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Coastal Charm Awaits: Your Perfect Seaside Getaway - Walk to York Harbor Beach!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 22464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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YORK, ME
  • York Harbor Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Long Sands Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Short Sands Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bella's Place

2 Double Beds

Bell Buoy

1 King Bed

Cape Neddick

1 Queen Bed

Goldenrod

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Hartley Mason

1 Queen Bed

Mount A

1 Queen Bed

Nubble Light

1 Queen Bed

Wiggly Bridge

2 Double Beds

8 bathrooms

Bathroom - 1st Floor (laundry)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - 1st floor (TV Room)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom - 1st floor bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - 2nd floor

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - 2nd Floor (Queen)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom - 3rd floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - 3rd floor (King)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - 3rd floor (Queen)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Charm Awaits: Your Perfect Seaside Getaway - Walk to York Harbor Beach!

The Whiting Cottage is your quintessential “classic Maine cottage.” Built in 1880, it is full of charm and ornate detail with lots and lots of room.


2-3 night minimum September to late June.
Sunday to Sunday, 7 day rental late June thru Labor Day.


It’s perfect for hosting families, friends, company outings, as well as your unique special event - with 8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 5 living rooms, 3 kitchens, 1 kitchenette, there is plenty of space to spread out, or to be together! Classic large kitchen area to have those large gatherings around the table….let the memories begin! The entire home has the capability to split into 4 separate units, so would be perfect for families and friends to come together or have their own separate space.


The balcony is one of the best spots in the house to sit and relax and breathe the fresh salty air (we might be biased), accompanied by a large deck and huge front farmers porch (perfect for relaxing and watching the world go by!)! No worries about parking, there is plenty! Whether you are here to vacation, a romantic getaway, or attending a wedding, corporate event, family reunions, or whatever it may be, the Whiting Cottage is waiting for you - Be Our Guest!


We offer high-speed wireless internet access and have 2 Smart TV's where you can stream any of your favorites: Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Disney+, etc! There is no cable.


Updated kitchen appliances and washer + dryer!


Leave your car in the driveway…walk to the beach!
Walk across the street and you will find the Cliff Walk - where you can have the best walk to the beach or do it for the bold views of the Atlantic Ocean! Catch the Fishermans walk starting at York Harbor Beach, follow it to the Wiggly Bridge, and walk over the Rte.103 bridge will land you at The Deck and Dockside!


We have named the bedrooms for ease of finding and assigning, if you choose!
1st floor, 1 bedroom
"Nubble Light": 1 queen.


2nd floor, 4 bedrooms
"Cape Neddick": 1 queen
"Wiggly Bridge": 2 doubles
"Bella's Place": 2 doubles
"Golden Rod": 1 double, 1 bunkbed of doubles.


3rd floor, 3 bedrooms:
"Hartley Mason": 1 queen
"Mount A": 1 queen
"Bell Buoy": 1 king.

Property manager

Mark Kinton

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet hours strictly enforced after 9pm
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rule #1: Quiet hours after 9pm are strictly enforced.
Rule #2: See Rule #1.

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
Note from host: Quiet hours strictly enforced after 9pm
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

York

Located in York, this holiday home is in the city centre 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. Travelling with kids? Consider York's Wild Kingdom and Yummies Candy and Nuts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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YORK, ME

What's nearby

  • York Harbor Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Short Sands Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stonewall Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stones Throw - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Charm Awaits: Your Perfect Seaside Getaway - Walk to York Harbor Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Charm Awaits: Your Perfect Seaside Getaway - Walk to York Harbor Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Charm Awaits: Your Perfect Seaside Getaway - Walk to York Harbor Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Charm Awaits: Your Perfect Seaside Getaway - Walk to York Harbor Beach! located?

This family-friendly York holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of York Harbor Beach and Long Sands Beach. Wiggly Bridge and Steedman Woods and Old Gaol are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tisha S.

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

Whiting Cottage York Maine

Gorgeous, spacious property with an amazing, gracious and generous owner. This was a memorable experience and we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Whiting Cottage stay

Our group could not get over the attention to detail and the extra care the owners have taken to make our stay exceptional. Gorgeous old home in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

gillian. s.

