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The Sealander House, a 1926 historical home, exudes old world charm with hardwood floors and a working fireplace. Enjoy modern comforts in the 2 kitchens or unwind on the inviting porches and decks amidst established gardens. Across from Clifford Park, this beautiful property offers plenty of privacy.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious

  • The Sealander House was built by the City's Mayor in 1926. This historical home is full of old world charm, huge rooms, lots of large windows and drenched in sunlight. It features hardwood floors, a working fireplace, pocket doors, French doors, a huge dining room, 2 full kitchens, 2 gas grills, one on the back porch off the kitchen and one on the 2nd floor deck, a large inviting front porches, a large deck off the 2nd floor kitchen, a covered balcony. Lots of privacy with established gardens and a fire pit. The house sits across the Street from Clifford Park. An amazing home perfect for groups, vacations and celebrations. An easy day trip to Portland. The house is close to numerous beaches, a short drive to many popular tourists spots, 25 minutes from Portland and the University of New England is down the street.

    I have a Eufy security system at The Sealander House. The cameras are external. My favorite pics so far have been wildlife.

    *** I LOVE RETURN GUESTS - if you have stayed with me before and would like to return I offer a discount - just ask and I will send you a special offer. ***

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO ONE IS ALLOWED ON THE ROOF AT ANYTIME - you will be made to leave immediately & fined # OF GUESTS IS LMTD TO THE # RECORDED IN THE RESERVATN
NO PETS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME IN THE HOUSE OR ON THE PROPERTY - you will be fined and required to leave
THE USE OF GLITTER OR CONFETTI IS PROHIBITED you will incur an additional cleaning fee of $200.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

About the area

Located in Biddeford, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saco River and Old Orchard Beach. Marden's Surplus and Salvage and Funtown Splashtown USA are also worth visiting. Kayaking, water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Biddeford travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Saco Museum
    Saco Museum
    5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Clifford Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mechanics Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Biddeford Mills Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Biddeford City Theater
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center
    15 min walk
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • 7-Eleven
    11 min walk
  • Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company
    16 min walk
  • Rapid Ray's
    17 min walk
  • Catface Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Magnus on Water
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious located?

Located in the heart of Biddeford, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Clifford Park and Saco River. Mechanics Park and Biddeford Mills Museum are also within 15 minutes. Saco Transportation Center is 15 minutes by foot.

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A historic treasure in Southern Maine, very unique and spacious Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this house. Perfect for a getting ready spot for family before a wedding. Plently of rooms and space for parking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much fun

Plenty of space to spread out. Nice location around a cute town a close to Portland.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James m.

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

Family gathering

We enjoyed getting to see family and friends after 9 years
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

2024 Prelude weekend

Nice old mansion with lots of character plenty room for a big gathering
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Perfect House

This property is beautiful, it offered all the amenities and was super clean. Plenty of space for everyone to spread out or sit together and enjoy a meal. Great outdoor space And plenty of parking. Easy location to surrounding towns or downtown for us. It was a great location to our wedding venue. Also a great hostess!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

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

Christmas Prelude

Excellent location for our group - easy ride into Kennebunkport. House was beautiful and well maintained. Any questions etc were addressed in a very timely manner. Definitely recommend this location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Spacious home

Our family of 12 stayed very comfortably in this huge old home. The dining room accommodated us perfectly. We enjoyed the fire pit and gathering on the front lawn for games and s'mores in the evenings. A good time was had by all, 13-74 years old.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Historic gem!

We enjoyed our stay at the Sealander House. It was the perfect spot for us to host a bridal shower. The space was open and bright and the second full kitchen was such an amazing help. The porches are gorgeous and the guests appreciated being able to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine. Laura was very responsive and helpful. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Ideal house for us!

The Sealander House was perfect for a get-away workspace for our non-profit board of directors to hold our retreat. There were plenty of comfortable places for us to gather, work, discuss, and connect. We were all able to have our own beds (all eight of us)! The house is light, bright, huge but still cozy, and ideal for us. In fact, we would love to come back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

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

Beach Week

We had a great week at the Sealander. Our party of 16 included 9 adults and 6 children ages 18 months to 10 years. There was plenty of space for all. We enjoyed the front porch and yard as well as the living space inside. A/C was great. Plenty of parking for our 5 families. Mature plantings and trees provided privacy. Easy drive to beaches. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia V.

