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Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 71200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Parking available
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

South Portland, ME

State Theatre
‪5 min drive‬
Cross Insurance Arena
‪5 min drive‬
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal
‪6 min drive‬
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!

This is the Extremely rare. "On the Beach" Beach house. Over 100 years old. This charming Old Ocean Front Inn was converted in the 80's to a 2 family home. I live in 1 unit. It is rich in character and history and has been modernized with everything you could need. Steps off the deck onto the sandy beach. Breath taking views from your 40' deck overlooking Willard Beach and the islands. Watch the ships, from cruise ships over 1000' and tankers as big to the local lobster men as they all pass right in front of you. Located on a neighborhood beach, this home is only 10 minutes from Portland's Old Port Area and the waterfront. House is comfortably furnished and all you need to provide is your sunblock and beach towels. I,ll make sure you have everything else you need.

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Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Contact owner for any additional fees for events

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

All pets must be approved by owner.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

After the booking, we will verify all reservation details by phone and/or email within 24 hours.

Important information

You need to know

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

Note from host: contact owner for any additional fees for events

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

South Portland

Located in Willard Beach, a neighbourhood in South Portland, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bayside Bowl and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.

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What's nearby

State Theatre - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Cross Insurance Arena - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Portland Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
Thompson's Point - 9 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 17 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪North43Bistro - ‬15 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willard Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay and Willard Beach. Southern Maine Community College and Fort Preble are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

2 Aug, 2025

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

Great place! Great location! Great view on the beach! Host is very accommodating and helpful.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

13 Jun, 2025

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

We love it here, it was our 4th visit

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

20 Jul, 2025

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

Beach Time

Property well located to take advantage beach.Property manager was very helpful and responsive

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Leigh G.

10 Jul, 2025

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

A dream house and location

The house is everything as described plus so much more. The family had the most incredible time and the people we met added so much to our trip. It was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

2 May, 2025

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

Great spot for families!

We loved our stay here. Everything was clean. My kids loved the toy blocks and running out on the beach. There is a playground nearby on the beach. Views are amazing and the area is very quiet. Great vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

29 Jun, 2025

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

The Views are Amazing!

The location of this property is outstanding. It is right on the beach on the Casco Bay. The host was very kind and very knowledgeable of the Portland area, which was very helpful. The house is old, but very clean. The only issues we had were there wasn't a coffee maker and the garbage the garbage disposal in the kitchen sink was broken.It was a perfect place to stay and enjoy the beautiful Maine Coastline.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane G.

25 Sept, 2024

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

Wonderful stay on Casio Bay

John was great and the view was a amazing

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

18 May, 2025

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

Thank you, John!

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay. The location, the view, the property- we could not have enjoyed it more! The property is located at the end of a quiet street overlooking the beach as shown. The area is very safe and peaceful. House and property look exactly like the pictures (but even better and more beautiful in person). We would love to come back and spend more time!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie M.

13 Apr, 2025

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

Amazon stay and hospitality

Most beautiful and wonderful stay! The house was amazing and had everything you could possibly want. John was an incredible host and made every accomodation you could imagine, just the most lovely experience. You are literally on the beach and can hear the Ocean all day. Could not have asked for a better trip or host! Thank you John!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

31 May, 2024

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

Beautiful spot on Willard Beach

Great spot and very nice host. We will return again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Z.

17 Nov, 2024

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

Adult Family Stay

This location is EVERYTHING!!! Right on the beach, cozy accommodations with spacious bedrooms was perfect for the 4 of us - with the 3rd bedroom, we could've included another couple! Host John was lovely!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

22 Oct, 2023

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

Great location

Wonderful waterfront property

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Oct, 2023

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

Beautiful view

Comfortable home right on the beach. Close to local sites, and the perfect place for a relaxing vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford G.

