Title: What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation Vacation home with kitchen, near Long Sands Beach ## Photo gallery for What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation ![Exterior - What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/536bbf14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/5d7cac8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/ccd92515.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/0513d9b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/65f1631a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation. 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom cottage perched high on the Nubble Peninsula. This home offers a large wrap-around deck with ample room inside as well. Nicely decorated with light interior, all open concept living, dining room with fully stocked kitchen. Clean and vacation-like home with two parking spots right up front. Just a short Stroll to two Sandy beaches at York Beach. The sleeping arrangements are all upstairs with one-room sleep all set up. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### 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) ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39150000/39148300/39148222/fb19aae5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious home close to the beach with golf & playground nearby - dogs welcome York - 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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 e84786ef-cae1-4667-976b-6cb567cfd1cd ## About the area Located in York Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Marginal Way. York's Wild Kingdom and Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting. [Visit our York Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/York-Beach.dx183307) [View more Vacation homes in York Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/York-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183307-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.17257%2C-70.59937&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RfyF9-JOYMbUrPu2-MtnL8z-VGU=) York, ME ### What's nearby - ![Short Sands Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333260/0e078a19-ca10-46f8-883a-a3f0ad6e7c89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Short Sands Beach 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Considered to be the "most photographed" lighthouse, this 41-foot conical tower sits on the summit of Cape Neddick Bubble, a small offshore rocky islet, looking proudly over the Atlantic. During the Xmas holidays is beautifully decored and its sight is even more impressive. There is a free parking lot at Sohier Park, just in front of the island, but be aware, the weather is bitter cold. #MyBackyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140637/107101b0-455e-4b27-8723-421bb56b7f67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nubble Lighthouse 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Eye of the beholder. He was looking at me when I took the picture. #vacation #roadtrip #nature #outdoor #NikonD3100 #macrophotography #macrolens ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140637/5d9dd8c4-82a0-4723-90c4-a10deefe715d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York's Wild Kingdom 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![Long Sands Beach featuring general coastal views and a coastal town as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333371/80b2b18b-24c7-499b-9371-8efa9a2cf198.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Long Sands Beach 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - ![Ogunquit Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171966/56ed95d0-3fc7-445a-83e3-4fad0c2654f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ogunquit Beach 14 min drive \- 12.8 km ### Getting around - Wells Regional Transportation Center 24 min drive - Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Anthony's Food Shop 7 min drive - Lobster in the Rough 5 min drive - The Goldenrod 14 min walk - Greenleaves 8 min drive - Fox's Lobster House 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation? ### What time is check-out at What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation? ### Where is What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle P. Aug 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacations! We really enjoyed our staying at the cottage. It had everything we needed, quiet, distance walk from beach. Thanks!! ##### Isabelle P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea L. Aug 14, 2024 #### Perfect for a small family I’ve stayed here multiple times because it’sa perfect since for my family. The beds are cozy and the set up and location are perfect. Close to both King and short sands, Nubble light house and great area for walking. All the amenities are included and i look forward to coming back year after year! ##### Andrea L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martine P. Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Biking family We had a very nice time at the house. We biked everywhere from long sand to short sand, and to go in the village. The walk to short sand is very nice also. The kitchen is missing some piece of cookware, but we manage to cook anyways. The porch is very nice and cosy. We recommande for sure. ##### Martine P. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meghan D. Aug 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place Great little place within walking distance to beach, restaurants, shops and a park. ##### Meghan D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally D. Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Small; but great ##### Sally D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea B. Aug 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and cozy! The property is super cute and cozy in a great location! Felt very safe and surrounded by beautiful homes. It was small but had everything we needed. I would recommend it mostly to parties of 3-4 guests. ##### Andrea B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Amanda P. Jul 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### cozy beach cottages with great location Property is walking distance to Short Sands and Nubble Lighthouse. It is a cozy beach cottage located between other rental properties. Convenient to W/D and they offer use of beach items. The beds are all upstairs. They are a bit rickety and we learned before arrival NO linens or paper products (including TP) are provided. This was not mentioned in the listing but was resolved by charging a 25$ pp fee. Reasonable price for a great York Beach location for couple/small family, but if you’re looking for privacy this may not be your place. ##### Amanda P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Dan M. Sep 12, 2025 ##### Dan M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025