Easily sleeps 8 guests, 5 minute walk to beach

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 885.5 sq m

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Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

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York, ME

Long Sands Beach
‪9 min walk‬
Nubble Lighthouse
‪5 min drive‬
Short Sands Beach
‪8 min drive‬
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Soak in the sunlight with huge picture windows, two sliding doors, four skylights. Hear the sounds of waves breaking on Long Sands. Stroll 5 minutes (¼ mile) to Beacon Street staircase or 7 minutes (1/3 mile) to Bathhouse beach ramp. Relax in 940 square feet of single-level living. Cool off with central A/C from the 18000 BTU mini-split. Enjoy the cottage craftsmanship of yesteryear with custom woodwork, slanted bead board walls, built-in cabinets and unexpected cathedral ceiling. Roam in the large kitchen with over fourteen linear feet of countertops, ceramic stovetop, microwave, coffee maker. Dine at the extended table that seats ten. Wash kids in an ample size bathtub or use the inside shower. Splash privately in enclosed outdoor hot/cold shower. Rest under a full canopy on the 180 sq ft deck. Barbecue on the 3 burner gas grill. Enjoy the new bedding on 2 queens, 2 twins and 2 singles (bunk set). Reserve your place now for this charming family rental. (During high season check-ins and check-outs are limited to Saturday for cleaning purposes.)

Note: Extra and educated care for cottage preparation is being taken re: thorough cleaning, freshly laundered bedspreads & shams, use of potent disinfectant cleaners, alcohol rubs, and other measures as are advisable.

Property manager

Bill & Beth Keyworth

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Tenants acknowledge that the loft area is for decorative purposes and will not access or sleep in the loft area due to concerns of safety

Tenants will be responsible for all damage or breakage and/or loss to the premises except normal wear and tear, leaving the premises as they found it

Tenants will provide their own bed linens and towels. (There are two queens and four twin sized mattresses.)

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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this cottage 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 Long Sands Beach and Short Sands Beach. Water Country and York's Wild Kingdom are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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York, ME

What's nearby

Long Sands Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
York's Wild Kingdom - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Nubble Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
York Harbor Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Short Sands Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

Wells Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
‪Stonewall Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
‪Stones Throw - ‬11 min walk
‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬3 min drive
‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Easily sleeps 8 guests, 5 minute walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Easily sleeps 8 guests, 5 minute walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Easily sleeps 8 guests, 5 minute walk to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Easily sleeps 8 guests, 5 minute walk to beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Long Sands Beach and York's Wild Kingdom. Short Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

20 Aug 2024

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

Great cottage!

Lovely and spacious cottage. Great location!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn R.

9 July 2022

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

Beach Bliss

This home was a comfortable fit for my children and grandchildren alike.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R., Woodstock, CT

13 Aug 2023

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

Great location, great house, super neighbors

We thought the house was adorable on-line and loved it even more on arrival. It’s a wonderful, open and light space, nicely decorated, and an easy walk to the beach. The house is very close to neighboring houses, but somehow still feels private and the neighbors were very nice and helpful. Great overall location and week for our family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

20 Sept 2023

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

Great little cabin

Don't worry about the A/C: it was very hot and humid when we arrived but the mini split cooled everything down quickly. We only used one bedroom, so can't comment on the comfort of the others. Location is terrific. Owners were very responsive, communicative and helpful

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 July 2023

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

Cottage by the sea

Cottage was very efficient. Nicely decorated. Very homey. Great neighbors! Easy access to Long Sands. Outdoor shower was a bonus! We made the parking work. Quiet street!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda J.

20 July 2023

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

Great Rental!

We have been vacationing in Southern Maine for many many years, we have rented a few homes in the area over the years and this rental was better than most. The location is wonderful, they state 5 minute walk to beach, but it doesn't feel more than 1 or 2 minutes, perfect location on Long Sands, close to the bathroom and multiple eating and shopping locations. The size and look of the house matched the online description and pictures so we were very happy to get what we paid for. There is plenty of room, no one felt on top of each other after a day at the beach. The outdoor shower is a great touch to rinse the sand after a beach day and we were very pleased there was a wagon at the property to cart all our stuff on the walk to the beach. Communication with the owners was great, they were available to us if needed and they were so sweet to send information on York/York area dining and activities prior to our trip. We will definitely be looking to rent this property again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

17 Aug 2022

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

Fun in the sun and surf!