9 Aug, 2025

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

I think my favorite part of my stay on Willard Beach was the early morning sunrise and the sound of the surf outside. Amazing way to start each day.Owner was easy to connect with and quick with answers although we didn't have much. Everything was pretty simple and working well. Check in was simple and relaxed. Kitchen is on the smaller side but plenty for our group of three. Grill was on the wide second floor deck that overlooked the ocean. Washer and drier worked good. No dishwasher. There's a staircase up to the second floor that might be a little tough for a very elderly guest but we liked getting that higher view of the beach and ocean.Overall, fantastic location and we had a wonderful week.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

27 Apr, 2025

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

Relaxing Retreat

The house was perfect for 5 friends enjoying a girl’s weekend. The view of Casco Bay from the deck was beautiful! The living room was very comfortable for conversation and games. The bedrooms are good sized with comfortable beds. It was a short ride into the heart of Portland where we had many delicious meals. Communication with John was excellent. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Towson, Maryland

26 Jun, 2022

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

Truly special spot overlooking Willard Beach and Casco Bay

Rental with truly amazing views just steps from Willard Beach and a short walk to wonderful local bakeries, shops and walking trails.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

28 Jul, 2024

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

A true vacation

Oh my… the view, the deck, the beach, the dogs on the beach every morning and evening, Scratch bakery down the street, comfortable bed…friendly owner downstairs….we want to return for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

13 Mar, 2023

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

Lovely beach house

Very comfortable and well-situated home, right on the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

18 Oct, 2024

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

Great Location

We loved the location of this property. It was far enough away from the hustle and bustle to truly relax and enjoy the ocean sounds and sunrises, but close enough that we could easily hop on over to shopping and restaurants. The property was well-maintained, we loved the deck, and being able to walk right out on the beach. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

17 Oct, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The view was breathtaking, we were able to observe all of the sailboats in the area and the dog-friendly beach. John was a great host and we will definitely return when in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

26 Nov, 2019

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

Perfect, friendly, comfortable beach stay!

John's place is great...feels just like home but with the ocean right outside the window. He was super accommodating about everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

11 May, 2025

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

Serene

The property is right on the beach. It's absolutely serene. There is off road parking, which I appreciated. A nice fully functional little kitchen. There were six of us: me, my husband, our 15 and 19 year old kids, and my folks. It fit us so perfectly. The kids shared a room, but had their own beds. We cooked and enjoyed a lovely breakfast there the morning we left, while enjoying the ocean view from the balcony. The host made everything so easy for us. We will definitely be going back.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ron M., Pardeeville,WI

14 Oct, 2023

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

Family vacat

The view of the bay was nice. Closeness to town made it easy to get around.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

28 Jun, 2025

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

This balcony and view was the best! The sunrise (albeit reallllly early) is stunning!! I’d wake up, watch sunrise and head back to bed. You can hear the ocean waves from the house. Sandy beach with families that come during the day. The owner lives downstairs, and is very nice and helpful. Beds were comfortable. Kitchens very small, but suitable for our needs. I would 100% stay here again if in the area! Great value for 3 bedrooms! The house is vintage, still it has the normal older house style you would expect. But so much character. Clean and comfortable and close to downtown Portland, the Headlight lighthouse etc but you feel miles away!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 May, 2023

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

Wonderful time

We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed this property. The host was very friendly and communicative via phone. Views are beautiful; its quiet and relaxing. It is also very close to many restruants and things to do.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Murphy

I have lived here at Willard Beach for the last 39 yrs. It is a wonderful place and I really love sharing it and my home with all the Great family's I have met over the years. It is a magical place no matter the time of the year.

Why they chose this property

When you walk off the street into the front yard you will have the answer to that question? The first thing you see is a small neighborhood beach. At one end you see the historic Fort Preble, which is now Southern Maine Comm Coll. Then you see the Spring Point light house. To the right you look past at least 6 islands directly in front of you and then at the end of the beach you see the historic Willard Fish Shacks. These were used by local fishermen for over a 100 years. not to mention the various pleasure boats mooring off the beach. I have lived here since 1983 and expect with a little luck and some help from above that this will be the only place that I ever live, winter or summer, spring and fall everyday is special here at Willard Beach

What makes this property unique

This is the only rental home in the neighborhood that is located "Right on the Beach". You walk off the porch and right onto Willard beach. There is a great enclosed area for the little ones.