Ice Pond Cottage at Short Sands Beach

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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York, ME

York's Wild Kingdom
‪1 min walk‬
Short Sands Beach
‪13 min walk‬
Long Sands Beach
‪16 min walk‬
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

master bedroom - first floor

1 Double Bed

second floor

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

second floor

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

first floor

Toilet

master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

second floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Single family cottage within easy walking distance to Short Sands Beach and downtown York Beach. The cottage has hard wood flooring throughout, central air conditioning, gas fireplace w/d, d/w, garbage disposal, wifi, half bath on first floor, master bedroom on first floor with private deck/full bath, 2 bedrooms on second floor (full & two twins in each) with Shower bathroom. Kitchen is fully equipped. Screened in Porch off kitchen area. Parking for four vehicles. Solo Fire Pit, with seating for 10. Sleeps 10 people. Outdoor shower and patio with picnic table seating 8. Perfect for large families and small children. Summer 2025 minimum stay 3 nights. No pets. Bedroom & Bath linens provided. Property is also available throughout the 2025/2026 Fall, Winter & Spring year at a reduced rate of $300 per night, 3 night minimum stay. please inquire VRBO #1376525 for availability.

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Joanne Mary Hill

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside only.

No sub-letting!

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Nubble Lighthouse and Market Square are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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York, ME

What's nearby

York's Wild Kingdom - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Short Sands Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Long Sands Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Nubble Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Perkins Cove - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

Wells Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
‪Stonewall Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
‪Stones Throw - ‬15 min walk
‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬14 min walk
‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ice Pond Cottage at Short Sands Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ice Pond Cottage at Short Sands Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ice Pond Cottage at Short Sands Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ice Pond Cottage at Short Sands Beach located?

Located in the heart of York Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of York's Wild Kingdom and Short Sands Beach. Long Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

18 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Lovely spot and enjoyed watching the ducks and geese at the pond. If the weather had been better we would have really enjoyed the fire pit area. It’s a really nice neighborhood and everything is a short drive. The beds are comfy and the kitchen was very well equipped. Love the fireplace and open concept living area! Thank you for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN M L.

9 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

Location was great, house was spotless and well equipped. Perfect time!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

14 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

One of the best vacation rentals we’ve stayed at. Amazing hostess, clean, great locations. And we are so picky!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

29 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful home!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

4 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute booking

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, could not have been better!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

26 Sept 2024

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Awesome find!

The place feels like home, comfortable, clean, top quality appliances and everything. Great location, close to so many fun things, especially the zoo! I can't recommend this property highly enough.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great gem!

We loved our stay. Beautifully decorated, awesome yard and close to downtown.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

14 Aug 2024

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Perfect in every way!

Beautiful house! We’ve rented houses in York for a few years, but this house was perfect - it met all our needs even as far as location (a short walk/bike to Long Sands and an even shorter walk/bike to Short Sands). The owner supplied so many things we usually have to buy too. She was great and easy to communicate with - we will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

3 Aug 2024

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Beautiful and comfortable

We had a wonderful time here. The home has all of the amenities that you could possibly need and is immaculate. The upstairs bedrooms are large (each with a double and two twins) and the downstairs bedroom has a large walkin closet, bathroom, and private deck. The larger screened in porch allows for a nice evening out. The backyard is large with a fun firepit and Joann has lots of lawn games that you can use if you choose to. There is a patio area with a gas grill and large picnic table, perfect for a lobster feed (you can get the lobsters just up the road all cooked and Joann has all of the implements needed to eat them!) The home is only about a 5-10 minute walk to Short Sands Beach and the small commercial district with fun gift shops, snack places, etc. I would definitely recommend this home!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

24 Jul 2024

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Family Summer Long Weekend

Our family takes a summer long weekend together each year, my grown children and their children, this year my best friend from high s hook, from Texas, joined us. The location at the end of a culdesac was perfect. Within walking distance of the beach, zoo, and activities. If you have small children and walking I would suggest bringing a wagon, stroller, etc. the property has a wagon, best utilized for transporting supplies, beach toys etc. not mentioned in the listing is a brand new outdoor shower. PERFECT. When you spend a day at the beach with the grand babies in sand, it’s amazing how much sand you bring back. The property is gorgeous, well stocked, clean. Highlights the balcony and s reined in porch for young children to play safely. We plan on returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

22 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Real nice place

Everything was great. Place was super clean and it had everything we needed. Short walking distance to the beach

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody P.

15 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely enjoyed our stay!

Our whole family loved this house. Joanne was a fantastic host and we enjoyed talking with her. She had the house fully stocked with everything we could have needed from pots and pans to paper goods and even laundry detergent. The space was immaculate and we loved the screened-in porch. It was a short walk to short sands (maybe 5-7 minutes). Great place for families. I would highly recommend a stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall D.

