Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families

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The kitchen slider opens up to the huge deck
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, patterned sofas, and a wooden floor.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a chandelier. A staircase leads to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an onsite pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Long Sands Beach
Sleeps 84 bedrooms6 beds

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nubble Lighthouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families

York, Maine — Welcome to Vacation By The Sea, a beloved four-bedroom, two-bath home that perfectly blends space, comfort, and a prime beach location. This classic Maine home may have a vintage touch, but it’s a guest favorite year after year thanks to its unbeatable setup for large families and groups looking to make lasting seaside memories.

🏡 Spacious Living, Perfect for Gathering
Step inside to an open-concept living area with a large living room and a separate private sitting room that can double as an extra TV space or sleeping area with its full-size sleeper sofa.

The huge kitchen and dining area comfortably seats 12 guests, making it easy to enjoy family meals together. Sliding doors lead to a large deck, perfect for grilling, gathering, or playing a round of cornhole. Beyond the deck, the big backyard offers plenty of space for kids to play and families to unwind after a day at the beach.

✨ Lower-Level Fun & Outdoor Living
The finished lower level offers a second living room with a TV and pool table, perfect for cozy nights in. Step through the back door to find the outdoor shower — clean, private, and complete with hot and cold water for rinsing off sandy toes.

🛏 Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements
Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms:
2 Queen bedrooms
2 Twin bedrooms*
A/C window units keep the home cool on warm summer days, while new mattresses, pillows, and bedding (2022) ensure a great night’s sleep.

Thoughtful Amenities & Extras
The home is fully stocked for vacation living, from blueberry pancake breakfasts to traditional New England lobster bakes. Linens, towels, complimentary toiletries, and welcome snacks are all provided.

The laundry room features one washer and two dryers — perfect for families tackling a week’s worth of beach towels!

🚶 Unbeatable Location
Centrally located, this home makes it easy to walk to both Short Sands and Long Sands Beaches. Short Sands offers family fun with York’s Wild Kingdom, Bowl-A-Rama, shops, and restaurants, while Long Sands offers 1.5 miles of sandy shoreline and the picturesque Nubble Lighthouse.

With parking for five cars (a rarity in York), you’ll have plenty of room for your whole group to explore the coast — from Portsmouth to Kennebunkport and Portland. Spend your days on lobster boat tours, lighthouse excursions, or exploring charming New England towns nearby.

✨ Vacation By The Sea is a classic Maine beach house that combines room to spread out, a perfect location, and a welcoming, nostalgic vibe. It’s no wonder this property is one of our most sought-after summer homes year after year.

Sleeping for 10 Guests | 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | W+D In Unit | Parking for 5 | Linens & Towels Included | No Pets | No Smoking | *Twin bedrooms are arranged with two twin beds by default. A king conversion kit is available upon request to accommodate guest preferences. Please note that Housekeeping does not provide this service — guests are responsible for completing the twin-to-king conversion themselves.

📍 70 Nicole Road, York, ME

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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 is not permitted
Guests must be 28 years or older to rent.
Primary renter must sign rental agreement.
No events, no bachelorette parties, no bachelor parties.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3663954vb
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

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Nubble Lighthouse and Market Square are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Center For Wildlife and Yummies Candy and Nuts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 14 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 29 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barnacle Billy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cape Neddick Lobster Pound - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Goldenrod - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation By The Sea – Spacious Coastal Classic Perfect for Families located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nubble Lighthouse, Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Cliff Walk and York Harbor Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Daniele & Hannah with Salt & Shine Vacation Rentals

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