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HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT

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A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, and a view of trees through large windows.
A large, two-story house with a prominent porch and a well-maintained lawn.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and landscaped with plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel dishwasher, a double sink, and a large window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Casco Bay

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Scarborough, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Higgins Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 27)

3rd upstairs guest room

2 Double Beds

Apartment KING bedroom

1 King Bed

Apartment Living Room

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Bunk Room

+3
7 Single Beds

First Floor 2-QUEENS room

2 Queen Beds

KING bedroom

1 King Bed

KING bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

KING ensuite Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Apartment bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

First floor powder room

Toilet

Large new bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only

Private outdoor shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs Hallway Common Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Scarborough

Located in Higgins Beach, a neighbourhood in Scarborough, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by State Theatre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Big 20 Bowling Center and Len Libby Chocolates.
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Map
Scarborough, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Higgins Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 20 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Palace Playland - 20 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 24 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeycomb Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clambake Seafood Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amato's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HEATED SALTWATER POOL, Pickleball. Higgins Beach Estate~sleeps 32. 12 min to DT located?

This family-friendly Scarborough holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Casco Bay and Higgins Beach. Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marilys was an incredibly gracious host, and made some great recommendations for us even before we arrived. The home was beautiful, the neighborhood felt cozy, and each of the beds were very comfortable. We loved pickleballing and making s’mores around the fire. Our group of 13 had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely place to stay that is right near Portland. We had a large group and the space and property were great. You are 15-20 from downtown and Hanks is around the corner for convenient food. The house is comfortable and the pool is heated! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a Maine getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very family friendly and the host was very attentive & responsive. Loved the pool&pickle ball
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in great condition and we were provided with everything that we would need on our trip. Marilys was extremely helpful in getting things sorted as well as giving recommendations and suggestions for food, activities, etc. for our large group. The location is fantastic and makes getting in and our of downtown very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review, Byrav. You and the other guys were such a nice group and it was truly a pleasure to host you. I hope to have that opportunity again and wanted to thank you for taking great care of the house! Enjoy your summer! Marilys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

The house was beautiful and the host was great & so nice. Highly recommend for large groups!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and host were both great. The home is spacious for many adults. The property is beautiful with many great features outside that make it a complete package. Located in a beautiful area and close to downtown. Will rent again, highly reccomend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group and I had the best stay at this property one could ask for! Not only was the house perfect (super clean, spacious, a hot tub and a pool!), but our host Marilys was wonderful. She made everything super easy on our end! She communicated thoroughly, provided a detailed list of what to expect upon arrival, and even provided us with great recommendations of places to go! I cannot recommend this property enough! 10/10!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely, comfortable home, walk to the beach!

We returned to this roomy, comfortable home for a second stay. It’s a lovely house, with plenty of space for our extended family, a well equipped kitchen, and a beautiful yard. Walking distance to Higgins Beach, or an easy drive to Portland. We had everything we needed and felt well taken care of!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House!

Clean, updates, well stocked, and comfortable house that would be great for several couples or a few families. Our host was quick to respond to any questions and supplied us with lots of details about the property and the surrounding area. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine

Wonderful home. Wish we could have stayed longer. Owner went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome for large group

Stayed here with 17 adults in May 2023. Everything was as advertised and the property was beautiful, well stocked and had plenty of sleeping space. The owners were very communicative, accommodating and flexible. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Our extended family gathered here for Thanksgiving and the house was wonderful. Well laid out floor plan; nice, well stocked kitchen; large table and living room; enough space for us to be together but not on top of each other. We loved the easy walk to Higgins beach, and on site amenities. Hope to return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

90th celebration

We had a great 3 night stay. Pickleball was loads of fun. House was very comfortable and kitchen was well equipped. Only a short walk to the beach. When asked questions, the owner was super reponsive and even provided a very thorough welcome package filled with local things to do, places to visit, restaurant ideas, et al. The back deck for dinner was great, but when it rained dinner inside worke!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fashionable Farmhouse!

This newly renovated farmhouse was the perfect setting for our group of 12 friends celebrating a milestone birthday.! The living room and dining room easily accommodated our large group and the kitchen is very well stocked.!!! The house is beautifully decorated throughout and all the beds are very comfortable. The bed linens and towels are high end and something you don’t find in most rental properties. Marilys the owner/host is great to work with... she is very responsive, efficient and goes out of her way to make sure you have a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Thank you so much, Claire, for choosing our house, for taking great care of it and for leaving a great review! I love hosting large groups and yours was among the best! I hope to have your group back soon and look forward to hearing from you again :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful Maine vacation home

We stayed at the Higgins Beach home at the end of July 2025. Our group included 14 adults and 7 GC from six months to 11 years old. We also leased the attached apartment. The property was clean, cozy, comfortable and very quiet. When not exploring the surrounding areas, we spent much of our time in the large pool or playing pickle ball. Meals were enjoyed in the dining room or the outside deck. Except for groceries the kitchen was well-stocked with condiments and everything else needed for cooking. The GC kept busy with play sets that were provided. Despite the large group, we never felt crowded. The owner, Marilys, responded to any question quickly and efficiently. We enjoyed our stay so much that we are returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely amazing home!

We had the best time staying at this home! There were 15 women that all fit perfectly in the MOST comfortable beds in the coziest home. Marilys was the nicest person to talk to and helped us have the best time possible. I could not recommend this place enough! We are already planning another trip here!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Haley 13

This house was amazing. First of all how I love to decorate in every inch of the house and then so very comfortable. The beds were amazing and the house was so clean. One of our favorites!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Didn’t want to leave

We had 10 adults in our group for an annual vacation. This property was so charming! Close proximity to all of the things we wanted to experience for our first trip to Maine! It’s important to note that EVERYONE in our group commented on how comfortable and wonderful the beds are! Marilys was thorough in expectations and input…and gave plenty of recommendations for our foodie adventures! If you are looking to visit Portland but don’t want to be downtown and would like to sleep in some of the most comfortable beds you will ever find…stop here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Holiday at Higgins Beach Farm

The Higgins Beach farm is a big old house on about 5 acres that has been modernized. Our family of 7 adults and 3 grand-kids ranging in age from 8-12 were very comfortable in the space available without using the optional apartment, and the only person in the large five-beds room was our 12 year old granddaughter. The recent addition of a very nice and large swimming pool was very important to our family; since the days were very warm, and we were happy to make only one visit (15 min walk) to the local beach each day. Seven bikes were available for those that wanted to ride to the beach. The family found a number of day trips that they wanted to do in the surrounding community, and several very nice eat-out places were easily identified in the extensive provided by the host. Marilys, the host, was readily available and totally co-operative in dealing with questions that we encountered during our stay. The only thing that would have improved our stay would have been a few umbrellas in the pool area and on the large and otherwise comfortable back deck. The latter was great for star watching at the end of the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent spot - wonderful

We had a wonderful week. It was my family and the house was perfect. Very clean and neat and well appointed. We had a blast in the pool and hot tub. Plenty of space and wonderful beds and bedding. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a blast!

House was wonderful and the heated pool was the best. We really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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