Title: Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! Holiday home in Wells with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! ![Smart TV, stereo - Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! (Wells)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109299200/109299187/2433fe7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! (Wells)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109299200/109299187/d23c476a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! (Wells)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109299200/109299187/0c88bd8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! (Wells)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109299200/109299187/3b95076e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo - Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! (Wells)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109299200/109299187/0de9fbb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this charming coastal cottage, where you can unwind on the screened porch or gather around the outdoor fireplace. Enjoy ocean marsh views and easy access to downtown Ogunquit's restaurants, shops, and activities. High-speed WiFi keeps you connected while a fully loaded kitchen lets you savor home-cooked meals. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available £510 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 ## 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. ### Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! Welcome to our charming coastal cottage, just 0.5 miles from the beach and 2 miles from downtown Ogunquit. Enjoy stunning ocean marsh views, and walk to nearby restaurants, a grocery store, movie theater, and miniature golf. Our cozy home features 3 bedrooms, a screened porch, an outdoor fireplace, high-speed WiFi, and a shed with beach gear. The fully loaded kitchen and coffee set up provide all the comforts of home. Perfect for a relaxing coastal getaway! Please note indoor fires are not prohibited. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228402/b5cc9401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Maine Retreat \~ 1 Mile to BEACH! 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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 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 ![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%7C43.30314%2C-70.58062&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QyR_azMN03wTvwnZw7SitVhWoeI=) Wells, ME #### What's nearby - Wells Beach \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Crescent Beach \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Ogunquit Beach \- 7 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Marginal Way \- 8 min drive \- 5.1 miles - Hampton Beach \- 37 min drive \- 40.9 miles #### Getting around - Wells Regional Transportation Center - 12 min drive - Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 21 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk - ‪Mike's Clam Shack - ‬12 min walk - ‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells!? ### How much is parking at Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells!? ### Where is Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Salt Box by the Sea: Water View - Charming 3-bedroom Cottage in Wells! 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz R. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Stay Peaceful stay at a perfect locations with great views, house had everything we needed. ##### Liz R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike L. 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great view, cute house. We had a great stay at the Salt box. It feels very coastal with views of the inlet, and short drive to the beach. It is also close to all amenities you might need, and many good restaurants. Had an overall great stay. ##### Mike L. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We had a wonderful stay at this rental! The house was spotless and just a short drive to the beach and some amazing local restaurants. It’s in a perfect location—peaceful, yet close to charming towns like York, Ogunquit, and Kennebunkport. Highly recommend for a relaxing and convenient getaway! ##### Adam Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig B. 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Wife and I wanted to take a trip with our dogs home was more than accommodating for us and the pups we had a great time would love to stay there again. ##### Craig B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Regina K. 19 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation This home is sparkling clean and very comfortable. The decor is quaint and we loved the Maine theme throughout. The location is great! The host is very responsive. We loved being able to bring our dogs! ##### Regina K. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole A. 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winter weekend Had to come up for a family matter and this location was perfect spot to have a bit of downtime in an otherwise stressful situation. Great host, very clean. Thank you ##### Nicole A. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris K. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick getaway Great cottage in Wells with centralized location and access to Rt. 1 to go north towards Kennebunk or south to Ogunquit. Quiet neighborhood with a great view of the marsh out the front windows. 3 good sized bedrooms and livings spaces. Worked well for a winter weekend, but I am sure it is even better during the summer months. ##### Chris K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### angela g. 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location !! ##### angela g. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren K. 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our stay was perfect. Loved the location, close to town, grocery and the beach! House was clean and tidy and comfortable - even for my elderly Mother in Law. Thank you! ##### Lauren K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal S. 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Probably the kindest hosts we’ve experienced yet! What a great location. And the cottage was spotless. ##### Crystal S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### becky b. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a last minute trip and so happy I found this house. Beach was close and quiet for an early June visit and Billy restaurant was so close and great food. Will be visiting again. ##### becky b. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob M. 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Pet friendly. Clean and cozy. ##### Jacob M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy R. 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a perfect little piece of heaven. This was a girls only trip and the patio was perfect for drinking wine and late night conversations. Very peaceful and quiet. We had everything we needed to be comfortable. It is absolutely adorable. I highly recommend. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/551ffb74-df39-4c64-b79d-26fd457c2b5a-1758733808612.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tammy R. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole A. 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second stay A second stay at this property tied to a trip to manage some family matters. Great hosts that are easy to work with and the property is just what I needed. Thank you! ##### Nicole A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael H. 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Quaint house, nicely accommodated. Couple of issues, but contact was very expedient in resolving. Screened in porch could use more lighting and screens repaired. ##### Michael H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara G. 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Sara G. 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