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Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!!

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A two-story house with a porch, large windows, and a flag.
A white cottage with a number 28 sign, a flag, and a porch with American flags.
A two-story house with a front porch and a small deck.
A porch with a red chair and a table covered with a red tablecloth.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Old Orchard Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Palace Playland
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!!

The Seaglass Cottage is a cozy, fully remodeled property an easy five minute walk downhill to seven miles of sandy Old Orchard Beach, shops, restaurants, and amusements.
It features an open back porch with picnic table which is perfect for morning coffee or family meals, lobster bakes, or hamburgers cooked on the nearby gas grill. An enclosed front porch offers a double futon & day bed. The cottage also features a large knotty pine living room with flat screen TV and DVD, an eat in dining room, with comfortable seating for 4, two air conditioned bedrooms (one with 2 twin beds, 1 with a queen sized bed & flat screen TV, both air conditioned), FREE WI-FI, 1 3/4 bathrooms, fully equipped eat in kitchen with microwave, washer & dryer, off street parking for 2 cars. Sleeps 6.
The perfect beach vacation get away: Sea Glass Cottage in Old Orchard Beach, Maine.


Activities/Amusements: In addition to the beach, the cottage is close to Portland, Kennebunkport ( summer home of presidents Bush), outlet shopping, professional baseball, AMTRAK, amusements & water parks, as well as, a variety of art galleries, museums & movie theaters.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 379500
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

Old Orchard Beach

Located in Old Orchard Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Orchard Beach and Saco River, while Thompson's Point and State Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway or Portland Exposition Building. Parasailing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

What's nearby

  • Old Orchard Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pirate's Cove - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palace Playland - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harmon Historical Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 9 min walk
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Pine Brewing Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bagels - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Elevate Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Asian House - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage 5 min walk to beach & 8 min. walk to The Pier !!! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pirate's Cove and Old Orchard Beach. Old Orchard Beach Pier is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away. Old Orchard Beach Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marc and Martha were great hosts. The accommodations and items provided more than met expectations. The location was perfect. A great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
special from the moment we arrived. Woukd not hesitate to stay again. All the positive reviews are real!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marc and Martha were incredible hosts. They are so warm and welcoming. Made you feel like family from the start. The perfect stay for a small family. Will look for this place again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners live locally and were friendly and very attentive when the fridge went unexpectedly. Tastefully decorated cottage with all the essentials. Short walk to the beach and main strip but does include a decent hill so be mindful if traveling with kids, elderly or physically limited. Nice beach carts and backpack cooler provided. Plenty of linens and towels. Air conditioning in upstairs bedrooms only and master ac is loud. Beds are comfortable. Master window coverings only filter the light and could use room darkening option. The front porch with daybed and futon is beautiful but unusable if the outside temperature is higher than 70 so our kids slept on the couches instead. The main living room area also stays very warm needing fans. Quiet neighborhood. Dining area is narrow for 6 people but the picnic tables offered a variety of seating options.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2026
We regret tenant found difficulty with locale & existing hill, however please note excerpt from property description copied below: "The Seaglass Cottage is a cozy, fully remodeled property an easy five minute walk downhill to seven miles of sandy Old Orchard Beach, shops, restaurants, and amusements". If tenant anticipates difficulty making the walk to/from the beach, we encourage shuttling children/elderly to the beach via car, then returning to property parking spots. Front porch can become extremely warm, but most afternoons provide sea breezes. Opening porch windows & windows adjacent to living room do provide some relief as does the porch ceiling fan. The property also has: 3 box fans, 3 oscillating cylindrical fans, 1 heavy duty floor fan. Both bedrooms are air conditioned with AC in master bedroom recently repaired to lessen operating noise. Eating spaces can be tight, however property provides varied options depending on the size of tenant's party. They include: Kitchen: seating for 2-3, Dining room seating 2-4, Back porch picnic table 4-6, Side Yard picnic table 6-8
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaylene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean cottage with everything my family needed to have a great time at the beach. Convenient location to the beach and the pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I enjoyed our stay. It was our first trip to Maine. The house was clean and well organized, in a quiet and friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline v.

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

Cosy

Nicely decorated cosy cottage close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

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

Beautiful Home close to the Beach

What a wonderful place to stay! We were very happy with the house and its proximity to the beach and other fun things :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Another Great stay!

This is the 2nd time we have stayed in this wonderful BEACH house! Everything was perfect for my family. The beach is so close and Marc & Martha are the best hosts anyone could ask for!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Nice stay

The cottage was nice, location was great. Do wish they had aluminum foil and measuring cups.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

linwood p.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

OOB 2025

Excellent rental
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette W.

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

Seaglass cottage Old Orchard Beach

The cottage is delightful. Had everything we needed and more. Nice neighborhood and could walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Comfortable & Clean Beach House

The house was perfect for our family of 4! Between the beach and the bright and beautifully decorated house, many memories were made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Perfect beach house

This is a beautiful beach house. It is spotless & very well stocked with everything you could need. It is in a quiet neighborhood with a short walk to the beach & Pier. We enjoyed our stay very much and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

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

Perfect beach house

My family and I stayed 4 nights in this house and couldn’t find a bad thing to say about it. The house was clean, well stocked, in a great location and the hosts were very responsive and accommodating. Would definitely recommend this place if you’re looking for a perfect vacation spot when visiting Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

rebecca m.

