A very short walk to Long Sands Beach....about 500 feet! As you walk on to the beach you will be near the center of Long Sands beach, just south of the Sun & Surf Restaurant. Great for families due to the amount of beach space, even at high tide, and the best crabbing and tide pooling in town at low tide! Perfect spot for walking or running along the beach as well. And a quick walk to some of the local restaurants or take the trolley to the Nubble Lighthouse or Short Sands Beach from the end of the street. Long Sands Surfing area is only a 10 minute walk away. Life guards on duty all summer.
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on the 30'x12' rear deck while enjoying the sounds & views of the ocean. Neighborhood is predominantly owner occupied. Extremely safe neighborhood. Dead end road with 10 houses.
Walk to: Beach, 'Down Town' (location of restaurants & shops), High School (location of grass fields, skateboard park, track, & tennis courts, high school baseball field), Little League Baseball Field, Nearby Restaurants (Sun & Surf, Lobster Cove, 'The blinkey cone')
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Freshly updated and full of coastal cottage charm, this easy beach escape is under half a mile from Long Sands Beach, with AC throughout, plenty of parking, and a Solo Stove firepit for laid-back nights outside—plus no weekly stay required.
York
Freshly updated and full of coastal cottage charm, this easy beach escape is under half a mile from Long Sands Beach, with AC throughout, plenty of parking, and a Solo Stove firepit for laid-back nights outside—plus no weekly stay required.
Assistance with laundry upon departure is required.
Guest will be required to provide address and sign rental agreement following booking. Rental agreement available upon request and after booking
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Property # 959165
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 and a first aid kit
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
York Beach
Located in York Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Market Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Short Sands Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Water Country, or check out an event or a game at York Golf and Tennis Club. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
‪Greenleaves - ‬6 min drive
‪Cumberland Farms - ‬5 min drive
‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac?
As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac on 11 Oct 2026 start from AU$928, 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 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is 1 Block to Beach -large deck overlooking beautiful yard - Cul-de-sac located?
This family-friendly York Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Long Sands Beach, York's Wild Kingdom and Cliff Walk. Old Gaol and Short Sands Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing location, modern well kept home, very nice host, very clean and very well stocked with all we needed. This is our second time at this property. We had a great time.
We had a wonderful time!! Great location, clean home with a nice deck! Even deer in the neighbor’s yard! Planning on coming back to this wonderful home.
We had such an amazing stay at this beautiful home for a weekend! The house was absolutely perfect for our group of 10, we fit comfortably with just one extra air mattress. The layout made it so easy for everyone to spend time together, whether we were cooking, doing crafts, eating meals around the table, or just relaxing and catching up.The kitchen was incredibly well stocked with cooking supplies, utensils, and everything we needed to make meals for a large group, which made hosting and staying in so easy and enjoyable. The home itself was, cozy, and had such a welcoming atmosphere.We also loved the location it was peaceful and private while still being only about 15 minutes from Portsmouth, so we got the best of both worlds: relaxing at the house and exploring the area.The only small downside was that guests are required to wash and dry their own bedding and towels before checkout, which was a bit inconvenient with a larger group. Aside from that, everything was wonderful and the stay exceeded our expectations.Overall, this was the perfect spot for a group getaway, and we would absolutely stay again. Highly recommend!
This property offered us a very good "sweet spot" for balancing distance from the beach without being too crazy expensive To. We have a three and a five year-old and if it was any farther away it would've been difficult. Any closer and we might not have wanted to spend the money. It was just right! Comfy beds too :-)
Wonderful house in a quiet neighborhood. Very clean and well maintained. Ideal for families or a group that wants some peaceful time together sharing some meals and conversation. Easy check-in and check-out.
We had a great time in York. The house was immaculate and the proximity to the beach was great for lots of short walks .Ed was great and very easy to contact
Very roomy, clean, well-stocked for our family of 10. Short walk to beach and very comfortable deck.
We would have been more comfortable if the bedrooms had bureaus or luggage racks.
Overall we would recommend this property.
Everything was perfect. We enjoyed our time at the home. There was 9 of us and fit us all. Close to beach but also quiet and relaxing. A big thumbs up!
Ginger C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Samantha C.
6 Sept 2018
Great house, great location!
We enjoyed our weekend at the York Beach house. Easy walk to the beach and a few restaurants with kids. The beach itself was beautiful. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable for our group. You can tell Ed has taken a lot of time to think of everything - including detailed instructions and FAQ. Thanks!
House exceeded our expectations! Ed responded to any and all questions quickly and personally. Communication between homeowner and renter can make or break any stay and Ed completely made this stay great!
Enjoyed the stay. Great location. Clean and spacious home. Ed was great communicator and had some nice local recommendations. Only knock would be on the cleaning requested prior to departure, which included not just stripping beds/towels but running thru washer and dryer. Seemed excessive, especially considering we were already paying a cleaning fee.
Overall, very positive experience and would stay again.
We enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was in a great location, within easy walking distance to the water and coastline. The house was clean, impeccably organized, and maintained. However, given the high price of the rental, we were frustrated that we had to make beds, clean sheets and towels and have everything folded and back in a closet before an 11:00 check put time. In addition, there are no dressers, luggage stands or any place (other than the flood) to put the luggage. A folding luggage stand in each room would be a welcome and easy fix.
This property was perfect for our family of ten. Having the bedrooms upstairs away from evening adult noise helped the little ones sleep well. The kitchen was adequately appointed with everything that you could want. Plenty of disposable paper goods were supplied. A wonderful beverage cooler was located on the lowest level allowing the refrigerator to be used mainly for food items. The bedrooms were nicely sized, ceiling fans helped keep us cool and the beds were very comfortable. Great Weber grill was on the deck for easy access to the kitchen and it was very clean. Plenty of parking was available and the short walk to the beach allowed us to skip the dreaded search for expensive parking spots. We hope to rent this property again in the future, it was everything we had hoped for in a vacation home destination .
This was a great house for my family of five. It slept everyone comfortably and was just a short 10 minute walk to the beach. We would definitely stay again!
Great place for a stay while in town for a family wedding
Property is immaculate and plenty of space. Our family (2 adults / 3 college aged children) thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Was perfect for the family wedding as most of our family was staying close by. Great location, stress free get away! Would rent again for sure
We just spent Labor Day at this home and had a great time. Very clean, easy access to Long Sands Beach and very family friendly. Ed was very responsive with messaging as well.
Quiet side street-enjoyed the deck, the grill and the fire pit. House was large and modern with lots of room. Owner was gracious and quick to respond. Wed rent again.
We loved our time in York. Ed was such a great host and made the process very painless. The house was just as advertised, and Long Sands exceeded our expectations. It is difficult to find a vacation that pleases both the forty something parents, the teens, the preteens and the littles, but this house did it. We had a great week and are so thankful for the memories.
Timothy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Ed / Cindy McKenna
Hi we live in town in the harbor, and I summered here as a kid. I always loved being near the ocean and decided to live here year round after graduating college and starting a family. We've been here year round for over 20 years, and I've been coming here in the summers for over 40 years. Not quite a townie, but not far off either...
Why they chose this property
If LIKE NEW & CLEAN matters to you. Stop looking. The house was designed with families vacationing here for the summer in mind. It was designed with an assumption that 1 or possibly 2 families would share the house.
Several bathrooms. Large deck for eating breakfast Outside shower. Private yard for kids to run around.
What makes this property unique
Dead end road. Very little traffic. Very short walk to the beach. Large private enclosed yard.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests