Prouts Neck, Steps to the Beach

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Scarborough, ME

Cliff Walk3 min drive
Palace Playland22 min drive
Old Orchard Beach Pier22 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Our wonderful home can now be used 365 days a year after a 2021 winterization which added air conditioning and heat to the entire house. The home has been in the family since 1937. We are on a pretty lane which dead ends at the beach. The beach at Prouts Neck is one of the most private and beautiful in the world. Our home is very comfortable for parents and children or grandparents and family due to having 5 bedrooms, 4 are upstairs, as are two bathrooms, and one bedroom with en suite bath is downstairs. All baths are renovated, but retain their original charm. We also have a spacious and modern, but old fashioned style kitchen. Best of both worlds!! Check out the photos. Laundry machines are new.
Our floors are painted an attractive blue and all bedrooms have new windows & screens. We have A/C, but it is rarely need because, after all, this is Maine, by the water!! There are several TVs. We have Wi-Fi. Tons of new and old books in the Dining room/library.

We're a 2 hour drive from Boston. There's an airport in Portland. We're around 15 minutes to Portland and the fabulous Exchange Street restaurants and shops. I can't tell you how wonderful it is to stay at 'Prouts'. We often go to Freeport for shopping at L.L. Bean and all the other great shops, then come home and hit the beach to regain our strength. Also, for our of age guests, the brewery and distillery scene in Portland is incredible. The hustle and bustle of Old Orchard Beach, and the summerstock theatre in Ogunquit are wonderful fun. We also love going to Kennebunkport, to gallery hop.

There are more activities than just the beach. The area is very popular for road cycling due to the great sea views and rolling terrain. In addition, the popular car-free Eastern Rail Trail connects Scarborough to Saco along marshes and woods. Kayaking the open water, or calm scenic estuaries of the Nonsuch River or Spurwink River are easy thanks to convenient access points.

We will NOT contact you to see if you want to re-rent. Please make early arrangements, (we love return visitors), to 'protect' 'your' week(s). We often fill up for the next year; soon after labor day. You've been warned!

Keywords: House, beach, Maine, Prouts Neck, Portland

Property manager

Mike

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Scarborough

Located in Scarborough, this holiday home is near the beach. Thompson's Point and Maine Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big 20 Bowling Center and Aquaboggan Water Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Scarborough, ME

What's nearby

Scarborough Beach State Park - 2 min walk
Cliff Walk - 3 min drive
Pine Point Beach - 21 min drive
Palace Playland - 22 min drive
Old Orchard Beach Pier - 22 min drive

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 17 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

Lisa's Pizza - 22 min drive
Ken's Place - 17 min drive
Clambake Restaurant - 19 min drive
Hooligan's Steak & Ale - 22 min drive
The Pier Patio Pub - 22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Prouts Neck, Steps to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Prouts Neck, Steps to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prouts Neck, Steps to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Prouts Neck, Steps to the Beach located?

This family-friendly Scarborough holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Prouts Neck and Scarborough Beach State Park. Western Beach and Ferry Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Aug 2023

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

5 stars

Five stars for the location on a flower lined dead-end street with quick access to a pristine and very private beach. Five stars for attention to details. Host efficiently answered my many questions. The house was tastefully decorated and had everything we needed and more. Last, it is not only a people friendly neighborhood but a dog friendly one too. Can’t imagine a more beautiful dog park than Prouts Neck Beach. We loved watching dogs swimming in the sea. The Merrill house is a keeper!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

13 Aug 2023

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

Garrison Lane Scarborough

Excellent in all respects: perfect location, steps from the beach. Cottage is charming and comfortable, and well stocked with everything one would need.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie R., NY

7 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful house close to the beach

Perfect location a short walk away from Scarborough beach. Ferry beach as well as the cliff walk around Prouts Neck are also within a 15 min walk. The house is very comfortable with lots of games and puzzles for rainy days. One bedroom with its own bathroom is on the ground floor which was great for my mom (85). At one point we had 9 people and it didn’t feel crowded. Plenty of beach towels and linens. The outdoor shower was also great to get the younger kids showered as soon as we came back from the beach. Highly recommend especially for extended families. The AC was a bonus for our one hot night.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee S., Pinehurst, NC

24 July 2022

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

Fabulous rental

Well equipped, plenty of room. We loved it. Great location! Owner was great in communicating.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

17 July 2022

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

A break from it all

We completely enjoyed our stay on Prouts Neck. This house is old fashioned in all the best ways. Perfectly sleeping quarters for our crew, wonderful, simple kitchen, bright, airy living room, and just the right outdoor space. The walk to the beach is short, and the beach itself is perfect. It was a perfect home away from home for the week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike

We had fun at this nearby Kennebunkport Gallery and were back at the beach after lunch. Our sons are the family's 5th and 6th generation in this sweet home.

Why they chose this property

This great beach home has been in our family since 1937 and has been lovingly maintained and modernized. We have painted wood floors. Everything you need to be modern, to be comfortable..IS modern. We will NOT contact you to RE-RENT. PLEASE...we want you to be happy...remember to book as SOON as possible for the next year to try to make sure nobody else 'takes it'. This HAS been a problem!!! Protect your week(s).

What makes this property unique

We have a wonderful wood stove insert for additional ambience (though the new heating system is more than sufficient) . We have an outdoor shower (with hot water) to rinse the salt from bathing suits when you're not yet ready to call it a day. We have a garage but it's not for cars. Go look. Washer and dryer are new and conveniently, in the kitchen.

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