The property location was great! The owners are very responsive. The outdoor shower was great especially after a day at the beach. The no towels or bed sheets thing was a bummer but okay if it reduces the rent price:) The biggest challenge was that all of the curtains in the bedrooms were white. This didn't keep out any light like early morning sun or neighbor's who keep their lights on all night. There is a skylight right over the bunk bed so my young one woke up with the roosters.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

8 Aug 2022

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

Great place

Would definitely go back. Great place and location. Plenty of room for my family of 5.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

7 Aug 2022

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

Great cottage

Cottage was just as advertised and had everything we needed for a great getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peg W.

19 July 2022

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

Just what we needed

The house was perfectly comfortable for our family of four — charming set-up, extremely well-maintained, and great location. We were able to enjoy time with extended family as well as explore southern Maine. We had easy access to the beach in York, and traveled to Ogunquit, Wells, Portland, and Portsmouth NH.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

emily c.

5 July 2022

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

Great Location and Hosts!

Bill and Beth were overly communicative and helpful in the booking process and beyond. Location was great and quiet, perfect for our families to take a break and relax from days at the beach. Loved the outdoor shower feature and line of sight in the cottage to be preparing dinner and seeing the kids play in the living room.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome W.

4 June 2022

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

Great venue!

Outstanding

Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

26 Sept 2021

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

nice vacation

house was clean and comfortable great walking distance to a great beach

Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janelle H.

15 Sept 2021

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

Clean and Comfortable

This was our second year staying at Bill and Beth’s cottage and just like last year it was perfect! Super clean, super comfortable and walking distance to the beach and corner store. My family and I had the best time and we are so grateful to have found such a nice place to stay so close to long sands. Thanks for the great memories Bill and Beth!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

31 Aug 2021

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

Amazing house

I have been going to York my whole life and this was by far the best place we have stayed! My kids (7 and 10 years old) also agree. 920 square feet doesn't sound big, but when you enter the house feels so much larger with the high living room ceilings and loft space. The bunkroom was huge and made my kids happy, and the other 2 bedrooms were also good sizes with closets and dressers. The bathroom was perfect size, great big kitchen with everything you could need (although I didn't cook), and the fact that the house has AC is amazing! My kids were worried about the walk as we have stayed closer previously, but they quickly got over it due to how nice the house was. There was a wagon to transport our stuff to the beach which was great. The road is rocky, but no more so than many of the beach back roads. It feels so secluded even though so close to the beach. We can't wait to stay again and definitely a 5 out of 5!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

liz h.

4 Aug 2021

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

Great find- within 10 min walk to beach!

Would highly recommend this cottage to anyone wanting to stay near Long sands! Great layout, comfortable beds, spacious eat in kitchen, and the best part was the outdoor shower! The owners were very responsive and answered any questions right away! Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy & Amy B., North Reading

19 July 2021

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

Great Cottage

There was plenty of room for our family of 5 in this clean cottage. Air conditioning worked perfectly, and everything was just as advertised. Awesome location! The owner was friendly and responsive. Well worth it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

3 July 2021

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

Enjoyable Week!

My husband and I enjoyed a lovely week in this vacation home. Communication with Bill and Beth was quite easy, as responses from them were very prompt. We found the house to be very clean, bright, and comfortable. The bathroom is on the small side, but clean and well-supplied, including disinfectant cleaning wipes. My husband enjoyed the outdoor shower several times upon returning from the beach. We cooked meals every day, and found the spacious kitchen to be very well-equipped, although there is no dishwasher. We were lucky enough to have some beautiful beach weather, and the walk to Long Sands Beach was only 7-8 minutes while pulling the beach wagon. Overall, we were very happy and would not hesitate to rent here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

24 June 2021

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

June Getaway

We enjoyed several days at York Beach. Blueberry Cottage had easy access to several beaches and shopping. The kitchen was well equipped, and accommodations were comfy.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

7 June 2021

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

10 out of 10!!

