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Darling Moody Beach Cottage; Marsh Views & Steps Away from Beach. Sleeps 6-8.

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Beach
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Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Wells, ME
  • Moody Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Ogunquit Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Footbridge Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Darling Moody Beach Cottage; Marsh Views & Steps Away from Beach. Sleeps 6-8.

Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished, recently updated, year round, 3 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bath single family home. There is also an outdoor shower with hot water!

The first bedroom has Queen sized bed and a twin. The second bedroom has a full sized bed, and the third bedroom has a Queen sized bed. All the beds are new and comfortable. Towels and linen are provided.

The lovely open concept living area is furnished with a brand new Queen sleeper sofa with a chaise, new West Elm furnishings--including a dining table that seats 6, and new flat screen Smart TVs. This darling cottage can comfortably sleep 6-8 guests.

The newly renovated kitchen is well appointed with plenty of pots and pans, dinner ware for ten, along with plastic plates for eating up on the deck. The cupboard is stocked with seasonings and spices.

There is a propane grill and a large picnic table outside for your use. The upstairs deck also has a dining table and chairs, along with plastic plates, cups and utensils.

Situated on the edge of the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and one street away from exclusive Moody Beach, this charming “home away from home” has everything you need for your vacation by the Sea.

From the upstairs deck, you can watch the sunset over the Marsh, or hear the ocean roar. Bring your kayak or SUP and float down the tidal rivers to the Atlantic Ocean. There is a table and chairs for dining and Adirondack chairs for lounging.

Additional amenities are provided for your enjoyment: Air conditioning, WiFi, 2 Smart TVs, a small stereo, and a cabinet filled with puzzles, games, art supplies, and books.

Property manager

Patti Bushee
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents must be present if children are on deck.
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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, this holiday home is on a river. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Wonder Mountain Fun Park and Knight's Quilt Shop 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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Wells, ME

What's nearby

  • Moody Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Footbridge Beach - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Marginal Way - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Perkins Cove - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scoop Deck - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Billy's Chowder House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Darling Moody Beach Cottage; Marsh Views & Steps Away from Beach. Sleeps 6-8. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Darling Moody Beach Cottage; Marsh Views & Steps Away from Beach. Sleeps 6-8. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darling Moody Beach Cottage; Marsh Views & Steps Away from Beach. Sleeps 6-8. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Darling Moody Beach Cottage; Marsh Views & Steps Away from Beach. Sleeps 6-8. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Ogunquit Museum of American Art and Footbridge Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KAra F.

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

Another Great Stay

We are return visitors to this lovely house near my favorite Beach. Everything we needed for a great few days at the beach, including the weather.. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B., Concord, MA

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

Another great stay

We enjoyed our second stay here! The interior looked even nicer than last time and we really enjoyed the comfortable beds, attractive living area, lovely deck, and of course lots of wonderful beach time. Thanks for providing such a great space.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

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

Great Beach Cottage

This cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood and is close to a great family beach. We enjoyed the roof top deck - great for watching the sunset. The kitchen is well equipped. The outdoor shower is so handy for washing off the beach sand. We enjoyed our stay and would stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Another great stay at Moody!

We love this house and location. Has everything you need for the perfect Maine vacation. Short walk to the beach and quick drive to restaurants and shops. Patti is a super responsive host if you ever need anything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Second time staying

We chose to stay again this summer after we loved our time last year. The house is comfortable and cozy with a quick walk to the beach. Moody beach is one of the nicest beaches in the area too, close to everything! Very easy stay with 2 kids!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

KAra F.

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

Lovely Beach Escape.

This place was perfect for my family of 4 and my mother to spend a few days enjoying the Wells Area. Beach was great for kids and a very manageable walk. House was clean and had everything we needed for a fun comfortable stay. We would return for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

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

Lovely

We had a fantastic stay @ Pattis cottage . The cottage is well maintained, well built , clean and comfy. The cottage is located on a a short walk to the beach and conveniently close by to Kittery and York . I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

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

Family

Place was perfect. Everything you need from dishes to linens. Rooftop deck was great for early morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Staying next year for 2 weeks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

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

Family time

Love this place. Roof top deck great for coffee in the morning or cocktails at night. Kitchen has everything you need. Dead end street was very quiet. This is our second year and plan on renting next summer. Close to restaurants. Very spacious open living area. A short walk to the beach.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luc L.

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

Very nice and comfortable.

The cottage was very well organized and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, all beds are as if you were home. Living room furniture looks brand new, all of us 5 adults, one kid and a baby really appreciated our stay. The owner had made available beach chairs and beach wagon that we could use on the nearby beach, not to mention the fantastic roof terrace with a view to the lagoon. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B., Concord, MA

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

Another great trip to Wells

We stayed here for the third time this summer! We continue to enjoy the rooftop deck, the wonderful beach, and the comfortable beds. One of the bathrooms was updated this year and it's great. We found everything we needed in the kitchen. The whole space is appealing and clean. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin C.

