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Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!

This is the Extremely rare. "On the Beach" Beach house. Over 100 years old. This charming Old Ocean Front Inn was converted in the 80's to a 2 family home. I live in 1 unit. It is rich in character and history and has been modernized with everything you could need. Steps off the deck onto the sandy beach. Breath taking views from your 40' deck overlooking Willard Beach and the islands. Watch the ships, from cruise ships over 1000' and tankers as big to the local lobster men as they all pass right in front of you. Located on a neighborhood beach, this home is only 10 minutes from Portland's Old Port Area and the waterfront. House is comfortably furnished and all you need to provide is your sunblock and beach towels. I,ll make sure you have everything else you need.

Property manager

John Murphy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: All pets must be approved by owner.

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
Note from host: contact owner for any additional fees for events
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 and a first aid kit
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

Beach House 10' From the Ocean!
Charming 100+ Year old Inn 10' From the Ocean!
Beach House on Willard Beach!!! 10' From the Ocean!!

About the neighborhood

Map
South Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • State Theatre - 7 min drive
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 7 min drive
  • Merrill Auditorium - 8 min drive
  • Maine Medical Center - 8 min drive
  • Thompson's Point - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 17 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luke's Lobster Portland Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red's Dairy Freeze - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willard Beach vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay and Willard Beach. Southern Maine Community College and Fort Preble are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Charming 110-year former Inn 10' from the Ocean! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Duane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay on Casio Bay
John was great and the view was a amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on Willard Beach
Great spot and very nice host. We will return again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable location!
Perfect location for our holiday, we used it as a base to explore locally. The house itself is a lovely old house with real character. We loved staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Wonderful waterfront property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Comfortable home right on the beach. Close to local sites, and the perfect place for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Towson, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly special spot overlooking Willard Beach and Casco Bay
Rental with truly amazing views just steps from Willard Beach and a short walk to wonderful local bakeries, shops and walking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach house
Very comfortable and well-situated home, right on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time!
We stayed 2 nights. Perfect place for what we wanted to see and do. Host was very communicative. Definitely would recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view was breathtaking, we were able to observe all of the sailboats in the area and the dog-friendly beach. John was a great host and we will definitely return when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ron M., Pardeeville,WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacat
The view of the bay was nice. Closeness to town made it easy to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor Views
Beautifully located on beach overlooking the harbor! Just an awesome set up!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time
We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed this property. The host was very friendly and communicative via phone. Views are beautiful; its quiet and relaxing. It is also very close to many restruants and things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week at Willard’s Beach
Wanted to introduce our grandchildren to Maine and this was the perfect location. Right on the beach, the house had everything we needed and more. Our host supplied us with suggestions of places to visit and best of all, he told us many historical facts of the neighborhood. I’ll always remember the views from the top deck, as we drank wine and ate a fresh caught lobster dinner. Best location and vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great View
I have to say the owners were very nice and accommodating. The house was very spacious and the view was fabulous! Would definitely go back to stay. Everything was so close also.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setting on community beach
Family friendly community beach location. This upstairs rental has amazing views from inside its sliding glass doors on cooler days but being out on the balcony was the best part! Inside was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Portland Dream Come True 💕
Lovely home in a beautiful location. Very welcoming, cozy, and friendly. Easy check-in and check-out process. The owner was very accommodating and helpful. Made amazing memories and look forward to returning soon. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

katie n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation weekend
Came to celebrate graduation weekend for my niece. This property was greatvgathering point with the best views and super location close to everything. John was so friendly and welcoming. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A dream location! A beautiful property! Our 2nd year in a row staying here! Will be back next year!
John is amazing and is a great host. The best Vrbo experience ever! PS The best shower, too! Loved our stay! Took a billion pictures at sunset….. sunrise is right behind the point… spectacular!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of wintry Portland
Several friends and I stayed at this property over the long weekend and had a wonderful time. The views are gorgeous, located right on Willard Beach. Coupled with a snowy day and a warm fire, it made for the quintessential Maine experience. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Erica S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location
I love the location, but hoped the majority of space was on ground floor as my grandmother had difficulty with the flight of stairs with the wobbly hand railing. The host was wonderful to deal with and we overall enjoyed our time by the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View
We truly enjoyed our experience staying in this home. The owner, John, was a so kind and friendly. The views were more than we expected, from the beach to cruise ships rolling through the harbor, and light houses and schooners passing through the bay. It was so lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location. House could not be closer to the beach. You have your own large private balcony directly on the beach. Short drive to downtown Porland. There are a few close places to walk to also. We spent every night and morning on the balcony watching the boats go by and dogs playing on the beach early morning and nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Clean, comfortable, convenient location
Stayed here during a gorgeous New England fall weekend. This perfect house on the beach has exactly what you want (and more) from a beach vacation home. Clean, well-equipped, and exactly like the description/photographs. Spectacular views! Will absolutely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

joshua m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Portland
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Dogs
This rental is perfect for your furry friend! It's right on the most popular "dog beach" in the Portland area. The other major attraction is the spectacular view! It would be easy to just sit on the deck all day watching the light change over the day on the ocean and harbor islands.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023