Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit
Enjoy all that Maine's South Coast has to offer while you stay in charming 'Salt & Light' cottage located at the beginning of the Nubble. It is just minutes from Long and Short Sands Beaches, Ellis Park gazebo concerts, playground overlooking the ocean and quaint York Beach Center & Zoo (all less than a 10 min walk). Three bedrooms include 2 with queens and one with 2 twins, all have blackout curtains. There are 1.5 bathrooms plus an outdoor shower perfect for rinsing off sandy bodies and feet.
The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a 5-burner gas range, a beverage fridge, and an air fryer oven. This home has hardwood floors throughout (except Master has a wool carpet), lots of light, wonderful ocean breezes, and is meticulously maintained.
The beautifully landscaped yard has a deck with a dining table (6 chairs) and the patio is furnished with comfortable patio furniture, there is a pop-up canopy for shade, a gas grill, and a cozy fire pit (wood can be bought at Hannaford's, Anthony's, or in the town).
Linens are provided and include bath towels, beach towels, sheets, bath mats, and dish towels.
Beach chairs and a beach buggy are provided in the gray resin shed next to the wood one in the backyard.
The house is rented on a weekly basis during the summer, (Saturday to Saturday, with a couple of exceptions, see calendar), and 3+ nights in the low season. We do not allow pets, smoking of any kind, or parties.
'Foodies' will enjoy being a 15-minute drive to the famous and delicious restaurants in Ogunquit/Perkin's Cove/Cape Neddick. Make your reservations early! York is also the headquarters of 'Stonewall Kitchen' which offers fun cooking classes, shopping, and a café.
Kids will enjoy watching saltwater taffy being made at Goldenrod's Kisses and all will enjoy delicious Maine lobster and seafood at the many area restaurants. Take a scenic walk around the Nubble and enjoy Dunne's ice cream.
Outlet shopping is 20 minutes south on Rt. 1 in Kittery and antiquing is in Cape Neddick on Route 1 North. Essex, MA, the antiquing capital of the East Coast, is also only 50 minutes away. Essex is also the home of 'Woodman's' where the fried clam was created. They are the best and gluten-free.
Drive up scenic Rt. 1A to view Maine's majestic coast, tour historic Portsmouth, NH, take a day trip to Boston, feed animals at York's Wild Animal Kingdom, take an early morning run along Long Sands Beach, enjoy an evening concert at the Ellis Park Gazebo, attend a play at the Ogunquit Play House, walk along York Harbor's Cliff Walk or Ogunquit's Marginal Way or relax on the beach or in the back yard - Salt & Light provides the perfect vacation for your family & friends.
Keywords: beach, charming, convenient location, yard, family, walkable,
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Lower outside umbrellas and lock outdoor shower
Turn off air conditioners
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
York Beach
Located in York Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Market Square is a notable landmark, 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. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 24 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Anthony's Food Shop - 7 min drive
Cumberland Farms - 9 min drive
York Beach Beer Company - 7 min walk
Greenleaves - 8 min drive
Bagel Basket - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit?
As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit on 2 May 2026 start from AU$531, 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 Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Nubble Cottage, Minutes to Beaches on a Family Street w/Fire Pit located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We loved our week at the Nubble Cottage. The house has beautiful gardens and a wonderful back yard with three seating areas including a fire pit. Very comfortable and private. The location was very convenient close to both long and short beaches as well as an easy drive to Rte 1 and attractions. Bonnie is terrific!
We had a great time. It’s walking distance to downtown York, Nubble light house, and short sands beach. The living room is perfect to relax and watch tv. I would recommend staying here.
This is a very cute house with all we needed as a family of 3. Great location, great deck, great kitchen in a quiet neighborhood but close enough to walk to both beaches and restaurants. We found the stay comfortable. They were very thoughtful to let us in a bit early when a storm rolled in for shelter from the beach. We would definitely stay here again.
We loved our stay at this home. The kitchen was amazing stocked with all the essentials. The gardens are beautiful. Enjoyed relaxing in the back yard in the afternoon on the patio. We enjoyed walking to the beaches and in town, while enjoying a nice quiet, and friendly neighborhood. Can not wait to return to this home in the future.