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

Beautiful historical home

We were a group of 10 friends, going to the New England area to see the autumn leaves since we are from Miami. The house is beautiful and very historical, the accommodations very comfortable, we especially enjoyed the garden and the sun room. Plenty of gathering spaces. The kitchen was fully equipped. The bathrooms with plenty of linens. Excellent washer and dryer and dishwasher. Communication with the host was excellent, she is prompt and very pleasant. All in all it was an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

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

Excellent stay, accomodating host

We absolutely loved this old charmer of a house! The property is located in town, but it felt so remote and peaceful due to the trees surrounding the property. The house felt like walking around in a New England dream. The owner was so kind and accomodating and allowed for a little earlier check in as most of us were arriving at a variety of times. There were no crazy close down expectations when leaving. This property is close to so many activities and an absolute must stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Historic Gem

Our family of 15 just stayed at the historic Sealander house and had a great time. The 6 bedrooms and 4 pull-out sofas provided more than enough sleeping options. Being 3 stories tall and temps near 90 all week I thought the house would be uncomfortably hot but AC units in the bedrooms and on each floor kept things very cool. Laura responded quickly to any problems we had which made for a relaxing stay. I would highly recommend this house for a large group looking to visit Southern Maine as a matter of fact the family already booked for 2024!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

Family vacation

We brought our kids and grandkids. Had 19 of us. There was plenty of space. Kids loved how much space room to run and, hide. We all enjoyed the woodchuck who lives under back porch. Location was good. Plenty of towels, toilet paper and trash bags. All appreciated. Only thing I would suggest is putting together 3 ring binder with suggestions for area. Local delivery of pizza etc. otherwise a wonderful place wood highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

paula f.

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

May Graduation

We had our daughter’s graduation and opted for everyone to stay together. Pros: Lots of room to spread out, 2 kitchens stocked for large crowds, wrap around porch , and fire-pit were lovely. Communication with host was immediate and very positive. Cons: Old lumpy/ squeaky mattresses, bed linens, pillows, and towels. Hot water inadequate for 12 people to stay there, advertised for 16. No working ice maker.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

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

Wonderful Stay in Biddeford

We stayed at this wonderful house for a family wedding being held in Buxton. This house was able to accommodate our family (10 adults) and we had plenty of room we could have invited more people! There is a nice sized yard in case you want to do something outside, complete with a fire pit. With three levels, there is enough room in this house to spread out and have quiet time if you want, even if you have a lot of people with you. This house is also well stocked/supplied, you only need to bring your luggage to enjoy your stay. There is a Chinese restaurant so close (and so tasty) if you're tired and don't want to cook. The restaurants and town center isn't that far either. The house has old world charm while having all the current amenities you would need. The owner is wonderful and easy to deal with, while replying quickly. We didn't have an issue at all while staying here.We would definitely recommend this house and wouldn't hesitate to rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was unbelievably accommodating- the house was perfect, super cute and cozy. Highly recommend for a big group of people!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura was so responsive to all our communications. House was great, perfect spot to host our family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen T.

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

Great Biddeford place for large family

Communication was excellent and so thoughtful. We enjoyed everything about the house and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this house was excellent. There were many beds, and great indoor and outdoor space. Laura was very easy to work with and very responsive to any questions we had. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Anniversary trip

Family and friends gathering in Maine for anniversary.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well stocked, plenty of space
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at the Sealander House. It is perfect for an extended family reunion. We found the gathering spaces plentiful and the beds comfortable. Laura is an excellent communicator, quick to respond to our questions and has been very accommodating. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Lovely stay!

We came for the weekend to celebrate my mom's 75th birthday with her children and 6 grandkids. The house was perfect for all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

APRIL C.

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

Excellent

Very nice place very easy experience, exactly what we hoped for. We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023