Family-Friendly rentals near Short Sands Beach

Happy Lobster - Classic Coastal Cottage in the Hea

The Happy Lobster is a cozy Maine beach cottage just a 2–3 minute walk to Short Sands Beach! Enjoy a comfy main-level living space, stocked kitchen, dining area, and full bath. Upstairs features 2 bedrooms + a twin on the landing (low ceilings upstairs), sleeping 6. Relax on the back patio with a gas grill and small grassy play area. Linens/towels included. No pets, no smoking. Walk to shops, restaurants, arcade & more. Don’t miss Bell Farm Shops + Nectar Café at Bell Farm—owned by the homeowner

Luxury Year-round Treehouse with private hot tub

The Canopy is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.

Oceanfront Cottage on Long Sands Beach - Sleeps 4

Wake up steps from Long Sands Beach at Minisands, a cozy oceanfront York cottage made for easy beach days and memory-making getaways. Sleeps 4 with a queen bedroom and pullout sofa. Enjoy ocean views from the front deck, two on-site parking spaces, outdoor shower, fast Wi-Fi, mini-split heat/AC, smart TV, stocked essentials, walk-across-the-street beach access, and thoughtfully curated coastal design. Perfect for couples, small families and surfers seeking a simple, special stay by the water.

*New 4BR Beach Getaway| BBQ+Patio| Ogunquit + York

🌊 Cape Neddick Beach – 7–10 min walk! Escape to a relaxing coastal retreat in this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home! Perfect for families and groups, this charming getaway offers comfort, style, and a perfect location near York and Ogunquit’s top attractions. Enjoy easy access to beaches, scenic coastal walks, dining, and local entertainment for the perfect Maine getaway! 🏖️ Short Sands Beach - 5 min 🚗 🏙️ Downtown York - 7-10 min 🚗 🎢 York’s Wild Kingdom Zoo & Park - 6 min 🚗

Unique beach house on Long Sand Beach!

Located in front of the sea, The BLUE WAVE is a rare beach home on the Maine market! The wide beach with fine sand allows families and friends to enjoy activities, walk and watch the surfers. The house, with its 4 stylishly decorated rooms, makes for an unforgettable vacation experience. The kitchen is fully equipped. Even lobster lovers can enjoy lobster with the appropriate equipment. Excellent restaurants and stores await you to make your stay even more unforgettable! SPA OPEN ALL YEAR!

A water view slice of heaven at Pepperrell Cove

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of staying in Kittery Point Maine’s exclusive Pepperrell Cove area. • Walk three minutes to dinner at one of three amazing waterfront restaurants • Enjoy a private chartered boat ride from across the street • Rent kayaks • Visit Fort McClary • Hike Cutts Island Trail • Visit Crescent and Seapoint beaches • Shop and dine in Kittery’s Wallingford Square, downtown Portsmouth, and the Kittery Outlets. Everything is within fifteen minutes away!

York Beach, ME home - walk to beaches, lighthouse

Enjoy a little piece of Maine paradise at your soon-to-be little home away from home! York Beach, Maine is a charming coastal town perfectly located in this peaceful piece of New England. The summer season is simply amazing! Visitors will find this location charming, with two beaches within walking distance, quaint boutique shops, an amusement park, and outdoor dining. Enjoy the soft, safe, sandy beaches or take a walk to The Nubble Lighthouse to view the perfect sunsets.

Family home with large fenced yard, pet friendly!

Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located pet friendly home! Walk to Short Sands Beach for relaxing in the sun, shopping, dinner, nightlife and family friendly activities! Giant fenced in private backyard is perfect for quiet evenings, and an ideal space for your four legged friends! Three large bedrooms and an additional sunroom with sleeping capacity for 2 allow for the whole family to comfortably settle in for a seaside vacation.

Cute 1-Bedroom apartment in the woods by the sea

This 1- bedroom apartment is a half mile walk to Cape Neddick Beach, yet tucked away in the privacy of the woods. When the surf is up you can hear the waves crashing on the nearby rocky cove and the clang of the ocean bell buoy. Also conveniently located within 3 miles of York Beach, Ogunquit, Cape Neddick Golf Course, and the Cliff House Resort. Cape Neddick has it all: coastal cliffs, a sandy beach, a scenic river, hiking trails, and fine dining.

Romantic Mirror cabin in the woods

Stay at Hidden Pines Cabins. The Mirror cabin is Maines only 3 sided floor to ceiling mirrored glass cabin. Unwind in the hot tub while looking up at the sky full of stars. Take a sauna while surrounded by nature all around. Located in the majestic forest of mount Agamenticus, the extensive trail system is off of our road. Short drive to the Ogunquit/York beaches, Outlets at Kittery and near Portsmouth, Dover and Portland restaurant scenes.

BEACH RETREAT! 6min walk to Downtown & Short Sands

This home is a spacious, sunny home conveniently located via a 6 min walk to Short Sands beach!! A "right of way" from the backyard takes you to Freeman street and the center of downtown. The perfect base for a family vacation in York. 3 bedrooms, a crib, 2 full baths, large yard, a great deck with a grill and fire pit to enjoy during the Maine evenings. Sunny & cheerful, you can enjoy all that this property has to offer! 

HotTub+Firepit/5 min to DockSquare, Dining, Beach

Follow us on IG @anchorunwind. Escape to a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Kennebunkport area, where modern comfort meets nature's serenity. Our cabin offers an unforgettable vacation experience. ✭"...A must stay location. The host’s were very helpful and genuine..." ✭"...We’ve travelled all around the world and this is in our top 3 Airbnbs we’ve stayed in."