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DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach

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Pool
Exterior
Living area
Dining
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Wells, ME
  • Place, Bette-Jean's
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ogunquit Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach

This lovely cottage is comfortable, clean, and well supplied. The layout includes two bedrooms, a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and screened-in porch. The property borders the beautiful Rachel Carson and Laudholm Farm wildlife preserves. The expansive lawn stretches down to the salt marsh. Enjoy the large, solar-heated swimming pool (open mid-June to mid-September), picnic tables, and grills, or a leisurely walk around the grounds. Cottage In The Lane offers guests a combination of quiet and convenience, located just under one mile from one of Southern Maine's most beautiful beaches. Drakes Island Beach itself has no commercial establishments on it, yet within a few miles, you can enjoy shopping, fine dining, and the quaint fishing villages of Ogunquit and Kennebunkport.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
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
Check-out instructions are posted on the information sheet on the living room wall in your cottage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The pool is for registered overnight guests only. No day visitors allowed.
Quiet hours are from 9:30 p.m. until 8 a.m.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 31884vb
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
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

Wells

Located in Wells, this cottage is near a water park and by the sea. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wells Beach and Moody Beach. Bette-Jean's and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Wells, ME

What's nearby

  • Bette-Jean's - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wells Beach - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Marginal Way - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 15 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 11 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smoke - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach?

As of 15 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach on 19 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,718, 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.

Is DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DRAKES ISLAND ROAD COTTAGE on nature preserve, one mile to beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, Bette-Jean's and Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms. York Hospital - Wells and Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela p.

Wonderful stay

Cottage was immaculate, comfortable and quite. Excellent location. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

Quiet and peaceful

Nice two bedroom cottage. Well equipped with everything we needed. It was clean and neat and very quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

Perfect one week family vacation.

Our cottage was very clean, the bed was comfortable and the compound was exactly a one mile walk from the beach. Sue was very kind and helpful. Since we had just picked one child up from camp, the coin-op laundry was a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Carol K.

unusually spacious grounds

beautiful grounds & views of the estuary marshes. Quiet, starry nights, awesome close by beaches, an oasis of peacefulness. I will return with more of my family and friends.

About the host

Hosted by Laura Legere

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We are third-generation owners of the business our grandparents and parents built, beginning in the 1950s. We were raised on the property and love running a small family business, as well as being stewards of the cottages and the protected tidal wetland that we overlook. Some of our returning quests are families that have been coming to stay with us for four generations.

Why they chose this property

It is 'off the beaten path'. It has beautiful, uncrowded, peaceful green areas and yet is just one mile from the ocean.

What makes this property unique

We are small and quiet. We have decided to retain our green space and not over develop the property.

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