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Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit

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Close to Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach, Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit provides a firepit, a garden and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit

  • Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR - Screened Porch & Fire Pit

    Welcome to Between Two Sands, our family beach house on a quiet private road in York Beach. Spend your days at Long Sands or Short Sands, walk into town for ice cream and arcade games, then come home to dinner on the screened porch and an evening around the fire pit.

    With four bedrooms, room for up to 10 guests, and beach gear to lighten your packing, the house makes it easy to settle into a Maine beach week.

    WALK TO BOTH BEACHES

    Our location puts both sides of York Beach within walking distance:

    • Long Sands for beach days and walks along the water
    • Short Sands for the beach, restaurants, shops, playground, and arcade
    • York’s Wild Kingdom for a family outing close to home

    Local pedestrian cut-throughs offer shorter routes than some driving directions show. Many guests park when they arrive and use their car very little during their stay.

    SPACE TO GATHER AND UNWIND

    The main floor brings the living room, dining area, and kitchen together so everyone can stay connected while cooking, playing games, or relaxing after the beach.

    The screened porch is a favorite gathering spot for morning coffee, family meals, reading, and evening card games. Outside, enjoy the yard, gas grill, and fire pit. A hot-and-cold outdoor shower makes rinsing off after the beach easy.

    FOUR BEDROOMS

    • First floor: Queen bedroom
    • Second floor: Two queen bedrooms
    • Second floor: One bedroom with a queen bed and twin-over-full bunk bed

    Fresh bed linens and pillows are provided. Window air conditioners serve all four bedrooms and the main living area.

    There is one full bathroom on the first floor and a half bathroom upstairs, plus the seasonal outdoor shower.

    COOKING AND EVERYDAY CONVENIENCES

    The refreshed kitchen features painted cabinetry, updated hardware, a new sink and faucet, and a garbage disposal. It’s stocked with cookware, dishes, glassware, and utensils for breakfasts, beach lunches, and dinners at home.

    You’ll also find:

    • Coffee maker, Keurig, and coffee grinder
    • Microwave, toaster, and blender
    • Washer and dryer
    • Wi-Fi and smart TV
    • Keyless entry

    Please note that the kitchen does not have a dishwasher.

    PACK A LITTLE LIGHTER

    We keep a selection of beach chairs, beach toys, boogie boards, a beach wagon or cart, and family games for guests to enjoy. If a particular item is essential to your trip, please ask before booking so we can confirm availability.

    PACK A LITTLE LIGHTER

    Traveling with children means bringing plenty of gear, so we’ve stocked the house with useful extras:

    • Pack ’n Play
    • High chair
    • Children’s books, toys, and family games
    • Beach chairs and beach toys
    • Boogie boards
    • Beach wagon or cart

    If a particular item is essential to your trip, please ask before booking so we can confirm availability. GOOD TO KNOW

    • Maximum occupancy is 10 guests
    • Peak summer stays run Saturday to Saturday
    • The house is on a private dirt road
    • The home uses well water with whole-house filtration
    • Air conditioning is provided by window units
    • The outdoor shower is available seasonally
    • No dishwasher
    • No smoking

    Between Two Sands is a casual Maine beach house made for sandy feet, shared meals, and time together. We continue to care for and update the home each season, and we love welcoming families back year after year.

    SUMMER 2027 BOOKING IS OPEN

    Choose your week and make yourself at home between the sands.

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About the area

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Nubble Lighthouse and Market Square are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Center For Wildlife, or check out an event or a game at York Golf and Tennis Club. Visit our York Beach travel guide
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York, ME

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves, a child in a pink jacket, and houses in the background.
    Long Sands Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A close-up of a horse's eye and part of its face.
    York's Wild Kingdom
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A coastal town with a Jeep parked on the street, a signpost with directions to beaches and a lighthouse, and a building with a 'OPEN' sign.
    Short Sands Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A white lighthouse with a red roof, a white house with a green door, and a red shed on a grassy hill.
    Nubble Lighthouse
    4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A beach with a man and a child walking along the shore.
    Ogunquit Beach
    13 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Anthony's Food Shop
    6 min drive
  • Union Bluff Grill & Pub
    12 min walk
  • Cape Neddick Lobster Pound
    4 min drive
  • The Goldenrod
    10 min walk
  • Fox's Lobster House
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly York Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Nubble Lighthouse is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Walk to Long & Short Sands - 4BR, Sleeps 10 - Screened Porch + Fire Pit Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for another wonderful stay. I love the upgrades (the kitchen looks great), and it's still in the perfect location. The A/C was a big plus this year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house and location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York beach stay

Very clean and comfortable property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Family Vacation

Great house with many family amenities from a full functional kitchen to a great laundry to toys and equipment for the kids and a supply of beach needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for families

