Close to Short Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse, Sand and Surf provides golfing on-site, laundry facilities and more.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
13 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 20465 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is AU$6,497
AU$6,497
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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About this property
Sand and Surf
For more than a century, the Sand and Surf in York, Maine has welcomed summer guests to a magnificent setting. The Sand and Surf retains many of its charming 1900's features such as the original bead board and hardwood floors but it has been beautifully renovated and boasts a modern kitchen, bathrooms, and more. The home sits majestically above the ocean. Go back to those gentler times of summers on the rugged coast of Maine: relaxing afternoons on the porch, strolling the beach or savoring the local attractions. You'll enjoy spectacular views from the enclosed and open porches. Just yards away, Short Sands Beach and downtown York Beach Village offers a sandy beach, quaint shops, ice cream, restaurants, entertainment and more--perfect for the young at heart! Looking to adventure beyond Short Sands? We are located less than 1/4 mile from Long Sands Beach, a short walk to the Nubble Lighthouse and a short bike ride to York Village. One Long Beach Vacation Rental Properties also owns the Sea View located next door. In addition, we have five properties located down the street at our One Long Beach address. These include three charming cottages (Goose Rocks, Heron Neck, and Owls Head) as well as the Main House and the Carriage House. Renters must read and acknowledge the Renters Information and Agreement Letter for the property. .
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
13 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
6.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
Near the ocean
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Whale watching 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
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
Located in York Beach, this holiday home is 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. Center For Wildlife and Yummies Candy and Nuts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our York Beach travel guide
As of 21 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand and Surf on 30 Oct 2026 start from AU$6,497, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sand and Surf?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sand and Surf?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Sand and Surf?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Sand and Surf located?
Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Nubble Lighthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.
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Reviews
Sand and Surf Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Totally top notch stay. Property is among the best we’ve visited for 20-member family reunion. Super clean - very well maintained with great balance of modernized and historic. Absolutely amazing site with big porch, great ocean and sunset views. Comfy bedrooms, well equipped kitchen and lots of spaces to gather. Excellent location - walk to beaches and Nubble Light, walk to restaurants/shops/ice cream and easy drives to a range of villages and activities. Excellent!
Great location. Loved the front porch, what a view
We are a family of card players many tables to use and even leave a puzzle to work on.
Nice big dining room for the whole family to gather in
Loved the place.
Great house -- loved it! Our group of 19 really enjoyed our stay here. Lots of room for family dinners and playing board games. It was nice to have 2 refrigerators with such a large group of people. Great view from the spacious front porch. Short walk to the beach, shops, lighthouse. House was very clean and the hosts were easy to communicate with.
We chose this property for our family reunion. I am one of 29 first cousins on my father's side. We get together every few years to cherish and honor our heritage. This venue is one of the best we have ever stayed in. The views are stunning. The front porch is to die for. The entire facility was very clean. On the first floor, there are three sitting rooms appointed with comfortable leather couches and chairs. The open dining space was large enough for all of us. The large modern kitchen was well stocked with cookware and dinnerware. It has two refrigerators and two dishwashers. Upstairs the bedrooms were more than sufficient for a good night's sleep. it is close (walking distance) to eateries and souvenir shops. It was not inexpensive, but worth every penny to our group from all over the country. And did I mention the spectacular front porch?
The house was perfect, plenty of room for our party of 14 to gather together and to spread out. Location was spectacular, and the view was gorgeous. We’ll be back!
Our stay at the Sun & Surf was magnificent! It was the perfect house & location for our family reunion. The various gathering spaces in the home were perfect. The spacious porch and cozy sunroom were perfect spots to admire the beautiful view of the ocean. Ed was so accommodating to all of our requests. We loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tristam J.
21 June 2019
Family Reunion ~ Dad's 100th B-Day
It was a perfect setting, perfect size, and excellent spaces for all of us to be together, outside & in. The water was perfect for short "swims", short because it was too cold to be in for long, but ideal for starting the day.
Only one request, as we may be back another year, and that is to provide more pillows.
Thank you Ed, this was just the perfect spot for our family!
Tristam
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Joanne B.
22 May 2019
Perfect spot for a family reunion
We loved the property, location and ease of renting
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Loren D.
12 Sept 2018
5*+
We had the most wonderful stay at Sand & Surf! It just couldn't be any better. Beautiful, immaculate and very welcoming. It will be a wedding weekend we will never forget and this beautiful house was a part of it. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Henning A.
16 June 2018
Great stay at Sand and Surf
We stayed for 3 days with a group of 23 people and everyone loved the place. We had plenty of space for presentations and meetings. Thanks Ed for addressing all our questions upfront, we had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Amy F.
14 May 2018
Incredible, view, beautiful house, great location
We had a family reunion at tis fabulous property. It was spacious enough for all of us and right on the water with a great view. Incredibly clean and comfortable. The owner was wonderful and answered any questions we had. We all had a wonderful time and were within easy walking distance of the light house, lobster and ice cream!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jeannie S.
4 May 2018
Fantastic!