This comfortable, private home was just perfect for our mothers’ and daughters’ weekend away. The outside sitting area choices were perfect for reconnecting throughout the day and the kitchen and living room were just right for playing games in the evening. We all agreed it was just what we needed to feel refreshed and reconnected.
House and property are exactly as advertised. A few minutes’ walk to either Short Sands or Long Sands. Great little private backyard with deck, grill, patio and fire pit for relaxing after a day at the beach! Outdoor shower was a bonus! Nice, quiet residential area.
We all loved this house. Its in a perfect location and is exactly as described. Owner was very responsive to our questions. We love York Maine and if we decide to come back next year this will be my first choice and would definitely recommend this property to our friends and family.
This property has everything a family needs. It’s in a prime spot within walking distance to both Long and short Sands beaches. Beds are comfortable and all amenities listed are perfect. Bonnie is very responsive to questions and very helpful. Being from York originally, I feel very confident that anyone will be happy with this property. Looking forward to our visit next year. 😉🌞 Sandy Woods
This home was more than I could have ever expected!! Extremely comfortable and quaint inside. Very clean bathroom, which is an indicator of how clean this home was throughout. The host, Bonnie was extremely courteous and took great strides to make this home comfortable; she was also very responsive when I reached out to her. Also, very close to beaches! There is no doubt I would rent this property again. Thank you Bonnie!!
We had a great week-long stay at this beautiful home. The location was extremely convenient as it was within walking distance to both long and short sands. The home had everything we could ask for, and then some. Tons of kitchen and grilling utensils! The chairs and beach buggy were super helpful in the shed. We loved enjoying coffee under the umbrella on the deck or sitting under the canopy on the patio. Communication with the host was spotty until we exchanged phone numbers, which was great. The only odd thing was when using the outdoor shower, we noticed the neighbors sitting on the deck next to us. It was a little odd that we could make direct eye contact with them as they were not too far away. Besides that, our stay was great!
The place was very clean and walking distance to Short Sands and downtown York. It also has everything you need - well stocked kitchen and towels, etc. Perfect for our girls weekend away!
We had a short vacation with 4 adults and 2 yr. Old twins. The host was responsive, polite and attentive. The house was just as described, we spend lots of time on the deck and the kids had enough space in the yard to run around! Great place that we would love to visit again!
This place was perfect for our first stay in york, me. It fit us wonderfully and had everything we needed. It was just far enough away but also super close to both beaches. Clean and fully stocked.
Owner was quick to respond to any questions. If my family didn't just grow by 2 more feet this week.. we would def stay here again!
We enjoyed our stay in Maine very much. The house was very clean and well equipped. We were a little disappointed that there was no dining room and the kitchen got very hot even with a ceiling fan. We were lucky with the weather and we were able to eat our meals on the back deck in the lovely garden. Overall, it was a great stay.
We loved staying here for the second time! The property is just as bright and spacious as before. The landscaping and patio updates are lovely and made for fantastic al fresco dinners. Our 6 year old son and 2 year old toddler also enjoyed the space - and the red wagon was such a help on our walks to the beach. Although it was hot the week we went, the house is very well ventilated and we barely had to use air conditioning (but when we did it was nice and chilly!). And one night we had a fire in the Solo stove and s’mores with the kids; our son said that it was the best night of the summer. This is a fantastic location - so close to the beach and also, tucked into a peaceful, pretty neighborhood. Perfect for a family getaway!
Check in was very easy and the location was amazing. It was great to be within walking distance of the beach and other places like the Nubble lighthouse. Our host was very responsive and provided a lot of helpful information prior to our arrival. It was our first time in York and we will definitely like to return in the future.
Stayed here with four friends for a beach weekend to celebrate an upcoming wedding. Super cute house - awesome outdoor space. Perfect for a beach weekend. Has everything you could need - porch seating, fire pit, outdoor shower, chairs, and stocked kitchen. Bonnie is a wonderful host too!
Easy communication minor problems quickly addressed
Perfect location and size for our needs. Lots of amenities we hardly had the chance to use. We only ever showered outside! Minor issues were easy to communicate and addresses promptly. We would definitely re-book.
Timothy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Bonnie Pierce
While we reside in Washington, DC we have enjoyed vacationing in York for many years.
Why they chose this property
Great location, close to beaches and town, on a quiet street with a nice yard.
What makes this property unique
One level, great for kids or seniors, and an easy walk to two beaches.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests