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Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach

Vacation home near Long Sands Beach in York Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1752 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nubble Lighthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

York Beach

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Short Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse. York's Wild Kingdom and Long Sands Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Long Sands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ogunquit Beach - 15 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach

Summary:

✔️ Private oceanfront beach house with amazing views

✔️ 10-min walk to Short Sands Beach (0.6 mi)

✔️ Deck and grill for outdoor meals

✔️ Open the windows and listen to the waves

✔️ Two living rooms — great for groups to spread out



The Space:

🌊 Welcome to Wright by the Sea, a spacious York Beach getaway designed for groups who want ocean views and a comfortable home base for their trip to Coastal Maine. Spend mornings with coffee overlooking the water, then head out for beach time, tide pool exploring, and classic York stops like Nubble Lighthouse.



🌅 Indoor & Outdoor Living

• Two separate living rooms so your group can spread out

• Downstairs living room (adjacent to kitchen): smart TV, large couch, love seat, recliner + board games

• Upstairs living room: ocean-view hangout with two recliners, smart TV, and sleeper seating (see sleeping section)

• Outdoor deck + grill for easy dinners, morning coffee, and ocean breezes



🛏️ Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 10)

This home sleeps 10 across 4 private bedrooms plus full + twin sleeper sofas in the upstairs living room.

Bedroom #1: Queen bed

Bedroom #2: Queen bed

Bedroom #3: Two twin beds

Bedroom #4: Queen bed

Upstairs living room: Full sleeper sofa + twin sleeper sofa



🍳 Kitchen & Dining

• Fully equipped kitchen for group cooking

• Keurig + drip coffee combo

• Dining seating for everyone: 8 at the main table + 4 at the secondary table

• Ice cube trays provided for guest convenience



🏖️ What’s Included

• Smart TVs

• Board games

• Washer + dryer in-home

• Two full bathrooms (see notes below)

• Driveway parking for 3 vehicles



📍 Location Highlights

Centrally located in York Beach with easy access to the best of the area:

• Short Sands Beach: 0.6 mi (13-min walk / 3-min drive) — arcade, playground, lively beach vibe

• Long Sands Beach: 1.1 mi (21-min walk / 4-min drive) — wide sandy stretch for swimming + surfing

• Close to Nubble Lighthouse, York Beach shops, and local attractions



🚗 Parking, Safety & Notes

• Driveway parking for 3 vehicles

• Bathroom #1: Pedestal sink + walk-in shower

• Bathroom #2: Single vanity + shower/tub combo



👋 About Your Stay

We’re Francesca & Lucas Knowles, lifelong locals & passionate vacation rental hosts. Our goal is to make your stay seamless, memorable & full of thoughtful touches that make all the difference.

• Local experts – We love sharing insider tips

• Hospitality-driven – Over 5 years of vacation rental experience

• Always available – Just a message away if you need anything



Guest Access:

• Full access to the entire home and outdoor deck areas

• Self check-in (if your listing supports it—otherwise we can omit this line)



Other Things to Note:

✨ Wright by the Sea is all about walkable beach days and an easy home base for groups with two living spaces, a dining setup that fits everyone, and ocean views you’ll dream about. Plan on sunrise coffee, lobster-night dinners, and cozy game nights after exploring York’s beaches, shops, and lighthouse views.

👉 We’re thoughtful, responsive hosts who care deeply about the guest experience. If you’re planning a trip to York, Maine in the next few weeks, we recommend booking soon — large homes this close to the beach are limited and tend to fill quickly.

❤️ Planning ahead? If you’re thinking about a Maine coast trip in the next 12 months, don’t forget to save this home to your Wishlist so you can easily find it later.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,752 square feet

Policies

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

Rules

- No smoking - No pets - No loud parties

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. Onsite 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 each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.1 mi (25-min drive) away from the Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from Short Sands Beach and 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Long Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach to downtown York Beach?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from York Beach.

Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Management was very helpful and made our stay extremely comfortable. The accommodations were exceptionally clean and included everything you’d need—just like being at home. We had a wonderful time. The area is beautiful, and the views from the house overlook the coast—absolutely stunning!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fully enjoyed our multi-generational family stay. The location was great - just a short walk to Short Sands Beach. If you walk the other way, you get to Dunne's for ice cream. And the house has lots of beach chairs!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view and very clean

The owner was on top of all questions or concerns if you had any. The house was very clean and they thought of everything. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

pamela c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual girls' trip

The home was beautiful and the view of the ocean was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The sweetest property!!

My goodness we are so happy to have found this place. The home is neat as a pin and the pictures are totally deceiving!! The downstairs bedroom was a must for our older family members. Upstairs the living space is honestly huge and SPACIOUS. The views are lovely. Foxs lobster is .4 miles down the road along with Nubble lighthouse. Such a cute quiet neighborhood. So convenient to long sands and short sands. It was rainy but that didn’t stop us from enjoying this beautiful home. Franny and Luke texted every single day to check in and see if we needed anything. Just a wonderful experience, home, and location. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025