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

Great location

Very clean, comfortable, and accommodating. Exactly as pictured and described. We had a wonderful week here with our two children under 5.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

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

Wonderful time at this charming house!

We were so pleased with our stay! We have stayed 4 times before at OOB with the kids. This time this house waa perfect. Loved all the decorations. Every detail is thought through.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

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

Beautiful house

Full of Amenities, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

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

Relaxing

A very needed family getaway… we loved the cottage feel, all the necessities and the location to the downtown! The hosts were avail of needed and responded immediately! We hope to return next summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

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

Nice stay in quiet house

We had a great time here at Old Orchard Beach. This house was very conveniently located to everything and in a pretty neighborhood. It was clean and had everything we needed.I have two small suggestions for the owner: (1) I had a bit of trouble finding the address, so it would help to include that in your checkin instructions; (2) the streetlight outside the master bedroom is bright, and it'd be nice to have a darker curtain.Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT Beach House for a family vacation! Marc & Martha thought of everything for their renters needs. Location was walking distance to everything, yet far enough to not be disturbed by the beach nightlife. Not only were towels and linens supplied, but all the necessities for a stress free day at the beach are provided, including umbrella and a wagon to carry it all. Cottage was exactly as described and the Maine beach decor carried throughout was adorable right down to drawer pulls. The Maine gift waiting on arrival is a super sweet and appreciated touch. Definitely recommend and hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2025
Hi Leah, Thank you for this kind review. We appreciate your business & certainly hope you'll rent with us again. Regards, Martha PS How did the Rubik's championship go?
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn Q.

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

Cozy, clean home

Tee had a grey time with our stay at this home. It was clean, well stocked, had enough space for the 6 of us. The owners came over to check in with us the first day to be sure we were all settled which was sweet. They had plenty of beach towels, chairs, beach cart, grill, books, etc. we will for sure be looking to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Wonderful cottage, and great hosts

I think this is the best place we've ever stayed in OOB - and we've been going there for many years. Martha and Marc were there to welcome us when we arrived, and we felt at home as soon as we unloaded the car. They've thought of everything - we could have come with clothes and food and not needed another thing for the entire week. Linens, towels, beach towels, a great, rugged cart to haul stuff to the beach, air conditioners in the bedrooms (that actually work), fans throughout the house for every room, wifi, washer & dryer - just awesome. I know it sounds silly, but I so appreciated being in a cottage that didn't look like an explosion at the Christmas Tree Shop (if you're regular visitors to OOB, you know exactly what I mean). Tastefully decorated, and something as trivial as having matching dishes and silverware made me feel like I was in my own home - just in a much better location. Speaking of the location - jackpot! A 5 minute walk down to the beach, 10-15 up to the pier, 5 or so to the mini-golf. Close enough, but just far enough away. We went to the OOB House of Pizza right up the street, and it was great. No need to go all the way up to the main drag. I would second what someone else mentioned below - the bed in the master is very, very firm. If that bothers your back, you might want to bring some sort of topper (non-latex, of course - allergies, you know) or plan on dragging in one of the twin mattresses from the other room, which is what I wound up doing. I would definitely come back to this property for another vacation. Give it a go, you won't be disappointed!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Mattress topper for queen bed in master bedroom was added on August 20, 2016.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

great beach vaca location

great cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Beautiful Maine

We really enjoyed southern Maine! Beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marc Gagne

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Owners Marc & Martha, both retired high school teachers, with a combined teaching career of 70 years hold Bachelor & Masters Degrees from the University of Southern Maine. He has lived in Old Orchard Beach all his life and she has resided there for the past 20 years.
The purchase, remodel and decorating of the SEAGLASS COTTAGE (located adjacent to our home) has been a labor of love. The complete overhaul of the property began in 2004, with the first rental tenants arriving summer 2005. An additional construction project in 2008 added the second bathroom and master bedroom. Successful and rewarding rental seasons (as can be noted by the reviews) have occurred ever since.
Marc's remodeling & construction skills combined with Martha's artistic eye and creativity, have helped to create a beautiful, comfortable, welcoming, coastal retreat perfect for making summer memories by the sea. Color choices, bedding, furnishings & decor all add to the coastal feel and provide tenants a "home away from home" easy to acclimate to, and hard to leave. Many tenants have made returned visits summer after summer.

Why they chose this property

The property's location provides the best that Old Orchard Beach has to offer! Close enough to easily walk to beach, pier & amusements, it's also far enough away from more noisy venues & in a quiet neighborhood, in large part inhabited by year round residents.

What makes this property unique

In addition to being decorated professionally, with each space designed to be comfortable, the cottage provides a true "home away from home" feel. The available amenities always get positive reviews & are included to make the tenant's stay all the more enjoyable. Included, but not limited to, items at the cottage: bed linens, blankets, pillows, bath & beach towels, 4 box fans, ceiling fan, 2 window air conditioners (in bedrooms), beach wagon, cooler, umbrella, chairs, casual & formal dining service, 12 cup & Keurig single serve coffee makers, lobster pot & utensils, start up paper products.

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