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Two minute walk to Short Sands Beach!

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Just steps away from beautiful Short Sands Beach, named one of the top beaches.
Living area
Seating for six at dining table and two at breakfast bar.
The condo is very close to Short Sands Beach, a family-friendly beach.
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 481.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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York Beach, ME
  • Short Sands Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Long Sands Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Two minute walk to Short Sands Beach!

Clean and bright two-bedroom condo right in the heart of York Beach, Maine.

Short Sands beach is right down the block – walk out the driveway and you can see the waves.

The unit includes two off-street parking spots, right outside the back door. This condo is on two floors (bedrooms and full bath are on second floor). Sorry, but pets are not allowed. No smoking or vaping, either.

The first floor includes a kitchen stocked with microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, hand soap, paper towels, dishwasher detergent, and cleaning supplies. There are two counter-height stools at the counter. The attached dining room includes a table that seats six. The living room has two couches and a 42” LCD television and a DVD player. The living room opens up to a private patio, with outdoor seating for four, and a gas BBQ. There is one A/C unit downstairs.

The first floor also features a half-bath and coat closet.

Upstairs, there are two bedrooms and an adjoining outside deck. Enjoy coffee on the second-floor deck each morning. Master bedroom includes a queen-size bed and LCD television. The second bedroom contains two twin beds, a dresser, and tv. Both bedrooms include window air-conditioners, and large closets. The bathroom has a bath/shower and a double sink. A stacked full-size washer and dryer are housed off of the upstairs hallway.

Families will enjoy the activities nearby:
Nubble Light
Goldenrod
Long Sands Beach
Walking over the Wiggly Bridge
Dunne's Ice Cream
Walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit Beach
Outlet shopping in Kittery
Movie nights under the stars in Prescott Park, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
The Maine Diner is 12 miles north on Route 1.

For adults, the condo is close to two golf courses, the Ogunquit Playhouse, antiquing, and fine dining.

York Beach and Maine’s southern coast has something for everybody!

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Enjoy everything that Southern Maine has to offer:

Short Sands beach is family-friendly, with lifeguards and bathrooms.

Fun-O-Rama – Take the kids to play skee ball!

The playground is right next to the beach and has a lot to offer the youngest children.

Listen to live bands at the Gazebo nightly.

Stroll through York Beach and watch taffy being made at Goldenrod.

Property manager

Moira

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Pets are NOT permitted in condo. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT permitted in condo or on deck

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. Nubble Lighthouse and Market Square are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing, power boating and sailing adventures can be found near the property.
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York Beach, ME

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Perkins Cove - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stonewall Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stones Throw - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two minute walk to Short Sands Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two minute walk to Short Sands Beach! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two minute walk to Short Sands Beach! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two minute walk to Short Sands Beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of York's Wild Kingdom and Short Sands Beach. Long Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Great relaxing weekend with friends!

Everything was great, had zero issues with checking in or finding the condo. The location was perfect and within a walking distance to everything near short sands beach. Thanks for a great weekend, Moira
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbi M.

perfect spot!

My 79 year old mother and I stayed at this condo last week and it was perfect! Moira was in contact with us prior to the week we rented, she was very easy to work with and responded to my emails almost immediately. The condo was spotless and well equipped for our stay. We brought our own beach chairs but there are a few included in the condo (they looked brand new!) and we used the beach buggy (also included) every day for the one minute walk it took to get to the beach. There are 3 other condos in the complex but it was very quiet while we were there. There are 2 parking spots for this condo (which is rare) so there was a spot for our daily visitors. My mom is already talking about renting for 2 weeks next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Family Vacation

We’ve been coming to York Beach for years and upon trying to find a new rental we were lucky enough to come across Moira’s. It was clean, comfortable, had everything you could need to feel like you were home and the location was fantastic!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location near short sands beach in York. Check in was easy and the host was very friendly and available if we needed anything. I travelled with my wife, our young daughter and my parents. Plenty of room for everyone, the bedrooms were located upstairs, with plenty of room downstairs in the living area and kitchen and some outdoor space on a small deck and patio. The condo is walkable to short sands beach and all the restaurants/shops downtown along with the zoo. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

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

Convenient to everything

It was a short walk to the beach, restaurants & shops. Quiet neighborhood. Nice private patio with table, umbrellas, bbq grill, etc. We were surprised at everything that was provided in the condo! Just bring your sheets & towels!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kristen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great proximity to the beach and very easy to walk to the beach and downtown with young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Location couldn’t be better!