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

What a week!

Our crew of 21 (8 adults and 13 kids) have been coming to York for 4 years. This year we needed to find a bigger space and this house couldn’t have been more perfect for our FRamily. Before I get to the details of the home itself, I have to take a moment to commend Mark on being such an amazing host! He truly went above and beyond to make our week special. The house is perfect for large groups. We have 4 separate families in our group so having the space to spread out is nice- but also come together for meals, movies, games, hangouts, etc is awesome. We already booked to come back next summer- can’t wait to continue making memories at this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris D.

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

Wonderful Home for Our Family Reunion

Our extended family spanning three generations thoroughly enjoyed the annual reunion. A major contributing factor was Mark's warm and generous hospitality. From prebooking to throughout our weeklong stay, he was kind, responsive and more than accommodating. The home itself met our needs and preferences so well. We especially appreciated that we could convene as a group in numerous parts of the house, but also enjoy privacy and quiet moments when desired.Of all the vacation home rentals we've been in over the years, the Whiting Cottage's kitchen was the most well stocked we've seen. The gift basket and fresh flowers were welcoming bonuses greeting us upon arrival. A culinary highlight of the week was the lobster meal including lobster bisque from Southern Maine Lobster Company. The York location was perfectly suited for visiting Coastal Maine.Thank you, Kinton family, for sharing your amazingly lovely home. We cherish the wonderful memories that were created during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM B.

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

Best Best Best!

It is usually location .. location … location … but this host and home are the best. To say the house is a “rambler” understates it. This is a large beautifully detailed house. We were a 50th Reunion of men from U Maine. Playing golf, cook outs and stories. The house: A main kitchen … which become the gathering spot however several rooms have mini kitchenettes. If someone wants some privacy… you have it. Mark, our host and his family goes above and beyond. From lobster recommendations (they are so fresh !!!!). To making sure every need was met. The location is central to everything. If I could give SIX stars I would gladly do so. Mark many thanks!! OFS U Maine 1975
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

joshua l.

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Co/Bachelor wedding party gathering🌈

This property was even better than we imagined! It was so clean, the owners were amazing, very communicative and helpful:) We all had our own space so we could take private moments as well as bond and congregate in the main living room/kitchen/dining areas/porches etc. The house is also very conveniently located. We had such a blast that we all agreed we may have to stay here again soon:)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

george b.

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

Incredible Property and Host

Gathered my large group together for a weekend, and was surprised by the accommodations. Mark met me onsight to show me the property, and everything about it. Nice personalized experience with plenty of space for everyone to stay. High attention to detail throughout the house. Hard to find a large enough place for my group but this had the room for us. If for some reason I have a need for that style weekend again up here, I'll look to this property first.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Netty H.

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FIVE-STAR All around!!

The property did not disappoint! It exceeded our hopes and expectations! The host was no small part of that achievement! The house accommodated our group of 13 without even stretching its capacities! We absolutely LOVED our stay, even when it rained most of the day on the Saturday of our getaway weekend. We would come back in an instant, and extend our enjoyment of the house, the property, the easy walk to the Cliff Walk along the Atlantic Coast of Maine, the York shops, the easy access to Outlet stores in Kittery and Freeport! We like to cook, and the kitchen was well-equipped to comfortably support our group, and beyond! Our hosts were beyond welcoming, accommodating, and generous!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

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

The perfect spot for a fall weekend away!

