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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.

*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 🚗

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.

The Penthouse on Penhallow
Overlooking the historical district of Downtown Portsmouth, this modern open concept 2 bed, 2.5 bath unit is downtown luxury city living. Featuring a fully loaded kitchen, plush king beds, queen sleeper sofa, exposed beam and brick, the Penthouse puts you in the heart of it all. The dining, shopping, and walkable venue access makes this location sought after by locals and travelers alike! Make this your home base for the night or the month and enjoy all of what Portsmouth offers, year round.

Luxurious Oceanfront Property
Welcome to The Luxurious, where a unique boat feeling awaits you. Completely remodeled with high-end finishing, an elevator accesses all three levels. An open floor concept invites the ocean breeze and offers unique views. A modern fitness room, a year-round hot tub and firepit will enhance your stay. After a day at the beach, enjoy the sunset from the house and walk to the Nubble Light House to savor Maine's famous blueberry ice cream and pie ! Fishing dock not available at the moment.

New 3 BD, 2 BA home, 6 min walk to Long Sands.
Completely redone, high end finishes, a created pint of perfection. Come see how to best create a 1,500 sq foot home with room for time together and also spacious bedrooms and baths. I think you’ll find this home has everything the York rental market DOESNT! New, sleek, fashionable and family focused. DO YOU HAVE A LARGE GROUP OR FAMILY AND NEED MORE THAN ONE HOUSE? We bought 3 houses all next to each other. Ask about our other listings and maybe book all three!

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.

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.

History Steps from the Beach
If you’re looking for more space and amenities than staying in a hotel room, but still want the cleanliness and professionalism you’d expect from one, then you may enjoy staying here. Our spacious 3 room, 1,200 square foot historic (c. 1670) one bedroom apartment for two guests has exposed beams, wide pine floors, full bath, kitchenette, and is just a short walk to Long Sands Beach or a short drive to York Beach, York Harbor, or York Village.

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!
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Condo rentals with wifi

Waterfront Two Master Suite Penthouse with Rooftop

Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!

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Tranquil Haven - Minutes from Perkins Cove

First Floor Portland Condo 3 Bed 2 Bath + Parking

Seacoast Getaway

Badgers Island Condo- Sweeping Portsmouth Views #1

Condo by Perkins Cove
Family-friendly house rentals

Family home with large fenced yard, pet friendly!

Family House on Short Sands at York Beach

Overlook York Beach Cottage 1 - Walk to Beach!

Treat Yourself (to a York Beach Modernized Gem)

1 MILE TO LONG OR SHORT SANDS BEACH

Long Sands Retreat Quick walk to beach (0.7 mi)

Classic, calm river view & centrally located home

Oceanfront w/ Views | Walk to Short Sands Beach
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Top Level Unit | Ocean Views | "The Sunrise Deck"

Twenty Shore - 2 Ocean Suite

Chic Loft-Style Condo in Downtown Portsmouth

2 bedroom 2 bath apartment!

Charming retreat in Kittery

Breathtaking Ocean Front Views!

Fresh Modern Garden Level Kittery Studio

Historic Portsmouth at Your Doorstep
Other great vacation rentals near Short Sands Beach

Contemporary 2 BR Apartment | Close to beaches

Rising Tide at Long Sands Beach!

Seaside Cottage

York Adventure, 10 min walk to Long Sands beach.

Historic Carriage House just steps from Casco Bay!

Luxury Ocean Retreat on the Nubble

A sunny cottage by the beach!

Here Comes the Sun. York beaches
Destinations to explore
- Sebago Lake
- Ogunquit Beach
- Hampton Beach
- Wells Beach
- Long Sands Beach
- Willard Beach
- Canobie Lake Park
- York Harbor Beach
- North Hampton Beach
- Scarborough Beach
- Footbridge Beach
- Crane Beach
- Cape Neddick Beach
- Jenness Beach
- East End Beach
- Snhu Arena
- Gooch's Beach
- Hills Beach
- Salisbury Beach
- Salem Witch Museum
- Good Harbor Beach
- Fortunes Rocks Beach
- Salem Willows Park
- Wallis Sands Beach





