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Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation!

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Quaint, Quiet, Peaceful & Picturesque!
The Getaway-new rock wall, patio, lamp-post & rap-around red cedar deck! Enjoy!
Bedroom 1, Full Bed, Bright and Cheery, Hardwood Floors
Enjoy composing a few lines with a schooner by your side in the Flip Flop Room!
The View from The Flip Flop Bedroom - High Tide!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal
  • Place, State Theatre
  • Place, Thompson's Point
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation!

Quaint, Quiet, Peaceful and Picturesque - The Getaway - An Adorable Cottage steps from a Private Maine Beach. Sitting on a Beautiful Cove, this 2-Story Cottage was meant for Seaside Relaxation and Oceanside Recreation.

Enjoy coffee and tea as you awake in the morning on The Getaway's new red cedar wrap-around deck on Beautiful and Comfortable white Adirondack Rocking Chairs with gorgeous views of the Foreside waterfront. You are steps from the beach if you want to catch the sunrise and enjoy the herons, ducks and water lapping at your footsteps! You and your family and guests can also enjoy the The new Granite Lamp-Post and Patio with Adirondack Chairs, Flowers, Mini-Gardens and Lawn with Gorgeous Views of the Pleasure Boats around and about Falmouth Foreside Harbor. Explore the Beautiful Calendar Islands of Casco Bay by Ferry. Kayak and Paddle Board about the Picturesque Foreside, Beach Activities all day long or grab an Old-Fashioned Novel from the Bookcase and Enjoy!

The theme in the smaller first bedroom with a full bed, bureau and desktop with great views is and is called The Flip-Flop Room! So bring your sandals, lay back and enjoy the views!

The larger Bedroom has a queen bed and twin bed with nautical themes and great views - perfect for that relaxing Breakfast-in-Bed! The Living Room has a queen/sofa bed and newly added white Rocking Chairs which can be pulled out onto the outdoor deck! The Dollhouse has Bunk Beds, Beach Balls, Books and a Closet full of Toys for the Kids to enjoy!

But then wait ... You may want to catch walking, jogging or biking ... On The Panoramic Foreside ... and stop by to visit the famous Town Landing Market for Maine Provisions. There you can rent kayaks, canoes and paddleboards for the beach. A mooring is available at The Getaway if you are arriving by boat or have company visiting from the Harbor!

Lobsters anyone!?! The Getaway has a large fully stocked kitchen with a microwave and dishwasher. There is seating for 6 at the sunny dining room table as well as a Kitchen Island with stools for comfort. The Island is fully stocked with paper and plastic for munching on the Beach!

There is a Weber gas grill with all utensils as well as a Weber charcoal grill for guests who must "thrill to the grill." Wood provided for beach barbecues!

WiFi, Internet, a phone and three flat screen TVs located in the kitchen, living room and master bedroom along with a Blue Ray DVD and a Sony Radio/CD player are there for your pleasure.

Portland, the new 'Foodie Capital,' just minutes away, is renowned for some of the Best Restaurants on the East Coast. Visit the Old Port where Shopping, Local Fare, Pubs and Restaurants is extremely popular. Pro Baseball (The Seadogs), Beautiful Museums,
L.L. Bean and Outlet Shopping all just minutes away from The Getaway on The Foreside.

Come and Visit The Getaway and Enjoy Maine, the Way Life Should Be!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Childrens Library, Toys in the "The Dollhouse"
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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

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 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Falmouth

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Falmouth Foreside, a neighbourhood in Falmouth. Clay Play and Maine Jewish Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Gilsland Farm Audubon Center, or check out an event or a game at Merrill Auditorium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Falmouth, ME

What's nearby

  • East End Beach - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
  • State Theatre - 12 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Thompson's Point - 13 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 13 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sicilian Table - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal River Grill House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanside Cottage On A Beautiful Private Beach - Enjoy Your Maine Vacation! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Falmouth Foreside cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Casco Bay and Sturdivant Island. Mackworth Island State Park and Gilsland Farm Audubon Center are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great owners and a great time! Hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryJane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was located In a area that made travel to see all of the cities and towns and sight seeing things we wanted to visit. We had a great time there. It was a very enjoyable and relaxing vacation.The view from the front deck was stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

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

Maine Family Trip

Wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Trish T.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
We were a little disappointed that the location of the house did not give us the view that was shown in the pictures. The view we had was the side of the house next door and not the water view like the pictures. You had to go outside and down the street to get that view. It was a little deceiving. Also the seating in the living room was cramped and uncomfortable...too much stuff in one room. All in all it was too expensive for what we got. Sorry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy g.

