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Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available

Vacation home near Short Sands Beach in York Beach

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Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available

Explore the area

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York, ME
  • York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Short Sands Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Long Sands Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

York Beach

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of York's Wild Kingdom and 2 miles (3 km) of Short Sands Beach with a stay here. Long Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • York's Wild Kingdom - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Short Sands Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Long Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Perkins Cove - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge 2778 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lobster in the Rough - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬16 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.

Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available

This wonderful 5 Bedroom Victorian Cottage sleeps 10 and is located a short stroll from Cape Neddick Beach. Large Living room with high ceilings, Dining Room seats up to 10, Den/TV area and master bedroom/bath. Enjoy the scent of the ocean on the large wrap-around porch. Easy walk down main street or Freeman street to Short Sands and downtown. Restaurants and attractions close by.


Easy walk to Short Sands Beach and downtown York Beach. Close to all area attractions:golf, fishing, shopping, Nubble Light. A few short miles to Ogunquit and Perkins Cove. Lots of area dining and easy walk to Cape Neddick Lobster Pound.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.8 mi (21-min drive) away from the Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi (11-min drive) from Ogunquit Beach and 0.7 mi (2-min drive) from Short Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available to downtown York Beach?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from York Beach.

Victorian House by the Sea -Fall Getaways Available Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 52 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jeanne B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location & wonderful porch. The bathrooms need updating and a major cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

We loved the huge porch, Victorian feeling, and the closeness to the beach and shops. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Porch
Dining room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short beach getaway with family

Great place, met all of our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what I expected. Owner more then accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

We were a group of 9 friends that stayed at Paul’s house and we had a great time! The house is big enough for everyone, very clean and close to everything you need. Would definitely go back and recommend to anyone! Paul is a great host who was available, kind and flexible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Will T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Well Past its Prime

We arrived early and the host let us in at noon. The experience went down quickly from there. The old house had been cleaned, but we found it to be run down and not well maintained. The outside needs to be scraped/painted badly and the roof needs to be replaced. Plastic was placed over the TV room addition. All of the windows and doors have issues of one sort or another. There are also issues with peeling wallpaper, paint, drywall and plaster. To top it off, we found spiders and earwigs in the bathrooms as well as a couple of friendly mice on the main level. We sprayed the baths, and the host sent someone for the mice. If you plan on sitting on the porch and having quiet time, it will not happen as you are on a very busy intersection with lots of traffic and noise. Despite all of the above, we still had a good time and made the best of the bad environment. It is a short walk to the beach and across the street from a little restaurant. Our summary... This house needs to be removed from Vrbo and renovated!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

The house was very nice and was perfect for us. Great location, great communication with the owner. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Murder She Wrote

The house reminded us of the set of Murder She Wrote, replete with fine antiques, vintage artwork, and beautiful woodwork. The house had a mysterious vibe and mystery of days of yore. Lots of stairs if you are concerned for youngsters or elderly. The kitchen is tiny, but adequate. Loved the dining room.The beds were good, but we had to hunt for linens. The lights flickered a lot. We contacted the owner and he responded.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

This was such a beautiful older home with so much history! Every where you looked it told a story. There were four us, each having our own room. We absolutely will go back. Thank you Paul for having us. Truly a hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rita H.

Grandma's House

A fun, funky old building. Worked fine for 5 women, each with their own room and bed. Would have appreciated hand soap at the sinks and coffee filters.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home - description does not do Justice

We loved our stay in this Victorian home. The home was even nicer than the photos showed Perfect location right near the water. Also great restaurant right across the street. Recommend A++++++
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mothball House

We had to vacate the property after one night because the cellar was filled with open bags of mothballs. We arrived around 5:30 pm in the pouring rain otherwise we would have left immediately. The toxic fumes were seeping through the vents. Several of my friends had to use their inhalers to get through the night. The host said he could resolve the problem by removing the mothballs. There is no way the fumes could be eliminated. My friends said many of the glasses in the butlers pantry were filthy dirty. I would not recommend this house to anybody.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in York

We had a wonderful time at Paul's home. Large enough to gather other family members in the area and a great porch! We had a huge storm come through on Friday night and lost power but Paul contacted us right away and brought over candles and a flashlight. Thankfully it was restored in a few hours. Convenient, walking distance to town and to the beach just north of the house. We would happily stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sisters reunion

I am so glad we picked this property for a vacation with my five sisters.the house was very comfortable and the wrap around porch was the best place to spend time with my sisters. Beautiful home. With six ladies staying in the house the three bathrooms came in handy. So much in the area to see. Loved the seafood restaurant across the street. I emailed the host Paul a few times with some questions and he got right back to us. Thank you for a great vacation. Would love to rent again next year. Deb
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

An Enchanted Weekend

If you are looking for something with "yesteryear" charm and character, then this is your place! We had 2 parents and 5 adult children to accommodate and enjoyed having enough room to feel comfortable and spread out. The large porch was great for our "mini wedding" and sitting out in the evening. Perfect location to get to beach and other area activies. Perfect value!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., New Haven, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house, great location

Colleagues and my adult daughter needed a 4-bedroom house and this house was perfect. Great location for our needs. Well stocked for making meals, although our plans did not include this. Plus, a short walk to the shore for beautiful sunrises
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love York, Maine!

