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Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit

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A two-story house with a front porch, a small front yard, and a view of the ocean.
A rocky shoreline with a clear sky and a distant view of the ocean.
A calm lake with a forested shoreline and a small building on the far bank.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a wicker chair.
A spacious living room with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a view through an open door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit

Wake up to the sound of the ocean waves at this charming, seaside cottage in York. With 121 feet of ocean frontage and a beautiful park-like setting, you can easily unwind on the Adirondack chairs and watch the waves, shooting stars or sunrise. You'll also be treated to a view of the Nubble Lighthouse and Boon Island! This home features a gas fireplace, a cozy sunroom, a firepit and recently received beautiful upgrades while keeping the old charm. This home can also be rented together with Sea Belle - Castle Rock & Sea Belle Cottages.

Situated right on Pebble Beach, you can enjoy an afternoon of climbing on the reef and exploring the huge tidal pool playground at low tide. Go swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking or try fishing right off the rocks - and bring your water shoes for this! If you're visiting during the 4th of July, you'll have a great view of the fireworks. Take a quick stroll to the Short Sands Beach and downtown, which boasts great shopping and restaurants. The Cape Neddick Park is a mile north or head two miles south of this home to see the Nubble Light House up close.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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Property # 5292362vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 12 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cape Neddick Lobster Pound - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Goldenrod - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming oceanfront house with incredible beach views, BBQ area & firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Short Sands Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Long Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse. Ogunquit Beach and St. Peter’s By-The-Sea Protestant Episcopal Church are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Would stay again

Everyone enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

The location couldn’t be better and the house was lovely for our long weekend getaway with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was beautiful! Right on the water, clean, a beautiful area... if you're willing to walk ... a walk to a sweet little beach! The only issue I had was that I was an adult in one of the twin beds and it was truly not comfortable... I'm sure kids are fine in these beds and that is who is in them 99% of the time .. but both the twin beds seem to be older beds. Otherwise it was truly divine !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, great location. Looked just as advertised. Especially loved the porch facing the water. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Can't beat the veiw!

Cute little house. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

Castle Rock was just what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Views

The location is amazing. Waking up to an ocean sunrise while drinking coffee was a highlight. The cottage is efficient, comfortable, and well designed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous place to stay!

What a wonderful beach house! I don't know how it could possibly be any better. We wished we had booked it for more days. Hope to return some day
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ocean view fantastic!!

Home was cozy and roomy. Living spaces also each had a view. Gorgeous yard. House couldn't ask for anything more!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family getaway

What a perfect vacation! The layout was great for us, my elderly mom and our two kids. The location can't be beat -- a quick jaunt to a sandy beach, shops and restaurants -- but so relaxing just to to stay home. We ate every meal outside, enjoyed the firepit and lapping waves, and had plenty of time to relax while watching the kids scramble over the rocks and explore the tide pools. Highly recommend this rental for a classic Maine summer vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, beautiful view

Amazing location. The view is spectacular. The house was clean and well stocked. Only downfall was the grill did not work and we had planned to use it for dinner. Other than that amazing vacation home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Labor Day weekend 2024

This place has all the charm you could ask for along the ocean. As small as it looks, it’s perfect for any size family. Walking distance to everything. Close to other homes but feels private when your outside near the water. Perfect getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
David, thank you for sharing your experience with us, we are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. We hope to host you for another great vacation in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Southern Maine Coastal Stay

The house was clean when we arrived with plenty of bath and beach towels for use. We had 6 people and it was very comfortable with the bedrooms and communal spaces. The view of the ocean is spectacular and we spent every evening around the firepit with the sound of the ocean. The house is tucked away, but an easy walk to short sands beach in York.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rock ‘n’ View

This property is ideally situated along the coast at Barn Point. Really a “stones throw away” from Pebble Beach! At every hour, you can watch and hear the tide roll in and roll out. A short walk into York and Short Sands Beach and easy drives to great restaurants and beaches. The house is simply and nicely decorated. Truly enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The most relaxing cottage and best view in York

My wife and I stayed at the Sea Belle cottage next door for the past two years for our anniversary and have had incredible times, but this year, we decided to splurge and rent the big house. The view of the ocean and York's two lighthouses, plus the soothing ringing of the red bell buoy, is something we dream about all year long. But the extra space in the living area & sun porch, the full bathrooms, and the larger kitchen made our stay at the Castle Rock nearly perfect. The short walk to Short Sands and easy access to Route 1 made getting around town simple. We cannot wait to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful cottage

This oceanfront cottage was a perfect place to relax and enjoy starry nights and glorious sunrises. The house was cozy and just like the description and pictures suggested. It had everything my family and I needed and I was sad to check out. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pure Serenity

This house rental is directly on the water. I took my family here for my father’s 80th birthday surprise. It was amazing! The house is very comfortable and had everything we needed for a relaxing family getaway. We enjoyed watching the lobster fishermen each day checking the traps and even got to see whales feeding out by the bouys. Each morning was beautiful as we made it a point to get up early to watch the sunrise from the front porch. I’ve already mentioned to my friends whom also love the area to book this house as they won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we were looking for

4 of us go on a girls trip every year. We decided on Maine and picked this property and we were all so happy that we did. The property is perfectly set by the water, where we loved watching the tides change, lobster fisherman and millions of stars. The house is quaint, with everything you need (except a pizza cutter). The decorating is tasteful and the furniture is very comfortable. Less than a 10 minute walk to the little beach town is such a bonus. We enjoyed several fires at the fire pit and friendly conversations with the neighbors on both sides. I would go back today, if I could.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Lovely

The cottage was amazing, however communication with property manager needs improvement. Amenities listed 2tv's only one when we got there none in the living room, 3 calls because nothing was resolved until the last call error on the website only one tv. Our last day there we found the tv in the living friend visiting who is an engineer hooked it up for us unfortunately it was our last day. other little things but the tv was the most. My son is autistic and legally blind he likes to watch listen to his game shows.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2024
Hi Sylvia, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback as a means to continually improve our homes for future guests. We hope to host you for another truly carefree and great vacation in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and relaxing location

Loved sitting in the porch in the morning drinking coffee then later in the evening with wine. The beautiful ocean views with accompanying sound of crashing waves was perfect for our relaxing get away. Close to restaurants and shopping. Great place. Easy booking and check in and out. Will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful spot

The house was perfect for our group of 6. Incredible views and location, very clean and well stocked with sheets, extra towels, and kitchen items. We spent every night outside at the fire pit - lots of places to buy firewood on highway 1, wish we had remembered to buy things for s'mores! The only trouble we had was with the WiFi not working on the first day, but the managing agent was very responsive and ensured it was fixed quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2023
Hi Courtney! We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing!!!

Perfect beach getaway for all ages (4-80)! Quiet and relaxing oasis away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, but close enough to walk to for lunch or a day at Short Sands beach. We even saw a whitetail fawn nursing on the pebble beach at sundown. Will book again in a heartbeat!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

The porch was our favorite place to drink coffee and look at the ocean in the morning and afternoon cocktails.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect oceanfront cottage

This place is oceanfront perfection! Unobstructed views, comfortably furnished and comprehensively equipped. quiet location but easy walk to the center of activity in the Short Sands area of York— just a wonderful place, and we hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Oceanside Retreat

Wonderful location. Loved sitting in the yard enjoying the sites and sounds of the ocean. The cottage is very bright and comfortable.

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