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

Perfect Wells Getaway

We had a great week at Patti's home. The property was nicely decorated and super clean. Did not have to do much baby proofing for my two-year-old twins and no stairs inside which is a bonus at this age. You can't beat the location - truly a 5 minute walk to to the beach. It was perfect and we would definitely recommend this property. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

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

Family vacation

This home was perfect for our family. It was a quick walk to the beach (kids didn't even complain). We found it clean and had all the supplies you might need for a fun week near the ocean. The roof top deck was a huge bonus. It was perfect for coffee in the morning, and a cocktail in the evening. Patti was extremely responsive before and during the trip if we had any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

Moody Beach Cottage

We had a lovely week at Patti's cottage. It is located on a quiet street with spectacular views of the marsh, and a short walk to Moody Beach. The house is well taken care of, spacious, and has everything you need for a comfortable and pleasant stay. The kitchen is well appointed which we really appreciated since we do a lot of cooking. We really enjoyed the roof deck, and we saw beautiful sunsets over the marsh and loved being able to hear the waves crashing from the nearby ocean. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M., LEXINGTON

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

Great cottage get away

Our family of 6 (3 adults, 3 kids) felt at home in Patti's cottage. It is as described and roomy enough for our large party for 3 nights. The morning dew does get the deck furniture quite moist so remember to bring a towel to wipe off and there is a partially obstructed view of marsh refuge. We hardly sat on the deck as we were out enjoying Wells and Ogunquit. Only comment is beach towels or mats on site would have been an extra special perk! We had a great time and beds were very comfortable. Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

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

Amazing Vacation

House was perfect, location was perfect, host was perfect! Great vacation. Walk to beach was very short and easy ( even for my 7 year old niece who does not like to walk places). The beach was beautiful and not crowded at all. Many open areas to set up chairs and blankets. Patti was an amazing host left recommendations for places to eat and things to do in the area. Would highly recommend renting this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol D., Benicia, CA

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

A Slice of Heaven

We found this house to accommodate 6 adult family members traveling from Boston and San Francisco to attend an outdoor family wedding in the area. It was perfect. The 3 large bedrooms were spacious and comfortable, and the open floor plan accommodated our family meals perfectly. Two bathrooms and a large well-appointed rooftop deck rounded out our 5 star experience. And we were less than a 5 min walk to the beach. The house was well stocked and we wanted for nothing. It was close to the beach and Route 1 so easy access to all the nearby attractions you may want to see. We would highly recommend it and will definitely keep it on our short list for the next visit. Thank you Patti for being so accessible, accommodating, and allowing our family to reconnect during this unprecedented time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Great location and charming place

We had a great time at Patti's cottage. Hopefully we will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

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

Cottage at Moody Beach

The cottage was much nicer in person than the online description. It was very clean, the kitchen appliances were modern, and the heating and cooling systems seemed more than adequate, although we had lovely weather and did not really need them. Only suggestion: a couple more folding chairs would have been useful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

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

Great family stay

Stayed with my husband, parents, and 1 year old. The house was clean and adorable. Could not beat the location. Perfect getaway to end our summer
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great beach vacation

This house was perfect for our family’s needs! We had our two children with us (ages 2 and 3 months) and the house was perfect. The walk to the beach was great, along with a cozy open floor plan. We will definitely stay here next time we visit Maine!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K., Burlington, VT, USA

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

Great spot

We were two mom friends with 3 kids, age 10 - 13. Property was clean and as advertised, very well stocked kitchen, ample sheets and towels for all of us, and host was wonderfully responsive. There was a problem with the grill, and by the next day a brand new grill had arrived amd was all set up. She provided quick responses and recommendations. Only thing missing was a beach buggy to cart all our equipment to the beach, which is about a 10 min walk with kids. But the gorgeous beach was worth the walk!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Concord, MA

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

Terrific beach house

One of my favorite beach houses to stay at. Nice, comfortable, homey, and well stocked. Rooftop deck is better and bigger than the pictures show. Great for our family and close to everything. Patti was very responsive and helpful. Check in and out very easy. Definitely recommend staying here; but go to the public beaches like North, Footbridge, and Drakes Island. Beaches are nicer, less crowded, and don’t have to deal with the very possessive Moody Beach home owners (those right on the beach).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tayla K., Boston, MA

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

Quiet house minutes to Moody Beach

I stayed at this house with my husband, 2 year old son and another couple. The location is a short 5 minute walk to moody beach which is a great beach for families. The house is located on a quiet dead end street which was great for us because we had a small child with us. When we initially checked in, there was a miscommunication with the cleaners and our house had not been cleaned yet but Patti was very quick to respond and rectify the situation. Our house was clean by the time we got back from dinner and she was excellent at communicating the plan to us. The house also has a roof deck with partial views of the marsh, great for relaxing on at the end of the day! Overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Patti Bushee

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You have chosen the "House that George Built". I am George's third out of four. I was fortunate to be able to keep this charming seaside cottage and relive many childhood memories.

I currently reside in the mountains of the Southwest; but, make my way back to beautiful Moody Beach early Spring and late Fall to get everything ready for your enjoyment.

Please enjoy this home away form home and make some wonderful memories of your own!

Why they chose this property

My Dad George built this home. You will experience many of my Dad's special touches-- Maine slate floors and bricks that were brought in from historic areas of Boston. Purchased in 2017, I have updated it from top to bottom, still retaining the old school charm that my Dad put into it.

Come enjoy the upper deck. Listen to the roar of the Atlantic and smell the fresh sea air. Watch the sunset over the Marsh or observe kayakers paddle along the Tidal Rivers, while enjoying your freshly grilled fish and cocktail.

His four children enjoyed many Summers at beautiful Moody Beach, which is a 5 minute walk to either Public Right of Way. After a full day at the beach you can rinse off at the outdoor shower, with warm water! I know you will cherish this home away from home!

What makes this property unique

This darling single family home is perfect for your family vacation! There's a grassy yard to kick a ball around, a picnic table, and two grills are provided. The upper deck replete with Adirondack chairs and eating places is the perfect place to relax, morning or night.

The kitchen is equipped with anything you could possibly need. My Mom, Gloria, was a great baker, so she would approve of the new glass top stove/convection oven. There are puzzles, games, and art supplies, along with two Smart TVs for that occasional rainy day.

We offer everything you could want to enjoy your seaside vacation!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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