Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!
House in Wells, ME
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
Stay in a beautiful, 3-bedroom cottage where you will enjoy gorgeous sunsets from your deck, overlooking the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve. You will also see and hear the waves from the ocean and wildlife from the marsh. The home is just steps away from the public access to beautiful Wells Beach.
Picture your family enjoying this spacious home with high ceilings, large windows, an open balcony and a beautiful view of the marsh. Room for the whole family with a full kitchen, dining and two living areas as well as 2 full bathrooms. Wind-down comfortably with 2 queen-sized bedrooms, 1 full-sized bedroom and a sleeper sofa. To make it easier for those traveling with infants, we have a Pack & Play stored behind a chair in Bedroom 1 and a high chair available so you don't need to pack those bulky items. On-site laundry (though the washer is on the small side), outdoor shower, parking for 3 vehicles, multiple enchanting outdoor living areas, and beach toys are all extra amenities you will enjoy with the cottage rental.
Conveniently located just steps to sandy Wells Beach, our cottage will sweep you into the beauty and excitement of the Maine Beaches! Dine at one of our neighborhood’s many renowned restaurants and lobster pounds, enjoy activities for both children and adults, and don’t miss live music and theater events taking place all summer long in the Wells - Ogunquit area.
Host the ideal family vacation in this comfortable cottage with room for the family to spread out and enjoy! Three bedrooms offer space to relax in queen and full size beds. Top floor offers cathedral ceilings with loft-style bedroom with spectacular views of the ocean and marsh. Middle floor has kitchen, full bath, dining area for 6, workspace, living area, and a wrap around porch. First floor holds two bedrooms, full bath, laundry, second living space, and two additional outdoor seating areas.
As an added bonus, all linens and towels are provided for your stay.
Outside, escape reality with your choice of 4 separate sitting areas - 2 on the top deck, and two patios on the ground level. One patio is fenced in for extra security and privacy. The property also has deeded access to the marsh, so bring your own canoes, kayaks and paddle boards to explore the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve.
Amenities:
- Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
- Washer and dryer on first floor
- Heat, A/C units
- Blow dryer
- Cable and Internet **cable not available in off-season, but you can access your own video subscriptions through the Smart DVD
- Parking for MAX of 3 vehicles
- BBQ grill
- Limited beach toys like chairs, boogie boards and sand toys, all are worn from good times and salty air
- Deeded right of way to access the marsh with kayaks or paddleboard, please do not store these items on the marsh.
Sorry, no smoking and no pets allowed. Rentals are Friday to Friday in the summer months of June-September. Off season rentals can be shorter minimum night stays by request, please email us.
Picture your family enjoying this spacious home with high ceilings, large windows, an open balcony and a beautiful view of the marsh. Room for the whole family with a full kitchen, dining and two living areas as well as 2 full bathrooms. Wind-down comfortably with 2 queen-sized bedrooms, 1 full-sized bedroom and a sleeper sofa. To make it easier for those traveling with infants, we have a Pack & Play stored behind a chair in Bedroom 1 and a high chair available so you don't need to pack those bulky items. On-site laundry (though the washer is on the small side), outdoor shower, parking for 3 vehicles, multiple enchanting outdoor living areas, and beach toys are all extra amenities you will enjoy with the cottage rental.
Conveniently located just steps to sandy Wells Beach, our cottage will sweep you into the beauty and excitement of the Maine Beaches! Dine at one of our neighborhood’s many renowned restaurants and lobster pounds, enjoy activities for both children and adults, and don’t miss live music and theater events taking place all summer long in the Wells - Ogunquit area.
Host the ideal family vacation in this comfortable cottage with room for the family to spread out and enjoy! Three bedrooms offer space to relax in queen and full size beds. Top floor offers cathedral ceilings with loft-style bedroom with spectacular views of the ocean and marsh. Middle floor has kitchen, full bath, dining area for 6, workspace, living area, and a wrap around porch. First floor holds two bedrooms, full bath, laundry, second living space, and two additional outdoor seating areas.
As an added bonus, all linens and towels are provided for your stay.
