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8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 17

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Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Scarborough, ME

Higgins Beach1 min walk
Palace Playland22 min drive
Old Orchard Beach Pier23 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)47 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Some what challengingly packing blankets towels sheets for airplane travel. That being said, it was clearly stated in in...

Ellen B.

Oct 15, 2023

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

1st Floor Master

1 King Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

4 Single Beds

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Master

1 King Bed

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor 3/4 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

1st Floor Master en suite

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Full

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Full

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Master en suite

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level 1/2

Toilet

Lower Level Full

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Oceanfront & Panoramic Views at Higgins Beach

Newly built, this spectacular new property sits ocean front with breathtaking, panoramic views from almost every room. Enjoy four floors of living space unrivaled at Higgins Beach as well as 4000 square feet of oceanfront green space.

From October through May, only one master is available. Property also boasts a gourmet kitchen, gas fireplace and three gathering areas. This stunning home will be perfect for large or multi-families looking to vacation together. Guests must provide own linens (sheets/blankets and towels).

Full weeks (Saturday to Saturday) during peak summer season, shorter stays of three night minimums offered during the off season.

Please inquire for earlier and later dates as well as rates. Also note, Maine lodging tax, a $49 damage protection policy, and a cleaning fee of $400 are required. Guests need to bring sheets/towels/blankets

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

7 BR/4.5 BA Estate on 5.5 acres. 1 min to Higgins Beach. 15 mins to Old Port.

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

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

Linens, blankets and towels not provided. If you need linens/blankets/towels delivered please contact us and we can direct you to a rental service

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Scarborough

Located in Scarborough, this holiday home is on the beach. State Theatre and Portland Head Light are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Higgins Beach and Old Orchard Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Scarborough, ME

What's nearby

Higgins Beach - 1 min walk
Maine Mall - 14 min drive
Palace Playland - 22 min drive
Old Orchard Beach Pier - 23 min drive
Pine Point Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 15 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
‪Ken's Place - ‬17 min drive
‪Clambake Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
‪Kelly's Bakehouse & Deli - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront & Panoramic Views at Higgins Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront & Panoramic Views at Higgins Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront & Panoramic Views at Higgins Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront & Panoramic Views at Higgins Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Scarborough holiday home is just steps away from Casco Bay and Higgins Beach. Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Ellen B.

15 Oct 2023

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

Great for family gatherings!

Some what challengingly packing blankets towels sheets for airplane travel. That being said, it was clearly stated in information. It was a perfect location for large family gathering for a family wedding close by. The home, sunrises, beach we’re all spectacular.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ian r.

13 Oct 2023

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

Great beach house

Magnificient beach house ! great service by hosting team highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

25 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Weekend

This is a beautiful house in a great location. We enjoyed a weekend away with extended family for my mothers’s 70th birthday. The house is well equipped and communication was excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

19 June 2023

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

Great place to hang out at the beach with family.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis A.

7 June 2023

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

Beautiful and Unforgettable

We had our bridal party stay for a long weekend and it was absolutely amazing. The only struggle was having guests who flew because of the need to bring sheets and towels but that was an easy fix with people bringing extra who drove or renting through a company! Absolutely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil S., Brooklyn, NY

22 May 2023

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

Amazing Beach Location

Great stay at Higgins beach, unbeatable views, and great functionality at the house. Easy for a trip with friends or family

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsey G.

18 May 2023

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

Great place for people watching

Your view could not be better. Directly across the street from the beach, the people and dog watching was perfect (off season dogs allowed on the beach). There was plenty of room to spread out. I only wish the northern states would catch up to southern states by providing linens and towels. Also remember your hair dryer. With those two exceptions the home was exceptionally well appointed with plenty of dishes and pans. The downstairs second refrigerator was great for extra food storage. We were lucky to have a warm May weekend so we spent a lot of time on the deck. The dining room table had plenty of room for all to eat and was a great bathing place for evening games. Sadly, we were not here for a vacation but for a family funeral and this home offered a place for family be together. There is nothing more healing than waking up to the sound of the ocean.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal A.

14 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful Home!

My friends, family, and myself enjoyed our stay. This home was the start of an annual trip together!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexa M.

25 Sept 2022

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

Great weekend away!

Family tides was better than we could have hoped. House was clean and beautiful with plenty of space for multiple families. Management was very responsive. Five stars all around

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

14 Sept 2022

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

Incredible Stay

Our vacation at Family Tides was nothing short of magical. The house is spectacular and great for a large family or several families that want to get together and enjoy a gorgeous and unspoiled beach. For families with young kids, the ease of being able to run back across the street to the house was such a game changer. The kids spent hours on the beach enjoying the tides and splashing in the water. The kitchen is huge and very well equipped. The bedrooms are large and the lay out is extremely well done. We would rent again and again and again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi T.

