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Luxury Year-round Treehouse with private hot tub
The Canopy is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.

Salty Mermaid Cottage/Boat House
This 2br home is nestled at the end of a peninsula’s over the water, 5min drive to downtown Portsmouth. Spend the day on the on deck, grilling or enjoy your own authentic Maine lobster bake, swimming and treasure hunting the shore. Also explore Kittery or downtown Portsmouth, both just five minutes away. Enjoy this freshly renovated home, water views from every room and window, all bedrooms are equipped with a/c, free WiFi and smart TVs. Fully equipped kitchen has an amazing view of the water.

The Surf Chalet at York Beach
The Surf Chalet is a one of a kind vacation experience on the coast of Maine. Ideally located between Long Sands, Short Sands and the Nubble Lighthouse. Only a 0.2 mile walk to Long Sands Beach, 0.4 mile walk to Short Sands/shopping. The Surf Chalet sleeps 6. King sized bed, 2 Twin beds and twin/full bunk beds. 1.5 bath with an open living/dining area. The Surf Chalet offers many conveniences: fire pit, patio, grill, large front yard, children's toys, beach chairs and yard/beach/board games.

Oceanfront Cottage on Long Sands Beach - Sleeps 4
Wake up steps from Long Sands Beach at Minisands, a cozy oceanfront York cottage made for easy beach days and memory-making getaways. Sleeps 4 with a queen bedroom and pullout sofa. Enjoy ocean views from the front deck, two on-site parking spaces, outdoor shower, fast Wi-Fi, mini-split heat/AC, smart TV, stocked essentials, walk-across-the-street beach access, and thoughtfully curated coastal design. Perfect for couples, small families and surfers seeking a simple, special stay by the water.

Overlook York Beach Cottage 1 - Walk to Beach!
Overlook Cottage is a quaint 2-bedroom cottage situated in an incredible location- just a 2-minute walk from downtown Short Sands and the beach! The cottage offers 2 bedrooms (one Queen bedroom and one bunk bedroom), a full bathroom, kitchen and living room, along with a vaulted and enclosed 3-season sun porch for additional gathering space. A large deck provides excellent outdoor space for entertaining as well. This is a perfect space to enjoy all that beautiful York Beach has to offer.

Classic, calm river view & centrally located home
We are happy to share with you our coastal, colonial home set on eight acres along the Kennebunk River. Enjoy our quaint, warm home just 5 min to the beach and 3 minutes to Cape Arundel Golf Club. Our 4 bdrm, 2.5 bathroom suits short or long term stays. The location is ideal: 6 min from Kennebunkport, 15 min from Biddeford, and 30 min from Portland or Portsmouth! We hope to make you feel at home with the morning birds chirping and the calmness of the river just in back of the property.

Luxurious Oceanfront Property
Welcome to The Luxurious, where a unique boat feeling awaits you. Completely remodeled with high-end finishing, an elevator accesses all three levels. An open floor concept invites the ocean breeze and offers unique views. A modern fitness room, a year-round hot tub and firepit will enhance your stay. After a day at the beach, enjoy the sunset from the house and walk to the Nubble Light House to savor Maine's famous blueberry ice cream and pie ! Fishing dock not available at the moment.

A water view slice of heaven at Pepperrell Cove
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of staying in Kittery Point Maine’s exclusive Pepperrell Cove area. • Walk three minutes to dinner at one of three amazing waterfront restaurants • Enjoy a private chartered boat ride from across the street • Rent kayaks • Visit Fort McClary • Hike Cutts Island Trail • Visit Crescent and Seapoint beaches • Shop and dine in Kittery’s Wallingford Square, downtown Portsmouth, and the Kittery Outlets. Everything is within fifteen minutes away!

