Title: Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village. 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 # Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village. Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34009500/34009420/32010573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34009500/34009420/24fdf37e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34009500/34009420/7be35b8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34009500/34009420/4bf11de1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34009500/34009420/166cd54c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village. and take advantage of golfing on-site, a water park and a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms7 bathrooms5000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village. The Briars is a 19th century shingle style “cottage” located in the heart of York Harbor, Maine and a short five minute walk to the beach. Listen to the fishing boats as they depart the Harbor each morning, smell the salty air and feel the gentle ocean breeze. The home has been entertaining guests for over a century, most recently as a bed-and-breakfast for the past 30 years. You’ll have plenty of room for gathering with family and friends including lots of space for lounging on one of the many porches/decks. Some of the rooms offer views of the harbor where time will slowly pass as you watch the boats come and go. 8 bedrooms with 7 bathrooms means plenty of room for the whole family without long wait times to take a shower! The charming home was renovated to include 5 new bathrooms (the other two of seven are already modern) and new furnishings to ensure you have a very comfortable stay. We offer one of the best per room/per night fees or per person/per night of any large rental in York Harbor. Our home is in an ideal spot to enjoy the sought after environs of York Harbor. Guests can easily walk to the Harbor Beach known for its family friendly atmosphere. The Cliff Walk starts at the Harbor Beach and offers spectacular views of the rocky Maine coast and stunning Victorian mansions. The Hartley Mason estate is a beautiful public park overlooking the Harbor Beach with flower gardens and plenty of shade from the summer sun. Moulton Park is two doors down the street from us with a fantastic space for any outdoor activity with lots of sun and shade. The Fisherman’s Walk is steps away where you stroll along the river and enjoy views of the boats coming in and out of the harbor – including lobsterman with their fresh catch of the day. Fisherman’s walk brings you to the Wiggly Bridge-Steadman Woods where you can take a loop through the forest or continue walking to the historic York Village. York Village (less than five minutes away by car in case you lost track of how long you’ve been walking) was settled in 1624 (3 years after Plymouth Plantation!) and offers a rich array of historical buildings (e.g Old Gaol – one of the oldest jails in America; a one room school house; Jefferds Tavern; The Old Burying Ground featuring 18th-19th century carved tombstones; and the John Hancock Warehouse etc.). The Harbor is rich in culture and fine dining. The York Art Association is located a few houses down the street from us. George Marshall store gallery is located through the Steadman Woods and has a series of art exhibits during the year (the curator lives down the street from our house). There are other small galleries and shops in the Village. York Harbor Inn, Stage Neck Inn, and Chapman Cottage each offer award winning dining and are all a five minute walk from our home. The Dockside Restaurant is located across the harbor (five minute drive away) and is a great spot to view the marina and have a great meal. The marina offers boat and kayak rentals for those wishing to experience some “ocean” culture. The York area and surrounding towns offer a never ending list of things to do. Visit lighthouses. Go whale watching. Explore forts and historical sights. Enjoy the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. Hike Mt. Agamenticus for breathtaking views of the ocean to the east and forest/mountains to the west (you can also drive to the top if you are feeling lazy and visit the nature exhibit in the old ski lodge). Shop at the Kittery Outlets (save this for those rainy days). Visit the York Beach boardwalk with an amusement park, bowling, arcade, shops, live entertainment, salt water taffy and more. Hiking-Biking-Boating-Sunbathing…or just reading a book in the many nooks of our beautiful home. You will love the relaxed pace of Maine. There is a reason our state motto is "Maine, the way life should be". Looking to accommodate an even bigger group? We also have a 10 bedroom/8 bathroom property that is close by. We have a six bedroom home that we offer only very selectively that is in between the other two properties. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - 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 - Dishwasher - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7 shared bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 5,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33551200/33551138/3c34d17e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous home: walk to beach, harbor, cliff walk, wiggly bridge, dining etc. York Harbor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 142 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=33551138&PinnedHotelID=33551138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33947100/33947095/54474074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GREAT FOR FAMILY REUNIONS! 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If you want loud outdoor gatherings at night, this is not the home for you. See rule #1, be respectful of neighbors. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No loud noises after 9 pm. ### 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 Note from host: No loud noises after 9 pm. 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 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 ## 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%7C43.13501%2C-70.64338&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9K5EVbEZDLRp49Q1Bdbs3cush4U=) York, ME #### What's nearby - York Harbor Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Long Sands Beach - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles - Short Sands Beach - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles - York's Wild Kingdom - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles - Nubble Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 4.5 miles #### Getting around - Wells Regional Transportation Center - 18 min drive - Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬6 min drive - ‪St. Joe's Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ruby's Wood Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bagel Basket - ‬13 min walk - ‪Stage Neck Inn - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Classic Maine Cottage short walk to beach, harbor, trails, park & village. located? > This family-friendly York Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Sayward-Wheeler House Museum, York Harbor Beach and Cliff Walk. Wiggly Bridge and Steedman Woods and Old Gaol 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