This house is amazing - very clean and well cared for home. The views are fantastic, short walk to the beach, plenty of room for a large group yet also space for people to have private conversations and some peace and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lori D.
7 June 2016
This house is simply amazing!
This house was perfect to celebrate our parents 50th wedding anniversary! Plenty of room, wonderfully clean and the location can't be beat! Thank you Ed for answering all of our questions! An amazing weekend! Lori Dube
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10/10 Excellent
HELEN M.
13 July 2015
A Good time for All Ages
We had a wonderful stay at Sand & Surf. The house was in great condition and very clean. Our favorite spot is the front porch, the views and sunsets are beautiful. They were 16 in our group and everyone had their own space. We will be back next year. Thank you to Ed & Barbara.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
HELEN M.
13 July 2015
Another great vacation
We just returned from a terrific week at Sand & Surf. It is a wonderful house for a large group. We had our children, spouses, grandchildren (16 total). The house just lends itself to large groups, so much room. Our favorite is probably the front porch. We eat dinner there every night. The sunsets are beautiful. We will be back again. Thank you Ed & Barbara for taking such good care of your house. Grammy & Grampy of Topsfield, Ma.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
4 Oct 2014
Simply Perfect
My husband and I decided that we wanted to have our wedding in York. After searching for homes we decided that this house would be perfect. After looking through the pictures for months, the day finally arrived when we got to check in. We met with Ed and he gave us a full tour of the house. He was SO helpful and accommodating. The house is stunning. Every room is beautifully decorated and SOO clean. The entire house was immaculate. We had 20 guests staying with us any there was plenty of room. Everyone slept great and there were plenty of bathrooms for all guests to use. The location of the house is within walking distance to downtown, Nubble Light and Brown's Ice Cream. I honestly don't think we could have found a better location if we tried. I highly recommend this house to anyone who wants a perfect retreat.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Shaina D.
4 Aug 2014
I can't say enough about how perfect this was!!
We hosted 23 of our family members in this house for our wedding and we wished we could have stayed longer--the accommodations and location were just PERFECT! Ed and Barbara were excellent to work with--we could tell just how much they care about their property as it is clearly kept in tip-top shape. My parents visited it during the winter months and thought maybe the upstairs seemed "cramped"...well, it was absolutely fine! Plenty of bathrooms and space for everyone to feel comfortable. We didn't even get to use every space in the house since there were so many common areas to choose from (and the weather made it hard not to spend most of our time out on the beautiful porch or across the street on the yard next to the ocean!) Finally, a note on the kitchen--fully stocked with every utensil we needed, two fridges AND 2 dishwashers!) I really can't say enough about how perfect our time was at the house. Thank you, Ed and Barbara!
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10/10 Excellent
Emily L.
16 Mar 2014
Work Retreat
This is the second time we have used the Sand and Surf House for a work retreat, once in November and most recently in March. York off season is very quiet, but the house is lovely and warm and is the perfect location. There are enough bedrooms and bathrooms to offer privacy for co workers and the dinning area made for a great meeting space. We love the house and Ed was wonderful to work with. We will be back again.
Emily
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Richard M.
4 Oct 2013
Comfort With A View!
Every other year I plan a reunion for my siblings and I (with significant others 22). I searched for many months to find a house that would accommodate us comfortably...the Sand and Surf was it!! From its large efficient kitchen that allowed us to prepare meals together, to the incredible front porch overlooking the ocean, the house had everything we needed. Easy walk to the beach or downtown shopping and close to the famous lighthouse and ice cream shop. Making the arrangements for the rental was made easy with Ed's help (the owner) and the immaculately clean environment made possible by the very pleasant Tina (the manager). We have stayed at several large houses over the past few years, the Sand and Surf was a great venue, comfortable, clean, convenient, and what a view! Thanks Ed look forward to doing busy with you again.
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10/10 Excellent
Janet C.
18 Aug 2013
The best house for a reunion.
What a wonderful home for a family reunion! The house is beautifully decorated, lots of room and has a wonderful porch overlooking the water. We will definitely be back!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Henry S.
23 July 2013
We Didn't Want to Leave!
What an amazing location! The view from the front porch is breathtaking. Off to the right you can watch the sun rise over the ocean (which I did every morning from my bed, just looking out the window) and to the left you can watch the most amazing sunsets over the beach and town. It is a short and easy walk into town to enjoy the many wonderful restaurants, ice cream parlors and of course the daily stop at the arcade for the kids. We had family members ranging from kids to grandparents and we loved that there were things for everyone to enjoy. The house itself is beautiful as well. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and the best ocean view location in town to eat your meal is your own front porch! The house was spotless! None of us wanted to leave! We can't wait to return to the Sand & Surf next year!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
HELEN M.
15 July 2013
Picture perfect
Our family spent a wonderful week at Sand & Surf. Location, location, location, it was perfect. We sat on the porch and looked out at the ocean. The beach and downtown are just a short walk. The house was lovely with plenty of room for the young kids (9) and adults (9). We can't wait for next years vacation. Topsfield, Ma.