Outside, escape reality with your choice of 4 separate sitting areas - 2 on the top deck, and two patios on the ground level. One patio is fenced in for extra security and privacy. The property also has deeded access to the marsh, so bring your own canoes, kayaks and paddle boards to explore the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve.
Amenities:
- Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
- Washer and dryer on first floor
- Heat, A/C units
- Blow dryer
- Cable and Internet **cable not available in off-season, but you can access your own video subscriptions through the Smart DVD
- Parking for MAX of 3 vehicles
- BBQ grill
- Limited beach toys like chairs, boogie boards and sand toys, all are worn from good times and salty air
- Deeded right of way to access the marsh with kayaks or paddleboard, please do not store these items on the marsh.
Sorry, no smoking and no pets allowed. Rentals are Friday to Friday in the summer months of June-September. Off season rentals can be shorter minimum night stays by request, please email us.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Wells, ME
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 10.0
The Good:
Wells Beach itself is nice - family friendly, calm waves, clean sand. Locals are friendly.
The rental house was reasonably clean and is a few minute walk away from the beach.
The Bad:
The rental house has absolutely no "spectacular views of the ocean" nor does it have "3 vehicle parking" as claimed in listing at the time of this writing. Marsh view only, and two cars max parking.
There are no sidewalks and many roadside obstructions that make walking anywhere unpleasant at best, and somewhat hazardous at worst.
Bedroom doors have no locks so bring your own lock if privacy is important to you. We resorted to wedging a broomstick between the bedframe and door.
The retrofitted spiral staircase, while entertaining for the first hour or two, is located in close proximity to the entrance door and this makes for a very cumbersome layout... watch your head when entering or exiting the house.
The Ugly:
The spiral stairs are inherently dangerous. Not only were a dozen bolts missing and numerous hand rail supports disconnectd, but the riser of every step is made of sharp metal that can catch the heel of feet while descending the stairs. My husband, and two of my children sustained lacerations from the spiral staircase. One of these injuries was quite severe removing a large flap of skin.
To make matters worse, the property owner did not seem too concerned and was slow to respond to messages. Typical response time was several days.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay. Beautiful view of the Marsh and steps from the beach. The owner is wonderful!
10.0 / 10.0
My husband and I and two other couples had a wonderful week at the house. It took just a minute or two to walk to the beach just across the road. We enjoyed the common indoor and varied outdoor gathering spaces that the house offered. Further, the kitchen was well-stocked with most everything we needed, and there was an accurately-depicted well-worn assortment of beach chairs and toys. While the two first-floor bedroom mattresses should be and some of the furniture coverings could use an update (replacement/recovering), we thoroughly enjoyed the space and our time there.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time and the house was perfect for us. The location is ideal, and the host was extremely generous and communicative. I would highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
We love how comfy and beautiful this home is! Great indoor and outdoor spaces, close to the beach beautiful views of the marsh. Comfortably fits our 4 adults and two kids. Making great memories! This is our third year and we just booked for 2025!
10.0 / 10.0
Kris's property was amazing. Ample parking, right across the street from the beach with amazing sunset views over the marsh. Very comfortable space for our family. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Nice place for beach activities
10.0 / 10.0
Great location right across from the beach. Clean family friendly house close to restaurants and stores. We have rented this house four summers and always had a wonderful summer vacation.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home and perfect location for our family celebration in Wells Beach. We had an amazing time.
10.0 / 10.0
It would be important to respect this rental because the house is so tastefully furnished and has everything you would ever need and more. All sorts of outdoor spaces have been created where one can relax or have a bite and it was a pleasure to open the sliding doors in the morning and greet the sunlight over the boats on the marsh. The beach is right across the road, too. If you have children, they will find books and games and there is even a Pack 'N Play. This owner has thought of everything!
10.0 / 10.0
Our first trip to coast of Maine. This home provided the space we needed with 3 bedrooms.
We enjoyed our stay here and the beautiful view of the water behind the home. The owner was very accommodating and easy to contact for questions. Thank you.