This cottage was wonderful. Just a 5 minute easy walk to long sands beach right near the public restrooms! Such an important thing if you have small children with you that need to use it often. Bill and Beth were great. They welcomed us on arrival and showed us around and answered any questions we had. Our favorite things about the cottage was how clean and beautiful the inside was, the outdoor shower with hot and cold water, the wagon and beach toys our children could use. They even have beach chair you can barrow if you don’t want to bring your own. I recommend bringing yourself some paper plates, like we did. There is no dishwasher so you would have to hand wash your dishes... I don’t know about you but I’m on vacation and I don’t want to do extra chores ;) This place is a 10 out of 10. Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Merrie G.

4 June 2021

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

Family Time

We had seven people staying for three days (all of which were rainy and cold). We enjoyed the family time together and spent time on the beach between periods of rain. It was just my husband and I the last three days. Overall, the cottage was comfortable to be in, beds were comfortable. The owners were very nice and responded quickly to any needs. We will likely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P., Woodbine, MD USA

24 May 2021

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

Great stay!

Super cute and close enough to beach to walk. The bed was very comfortable. These is no washing machine so pack enough clothes (and extras because the beach!). There's a clothesline though to hang dry wet swimsuits and an outdoor shower.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

23 May 2021

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

Perfect Maine Cottage

We had such a wonderful stay at the cottage. It is such a fantastic location with a short walk to the beach. At night you can hear the waves. The cottage was a perfect fit for our family, and well laid out. Bill and Beth were excellent hosts, and were able to accommodate our requests. Thank you for sharing your adorable cottage!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

8 Oct 2020

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

Terrific!

Such a great unit. It has everything one needs. Super location. The owners are responsive to any questions. Looking forward to a return stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

patricia w.

22 Sept 2020

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

Blueberry Cottage was perfect place for a get-away

A group of five girl friends and I had booked a place for a long overdue girls get-away. Several days prior to our departure date one of the girls had a family medical issue so our group decided to postpone our trip until 2021. Long story short a couple of us decided to still go and I booked the Blueberry cottage. Booking and check in could not have been any easier! The owners Bill and Beth were great to work with. Location: Perfect! Cottage is a couple blocks from Long Sands beach, about a 7 minute walk. Comfort: Cottage was extremely clean. Decor was beachy, modern rustic, with a unique homey feel. Beds were super comfortable (at night we could hear the beach through the open windows). The sofa was upgraded from the rattan one in the pics, to a comfy upholstered one, the perfect spot to relax with a glass of wine. We didn't cook however the kitchen seemed to be well stocked. The only changes I would recommend is upgrading the 4 cup coffee pot to a 12-cup-er. Adding a few baking/cookie sheets to heat up left overs, and including some saran wrap, tin foil and small plastic bags for snacks. Overall, this place is a 10 out of 10 and we would definitely book it again. Thanks Bill and Beth.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Bill & Beth Keyworth

Beth's ancestor's have been coming to York beach since the 1890's, originally building the Vermont House on Broadway in Cape Neddick and later owning property near Barn Point north of Short Sands. Growing up in the Boston area, her family made frequent summer visits to Long Sands and the Golden Rod while visiting family at Kittery Point.

Bill grew up near the Pacific Ocean and was introduced by Beth to York before they were married. He had an instant fondness for the coast of Maine and they've been bringing their family every year to Moody Beach, Ogunquit, York Beach and Gerrish Island.

Why they chose this property

With the kids grown, married and living far away, Bill & Beth got the cottage for summer gatherings, hoping to occasionally lure the grandchildren back to the roots of their heritage. In searching for the "right" place, they were taken with the obvious love and craftsmanship of the home's renovations over the years ...and its closeness to Long Sands beach .

What makes this property unique

The craft and quality of the cottage's construction is unique and restful. The abundant sunlight, cathedral ceiling, larger bedrooms, bead board paneled walls, and closeness to the beach are immediate draws. The feeling of seclusion on a knoll shared by two other cottages is quite calming ...and these neighbors are great! The recent renovations have brought a tasteful update to the cottage and Bill & Beth are delighted to share their affection for York Beach with their summer guests.

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