31 Jul 2023

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Wonderful Vacation!

This house was perfect for myself, my husband, both our daughters and their husbands, and our four grandchildren ranging from 2 years old to 8 years old. The location was wonderful -- easy walking distance to the beach and some stores. The house was super clean with plenty of paper goods. It also had a lovely backyard. We would enjoy returning here for another vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

15 Jul 2023

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Generous Provisions

Joanne was friendly, helpful and resourceful. Everything you needed was there and more. Very clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S., Winchester

22 Aug 2022

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Fantastic week

We had the best week in York. Joann is a wonderful host and very knowledgeable of the area. The house was clean and fully stocked with everything you need and all the amenities of home. Central A/C and washer and dryer were welcomed. The backyard is gorgeous and the quiet street great for kids. So much to do in the area and we hope to return next summer! Thank you Joann!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacye M.

15 Aug 2022

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Amazing!!

Joann has the best hospitality!! Her house is amazing, the pictures dont do it justice!! We look forward to booking again next year It only took us 20 years to find a place like this !!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

15 Aug 2022

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Great summer vacation

We really enjoyed our week at York staying on this property. The house is spacious, clean, updated and provided our group of 6 with everything we needed. Joanne was super welcoming and accommodating throughout the week, always quick with a response when needed (.......which was infrequent). The one downside for our group was the walk to the beach/town. It's less than a 15 minute walk - very manageable - but it included time spent on busy roads, including a stretch w/out sidewalks and a busy intersection w/out a crosswalk and/or lights. Certainly no fault of the property owner, but learning of this walk changed our plans to allow our teen, tween and their friends to walk to/from the house alone and have some independence. Outside of that, the week was perfect and I'd recommend this house to groups of all ages.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

5 Aug 2022

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Loved this house

The house was very clean, very well stocked with necessities. Loved our stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C., Bow, NH

27 Jul 2022

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York Family Vaca

The house was great! It was super clean and really well stocked with everything that we could need. The walk to Short Sands was really easy and quick (about 10 min). The owner was super responsive and available as needed. The house had plenty of space and multiple seating areas for our family. We loved the screened in porch. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

14 Jul 2022

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Priceless family memories!!!

Joanne made us feel welcome and at home, she has a lovely abode! We had the honors of being the first to fire her new Solo Stove Yukon and relax in the Adirondack Chairs mesmerized by the beautiful flames while toasting marshmallows for S’mores. The location of her home is beautiful, quiet, safe for little ones as it’s on a dead end road, and convenient as we were 3-5 minutes from the village of York Beach, Long & Short Sands beaches, the zoo, restaurants, shopping…. Joanne had wonderful suggestions for all that we wanted to do and explore. Our vacation was fun, relaxing and absolutely amazing and we look forward to our next visit!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald F.

31 Aug 2021

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1st time at York short sands

Great accommodations 10 minute walk to beach great owner

Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aliya P., Wind Point, WI

30 Jul 2021

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Do yourself a favor and book this place!

We rented this property for a 15-night stay and it wildly exceeded our expectations. First, the photos don't do it justice: it's a brand-new space, immaculately kept. I thought it might be kitschy with all the red in the photos, but it was well-decorated and everything was fresh and clean. Two sitting porches -- one off the main (king) bedroom on the first floor, and another screened-in space where we spent a ton of time right off of the primary living area. I saw some critiques of the size of the living room, but for part of our trip there were 9 people staying there and it was more than adequate -- kids hung out in the HUGE bedrooms upstairs quite a bit, and/or the adults stayed on the screen porch. Joanne (the host) provides plenty of supplies (detergent, paper towels, etc.), a wagon for the beach, and pretty much every large appliance you could think of. The home is in a great location -- you can walk to downtown York as well as two beaches, and it's a quick car ride to other sights in Maine. Joanne is very friendly and available for questions etc. Highly recommend!

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

28 Aug 2020

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Family vacation

We loved this vacation. The house was perfect. Everyone had a great time.

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

24 Aug 2020

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Amazing Vacation

Joanne was an amazing host to a family getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

20 Aug 2020

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Wonderful family vacation!

We have vacationed in York Beach for many years but this was our first time staying at this property. Everyone loved the “red house!” The bedrooms were large and comfortable.. The kitchen area was well equipped and spacious. The outdoor area provided plenty of space for the grandchildren to play and enjoy watching cranes and deer! The entire family is looking forward to returning to this property again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

master bedroom - first floor

second floor

second floor

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

first floor

master bath

second floor

Spaces

About this property