Lil' Cottage Retreat

Cottage with deck & sunroom - steps to Long Sands Beach
Cottage with deck & sunroom - steps to Long Sands Beach
Cottage with deck & sunroom - steps to Long Sands Beach

Cottage in York, Maine

Guests
6 Guests
Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 Bathroom

Locally Owned & Operated

Casago Franchise Owner

Locally Owned & Operated
Rating4.83

What our guests are saying...

AI-generated from guest reviews for this property

Lil' Cottage Retreat is described as exactly as advertised, offering a great value with a roomy layout that feels larger than expected and works well for relaxing family getaways. Guests consistently found the home comfortable, cozy, bright, and homey, with spacious living areas, comfortable bedrooms, and inviting spots like the sunroom, porch, deck, and patio for dining or unwinding. The property is repeatedly praised for being super clean, well kept, and thoughtfully stocked with the essentials needed for an easy stay. Its location stands out as a major highlight, with the cottage just across from the beach and within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, and other local attractions. Guests also appreciated the ocean views and the chance to hear the waves from the house, porch, and sunroom. The well-equipped kitchen, ample communal space, convenient parking, and features like the electric fireplace added to the overall appeal.

Overview

The open expanse of Long Sands Beach awaits just down the driveway from this darling cottage in York, where you'll have every essential for a classic summer in Maine. You'll swim, you'll sunbathe, and you'll be welcomed home each afternoon by a sunroom, a small deck, and a private gas grill.

Follow the narrow driveway from Long Beach Avenue to reach this single-level home, which you'll enter by way of the cozy front deck. Step inside to unwind in the window-lined sunroom. There's a washer/dryer in the first bedroom to take care of your swimsuits and towels and a Netflix-equipped TV in the living room for your evening entertainment. Find full-size appliances in the nicely equipped kitchen, a gas grill just outside, and a dining table for four in the sunroom. When it's time to turn in for the evening, there's even window-unit air conditioning in each of the two bedrooms.

Things to Know

Permit number: No Permit Required

You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.

Amenities

Central AC
Central AC
Washer/dryer
Washer/dryer
Internet
Internet
TV
TV
Microwave
Microwave
Fridge
Fridge
Stove
Stove
Golf on-site
Golf on-site
Gas grill
Gas grill
Adult bikes
Adult bikes

Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1

sleeps 2

Beds
1 double bed

Bedroom 2

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Common Space 1

sleeps 1

Beds
1 sofa bed

Location

York, Maine, Home

(Exact address will be provided after booking)

Location

Rating

4.83
54 reviews
5 Star
85%
4 Star
13%
3 Star
2%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Niko H2025-10-18

The location is great. The house is smallish but light and reasonably well appointed. When we arrived the comforter and the sheets on the bed were sandy to the touch. Not confidence inspiring regarding a thorough cleaning. So we stripped the bed and washed everything. That got us to the foam topper that was so old and dirty that it had the outline of the box spring supports in dirt on the underside. Unfortunately without this the bed was nearly useless. Hard as a brick. The second bed which was a double, had a plastic mattress cover and turning around in bed elicited sounds of a plastic table cloth crinkling under me. Invest in some new beds please. At this nightly price the owner is netting 50 to 60k a year. A new mattress is in the budget I think. While the kitchen was well outfitted, the fridge and freezer compartment reeked of fish (we are on the Main coast, so in itself not too surprising) but an occasional defrost with a deep clean would ensure that the ice cubes dont taste like cowda... And the stove smoked and had a distinct eau de mouse smell when hot. So, overall, a nice location , a charming lil cabin ( the 11 ocean/sea themed wall hangings with the word "beach" notwithstanding), but decidedly dated in some aspects. TV was on its last legs as well, big dark blotches of LCDs on their last legs. Other than that we had a fun time, the beach is wonderful and the house is close enough to the water that you can hear the ocean.

Donna T2025-08-30

This little cottage is a hidden gem we have been renting for the past few years. Location is great! You can’t get any closer to the beach. Cottage is clean and more than enough room. Can’t wait to book our next vacation. Donna T.

Catherine C2025-08-25

Access to the beach. Very clean & comfortable. Can’t wait to stay again!

Linda C2025-08-03

Great Lil’ Cottage! Very comfortable and homey. The beach decor is lovely. And you can’t beat how close you are to the beach!

Donna T2025-07-26

We love this property

Abby C2025-07-17

The Lil’ Cottage Retreat surpassed all expectations and was the perfect place to stay for our most perfect vacation ever. This vacation involved a surprise wedding for my now husband and me! My parents who we were vacationing with had no idea we were getting married. There was plenty of space to keep things secret until we headed to Nubble Light! There was plenty of room for everyone! No tripping over each other or feeling like we couldn’t get some space to ourselves. It’s literally the perfect place to stay! So perfect in fact we’ve already booked it for next year!!!

$298
avg / night
Rating4.83

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