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2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT!

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Room to breath!!
What a compound!
A white house with a dark roof, a front porch, and two wicker chairs.
Lots of room!
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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
    Walk to York's Wild Kingdom
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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York Beach, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT!

2 HOUSES IN ONE. LOCATION, LOCATION LOCATION! WALK OUT BACKYARD TO NEWPORT ST. TO THE BEACH. Off Freeman street at the end of a small, private CUL- DE- SAC. Just about a 5 min (4/10 ths of a mile) walk to Short Sands Beach. Property is A LUSH OASIS, situated on over a 1/2 acre on a small cul de sac with shade from 100+ yr old Oak trees. This is a 2 in 1 house. SPREAD OUT OVER 5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS, 2 LAUNDRY FACILITIES, 2 KITCHENS, 2 FAMILY AND DINING AREAS. Enjoy your family without being crowded. Tastefully decorated with charming antiques and comfortable furniture. Enjoy the lush gardens, LARGE DECK, PATIO, spacious yard, outdoor furniture, gas Weber BBQ. Built in fire pit. Bring your sheets and towels. Sheets provided for Cal King bed.

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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 # 160184
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. 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. York's Wild Kingdom and Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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York Beach, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 11 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cape Neddick Lobster Pound - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 HOUSES IN ONE... ROOM TO SPREAD-OUT! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of York's Wild Kingdom and Short Sands Beach. Long Sands Beach is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was in great condition with a lot of amenities and great use of the yard. Within walking distance to short sand as described and perfect for two families to vacation together. Or one family to really spread out uf the second family had a hiccup and couldn’t make it…
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay. Within walking distance of beach, shops and restaurants. Definitely would rent here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2023
Thanks for the kind words.....Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

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

Great location, great home

My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. The home is huge, in a relatively private location, has a pretty good sized yard, and the beach was about a 5 minute walk away through a back street with really low traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
Happy you and your family enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Beautiful house, 10 minute walk to the beach. Fantastic set up for a family vacation.

Beautiful house, 10 minute walk to the beach. Fantastic set up for a family vacation. The house easily accommodated eight adults and four grandchildren. The house is well-maintained and has all the accommodations you could wish for. We also found it easy to have lunch in town after a short walk off the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
Thanks for the review Mike. We enjoyed your staying with us and would look forward to having you back at any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mychal B.

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

Beautiful Artistic and Very well Appointed Space

This house was perfect for family Meals, an easy 10 minute walk to short sands and down town york. The kitchens were beautiful with very nice utensils/ dishes and a clean open space. The art on the wall is actually the owners and adds a personal and artistic touch. Definitely would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

This is a great property for a big family!! Clean, well stocked kitchens. The house is lovely without being fussy. Which we appreciate with kids! The 2 sets of washer/dryer was a great surprise! The property is beautiful and peaceful. Walking distance on back roads to Short Sands, which our teens loved! One note, 2 of the bedrooms were walk through to access the two sides of the house, which was slightly inconvenient at times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cathy t.

Great property

7 adults and 2 children-we just spent a week at this propery. I would highly recommend it. Plenty of room for everyone. Too long of a walk for 80 year old mother-in-law and 2 little ones, but nice for the rest of us. Very quiet-nice yard.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Hi Cathy, Just wanted to let you know we have expanded, with even more room to stretch out in...... Hope to see you soon! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

aidesg1@aol.com G.

loved the quiet culdesac. The beautiful flower gatdens out front.

Mark and Colette are great to work with. They answered all our questions quickly. The first night the central air leaked all over and they had a repairman there the next day. The week we stayed it was very hot, 90 degrees. the house had either a fan or air conditioner in each room and it was cool. I slept very well. The decor is welcoming and comfy. We especially liked the Alice in Wonderland dinning room. The best thing is, there is laundry in 2 of the bathrooms. We have rented before and didnt have this convenience. Thank you Mark and Colette for the use of you great home. Sue and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
We are so glad you found our home cool, comfortable and creatively decorated!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Sunny days in York, Maine