10.0 / 10.0
This home was the perfect location for our weekend stay in Wells Beach. We were in town to participate in the Maine Coast Marathon weekend and this was the perfect location for us. We were able to walk to the starting area and the beach is just a few steps across the street. The home comfortably accommodated 3 couples and we would recommend this property to others.
10.0 / 10.0
Just perfect!
Location was great and the house had great accommodations.
10.0 / 10.0
Our family of five really enjoyed spending the week here. The property was very clean and had all of the amenities we could want. This place is quite close to the beach, just a minute or two by foot. The interior spiral staircase would be a challenge for little ones or those with mobility issues. One detail that we really appreciated was that the screens to the two sliding doors and all of the windows in the house were in very good condition, so we were able to enjoy the ocean breeze all week without any bugs flying into the house. We look forward to staying here again next summer!
10.0 / 10.0
One of our favorite places to vacation, Kris's home and excellent communication makes it a joy! Can't wait to come back next year.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time visiting Wells Beach this year and had an amazing stay here. You are across the street from the beach, takes less than a minute to get to, it was so easy to go to and from, especially with 2 toddlers! You are also right on the beautiful marsh, so you get the best of both worlds. The wrap around deck is gorgeous and you have great views of the marsh. The kitchen was fully stocked and the appliances were in great condition. It was a perfect family trip, definitely recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Great rental! Short walk to the beach, beautiful sunset views and everything else you need for a wonderful week at the beach. Love the outdoor shower. The air conditioning came in handy, as did the washer and dryer. The owner was really great too! Will be renting this house again!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved our stay. The beach is steps away. The outdoor shower is great for rinsing off before going inside. The accommodations worked perfectly for my family of 4 plus aunts and uncles. The sunset views over the marsh are incredible. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you could need without having too much. Kris is wonderful if there’s anything you need during your stay. All good things!
10.0 / 10.0
The home is very comfortable with 2 balconies offering nice views on the river-marsh... The walk to be main beach is only 150 steps. Neighbours were friendly and quiet. The owner is concerned about client satisfaction. I recommend it.
10.0 / 10.0
Just steps to the beach for morning walks, hanging out at the beach during the day, and we were treated to an amazing moon rising.
The decks allowed us to be outside, even if the weather wasn’t exactly perfect. Great space inside too. We enjoyed grilling and outdoor dining. So many great spaces on this property.
10.0 / 10.0
We had the best family weekend! So cozy and relaxing. Everything we needed was right there. We even found a sand dollar on the beach!
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed with my wife and three-year old daughter as well as my mother (72 y.o.) for a week.
The good:
Excellent communication from host
The place was very clean
Kitchen has everything you could need and more. You don’t need to bring much with you.
Beds are surprisingly comfy for a Maine cottage
Location is very good, across the street from beach access. Total time to sand from door about 2 mins walking
Good parking, even for big vehicles. Our Escalade fit right in
The not so good
The spiral stairs can be a bit tricky for young children or older guests.
Can get a bit hot on the main level.
Overall I would highly recommend and would stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful
10.0 / 10.0
The location was great, close to beach, quick and easy to go back for lunch. View of the marsh was nice and neighborhood was quiet. House had great spaces inside and out and had everything you needed. Kris checked in to make sure everything was good and to see if we needed anything. Would stay here again!
5.0 / 10.0
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10.0 / 10.0
A cute little property just a few steps from Wells Beach. What more can I say?
Our trip had been delayed a year due to COVID restrictions but happy we could make our trip happen this year. The property owner has been awesome to deal with. Check in was excellent and check out too was really easy. Great views of the marsh. Easy parking. Lots of beach items stored up outside in case you forget anything. A ton of sitting areas from the second floor deck to all around the property on the ground level.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect spot, great veiws
We recently stayed at Kris' beach house and had a wonderful stay with our 2 young children and 4 extended family members. The space had everything we needed without have too much of what we didn't. There was the perfect balance of home and retreat. Even when inside we alwasys felt like we were at the beach thanks to the great veiws of the marsh and the open design of the space. We also enjoyed the outdoor space of the house. With three patios spaces and two deck sitting areas, there was a space for everyone! Proximity to the beach walks was also great. Just a short 2 minute walk to two beach walk options. We will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
We want to come back every year!!!