York Lake Front House
Get away from the stress and enjoy this lake front lower unit apartment tucked in a serene nature environment. A short bike ride ride to Short Sand, Long Sands beaches and the Nubble light House. Just minutes from waterfront dining and shopping at Perkins Cove and Village of Ogunquit. After a long day at the beach relax on the covered patio watching the ducks and geese on the lake while the squirrels and chipmunks run abound. Listen to the wide variety of birds singing.

York Beach, ME home - walk to beaches, lighthouse
Enjoy a little piece of Maine paradise at your soon-to-be little home away from home! York Beach, Maine is a charming coastal town perfectly located in this peaceful piece of New England. The summer season is simply amazing! Visitors will find this location charming, with two beaches within walking distance, quaint boutique shops, an amusement park, and outdoor dining. Enjoy the soft, safe, sandy beaches or take a walk to The Nubble Lighthouse to view the perfect sunsets.

Cute 1-Bedroom apartment in the woods by the sea
This 1- bedroom apartment is a half mile walk to Cape Neddick Beach, yet tucked away in the privacy of the woods. When the surf is up you can hear the waves crashing on the nearby rocky cove and the clang of the ocean bell buoy. Also conveniently located within 3 miles of York Beach, Ogunquit, Cape Neddick Golf Course, and the Cliff House Resort. Cape Neddick has it all: coastal cliffs, a sandy beach, a scenic river, hiking trails, and fine dining.

History Steps from the Beach
If you’re looking for more space and amenities than staying in a hotel room, but still want the cleanliness and professionalism you’d expect from one, then you may enjoy staying here. Our spacious 3 room, 1,200 square foot historic (c. 1670) one bedroom apartment for two guests has exposed beams, wide pine floors, full bath, kitchenette, and is just a short walk to Long Sands Beach or a short drive to York Beach, York Harbor, or York Village.
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Apartment rentals with wifi

Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!

Lovely 1-bdr condo in historic downtown Portsmouth

Tranquil Haven - Minutes from Perkins Cove

⭐️✨⭐️ West End Old Port CLEAN, cozy, convenient

First Floor Portland Condo 3 Bed 2 Bath + Parking

Badgers Island Condo-Sweeping Portsmouth Views #3

Unbeatable condo/host in the heart of Portsmouth

Seacoast Getaway
Family-friendly house rentals

Surfside at Short Sands | York | Steps to Beach

Oceanfront Escape • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 14

Family House on Short Sands at York Beach

1 MILE TO LONG OR SHORT SANDS BEACH

Long Sands Retreat Quick walk to beach (0.7 mi)

5 minute walk to ShortSands

Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach

Ogunquit Village 5 BDR, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Top Level Unit | Ocean Views | "The Sunrise Deck"

Ogunquit by the Riverbend

The Silver Fox Den

The Perch on Penhallow, Downtown Portsmouth

Chic Loft-Style Condo in Downtown Portsmouth

Cape Arundel Cottage 1 mile to downtown KPT

Goose Point Getaway (a boutique AirBnB experience)

Historic Portsmouth at Your Doorstep
Other great holiday rentals near Short Sands Beach

Family home with large fenced yard, pet friendly!

The Pioneer - York Beachfront living

Oceanfront Cottage by Nubble Light

*New 4Br York Beach Home|Ogunquit+Backyard

Treat Yourself (to a York Beach Modernized Gem)

York Adventure, 10 min walk to Long Sands beach.

A sunny cottage by the beach!

Large Beach Home between Long & Short Sands Beach
Destinations to explore
- Sebago Lake
- Ogunquit Beach
- Hampton Beach
- Wells Beach
- Long Sands Beach
- Willard Beach
- Canobie Lake Park
- York Harbor Beach
- North Hampton Beach
- Scarborough Beach
- Footbridge Beach
- Crane Beach
- Cape Neddick Beach
- Jenness Beach
- East End Beach
- Snhu Arena
- Gooch's Beach
- Salisbury Beach
- Hills Beach
- Good Harbor Beach
- Salem Witch Museum
- Salem Willows Park
- Fortunes Rocks Beach
- Gunstock Mountain Resort