Location was great. We walked to Short Sands daily, including walking with preschoolers. Yard was great, we used the deck daily for meals and the yard for playing and the firepit for s'mores. The new kitchen was lovely with the tall ceilings and workspaces. The art on the walls was amazing. York has many excellent restaurant choices within easy driving distance. Furniture was humble. The older side needed a fresh coat of paint. The inbetween bedrooms were sad...., what were those square things on the wall side? Walking thru bedrooms was uncomfortable. Plug in new kitchen didn't work, nor reset, the one by the stove.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout of the house, the lovely yard, and the easy walk to Short Sands made it perfect for a wonderful family vacation. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

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

Great beach location and lots of privacy

The location of the house was great - it was at the end of a cul de sac so very quiet and private. Distance to beach was perfect, quarter mile walk on a quiet side street. Communication with Mark was easy. There was a slight problem with a dishwasher when we got there that wasn’t really impacting us and someone came to fix it the next day. The house had plenty of room for our group of ten. The only improvement I could see is an update to the queen beds. They’re pretty squeaky and a little uncomfortable. All in all a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Beach week

We had a great week in York. The location was great about 8 minutes to the beach. The house had plenty of beds to accommodate our large family. It has a big deck that we used several times to eat and hangout as well as a fire pit and a good size yard which was great for our grandchildren.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

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

Great location for downtown and short sands access! Great for families with varying age ranges.

Communication throughout the process was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

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

Had a great stay!

This property was as described. Clean and owners extremely responsive. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark or Colette F.

5 Stars isn't enough!

What a wonderful place! Spacious and private. Loved being at the end of the cul-De-sac. Coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne D.

Perfect Girls Trip Getaway

I visited this property with four friends in late May/early June. We can't say enough how wonderful our stay was!! You really are getting two houses in one and that allowed us enough space to move around comfortably! The houses were very well maintained and very spacious (we couldn't stop raving about the tasteful, homey decor and huge bathrooms). It really felt like home away from home. We loved being walking distance from the beach and downtown area where you can find lots of restaurants and activities! Colette and Mark were great to work with-very responsive and very thorough in providing necessary logistics to make our stay wonderful. We can't wait to visit again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
Thanks for the kind words Roxanne. We look forward to a return stay as soon as possible. Best regards, Colette and Mark Fairman
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

A beautiful, peaceful family sancutary

We have loved coming to this beautiful home for the past two summers and have already booked a week in 2018. We love that it's a pretty 2-minute, easy walk to Short Sands beach and it's so relaxing to walk back home and enjoy the serenity of the large deck and the lush back yard. Lots to do -- and places to eat -- in the York area for kids and parents. Plenty of nice bedrooms and bathrooms so we're not tripping over each other. Our grandkids call it 'our special summer house' and we can't imagine vacationing anywhere else.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Wonderful week! Great place to stay

We stayed at Collette's place in early August this year. We were fortunate to have great weather. I was leery of renting a place online but the place was exactly as described. Immaculate and well maintained. We were a group of 7 and had plenty of space. I would highly recommend renting. Downtown was walking distance.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Wonderful Vacation Home

We loved this vacation home and have reserved it for next year. The house is close to the beach, yet far enough away from the crowds. We enjoyed the beautiful yard and the whimsical gardens. The house is tastefully decorated, very comfortable and well maintained. We enjoyed our dinners on the deck and felt at home. We enjoyed a quiet week yet were able to walk to the beach and to downtown whenever we chose. Everything was just as Mark and Colette promised.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Best location in York!

Quiet, Private Home. Close enough to the beach (short sands) that the kids can safely walk to the arcade, far enough away not to be bothered by tourists. Lovely home with plenty of surprises. Would welcome the opportunity to visit again!

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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Why they chose this property

SHANGRI-LA AT YORK BEACH. A quiet location at the end of a small cul de sac, yet only a 5 minute walk to Short Sands Beach! No cars driving by while enjoying the deck and lush yard with giant oak trees. WALK OUT THE BACKYARD ON TO NEWPORT ST TO SHORT SANDS BEACH. LESS THAN A 1/2 MILE TO THE BEACH

What makes this property unique

TWO HOUSE IN ONE!
Peaceful location, yet only a 5 min walk to Short Sands Beach!!!
One house has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths ( 2 Queens, 1 full). The other house has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath (1 Cal King, 1 set of bunk beds, 1 sleeper full futon)). There are also 2 sleeper ottomans (twin size) that can be moved to where they are needed. The houses are connected.

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