Amy and Kevin's beach house is great for getting the family together for a great beach week. Everything you need, plenty of space, and just a short walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotlessly clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed for a relaxing beach vacation. It was very well equipped with kitchen appliances and ice maker. Beautiful yard, with fire pit. And a very convenient outdoor shower! It was really nice having use of children's toys. My 4 year old granddaughter gets bored easily, and there were so many new things for her to use. Our host Amy, seemed very invested in our vacation being perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Great quiet location. Easy to beach or town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The house is great! Great location and wonderful amenities! Everything you need is there waiting for you - from baby gear to paper products, and all the kitchen appliances/dishes/glasses… even a blender! We all enjoyed our week so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation in York Beach August 2024

Great location! Quiet neighborhood! Beach house had everything we needed. Quick response from owner when we had a Wi-Fi issue .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a perfect vacation staying in the VRBO. The home ia located in a great spot and is nice & roomy with 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. It easily accomodated a family of 6. The kids had a blast with the toys available in the outdoor shed. Short Sands beach and the town of Short Sands was an easy walk from the home. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is perfect for us. Really quiet and safe for the children (it's on a private dirt road away from the crowds) but a 5-10 minutes walk will bring you to short sands beach or long sand beach, your choice ! The house is super comfortable and everything is there for families. We will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

Location is great! The owners have thought of and provided everything you could possibly need. The outdoor shower is to die for! The screened porch is great and helps keep the house clean. I would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Great location. Easy walk to beach and town. Well kept home. Amy was very easy to communicate with and responded promptly. The screened porch was a nice retreat, the outdoor shower was lovely and very helpful! Home was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would go back again and again

Such an ideal location, great house, so well furnished. We were 10 and all had an amazing stay. The outdoor living - the screened porch/outdoor shower/firepit/grass area… - was where we spent most of our time, and the short walk to the beach was pleasant. Amy was fast to respond and very helpful. Strongly recommend and would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As in the past everything was perfect! The owners thought of everything. It was very clean and it felt like home. We couldn’t get a better location. You park the car for the week and can walk everywhere from the house. My family loves your home.The screened porch and the outdoor shower are our favorite places at the house. I hope we can continue to return each year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location!

A fun time was had by all! This house could not have been in a better location- literally between 2 sands! Long Sands beach, with its packed sand, was perfect for evening walks, reading and playing some volleyball. Short Sands beach had sun, sand, and a nice breeze- a perfect beach day. And how many people can say they WALKED to the zoo?! Everything less than 10 minutes away. Plenty of room for all at the house. Nice quiet neighborhood. Would def stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

More Than Expected

The house was spacious. Providing comfort for 4 adults, a preteen and a teenager. All amenities of home were available, no need to pack anything except your clothing and the washer/dryer was a major us. The home's location is in a quiet neighborhood with an easy 5 minute walk to Long Sands Beach and +/-7 minutes to Short Sands Beach the York Beach downtown area for dining, arcade fun and souvenirs. The family enjoyed are stay and have booked for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

Our time at York Beach was excellent, due primarily to our stay here. I was surprised how spacious the house is, as it seemed smaller in the photos! It is pretty close to the beach (I would say less than a 10 minute walk) and is so private and quiet, which was awesome. The screened porch was a highlight, as was the air conditioning, which many houses at York Beach don’t have. Any amenities that we would want or need were included, which made the trip much easier. To demonstrate how great the owners of the house are, they gave us a discount because the landscapers showed up to do some extensive work while we were there, which wasn’t supposed to occur until the following week. It wasn’t much of a bother to us but the fact that they proactively reached out to us to both (unnecessarily) apologize and provide a discount demonstrates how much they want their guests to enjoy their stay. All in all, a great experience and we would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised. Easy walk to short sands and long sands beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying at this beach home. The home was very clean and comfortable, and the host was easy to work with. We walked to the beach every day, walked to the quaint downtown shops and eateries, and walked to the brewery at the end of the road. The host provided many beach items such as a beach umbrella and a wagon which really came in handy. Our grandchildren loved the bunk bed and the many toys and books in the home. It was an awesome family vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

This house was a gem! Location was excellent and the home was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach vacation

We stayed here for my sons 6th birthday to spend time at the beach. We loved the house and the town, and had a few great beach days in between cloudy weather. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for the beach!

It's a perfect place for a family. Everyone gets their own room, there's plenty of space in the enclosed porch to relax, and it's a short walk to the beach. You can't go wrong!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific house!

Easy getaway! Easy check in, great location, super clean, relaxing outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Been going to York since I was a kid and been in a variety of places. Tried Kevin and Amy's and it was a great fit. Short walk to the beach and town make it perfectly situated for families. Very highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023