundation will be great customer service that will lead to great rental experiences here at Crowes! We bring over 14 years of experience managing other rentals in York Beach, with a proven track record of ensuring clean, well appointed units that will exceed guests expectations.
Boasting 2 bedrooms, applianced kitchens and located in a very short walk to both Long Sands and Short Sands. These cottages are rustic, and affordable in price. Please be prepared to bring your own linen and towels. Also, we do not provide pantry items such as condiments. The showers are small stall showers and we do have an outdoor enclosed shower that has hot and cold water. Whatever you decide to do, enjoy our comfortable cottages as your home base. We also provide picnic benches for outdoor dining and there is parking for two cars. On the property we provide horseshoes, room for the kids to play and a couple of charcoal grills. Each cottage has 1 AC window unit. Come, park and play!
Crowes is located so close to everything you can literally park the car and leave it for the week while you enjoy walking to two beaches and downtown York Beach. If you are familiar with the Short Sands area, then you know there is plenty for everyone to do. Of course there is a sandy beach, but also a large new modern playground and volleyball court being completed for the 2024 summer season, penny candy, casual and fine dining options and of course, ice cream shops! York Beach is unique in that it offers entertainment for the family that will remind you of yesteryear. York's Wild Kingdom is a small amusement park with a very nice zoo. Check out the gazebo near the ocean and enjoy the weekly live music while the kids are at the arcade or bowling!
We will do our absolute best to ensure you love your time here and want to come back year after year.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 4363538vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
About the area
York Beach
York Beach is home to this cottage. Market Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Marginal Way. York's Wild Kingdom and Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting.
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 29 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Anthony's Food Shop - 6 min drive
York Beach Beer Company - 6 min walk
Greenleaves - 7 min drive
Cumberland Farms - 8 min drive
Frankie & Johnny's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4 on 17 May 2026 start from £112, 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 Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Short Walk to Short Sands & Long Sands! Affordable Vacation in York! #4 located?
Situated in York Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Always so nice to stay at your cottages... its small, clean, reasonably priced and has everything you need!Your cleaning girl is a sweetie, we will be back !
Very convenient location. Close to family, walking areas and shops. I was unaware of the fact that we needed sheets, however, my family lives nearby and we quickly were taken care of. Management was quick to answer questions, it was clean, quiet and convenient. I would definitely stay again.
It was nice to be able to walk to the Nubble and the village near short sands beach. Due to rainy, cool weather, we spent more time at the cottage than we intended, but it was a good getaway in spite of the weather!
My boys and I had a wonderful week in York at this cute and quaint cabin. We had all of the things we needed for the week including a nice grill used for burgers and a nice big picnic table that we had a yummy lobster dinner!
The location to short sands was ideal for hitting the beach a few days while also enjoying the arcade, restaurants, candy and ice cream shops, and beach shops!
We have already been thinking about planning another trip and using these cabins!
The cottage is light and breezy, freshly painted and with new furniture. The double bed was very soft, too soft for me! The cottage is clean and is a minute walk to Short Sands Beach, which is so great. There is no sink in the bathroom! The step going up into the cottage is a very big one. An older person would have little bit of a hard time getting in and out. Also the step area at the entrance needs some work to eliminate tracking dirt into the cottage. The cottage has new owners, and I'm sure they're addressing all of these things as they make the cottages their own! Overall, a great place to stay in Short Sands. The location is so good!
Check in was easy, but there were no blankets and it was a cold Labor Day weekend. They brought us some great blankets after I left a message. The floors were sandy upon check in and there is no sink in the bathroom, but the shower was warm. The kitchen was nice as well as the TV and bedrooms rooms but there was no clothes line to hang wet bathing suits and towels unless there is one near the back of the property, which I imagine would be frustrating for a longer stay. They were going to charge the full week fee to bring our dog for two and half days so we didn’t bring her. Our neighbors parked their motorcycles in front of their cabin and the property thought it was our cabin. They called us asking to move them, but I didn’t get their voicemail until we left York. I hope they contacted the right cabin and the situation was resolved! All in all, decent place but a little pricey with all the fees for what it is.
Nice rustic cabin. Great location! Easy walk to beach. Dog friendly. Cabin is tiny, and not a ton of space to store clothes or kitchen items so better for smaller families. Very enjoyable though!
Upon our arrival, we were able to check-in early which was really nice. The cottage itself was perfect for the 2 of us. A little bit of dirt and sand on the floor and couch but nothing inconvenient. The grounds were well kept and had a great time playing cornhole. We will definitely stay here again. It was a great time.
Went for some great walks, had 4 days of beautiful weather, fun in the downtown and lobsters at the cabin!
Love the updates. Maybe a full length mirror behind a door? And a mat under the dish drying rack...can’t wait to stay again! Thank you so much (my 3rd year!)
Erica D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2022
So happy you enjoyed your stay and thanks for the great suggestions!
We loved our stay at Crowe's Cottages. The perfect beach get away. The cottage was bright and clean. The beds were very comfortable. We had all the amenities we needed for a wonderful time at York Beach.
Thank you!!!