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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

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South Portland, ME
  • Popular LocationState Theatre5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCasco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal5 min drive
  • Popular LocationThompson's Point8 min drive
  • AirportSanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Willard Beach Neighborhood-Close to all Southern Maine has to offer!

Come experience a bit of history in this 1200 sq ft , circa 1870 cottage with charming original features and modern conveniences. Located in the desirable Willard Beach neighborhood, you can park your car and walk for your entire stay. It’s only a 5 minute walk to Willard Square, with the best bagels from ‘Bangor to Miami’ per Food & Wine magazine, 5 more minutes to Willard Beach. 3 lighthouses are in walking distance and if you want night life, it’s only a 10 minute Uber ride to Portland's Old Port! Want to eat some fantastic food? You’re just steps from fine dining at David's Restaurant as well as the beloved neighborhood DiPietro's Market serving pizza, sandwiches and offers a wide selection of craft beer and wine. Close to bakery's, restaurants, ice cream and coffee shops, this home is close to everything southern Maine has to offer. Beaches, Lighthouses, Restaurants, Breweries and Portland's Old Port. Adults and kids of all ages welcome. Don't forget your bikes!

Property manager

Mike Backman

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

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
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: May inquire about pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Willard Beach Neighborhood-close all Southern Maine has Offer

About the area

South Portland

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Willard, a neighborhood in South Portland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Orchard Beach and Mackworth Island State Park, while Thompson's Point and Lyric Music Theater are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Arena or Merrill Auditorium. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • State Theatre - 5 min drive
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 5 min drive
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Merrill Auditorium - 6 min drive
  • Thompson's Point - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 13 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 20 min walk
  • Starbucks - 2 min drive
  • Evelyn's Tavern - 19 min walk
  • Red's Dairy Freeze - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Willard Beach Neighborhood-Close to all Southern Maine has to offer! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Willard Beach Neighborhood-Close to all Southern Maine has to offer!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Willard Beach Neighborhood-Close to all Southern Maine has to offer!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Willard Beach Neighborhood-Close to all Southern Maine has to offer! located?

Located in Willard, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Casco Bay, Willard Beach, and Lyric Music Theater. Southern Maine Community College and Fort Preble are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is fantastic
Listing is spot on, loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, old Maine house
We had a lovely stay at Mike's house. It was very clean and spacious. A couple of things to note: - The bathroom is off of the dining room, which is on the first floor, while the bedrooms are on the second floor. If you're someone who uses the bathroom frequently in the middle of the night, you may not like this arrangement. - It is an old house, so the floors are not flat. We had a nice stay at this house and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short family trip
It's an older house but was good for the family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Webber O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little home for a quick getaway.
We were just here for a couple of days and this place was perfect. Walking distance to bakeries, beaches, and lighthouses. Don't miss Scratch Bakery, Willard Beach, Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, the Portland Head Light, or the Lobster Shack at Two Lights (we Ubered there)! Mike was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little gem!
We had a wonderful stay! The check in was easy, the location was great, the beds were super comfortable, and there was a great set up in the 2nd /3rd bedroom (they are connected) for our 3 kids (ages 3, 4, and 6). We had the 3 year old on the trundle which he loved and the middle child got her "own room" which was connected to the 2nd bedroom. The setup was great. Note: we are out of the baby stage but the master bedroom has a closet large enough to fit a pack n play if that would be helpful for anyone to know :) What a great visit! Make sure you get donuts from The Cookie Jar (apple cider was AMAZING) and an oatmeal cream pie from Rosemont Market! Also if your kids are like mine, they LOVED jumping from rock to rock all the way to the lighthouse at Spring Point Lighthouse. All of these are so close by, as is a cute little playground that we scootered to. Maine vacay was a huge success!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend in Cute Cottage
We loved our stay. The cottage is so comfortable. Loved the air conditioning in the bedroom and all of the space. My husband and I had a great visit with his mom in this beautiful cottage. Plenty of room to complete a puzzle on a rainy day. Walking distance to David’s, Scratch Bakery & the beach. Our host was also so nice and excellent at communicating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Al and Joan K., Fenton, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location VRBO
Despite the hot weather we enjoyed every day of our stay. Didn't realize there was no central air so window AC was adequate for upstairs bedrooms. Unusally hot for Maine, not the fault of the host. Very hospitable and available for all our needs. Very easy to work with. Portland hot spots very short drive. Awesome bakery and coffee within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip to Portland
This was an ideal location and setup for our group! Five minutes to Portland Head Light, we loved going to Willard Beach, Scratch Bagels, and downtown Portland. The washer and dryer were really convenient and the window AC units kept it cool on 85 degree days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
1 week summer vacation
We had a great time in South Portland (1st visit to Maine) and spent actually all day outdoor (beaches, ports, boat trip, hiking). Our hosts were very kind and always responded immediately. Thank you for the hospitality! There was just one thing we would have liked to know beforehand: The cottage is on the main road.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marika M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and a cute house!
This house is located in a great location! In walking distance to the beach, coffee, ice cream and food! An easy drive into Portland too. The house provided plenty of space for our family of 5 and I’d recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022