The location is to die for - a short walk down the hill brings you to beautiful Short Sands Beach as well as downtown, where you’ll find shops and restaurants. The property has everything you need. It was clean and fully stocked. The beds are comfortable with the bedrooms being very good size, outdoor space, a grill, etc. We’re very happy with our choice to stay here and will consider staying again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

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

Loved our stay!

Loved the location and space. Perfect for our time in York Beach as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Great location!!

Great location to Short sands beach and all restaurants and stores. Can walk to every thing. The place was great for a family. Decent size kitchen, well stalked. Owner very informative. We had a great time? Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

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

Silver lining we found this little gem.

We have been going to York Beach for 13 years and have stayed at the same place. This year the timing did not work out. There is always a silver lining. We found this little gem instead. The location and the accommodations were perfect for our family. Thank you Moira. You made our new experience easy and wonderful. We hope to be able to return to make more cherished memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

So easy, right near the beach

Thanka for a great stay at your condo. Very easy access to the beach, and all the amenities need. Great to keep stocked on necessities in the kitchen so that everyone doesn't need get their own pepper!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

kristy b., Braintree

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

Maine Stay

I have been going to Maine since I was a young adolescent and I this was my best stay yet. I have stayed at many different hotels, cottages etc but this by far was my favorite. I highly recommend this property as it was within walking distance to any/all of your needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lois K., Hudson, Ohio USA

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

A Wonderful York Beach Hideaway

Great location, great accommodations and a great owner. Our 7th year coming back and hope to come back for many more years. Moira is great to work with and the condo is in such a great location. You just park the car and can walk everywhere for a fabulous vacation. The Beach puts on such a great show and its just a few steps away.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE R.

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

Just right Sumer vacation.

Very, very clean. Nice location short walk to Beach and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Love this condo...it is in the middle of where you want to be

This condo is spacious, and bright and clean with a nice breeze always flowing. It is located a quick walk to the beach or downtown, and yet it is quiet and peaceful. The condo itself is well stocked and any questions you may have the owners take care of right away. We have stayed here the last 5 years and always look forward to returning.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Beautiful and amazing value

We'll be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Patti F.

Perfect location

Attended a wedding at Union Bluff and was less than a 5 minute walk. Loved the private patio as well. Can’t get a better location than this v
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robin L H.

Great location, beautiful condo, very relaxing!

The property was nice and clean, equipped with everything you could possibly need to be comfortable. Awesome location, absolutely beautiful. Property owner is wonderful, so easy to work with. We hope to revisit in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lois K., Hudson, Ohio USA

York Beach Getaway - the best place to enjoy summer in Maine

This is our 7th season at the condo and we wouldn't think of going anywhere else. The condo is perfect. Close to the beach, very clean, everything you need to have a great time. What makes it so great is that Moira, the owner makes sure all is set for your arrival. You do not need to worry about anything. Our plans are to return and have another great vacations full of happy memories.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Wonderful!

Moira, the property owner was the perfect host. She could not have made check-in any easier. She left detailed instructions about everything and her what to do list was very helpful! The townhouse is in a perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Waynesboro, PA

Family vacation

A great spot! Close to everything. Our daughter loved it. We would definitely go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Great place

The condo was very clean & we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

this condo is fully equipped, spacious and clean, and located in the perfect place

My husband and I have enjoyed renting this condo for the last several years. It's very comfortable, clean, spacious. The condo is located a short walk to the beach and a short walk to downtown.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steph E.

Beautiful Home

Everything was wonderful! Excellent location and house so clean warm and perfect !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbi M.

perfect rental!

We stayed for 2 weeks and could not have asked for anything better. Perfect location for the short walk to the beach and downtown. Even though there are 3 other condos in the building, we did not hear anyone. Moira was very easy to work with. Everything we needed was included in the condo, just had to bring sheets and towels. Cant wait for next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Moira

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I have vacationed in York Harbor and York Beach almost every year since 1979. For years, our extended family rented a large house, first in York Harbor, then in York Beach. After spending so much time in Maine, we decided to purchase our own place.

Why they chose this property

We loved how close it is to town and to the beach. It's so easy for the kids to head back home from the beach for lunch or some quiet time. Going to watch the taffy pull at Goldenrod is something we do *every* time we are in town. It never gets old. I love watching the weddings on the Union Bluff's lawn every Friday and Saturday evening.

What makes this property unique

We love all that there is to do in York Beach and how close it is to Ogunquit and Portsmouth, NH.