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Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with water park

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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South Portland, ME
  • Place, Willard Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Maine Community College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Preble
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!

This is the Extremely rare. "On the Beach" Beach house. Over 100 years old. This charming Old Ocean Front Inn was converted in the 80's to a 2 family home. I live in 1 unit. It is rich in character and history and has been modernized with everything you could need. Steps off the deck onto the sandy beach. Breath taking views from your 40' deck overlooking Willard Beach and the islands. Watch the ships, from cruise ships over 1000' and tankers as big to the local lobster men as they all pass right in front of you. Located on a neighborhood beach, this home is only 10 minutes from Portland's Old Port Area and the waterfront. House is comfortably furnished and all you need to provide is your sunblock and beach towels. I,ll make sure you have everything else you need.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Contact owner for any additional fees for events
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
All pets must be approved by owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
After the booking, we will verify all reservation details by phone and/or email within 24 hours.

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: contact owner for any additional fees for events
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 first aid kit

About the area

South Portland

Located in Willard Beach, a neighbourhood in South Portland, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crescent Beach State Park and Two Lights State Park, while Lyric Music Theater and South Portland Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Maine Sports Hall of Fame, or check out an event or a game at Cross Insurance Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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South Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Willard Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Southern Maine Community College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Preble - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fort Williams Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bug Light - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 17 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North43Bistro - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scratch Baking Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪DiPietro's - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willard Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay and Willard Beach. Southern Maine Community College and Fort Preble are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and helpful. Just the relaxing stay we all needed. Peaceful and beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love it here, it was our 4th visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Great location! Great view on the beach! Host is very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this property! The beach was beautiful, the home was wonderful, and the neighborhood was so sweet!! we could’ve sat on the front deck for hours!! The home was so beautifully decorated, and so cozy! We absolutely love this place and I’ve already talked about coming back! Thank you for a wonderful experience and family vacation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. You have the whole 2nd floor with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath and powder room by 1st floor entrance. Watch the steps as they change heights part of the way up. Great views from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here! We had our children and grandchildren and one puppy. It was comfortable, right on the beach, easy drive to downtown Portland and the nearby lighthouse! It's a particularly fun beach with lots of different boats coming and going and lots of rocks, crabs, shells, seaweed, driftwood, etc! John was a terrific host - even got a fire going for us one evening! We loved it! One sidenote: it is on the second floor so bring a baby gate if you have little ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

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

Beach Time

Property well located to take advantage beach.Property manager was very helpful and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Leigh G.

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

A dream house and location

The house is everything as described plus so much more. The family had the most incredible time and the people we met added so much to our trip. It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

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

Great spot for families!

We loved our stay here. Everything was clean. My kids loved the toy blocks and running out on the beach. There is a playground nearby on the beach. Views are amazing and the area is very quiet. Great vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Perfect location!!

The pictures absolutely do not do this place justice! Very charming and the beach is amazing! The house has everything you need and has amazing views. it’s very close to downtown Portland and there is some great restaurants right in the neighborhood. The host John is super friendly and accommodating. Absolutely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane G.

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

Wonderful stay on Casio Bay

John was great and the view was a amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Unbeatable location!

Perfect location for our holiday, we used it as a base to explore locally. The house itself is a lovely old house with real character. We loved staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Beachfront

Stunning location. Dog friendly beach. Lighthouse in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

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

Great location

Wonderful waterfront property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

The Views are Amazing!

The location of this property is outstanding. It is right on the beach on the Casco Bay. The host was very kind and very knowledgeable of the Portland area, which was very helpful. The house is old, but very clean. The only issues we had were there wasn't a coffee maker and the garbage the garbage disposal in the kitchen sink was broken.It was a perfect place to stay and enjoy the beautiful Maine Coastline.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Beautiful spot on Willard Beach

Great spot and very nice host. We will return again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful view

Comfortable home right on the beach. Close to local sites, and the perfect place for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

Thank you, John!

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay. The location, the view, the property- we could not have enjoyed it more! The property is located at the end of a quiet street overlooking the beach as shown. The area is very safe and peaceful. House and property look exactly like the pictures (but even better and more beautiful in person). We would love to come back and spend more time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Towson, Maryland

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

Truly special spot overlooking Willard Beach and Casco Bay

Rental with truly amazing views just steps from Willard Beach and a short walk to wonderful local bakeries, shops and walking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Lovely beach house

Very comfortable and well-situated home, right on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Z.

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

Adult Family Stay

This location is EVERYTHING!!! Right on the beach, cozy accommodations with spacious bedrooms was perfect for the 4 of us - with the 3rd bedroom, we could've included another couple! Host John was lovely!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie M.

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

Amazon stay and hospitality

Most beautiful and wonderful stay! The house was amazing and had everything you could possibly want. John was an incredible host and made every accomodation you could imagine, just the most lovely experience. You are literally on the beach and can hear the Ocean all day. Could not have asked for a better trip or host! Thank you John!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

A true vacation

Oh my… the view, the deck, the beach, the dogs on the beach every morning and evening, Scratch bakery down the street, comfortable bed…friendly owner downstairs….we want to return for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view was breathtaking, we were able to observe all of the sailboats in the area and the dog-friendly beach. John was a great host and we will definitely return when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Murphy

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I have lived here at Willard Beach for the last 39 yrs. It is a wonderful place and I really love sharing it and my home with all the Great family's I have met over the years. It is a magical place no matter the time of the year.

Why they chose this property

When you walk off the street into the front yard you will have the answer to that question? The first thing you see is a small neighborhood beach. At one end you see the historic Fort Preble, which is now Southern Maine Comm Coll. Then you see the Spring Point light house. To the right you look past at least 6 islands directly in front of you and then at the end of the beach you see the historic Willard Fish Shacks. These were used by local fishermen for over a 100 years. not to mention the various pleasure boats mooring off the beach. I have lived here since 1983 and expect with a little luck and some help from above that this will be the only place that I ever live, winter or summer, spring and fall everyday is special here at Willard Beach

What makes this property unique

This is the only rental home in the neighborhood that is located "Right on the Beach". You walk off the porch and right onto Willard beach. There is a great enclosed area for the little ones.

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