Spent a long weekend in York at an old Victorian house and had a great time. Tons of room to move around and you can hear and see the ocean from some rooms. Comfortable walk to downtown York and very close walk to Cape Neddick Beach. Everything was very clean and well stocked. Spent most of the time on the awesome porch (with a hammock). The owner Paul was very attentive and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, lots of space, amazing porch!

Stayed at this location from Saturday to Wednesday. It was just as relaxing as described! Check in process was easy and Paul was very responsive. We were 2 couples, so we knew we’d have plenty of space. The inside was beautiful and relaxing. There was space for us to cook, play board games, and a room in the back that was cooler than the rest that we could chill in. The house was lived in, with some peeling wallpaper and cosmetic things, but they were minor and didn’t bother us. There were 3 bathrooms, the main one of which ended up not flushing on our last day or two due to broken chain in the tank. I messaged Paul and he got back to me so quick. There wasn’t a resolution during our stay, but he seemed on top of fixing it as soon as possible. We had 2 other bathrooms to use so it wasn’t a huge deal. It was very hot and humid most of the days but Paul provided plenty of fans that we moved around to the rooms that we used and created a cross breeze. There are outlets on the porch so we put fans out there when we were enjoying gas porch. That really helped during the hot nights. The porch is an incredible spot when the weather is nice. We spent much of our time out there on the hammock, chatting, enjoying the weather. The location is perfect in that it is within walking distance to Cape Neddick Beach, which we went to on a cool evening and wasn’t crazy packed. About 5 minutes away by car is Short Sands beach, which has a lot of parking for a low price ($2/hour). We got to short sands around 9:30am each morning and people were there, but it wasn’t packed until later. The area has typical beach-town things within walking distance of the beach. We also made our way to Nubble Lighthouse and Long Sands beach within 15 minutes. The driveway is difficult to see at first, but there was enough for 2 cars in that area, with another spot for 2 on the side. It wouldn’t be a great place to have a lot of cars as the front of the house is on a busy street. Its directly across from the Shore Road Restaurant, which was great to have so close. It was loud on the weekend nights because of that, but nothing too crazy that we couldn’t sleep. All-in-all, we were incredibly pleased with this spot and enjoyed a nice vacation! We balanced going out/doing stuff with enjoying each others’ company at the house. The little imperfect things didn’t hinder our trip and we appreciated Paul’s responsiveness. Thanks for a great stay, Paul!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fran S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yearly family get away

This house was perfect for my family 5 bedrooms 3 full baths. Kitchen was a little on the smaller side but very doable, dining room fit all 10 of us comfortably. The porch was the favorite place to hang out after our outings. Very close to the beaches and close to a very cute town. Love the fact that I didn't have to pack linens or bath towels. Washer/dryer was definitely a plus. Owner was very accommodating dropping off extra fans and paper towels and TP. I would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to stay in York

Our family of 10 had a great time and stay in York at this place. Plenty of room for everyone. The best feature was the large porch where we could all hang out. Place was very clean and beds were comfy. The location was great. It was a short walk to a local beach or little further walk or quick drop off to Short Sands and the village. Nice place across the street to get a lobster roll or other seafood. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

MaryKate E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Visit

Beautiful property and beautiful location. Host was quick and thorough with responses. My party was comfortable in the bedrooms and were able to find everything that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

David G.

Great location

This house was a great location to Short Sands and Long Sands Beach, Nubble Lighthouse, and Cape Neddick. The house is older and could use an update on furniture/decor, but it had character which fit our family perfectly. The owner was easy to connect with when we had questions; very accommodating. We would definitely consider coming back to spend more time in York.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The house met all of our needs. The porch is fantastic and it’s close to the water where you can smell the ocean. Proprietor is very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Walter A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage

We had a really good time there. Minutes away from many places to see and eat.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Al C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach home for vacation

Fantastic old style beach home. Large rooms, expansive deck and perfect location. Great for a large family or group. Kept very nicely, nice off street parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021