This is our second year staying at Robert Lane in Wells, continently located right by public way #9, on a beautiful dead end road. The views of the marsh and sometimes even sounds of the waves create a great setting for your oceanside vacation. The house is beautifully decorated with great outdoor sports for eating, hanging out, playing both in and out of the sun. The outdoor shower adds a third shower option which was great for the younger kids and older a like! Comfy beds, well appointed kitchen, plenty of kids toys and beach items, roku so you can log in to your favorite streaming services, and I'm sure much much more that I am forgetting right now. We can't wait to come back next year! Thanks Kris!
10.0 / 10.0
All around terrific
We had a splendid week. The property is comfortable inside and out. Plenty of space for outside dining as well as indoor space to lounge. Great porches, steps to the beach and easy walk to Casino Square.
10.0 / 10.0
Beach fun
Had a great time, beach was close to the house, and beautiful. Lot of really nice restaurants near by.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful place and area.
We enjoyed the beach and the surrounding area. Gran kids didn't want to leave.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Beach Weekend
We stayed at this beautiful home for two nights with our children, son-in-law, and grandchildren. It was a perfect weekend and we had so much fun exploring Wells Beach which was just steps away. We could go back for the bathroom or grab snacks, and we were so lucky to see a full moon rise over the water on our last night . There are lots of seating available on the decks. One deck overlooks the River and it’s ever changing. If it was chilly there because of the wind (it was mid September) we went to the other deck. There was a beautiful area in the courtyard that we spent several hours in. It must be wonderful sitting there on warm summer nights. We enjoyed a take- out lobster dinner in the other outdoors dining area. The bedrooms were great with comfy beds and bedding. We all slept very well. The kitchen had everything we needed for our meals, and more! We didn’t need to bring oils and spices. The grandkids had fun finding books, puzzles, and coloring supplies. Kris had a large choice of beach chairs, toys, and something to pull them to the beach with! The house was equipped with everything and we just had the best time and can’t wait to make more family memories there next year! Kris was wonderful to work with and always answered questions promptly.
10.0 / 10.0
Super cute house in a fantastic location!
We had a great stay at this house! There is a super cute fenced in patio and then another patio on the water side, and a deck on the second floor. House was very clean and Kris (the owner) was very easy with which to communicate, and made sure to check in and see if we needed anything, and gave suggestions of things to do. The location is all fantastic- it’s a 1 minute walk to the beach. This house is a true gem and we would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay!! Great location!
Would definitely recommend, loved our stay! Great location!
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice cozy place!
Experience was nice & owner responded to questions in a timely manner!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Wells weekend!
We had a great stay! The location is perfect, easy access to beach and marsh. We stayed for 3 nights but wish we stayed longer! The house was clean and has everything we could have needed!
10.0 / 10.0
Had a great time
This property was in a great location within walking distance to Wells Beach. It was very cute, great outdoor areas, a large selection of Beach chairs and toys, and comfortable beds. Everything that you would need was provided. The owner and property manager was prompt with getting back to us. Thanks for another memorable vacation at Wells Beach!
10.0 / 10.0
Great vacation
The house is very nice, clean, supplied with everything we needed and the beds were so comfortable! Great location, easy walk across the street to the beach, as well as the marsh. My nieces, husband and I enjoyed kayaking and paddle-boarding in the marsh, such a special time!
10.0 / 10.0
One word...Wonderful
Everything was great! The house is so well equipped and comfortable and clean. Couldn't ask for anything more. We can't wait to come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect fit for a family.
Perfect for our extended family. Plenty of sleeping accommodations as well as living space. All of the amenities were as described on the site. Clean. Close to public way 9. Great views.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Wells?
The average price for a rental in Wells is $287 per night. This rental is $420 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!. Enjoy the water!
Is Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beach House Steps From Marsh & Wells Beach. Sunsets, bird watch, surf, swim!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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