Oceanfront Dog Friendly Apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

South Portland, ME

Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This unique ocean side two-bedroom unit in a lovely Victorian home at The Willard Beach House is just 20 feet from the ocean.Our beach is a quiet, sandy, mile long neighborhood beach on Casco Bay, with views to the islands, lighthouses and the ship channel. Watch the lobster boats, ferries and yachts as well as beautiful sailboats, luxury liners as they enter and leave Portland Harbor. You can see Springpoint Light and the Portland Headlight, the most photographed lighthouse in the country.

Take the Oceanside green belt right outside our door to local bistros, seafood restaurants, and two lighthouses. For breakfast, walk to Scratch Bakery for one of their famous homemade bagels as described in the New York Times and other goodies. Enjoy a 3 mile round trip walk past Spring Point Light to Bug Light and back. On the way, enjoy the World War II dedication to the liberty ships that were built in Bug Light park. On your way back, stop in at the South Portland Historical Society located just outside Bug Light Park. Relax on our front porch in one of the rockers and watch the boat traffic on the water and the people and dogs having fun on Willard Beach.

This unit comes with two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with a full size bed. There is a full bath as well. Washer and dryer is available and a fully applianced kitchen.

Weekly stays only from Saturday to Saturday.

Downtown Portland and the Old Port with their wonderful restaurants, shops and entertainment are only 10 minutes away and easily accessible over the Casco Bay Bridge. For world class shopping and bargains take I-295 north to Freeport, home of L.L. Bean or south to Kittery which offers miles of outlet shops. Outstanding summer theater is available an easy 45 minute drive to Ogunquit or Brunswick.

After a busy day, relax in our beautifully landscaped backyard. We offer a gas grill for your use.

We can assist you with suggestions to meet your interests and lead you to the best lobster spots around.

Available July through August.

Keywords: On Casco Bay in South Portland. Dog Friendly. All modern conveniences.

Property manager

Judith Cooper

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All dogs must do their "thing" at a designated area across the street from the property.

Our backyard is not fenced in. Dogs cannot run loose. Sorry.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Portland

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Willard, a neighbourhood in South Portland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mackworth Island State Park and Little John Island Preserve, while Thompson's Point and South Portland Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Arena or Merrill Auditorium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

South Portland, ME

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 17 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

DiMillo's On the Water - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Luke's Lobster Portland Pier - 7 min drive
The Porthole - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Dog Friendly Apartment pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Dog Friendly Apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Dog Friendly Apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Dog Friendly Apartment located?

Located in Willard, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre, just steps away from Casco Bay and Willard Beach. Southern Maine Community College and Fort Preble are also within 15 minutes.

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jerome S.

10 Aug 2023

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

A Timeout From Life

My family and I had a pleasant relaxing time at this property, The owners were welcoming and friendly they provided helpful information and recommendations of the South Portland/Portland surrounding areas. Between the beach, walking/biking trails, breweries, and restaurants there was plenty to explore.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy I.

14 Aug 2022

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

Great week at a great location

I didn't realize what a lovely neighborhood Willard Beach is! I felt like I was walking in a pretty painting of Maine every day. Even with a mixed bag of weather, each day and night was beautiful on the beach. Darrell (host) was great, responsive to requests and questions, made a big effort to help my dog feel welcome (her first beach vacation!). The house is comfortable, the garden spectacular, the beach ridiculously nice and very close. Location very close to Old Port for a fun day or two of window shopping and lunch. I look forward to returning!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hillary G.

9 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Great place for a family

Relaxing beautiful area great back yard. Owners are very accommodating. Could use updating, peeling paint in bathroom etc. Blinds could be cordless and updated easier to use. We could have used another fan (we did not use air conditioning) Also, we did not have any check in instructions. I think this was an honest mistake. Wouldn’t hold it against them. Definitely recommend! We will likely go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

A. S.

12 July 2022

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

Amazing location close to the beach!!

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The location is literally steps from the beach! It’s a discreet, side entrance to the beach, so it’s never crowded or loud. We were able to fall asleep and wake up to the sound of the waves and visit the beach easily throughout the day. The rental has a nice layout so everyone is able to have some space. The back yard is a beautiful garden, very spacious with plenty of spots to play and dine. The hosts are very welcoming and kind, while still offering the convenience of contactless check-in and check-out. We’re so grateful for such a memorable vacation and hope to return again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jessica P.

26 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A Huge Disappointment

We rented the apartment pictured in the listing (unit 2), but were placed in a different unit without notification (unit 1). Unit 1 was filthy with dust, human hair, stained carpets, a greasy kitchen, and ant infestation in the kitchen and bathroom. Our toddler dropped a cookie crumb and ants swarmed it as they do on the sidewalk. There were no curtains in the main bedroom so with the bright street light right outside the window, it was difficult to sleep. Also, we had to wake up at sunrise. We felt like we were in a really slummy college apartment. It was just gross. When we complained to Darrell, his solution was to put baking soda all over the floor to kill the ants. Weird. Then he offered us the unit across the hall (unit 2) because the tenant had just vacated that day (Monday). We were desperate with our infant and toddler and decided to accept. We then realized that unit 2 was the apartment we had ACTUALLY rented and it was not even available for the first two nights of our stay! These owners don’t have their rentals professionally cleaned between tenants. They change the sheets on the beds, that’s it. We spent hours cleaning the second filthy apartment in a desperate attempt to save our vacation. We had so much baby gear with our two little kids, trying to find a new rental and moving would be nearly impossible. And because this awful apartment was an improvement from the even worse apartment, our perception was probably distorted. So we sucked it up and tried to sweep and vacuum up all the dog hair that covered everything including the beds. We cleaned the fridge, removed the mold covered bath mat, cleaned the tub, and scrubbed the layers of dog spit off the kitchen floor. We bought toilet paper, hand soap, paper towels, and sponges. All of which weren’t provided!!! We set up the pack and plays again and tried to make the best of it. We should have just left from the beginning. We stayed in Unit 2 for four nights until we realized that lead paints chips were blowing in from the window sills and littering the carpet. The house is in disrepair and most of the windows didn’t even open. The paint is badly chipping and clearly lead, as it’s an old home. Very dangerous with young children especially because the apartments never get properly cleaned and are full of dust. This is when we freaked out and left. Moved to a hotel for our last night. Darrell refunded 1/3 of our stay. His wife Judith was rude and unwelcoming. Bad people.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Judith Cooper

We live in one of the units and make an effort to assist our visitors in making their stay a memorable stay. We have many guests who return year after year. We hope you will be one of them.

Why they chose this property

We love the ocean and the beach. We enjoy meeting people from other areas of the country and the world.

What makes this property unique

You can step out the door and be on the beach or the green beltway which skirts the ocean for a 3 mile walk. You pass lighthouses and unique bistros and restaurants featuring fresh lobsters and other goodies.
visit Scratch Bakery just a 10 minute walk which features home made bagels, Scartch was written up in The New York Times. Once you taste their bagels, you won't want to leave.
We are situated in a quiet neighborhood setting with a beach. Perfect!

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