5 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Flawless

With the exception of a slight hiccup upon arrival - which was address and resolved by the management in a timely manner, our stay was flawless. Everything as advertised and was a beautiful home. Appreciated the attention to detail from the labeled lights switches to the specifics in the home notebook made it easy to follow direction to be good renters. Well thought out rental property which makes for a more relaxing vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

30 May 2022

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

Perfect locations!

We loved every second here. Will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

22 Apr 2022

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

A beautiful place!

We had such a wonderful time at this property over the Easter weekend. We were able to bring together three generations in this amazing house. Everyone was able to have their own space when needed, but we were also able to enjoy walks on the beach or games and meals at the large dining table. The views were spectacular, especially waking up in the master suite or enjoying coffee from one of the many nooks with ocean views. We would welcome an opportunity to stay at this perfectly located, immaculate, well kept home again! Please note that linen service (sheets and towels, but not beach towels) for a long weekend in the off season was $600.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chrysa L.

29 Dec 2020

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

Great place!

Beautiful and spacious home, beautiful views, right in the best part of beach. We have a very big family and everyone was happy!

10/10 Excellent

Brianne G., Highland Lakes, NJ, USA

18 Nov 2020

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

Great stay for a big group

We had a great time in Higgins Beach! The house was well appointed and everything was easy to find. The view is incredible and we watched surfers (even on 30 degree mornings) from the living room. Plenty of parking for 6 cars, right on the beach, walk-able neighborhood with beautiful views the entire time. We would love to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

21 Sept 2020

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

Took all the labor out of Labor Day Weekend

Great views, spectacular location, and a highly useable space to accommodate our large group of friends and family. We were able to utilize all the amenities- outside grilling and chilling, beach walks, lawn games, and a lot of shared laughs around the dinner table. Evryone felt welocmed,and there was space for everyone. Highly recommended- a real treat

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Javier R.

9 June 2020

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

Incredible location and house

This house is the perfect beach getaway! It has the best spot on the beach with an amazing front yard facing the ocean (literally steps away from the sand). The house is very well equipped and the distribution of bedroom/bathrooms is perfect. All rooms and beds are very comfortable, clean, and spacious, and the lower level has its own living room and kitchen which is very convenient. The hosts, Sunny and Ellen, are extremely nice and very responsible. Overall amazing experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

2 Mar 2020

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

Wedding Weekend

What a great place to gather a hoard of family and friends! Absolutely stunning views. Great kitchen for entertaining and gathering. Very very clean. It would be nice if linens were provided as guests were both driving and flying in. And maybe a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

28 May 2019

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

Fabulous Family Vacation

This house is absolutely perfect! The enormous kitchen and dining area allowed us to comfortably feed 16 people all weekend. Plenty of bathrooms bedrooms and hang out space. The location is wonderful only steps from the beach! Rent this place, it will not disappoint

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

7 Jan 2019

We had a great time. The property is new, clean, and spacious.

We had a great time. The location across the street from the beach was perfect. The home itself is bright, clean, and spacious. They had some baby gear on hand, too, which was really helpful to us (pack n play, bed rails). Having to bring our own linens was the only downside, but I understand that this is the case with many rental homes in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

20 Oct 2014

Amazing home perfect for large families with children!

Our family of four, two under 4 years of age, shared an amazing 5 days at this property. The house is very well laid out for multiple families or one large extended family. The kitchen is fully loaded, so we enjoyed lots of cooking and family dinners looking out over Higgins Beach. Only steps across a quiet street to enjoy Higgins Beach. Our kids loved riding their bikes around the quiet streets and over to the end of the beach where the shipwreck is. Lots of areas to explore. Location is close to many touristy spots along the coast of Maine, as well as a short drive into Portland. We hope to spend another week there next year. High quality construction and amazing views of the ocean from every spot in the house. Amazing!!

About the host

Your host

The Callahan family first came to Higgins Beach in 1947, when Philip Callahan, grandfather of current owner, Michael Gentile, brought his wife Joyce to the beach for the first time after WWII. The Callahan/ Gentile family has never missed a summer at Higgins in 66 years! Over the years, the family has grown exponentially and all of its members have developed Philip's love and attachment to Higgins. Today, over 30 family members and friends, including several 4th generation Higgins Beachers make an annual trip or two to Higgins. As the family grew in size, it was increasingly difficult to find enough homes to rent to allow the family to be together at the beach they all love so much.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! The idea of Family Tides was born out of love for Higgins Beach and out of necessity; a big house where multiple families and generations can gather to enjoy this great place! We know many families share similar histories and love for Higgins. We hope this house will allow other families and friends to all stay under one roof and create memories of their own for decades to come.

What makes this property unique

Newly constructed with breathtaking views, top of the line amenities, and space to accommodate large or multi-families. All directly across from the beach!