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Oceanfront house on Kennebunk Beach

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Sweeping view of Ocean from upstairs deck
Exterior detail
Exterior
Newly remodeled kitchen and dining area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kennebunk, ME
  • Gooch's Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kennebunk Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Dock Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront house on Kennebunk Beach

If you are looking for an oceanfront rental, then you have found it!

No need for beach parking passes! Wake up to a beautiful New England sunrise and end your day with cooling sea breezes and incredible sunsets. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail on the upper balcony or lower patio infused with the smell of the native sea roses. This rental is located on Beach Avenue, (Middle Beach, Kennebunk, Maine).

Short drive or bike ride to Kennebunkport shopping and attractions. Visit the lovely gardens of the Franciscan Monastery. Walk to Mother's Beach with a picnic lunch and enjoy the day at the beach playground.

Fine dining and family restaurants, art galleries, fishing and cruise boats can all be found locally. Enjoy golfing, biking, swimming, fishing and tennis.

An unbelievable location for your family to enjoy!!
The downstairs kitchen and living area have been completely rebuilt and updated in 2023 with new cabinets and quartz countertops, new floors, new stainless steel appliances, and a new kitchen island. Please make sure to checkout our complete photo album.

Property manager

Kathy Deteso/David Deteso
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are not allowed on beds or furniture

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kennebunk

Located in Kennebunk, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bette-Jean's and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Kennebunk, ME

What's nearby

  • Gooch's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kennebunk Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Dock Square - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Walker's Point - 11 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pilot House Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪H.B. Provisions - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mornings In Paris - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront house on Kennebunk Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront house on Kennebunk Beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront house on Kennebunk Beach ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront house on Kennebunk Beach located?

This family-friendly Kennebunk holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Gooch's Beach, Mother's Beach and Kennebunk Beach. Webhannet Golf Club and St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

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

Sad to leave

Great house in a perfect location. Kathy and David were extremely responsive hosts and answered all of our questions very quickly. We loved everything about our stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Perfect Everything

I could not have asked for a better Birthday getaway. The home is exactly as described and the pictures are spot on. The location is wonderful, especially if you enjoy watching the ocean, walking along beaches or gathering unique stones rolled by the sea. Kathy was very responsive and the home was set up with everything you could need. No skimping on anything. Great quality linens, towels and paper products. And to top it off, I was able to bring my fury friend which made my trip that much more enjoyable. Very dog friendly area which was great. Thank you Kathy and Dave for opening your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Grammy’s Bucket list

Wonderful stay, great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krysta L.

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

Lovely house by the ocean!

This was a lovely home base for a family vacation - very clean and comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen. The house was bright and airy, catching nice ocean breezes. Nice and quiet at night. Great communication with the owners.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry S.

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

Wonderful week at the beach

The property is in a great location and is very well equipped. You are guaranteed to have a pleasant stay. Communication was prompt and questions were answered with a minimal delay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

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

End of Summer Stay

The property was great. Hard to beat its location between Gooch's beach and Mothers beach. House was very clean and had most of what we needed. Would stay here again. I was worried about it not having any AC so I brought some of my own fans. Turns out I didn't need to as the property provided its own fans. I must not have read the listing thoroughly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Incredible Spot

Great house with incredible views throughout. House was clean, bedrooms had lots of space and living room/kitchen views were spectacular. Easy to leverage the outside with two Adirondack chairs and a dining table outside facing the water along, and a deck on the second level. Kathy is an exceptional host-- accommodating and excellent communication. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Thanksgiving Beach get away.

House was amazing, directly on the Atlantic Ocean. The hosts took care of everything and just allowed us to enjoy our stay completely. Easy walk to town with great food and nice shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

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

Beautiful beach home

My sister and I really enjoyed staying in your beautiful home. The proximity to local shops and restaurants ensured we made the most of our first visit to Maine. The view from the home and easy beach access is incomparable. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home. I will be recommending your property to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna A., stevensville

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

Magnificent location and beautiful house.

Perfect location with great views and an unbelievable view! Definitely recommend this one for a family or a couple of couples! Queen downstairs and Queen master upstairs along way to 2 more double twin rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Q.

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

Wonderful stay!