This property is amazing! It is way bigger in person and accommodates large groups or even smaller groups who each want their own bedroom and bathroom. The house is a quick walk to the gorgeous Cliff Walk. We spent Saturday in Portsmouth for a girls shopping weekend York was the perfect place to call home for a few days. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Birthday Celebration

Great house for a large family get together. Our host , Mark, met us upon our arrival and was very helpful . We hope to do it again ! Loved every minute of the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan F., Redwood City

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Awesome Home, Great Host

Mark was a great host! Very informative at the start of our 4 day stay that greatly assisted us and our whole crew throughout the weekend. The house is HUGE! It was a great place for a large group while giving everyone their own space so it didn't feel like we were always on top of each other, etc. Thanks Mark!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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Daughter’s Wedding

The Whiting House is an absolutely beautiful, clean, well decorated venue. It provided excellent accommodations for my family, the bridal party and our close relatives. The first floor living room wing was used as the bridal suite for wedding preparations for the bride and bridesmaids. The front porch is so large that one side was used for the rehearsal dinner and the other side was filled with outside seating to relax. The large main kitchen allowed for morning coffee and breakfast. Everyone remarked on how lovely and accommodating the venue was for this event. Mark was a wonderful host who communicates well and offered suggestions to help us make wonderful memories for a lifetime. So very grateful to him. His family are very good people and this is a highly recommended venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

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

Fantastic Stay

We rented the house for a week - Mark was incredibly helpful and responsive both pre and during our visit. The house is in a great location - walk to town and beaches - and is perfect inside and out for a family get together. We highly recommend Whiting Cottage!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ella M.

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

York Maine family vacation

Lovely large home which accommodated all 15 of us. Plenty of room to be together or spread out on our own. Very nice front porch even on a rainy day. Great beaches close by to enjoy. The memories we made will be treasured by all of us forever. Mark the host was a pleasure to speak to an answered any questions we had. I would definitely recommend this rental. Ella
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne L.

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

We hit the jackpot with this house

My extended family of fifteen (ages 16-87) came to celebrate our parents 60th wedding anniversary. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this house and our host. Mark was so accommodating in many ways. The house is, by far, the cleanest rental I’ve ever stayed in and the location is perfect. It’s close to the beach, ice cream, and shopping; yet, it’s quiet at night The house has plenty of space to all be together or have alone time. Mark was a great resource for restaurants. We ate out some nights, but cooked as well. The kitchen is very functional. We loved our week there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Family Reunion

We had a wonderful experience spending the week in York. Our host Mark was exceptional! He took the time to review our plans and needs, and provided us with information and options to explore. The house was everything we dreamed it to be. We had a wonderful stay and are already looking forward to our next family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yves L., Québec

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Good place

All good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Fantastic home for large group near beachs

This large expensive home, which has been recently renovated and was an excellent choice for a large extended family. We were a group of 13 adults and four children and we had plenty of space for all of us to come together for meals, socializing, games, as well as privacy, if desired. This wonderful home was immaculately clean and had all of the amenities we required, and then some. Tom was an excellent host and could not have been more accommodating, polite and did everything possible to ensure our stay was enjoyable. He was a pleasure to work with. The location was excellent as we could walk to one beach within a few minutes or drive to other beaches five minutes away. Likewise, York is within close proximity to Portsmouth, Ogunquit and other wonderful locations along the Maine and New Hampshirite coast. We look forward to returning as soon as possible
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Z.

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

Perfect Maine Getaway

This home and the owners are exceptional all around! From pre-arrival communications, unbelievably accommodating upon arrival, and availability at all hours to troubleshoot or give advice during the week we were there! We could not have asked for better hosts! The layout of the home was perfect for our large family. Plenty of room to gather or spread out, prime location close to many great restaurants, beaches and idyllic walks along the coast. There are not enough positive adjectives to describe our experience at this Cottage. We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige O.

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

Best House Rental We’ve Done

Mark was an amazing host. He and I touched base several times before our trips to discuss the house, things to do in the area, and he hooked us up with a fabulous lobster bake company who prepared the meal at our house. He met us at the property to answer questions and go over how everything worked and even made sure we would have dinner available due to our late arrival time. The house is beautiful and easily fit our group of 19. Amenities were great - from a welcome basket to supplies. And having a bathroom for each bedroom was a huge plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Wonderful for family reunions

Whiting Cottage is a fantastic place for a family reunion! The house itself is well-appointed and extremely comfortable. The dining room is spacious so that everyone fits in one room! The kitchen has everything one needs, and if it isn’t there, superhost Mark acquires it for you within the hour!! (in our case, a steamer pot with spigot). We enjoyed congregating on the wide front porch. Ample room for games in grassy side yard. Best of all was the host— we have never stayed somewhere with a more caring and responsive caretaker. Any problem instantly addressed and fixed asap! Location superb— a short walk to the Cliff Walk. We were all very happy we held our family reunion here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tana B.