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

Great Location

Loved being so close to the ocean and walking distance to Town Landing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Maine beach house

Stay was great. Just as expected, and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Perfect Maine getaway!

We had the best time during our stay. We loved the location as a jumping off point to easily get into Portland and up the coast, and then we came home in the afternoon to enjoy the beach and dinner on the deck looking out at the ocean. We would love to stay here again... for longer next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

william w.

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

Ocean view

Very nice Oceanview cottage with All the amenities you need. Toys, games dvds tor kids made it A good feel at home place. Everything you would need For a oceanview getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bruce J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely disappointed. Bathroom downstairs, beds up very narrow, steep stairs. Very dusty & cluttered, no room for any personal items. Laundry in unfinished basement with cobwebs & more clutter. Only way into house up several flights of stairs. Chairs, floors falling apart. Couldn’t sleep on sofa in living room due to nasty stains, bedbugs & trash. So we purchased a blowup mattress & only stayed one night. Not a good fit for senior citizens. House needs a good cleaning & get rid of worn out furniture. We didn’t ask enough questions before booking. Will probably never use Vrbo again. Just can’t trust pics & descriptions. Only view of bay was 3rd floor or one outside chair. Great view of several houses next door & sounds of dump trucks rebuilding rock walls. Overwhelming bad experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

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

Falmouth stay

Val is a great host. She contacted us several times to be sure everything was in order. We did not use it but there is a charming tiny cabin by the front door with bunk beds for kids sleepover. The location is in a quiet neighborhood but only minutes from Portland.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Great vacation spot

We had a great vacation. Beautiful spot near the water! Loved eating on deck with view of the water. The owners were super helpful with their suggestions for fun. Left us a lot of surprise goodies in the fridge. House was better stocked in supplies than any house I have ever rented. We had great vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Amazing location and equally great hosts

My family loved the location of this very well provisioned home! The hosts are incredibly helpful and offered to help us with our sightseeing options. They were very accessible and responsive. The house has everything - I mean, everything! Plenty of towels, things for kids and adults alike and everything you need for a Maine lobster dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Karin W.

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

Pit Stop for the food!

Our stay was fabulous! Val and Jim are spot on hosts and will help you with whatever you may need. The home is perfect for a family that is ok with close quarters. All of the beds (in the home) are in ‘mostly’ the same space upstairs. The one room that could be ‘private’ needs to have the door open due to temperature and no air conditioning in the room. However, we were traveling in July. Most likely other times of the year that room would be perfect for some privacy. I will say the beds are not super comfy however everything else was clean, we were well provided for and if we needed anything Val sent Jim right over and he took care of anything that needed attention. I highly recommend this home for a small family, a close group of friends that are ok with close quarters or just a space for a beautiful respite. The beach area is fabulous for a quick ‘cold plunge’ in the ocean. You can jump off the pier at high tide and swim back to shore! It’s an experience. The local Town Landing Market is such a great spot. The employees are kind and they carry the BEST blueberries and a lovely wine selection. I LOVE THIS AREA and HOME, AND WILL BE BACK.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location and Hosts, Querky Property

We enjoyed our stay. My 86 year old parents managed the steep stairs between the uptairs bedrooms and main-floor, and only bathroom. While charming, the interior needs a refresh. Interesting caulk job around the tub. The hosts are very kind and informative. Also, they greeted us with some nice surprises.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Cozy Maine Getaway!

We spent five nights at this cozy cottage and enjoyed every minute! We have stayed in many rental properties over the years, but Val & Jim were, by far, the most thoughtful and helpful hosts we’ve experienced. They had special treats waiting for us upon our arrival and gave great tips for places to visit. When we noticed a hole in one of the kayaks on our first day, Jim was there the same day and not only patched it, but brought us another kayak to use as well! We especially enjoyed the access to the beach and using the paddle boards, kayaks and fishing poles. It was nice having flown in to not have to worry about linens, towels, and many other toiletries- pretty much everything was provided. Thank you for your hospitality, Jim & Val!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location! Cute house and wonderful hosts! We loved our stay in Maine and would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Walt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
While we found the house clean it was very cluttered with unnecessary stuff. Bedrooms on the 2nd floor and bathroom on the first floor. The stairs to get to the bedrooms were rather steep and narrow. The fact that the bathroom and bedrooms were not on the same floor should have been noted in the description. We would not have stayed there. The view of the small beach/water was very limited. Quite disappointing because that is why we stayed on the coast of Maine. We also saw info about a fire pit but couldn’t find it on the property. All in all, disappointing. On the plus side the house was fully equipped in the kitchen and plenty of blankets to keep us warm.
This is our primary problem with the house.
This view from the front porch was not What we envisioned from the owners description.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon (Shana) W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is a house filled with character and plenty to keep you busy on rainy days. The kitchen was great with every kind of dish or pan you’d ever need. They had spices galore which was very helpful. There were plenty of ideas for visiting the area and plenty to do if it rained -games and books! The location was wonderful with a beach a few steps away. We watched a super moon rise one night and I took photos of a sunrise that was an amazing experience. The only things that were a bit tricky were the stairs upstairs and the basement was a bit dark and basement like. It was where the washer and dryer were but both worked well.
1st morning sunrise.
Dock st sunrise which was available for our use.
Flowers were a nice addition
View from deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginga M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the cutest bayside cottage, nestled in a quiet neighborhood of beautifully appointed homes. The getaway is so relaxing, with the bay right there to get lost in its beauty and wonderful outdoor places to sit and exhale. We spent a lot of time here just breathing in the crisp fresh air & sipping coffee while listening to the gentle waves lapping, the birds chatting, the wind whispering, the brook water bubbling and the windchimes lightly playing a beachside tune. We took advantage of the kayaks, and rocking chairs quite a bit. It was so nice that we didn't want to leave. But when we did, we found it was close to everything in New England that we wanted to explore on our first time here. Lighthouse & Leaf Peeping! Inside this getaway is everything you need to feel at home. There is a fully stocked & very clean kitchen, including a bottle of wine, bottled water, spices and everything you need to cook and serve a gourmet meal or a lobster feast. The bathroom (downstairs) was very clean and had everything you need. The bedrooms (upstairs) allowed for privacy, restful sleep, and had plenty of clean linens, blankets and pillows, with the beds fully made when we arrived. The host does not expect you to wash your morning dishes or strip or make the beds before you check out, which is a nice bonus when trying to get out the door to catch a flight. The host is very easy to chat with and so nice. We will for sure stay at this lovely place if we find ourselves in Maine again.
View of bay from deck
View of woods from deck
2 Kayaks and more to play on the bay
Pano of the bay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and cozy! Would absolutely stay here again. The location was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vintage charm, incredible location, and family friendly! Our family of 4 with kids ages 7 and 10 thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Close enough to Portland to explore for the day, but a world away in a quiet seaside setting. Our family enjoyed using the kayaks and SUPs, although a few smaller life jackets would have been beneficial, as well as swimming at high tide and exploring the beach for creatures and treasures at low tide. The queen bed, full bed, and twin bed are essentially in a shared space upstairs, and were adequately comfortable. There is one window AC unit upstairs and one downstairs, which kept the house sufficiently cool, in addition to available fans. We ate most meals st the house and found that the kitchen was well equipped. We also made use of the laundry in the basement. Our kids appreciated the good WiFi and board games. I enjoyed having my morning coffee on the front deck. Beers and a treat in the fridge at arrival were a nice touch! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia K.

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

Lovely space right on the water

We loved the space! It was exactly as listed. We ended up not using the smaller space because there was no AC and the windows don't open but we enjoyed the main house. The owners clearly put a lot of thought into the amenities and we found it well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely view from the deck! We sat on the sun reading a lot, but also walked nearby trails and visited family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute home in beautiful location! Well stocked and hosts were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie M.

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

Friend get away

It was quiet. Short distance from the ocean parking was tight but the cottage was exactly as pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Val and Jim Stefanski

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Welcome to The Getaway! We are both lifelong residents of Maine: Val originally born and bred in Portland and graduating from UMO in Orono; Jim a Skowhegan football alum with a track, basketball, and baseball record; then went on to graduate as a Marine Engineer from Maine Maritime Academy! We enjoy traveling the world but still gravitate to our own little spot in Falmouth Foreside! Please join us as we make your vacation one to remember in Maine!

Why they chose this property

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What makes this property unique

Just steps away from a beautiful private beach with abundant ocean views; walk, bike or jog picturesque Rt. 88 on the Foreside; minutes away from the City of Portland, Baxter Boulevard and 'foodie haven' Restaurants!

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