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Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views!

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a potted plant with blue flowers.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a TV mounted above the fireplace.
A kitchen with a large window overlooking a residential area and the ocean. There are two wooden chairs and a table.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a hammock.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, white cabinets, a window, and a door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Moody Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wells, ME
  • Place, Moody Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Wells Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Family Suite

1 Double Futon, 1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Mermaid Room

1 Queen Bed

Seahorse room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

1st floor full bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3/4 2nd floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views!

Spend your vacation in our comfortable Moody Point beach home. Our Sunshine Shack is located just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean at the end of a safe and quiet dead end street with only three other houses on the road. We have lovingly updated this cottage. We hope the details and effort will show how excited we are to share our cottage and beautiful Moody, Maine with other families and friends. Come see what is so special about the Wells, Moody, Ogunquit and Kennebunk beaches, restaurants and activities.

Our two story Sunshine Shack is filled with sun and is appointed with comfort and pleasant coastal colors and textures. We have 3 bedrooms and can sleep up to 9 comfortably (Bedroom one has 1 Queen, Bedroom two has 1 Queen and 1 Twin, Bedroom three a true family suite has 1 Full, 1 Twin daybed, and 1 Twin Bunk Bed. Linens are not provided, (please pack all towels and sheets or rent via Cottage Linens) to guests. Cottage Linens is a local linen rental company that is available if you wish to rent linens.
There are two bathrooms (one full and one 3/4) and a full custom kitchen with bar seating for four. The kitchen seamlessly flows into a sitting area which then gives way to the dining area. The dining table seats 6 and is positioned in order to enjoy the ocean views out of the eight foot slider that opens to the deck. The upstairs is very open and makes for an excellent entertaining area. Open the newly installed oversized sliding door and let the sight, sound, and smell of the ocean fill the cottage and your heart.

Our air conditioned, beach cottage includes a 46” Flat Screen TV which is mounted above a gas fireplace. We have WiFi and an office space downstairs for someone who was unable to completely leave work behind and a Play Station for the occasional and sometimes welcomed rainy day. Our kitchen has a combination of granite countertops and warm butcher block surfaces, stainless steel appliances, and all the cooking and dining items you may need. We also have a beautiful large gas fire pit that sits off our deck where you can have a glass of your favorite summer beverage in the glow of fire light all while listening to the waves crash the shore just 50 yards away. Outdoors we have a patio table on the deck and a small conversation patio set. A good sized yard, lawn games and plenty of areas and activities to enjoy outside of the cottage.


Some of the places we really enjoy in the Wells/Ogunquit area include:
Wells Harbor where they have restaurants, a free concert every Saturday evening (in season) in the gazebo, a great playground, and a working dock where you can watch the lobstermen come and go, take a fishing charter, catch crabs, or rent kayaks and paddle boards.

Wells Beaches are made up of miles of sandy and salty goodness. They include Moody Beach, the Main Beach (trolley stop) Crescent Beach and Drakes Island Beach. These are all great places to fly kites, discover sea life in tide pools and jump over or run from waves.

Laudholm Farm and the Rachel Carson Preserve are both in Wells and are excellent nature centers where one can Bird watch and walk along trails and see the beautiful transition from Maine woodlands to freshwater estuaries to saltwater marsh life.

In Ogunquit we enjoy going to Perkins Cove (trolley stop). This is either the start or the finish of Marginal Way, a coastline walking path with perhaps the most picturesque and bold views of the Atlantic ocean that you will ever find. Ogunquit has many great restaurants, a nationally recognized beach, a good nightlife and a world renowned Play House. The best part is that it is the next town over and only a short drive or trolley ride from our cottage.

We have provided internet links in our online guest book to some of our favorite places in the area and have also included a few “secret spots” in a booklet in the cottage. We live and work in the area and will always try to be available for questions regarding the cottage and things to do. We truly want whoever rents our Sunshine Shack to have the best time and feel like they got to know our coastal community and love the whole experience as much as we do.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Police take notice.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1045919vb
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Police take notice.
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
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

Wells

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Moody Point, a neighbourhood in Wells. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Wells Beach. Wonder Mountain Fun Park and Bette-Jean's are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Wells, ME

What's nearby

  • Moody Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Crescent Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wells Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Marginal Way - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 11 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barnacle Billy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Clam Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views!?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views! on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,606, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the Sunshine Shack, a Unique Bright Cottage with Bold Ocean Views! located?

Located in Moody Point, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Moody Beach and Crescent Beach. Wells Beach and Wonder Mountain Fun Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Amy & Ned Cardinali

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At Vacation Shack Rentals, we specialize in offering exceptional beachside getaways in Southern Maine. With over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry, we sold our seaside restaurant in 2024 to pursue our passion for hospitality as full-time vacation rental hosts and travel agent. For the last 9 years, we have been managing four vacation rentals, dedicating ourselves to delivering outstanding guest experiences. Our properties, located just steps from beautiful beaches, are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, providing the perfect setting for your coastal retreat. Outside of work, we enjoy traveling to tropical destinations with our two children. We look forward to helping you create lasting memories during your stay in Southern Maine.

Why they chose this property

We wanted something that was close to the beach but peaceful and quiet. So we stumbled upon this...The Sunshine Shack! The name The Sunshine Shack came about because the home is so bright and airy. It's built on a quiet street with a few houses. It's so peaceful listening to the waves crashing on the shore. Our home is centrally located between Ogunquit and Wells in Moody, so you really have the best of both worlds right here!

What makes this property unique

Wells Beaches are made up of miles of sandy and salty goodness. They include Moody Beach, the Main Beach (trolley stop) Crescent Beach and Drakes Island Beach. These are all great places to fly kites, discover sea life in tide pools and jump over or run from waves. Laudholm Farm and the Rachel Carson Preserve are both in Wells and are excellent nature centers where one can Bird watch and walk along trails and see the beautiful transition from Maine woodlands to freshwater estuaries to saltwater marsh life. In Ogunquit we enjoy going to Perkins Cove (trolley stop). This is either the start or the finish of Marginal Way, a coastline walking path with perhaps the most picturesque and bold views of the Atlantic ocean that you will ever find. Ogunquit has many great restaurants, a nationally recognized beach, a good nightlife and a world renowned Play House. The best part is that it is the next town over and only a short drive or trolley ride from our cottage.

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