Walk to the beach!

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A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island.
A kitchen with a granite countertop and black stove, a living area with a sofa and a TV, and wooden walls.
A wooden sauna structure with two benches, surrounded by a snowy forest.
A room with large windows, a wooden bench, a plant, and a rug.
A compact kitchen with built-in cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 84 bedrooms5 beds

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Biddeford, ME
  • Place, The Pool
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Freddy Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fortunes Rock Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Kids Room

2 Single Beds

Downstairs Basement community quarters

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Walk to the beach!

Welcome to Maddox Pond, where you and yours will unplug and unwind in all the sunny summertime splendor that coastal Maine has to offer. Our 3-bedroom 2-bath cabin/beach cabin home sits on a lush, private acre overlooking the tidal estuaries of the legendary Biddeford Pool. A 5-minute walk down the picturesque gravel road brings you to Fortune Rocks Beach, one of our state’s most gorgeous and expansive strips of sand, sunshine, and waves.

The house itself is a raised ranch with the feel of a beach cabin set among the trees. Our home features hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms, and a bright dining room with vaulted ceilings. Add more capacity in the community sleeping area in the bright cool basement. Grill to your heart’s content on our raised deck, or enjoy our newly renovated kitchen with appliances ready for your best summertime meal concoctions.

Families love Maddox Pond for the dozens of adventures and outings that abound: from relaxing and playing on the beach, to exploring the tidal pools, to enjoying walks and birding in the nearby Maine Audubon East Point Sanctuary. Bring your bicycles and cruise down to Pool Lobster Co. for a lobster roll, or head over to explore Timber Island Nature Preserve or any of the stunning vistas of the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. Rent a kayak, surfboard, or windsurfer from one of the local outfitters, or sign up for a sunset guided tour.

For those itching to explore Southern Maine, a 10-minute drive will deliver you into downtown Biddeford, a former milltown that is now home to one of Maine’s most burgeoning arts, craft beer, and food scenes. Grab a cone at Sweet Cream Dairy, pick up a six pack at Banded Horn Brewery, check out an exhibit at Engine Arts, sip a signature cocktail at Magnus on the Water, or enjoy a meal at Elda, rated One of America’s Best New Restaurants. In the other direction, 15 minutes south of Maddox Pond, is world-famous Kennebunkport, and 30 minutes to the north will bring you to Portland with its countless eateries and island adventures.

Maddox Pond is a truly unique experience that combines a classic Maine beach getaway with privacy and instant access to the best nature and water recreation that coastal Maine has to offer.

No Animals are allowed in the house or on the property.
No Smoking or Fires allowed in or around the property
NO PARTIES
NO over night guests besides the original 6 ppl, day guests may not exceed 2 ppl
Fee for overnight guests over 6 original ppl is $100 per person per night

Washer, dryer, and dishwasher available on the premises.

TV and internet included.

Security Cameras are present facing the exterior of the property. 1) ring camera/audio at the lower front door. 2) Ring camera/audio in the basement room (where guests don’t have access) facing the yard and back, right side of the sauna. We have had issues in the past and find these devices encourage guests to follow rules and be respectful during their stay. Thank you for understanding!

Feel free to bring your own bicycles, surfboards, kayaks, or other water vessels.

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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
Kids LOVE Maddox Pond!!!
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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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
No pets anywhere Trash! Sunday take trash to street/end of driveway. $250 charge if trash is not taken to street on Sunday night, PAYT orange bags for extra trash or taken care of off site.
Do not leave large boxes of cardboard boxes, especially of lobster. You must dispose of that off property. The Star Gas station down the road will let you recycle broken down cardboard boxes
No parties Parties = over 6 ppl in house and are fee of $1500/day. No peeing on the property No smoking No animals inside the house anywhere No fires
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Sauna: Consult of physician before using if you have any health issues/concerns. Do not use with alcohol or any intoxicants.
Sauna: Shower completely before use for proper Hygiene. Keep a towel underneath body. Only use 15 minutes at a time. Take 2 - 5 minute breaks outside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2184407vb
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

Biddeford

Located in Biddeford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Funtown Splashtown USA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Saco River and Old Orchard Beach. Marden's Surplus and Salvage and Aquaboggan Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Biddeford, ME

What's nearby

  • The Pool - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Freddy Beach - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Fortunes Rock Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Saint Brendan's Chapel - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Hills Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rapid Ray's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Biddeford Eagles Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Finestkind - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to the beach! located?

Located in the heart of Biddeford, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from The Pool and within 3 miles (5 km) of Fortunes Rock Beach and Saint Brendan's Chapel. Freddy Beach and Saco River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Liz and Nick

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Hi! We are teachers and artists. Nick is a writer, Liz is a dancer and choreographer. We family near and no kids yet, we love sharing our home so others can enjoy the peaceful natural sounds and sights with great access to the beach. We hope you enjoy our home!

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is remote feeling for a true retreat feel but only 10/15 minutes from Downtown Biddeford in one direction and Kennebunkport to another. Plus only about 30 minutes from very active city of Portland.

What makes this property unique

The walk ability to the beach, the private feel, the lofted raised ranch giving tree house vibes with great light and nature, space to lounge, kitchen stocked for full cooking needs, great raised deck to dine enjoy the morning and later look up at the stars, plus a huge TV to cuddle up for a movie.
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