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Graduation Celebration

We had a wonderful time gathering as an extended family to celebrate our daughter’s high school graduation at this beautiful home. Everyone being under the same roof with plenty of separate sleeping spaces and bathrooms made our stay so comfortable with endless fun. The home was spotless and extremely well appointed. It was stocked with extra blankets, every kitchen gadget you can imagine, even sugar for your coffee. Our whole family, especially our daughter, will remember our weekend at the Whiting Cottage forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

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Perfect for a Family Wedding Weekend

This was an amazing stay for a family wedding weekend. Lots of folks traveling to meet up and spend some family time together. The house was just as described and was perfect for lots of togetherness and yet had plenty of cozy spots for quiet areas to escape the crowd! All the bathrooms made it simple for everyone to get ready for the big event. Fabulous hospitality! They were also able to accommodate our 18 month old grandchild with a high chair, baby gates and a pack and play! The bedding and towels were top quality and very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The house was the cleanest rental we have been in! The fire pit in the backyard was hit, and that front porch was an ideal gathering spot for the whole group, from morning coffee, to cocktails in the afternoon. A wonderful place to celebrate family and have a relaxing and fun long weekend! Thanks for a great stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Amazing home

The house was absolutely perfect for our group of 20 looking for a weekend getaway. The house was clean, spacious, and had a beautiful backyard ideal for lawn games or hanging by the fire pit. Our group also particularly enjoyed relaxing on the balcony and porch during the evenings. The owner Mark was an excellent host; he was both responsive and helpful. He met us at the property and provided a quick tour. He even called afterwards to ensure our stay was comfortable and request and feedback. I would absolutely recommend this home for a larger group looking to get away for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gracie W.

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

A must stay!

There aren’t the words to properly express our gratitude for this weekend’s stay. Everything was perfect. The host and his family went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and even brought us flowers. The house and the grounds are something out of a movie, and it perfectly fits a large group. We had a dinner party on the front porch one night, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark Kinton

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Hosted by Mark Kinton

This is our family's venture!
Our roots are from various parts of New England; from Woburn and Arlington, Massachusetts, Hamden, Connecticut, and Dover, New Hampshire, we all made our way to beautiful York, Maine. Our individual paths crossed over the years and we have collectively all been residents of York, Maine for over 30 years. Erin, Mike and Mark have served the public in a variety of ways including the fields of education, law enforcement, and the medical profession. Lauren (owner of The Opal Society), Thomas (co-owner of Southern Maine Lobster Company), and Anna (owner of Anna Grace Design) are all local entrepreneurs and their expertise and services include cosmetology, graphic design and the lobster industry.

We are hard-working people that value family and the relationships with our friends. Over the years, and through life experiences, we have been fortunate to come to understand and appreciate the gifts of humility and gratitude.

We purchased the Whiting Cottage in January 2022. After many hours of hard work, tough decisions, and difficult times we stand on our feet today very proud of our accomplishment. The amount of blood, sweat and tears that went into restoring and “shining up” the property has all been worth it. Knowing this, it was an easy decision for us to want to share its historic charm, elegance, and allure; it is truly timeless. It is our honor to have you as our guests at the Whiting Cottage while you “experience” York with all its history and beauty.
We are vested in this property and take great pride in being able to share it with you.

Please take this opportunity to enjoy this home, the local environment, and the serenity; but most importantly, we respectfully suggest that you do your best to put “work” on hold as you relax and enjoy each other's company. And with that, we humbly share our family motto with you... “The best is yet to come”. We hope you choose the Whiting Cottage for your stay. Enjoy!

Languages:

English