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Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach

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A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a stove.
A living room with a gray sectional sofa, wooden ceiling beams, and a ceiling fan.
A deck with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a view of a house and yard.
A room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a leather chair, a mirror, and a television on the wall.
A rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

York Beach

At this guesthouse you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Short Sands Beach and York's Wild Kingdom. Highlights at this guest house include a kitchen and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly guest house offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this York Beach guest house include Marginal Way and Long Sands Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 11 min drive - 11.8 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
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach

Take leisurely walks to Short Sands Beach from this one-bedroom York cottage, a cozy Southern Maine escape with a dog-friendly interior, a lovely front deck, and an ideal location close to shops, eateries, and the Nubble Light.

You'll find this single-level home just north of Cape Neddick, and three miles from the center of downtown York. Walk half a mile south (only eight minutes on foot) to sunbathe and swim at Short Sands Beach, stroll two miles south to check out the surf at Long Sands Beach, and head two miles southeast to admire the iconic Nubble Light at the tip of Cape Neddick. Traveling with kids? Be sure to take them to nearby York Animal Kingdom for rides and zoo animals!

With exposed beam ceilings, an open floor plan, and plentiful seating, this cottage is full of casual charm. Wake up each morning to check the tides on the free WiFi, prepare breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen, and take your dogs for a walk to the nearby lighthouse (please note that a 20 lb., one-dog limit if not booking the full property).

Grab your bathing suits, towels, and picnic fixings and walk down to Short Sands Beach for a sun-splashed day of swimming and sandcastle-building. Come home to sip cold drinks on the deck, light the gas grill for a barbecue dinner, and dine on a feast of lobster and haddock. End the evening back inside, where two cable TVs and a DVD player await for fun-filled movie nights.

Come and experience a summer break in one of Maine's most beloved beach towns - book your stay in York today!

*Please note the yard is not fully fenced in and it is enclosed with another rental property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

1088477

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach?

Yep, Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach is a short 9-minute walk from Short Sands Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach have a pool?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a pool.

Does Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach?

No, Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Cozy Cottage with Private Deck - Walk to Short Sands Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean nicely furnished. Great location
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayna r.

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

Great stay at Cozy Cottage

We had a great time in York at the Cozy Cottage, just wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth L.

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

Great quick stay

Very comfortable but outdated and will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn A.

Great stay

We stayed here for a week with our two boys and felt right at home! Beautiful and cozy property. We will be back again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

Great spot!

This place was amazing, amenities were great, loved the deck and fire pit! Super clean too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Beautiful property

Quiet, private, cozy and comfortable! Located only a few mins walk into the town of york and to short sands beach. We can't wait to book again for next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

First family vacation!

This was the perfect home in the perfect location for our first vacation with our 9 month old daughter and the best part was we could bring our pup too (he usually gets left out) thanks so much highly recommend this stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

Clean, comfy, convenient

So close to the beach and downtown! Quiet and perfect for a long weekend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

Lovely cottage

Beautiful little cottage, very cozy, clean and convenient to so many locations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely adorable little house and property. Private deck surrounded by beautiful rose bushes just starting to bloom. The house is incredibly clean and super comfy! Already looking forward to booking for next trip to Maine!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas G.

Outstanding place to stay.

We truly enjoyed staying here and the place was decorated and the furniture was comfortable. Had a problem with finding a spot to plug in the CPAP machines and cell phones.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela W.

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

Convenient

This cabin was close to town, convenient and clean. The yard, patio, and gas grill were extra perks. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

mireille H.

Small but great location.

We enjoyed our stay. The cottage is comfortable and clean. Vacasa was great to interact with. Quick responses to enquires.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roger K.

Exeptionally clean and comfortable

This home we very clean and had everything one could need in the kitchen. The beds were most comfortable and the grill nice and clean. It was lovely to be able to walk the short walk to York Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer s.

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

Short walk to the beach , perfect

Will go back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Great place!

We loved our week here! The house is very clean and very well equipped with everything we needed. We brought a lot more than we needed to. Easy walk to the beach and shops. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Sea rose

The cottage was absolutely adorable. Cozy clean, quiet. Great yard deck and fire pit for our outdoor activities. Safe location and incredibly convenient and quick walk downtown and the short hands beach. Easy to get into. Great instructions. One of my favorite rentals thus far. We will be back for sure!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Kendra G.

Beds uncomfortable but location is great

The location is close to everything but we only stayed one out of 2 nights because we couldn’t handle the beds. The two in the bedroom were so soft you sank in and the two futons were as expected with the bar across the middle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Quick family getaway

We took our two toddlers with us on a family vacation for a few days to York Beach. The area was very quiet and overall pretty private. Great location as it was just a minute or two drive to the beach, could definitely be walking distance. My only issue was the overgrown rose bushes in the front and the screen door latch wasn’t clicking properly so that was a bit of an issue with toddlers. Other than that it was a great stay and hope to stay again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect! Clean, quiet, cozy. Great yard, close to town and beach. Everything was great! Only thing was there were no trash bags and the tv was difficult. I would like to see them switch to steaming services. The water pressure is awesome. Everything was very clean and stocked. beds and couch are super comfortable. Fire pit and declare awesome !We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Cathy M.

Sweet little cottage

This nice cottage is in a great location. Cute as can be outside, inside has beautiful wood trim and ceilings in the living area and a large bathroom. The couches and beds are not as comfortable as we like and are noisy with squeaking upon any movement. Otherwise it has great potential.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Robin M.

Better luck next time

Would be willing to give the company another chance as mistakes happen. Just be sure you know the house is properly checked before you arrive.
Verified

8/10 Good

Terence M.

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

Wonderful Location for a fall getaway

We came up for UNH homecoming with our two German Shepherds. The property was spacious, clean, and well stocked with all of the essentials for a comfortable stay. We had a small issue with the shower draining but the property manager responded promptly to the concern. The location is absolutely perfect as it is right down the street from Long and Short Sands beach but far enough off of the main strip to avoid traffic. Access to route 1 and 95 makes this property a perfect jumping off point to get out and enjoy the area. Portsmouth is 15, Ogunquit 10, and Durham 25 minutes!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

York stay

Place was clean. Didn’t like being next to the road of the camping site Ad says sleeps 6. I find that hard to believe. Beds were so small my husband and I had to sleep in separate beds. Very uncomfortable beds. Other than that nice place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karin O.

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

All was great except…

We loved the deck the most and all day sun. Everything else was fine except the sheets on the bed NOT under the window were terribly scratchy and the bed not comfortable so was not for a good sleep the first night . We took the sheets off for the next night. Would be nice to have Kleenex and a few plastic small plastic lunch bags etc. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022