Title: What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Short Sands Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/4eb01701.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/e31b155c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/5d7cac8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/4ca366d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58072700/58072629/536bbf14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Short Sands Beach, What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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 transport - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101214900/101214883/f2734501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun-filled & serene coastal retreat with deck & stunning ocean views - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as e84786ef-cae1-4667-976b-6cb567cfd1cd ## 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%7C43.17257%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 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Nubble Lighthouse - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - York's Wild Kingdom - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Long Sands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Perkins Cove - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles #### 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 - ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬16 min walk - ‪Daybreaker Coffee - ‬6 min drive - ‪Greenleaves - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is What a gem for a quiet and quaint vacation located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Nubble Lighthouse and York's Wild Kingdom are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question