This is our second time staying at this lovely beach house. It is minutes by foot to Gooch Beach, elegant and airy, and has beautiful views of the ocean. The host is thoughtful, quick to respond, and accommodating. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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

Christmas Prelude

Our stay was incredible, with a very short drive to downtown Kennebunkport our Christmas Prelude experience was a breeze. The beachside location and the beautiful property (lighted Christmas tree included) only made our trip even more magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie h.

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

Amazing ocean view and exceptional host!

Our stay was extremely comfortable. The hosts are very responsive and the home is clean, well appointed with an amazing view of the ocean and beautiful Kennebunkport Maine. The owners allow pets, which was wonderful as we love to travel with our dog. Can’t say enough about how wonderful this home, and the hosts are! Will definitely be returning again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa m.

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

Loved both location and accommodations

We had a wonderful experIence at this property. The location was perfect for us, and the house was clean and spacious. The hosts were more than gracious and communication with them was excellent! We are looking forward to a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexia E., Chicago, USA

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

Loved our stay!

My husband and I spent a long weekend at this home and loved it. The home itself is very clean and had everything we needed. The location is a dream. The front yard and upstairs balcony are the perfect spots to sit and start or end the day. The home is a very short drive or a beautiful walk to the shops and restaurants. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall & Paula J.

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

Simply Beautiful

Waking to clean salt air, the soft sounds of waves crashing and gulls in the sunshine was wonderful. The water is just across the street and all of the amenities, restaurants, etc. are within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Erika S.

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

Our wedding

This was a perfect spot for our family vacation/wedding getaway. We loved waking to the sound of the ocean and took many long walks along the beach. The house was exactly as described and you’ll love the quint beach house feel!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marthanne M.

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

Kennebunk Vacation

Wonderful stay! Felt at home as soon as we walked in. The house was well equipped with all that was needed for our vacation. Kathy and David were gracious hosts and we thank them
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Absolutely gorgeous view!

Comfy, quaint beach house across the street from the ocean with a full balcony and chairs that face the water-it was the perfect place to destress and bond with family! The place is no frills but extremely functional -large dining table for eating with family, functional kitchen with everything you need to cook, and comfy sofa. The house was very clean, and there were plenty of towels for the duration of our stay. Beautiful front yard, and plenty of parking. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ludmila C.

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

Beautiful views of the beach!!!

Very comfortable house, with everything you and your family will need for your stay. Right across the ocean, 5 minutes walk to the beach! My family and I enjoyed walking along the shoreline sidewalk in the mornings and sunsets! Nice playground a short walk. Restaurants, supermarkets, and pharmacies a short drive. Promptly communication with David and Kathy! Overall great experience! We loved our stay, and we will book again!!! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER S.

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

Paradise!

The house was a perfect size for our family of 9 and the location was ideal. Walk to the beach was so short that we didn’t need to lug everything there. Kathy and Dave were super responsive to all of our questions and great hosts who had thought of everything for the house. Comfy beds too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerry F.

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

Location, location, location

A five minute walk to Gooch Beach. An 8-10 minute drive to Kennebunkport. Fifteen minute drive to a supermarket. What more could you ask for. The hosts have supplied everything you could need from games to puzzles to beach supplies ( chairs, cart, boogie boards, etc.) Awesome ocean view. Dog friendly beach in certain hours. The hosts are very responsive and attentive to any questions. Reserve it for your vacation. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

Perfect Beach Holiday

Everything about our experience was wonderful. The house was very comfortable with everything we needed (including beach gear), great for kids. and the view of the beach spectacular. We loved going to bed at night listening to the sound of waves. Dock Square is a very short drive (or jog!) away. Communication with the owner was lightning fast- the best I’ve experienced. I plan on staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mona B.

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

Family celebrations

Older perdon here so I was pleased that I could easily go through the renting without problems. The rental house was as described and the trip turned out great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Q.

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

Terrific experience!

Everything about our stay was exceptional! The house is lovely and well kept, with everything we needed for our stay. It is right across the road from the ocean, and it was a joy to watch the water from the balcony in the early morning and at dusk. The neighborhood is friendly and upscale, and a short walk to Gooch Beach. The hosts were extremely helpful and thoughtful. Our stay was a great experience, and we will definitely be return visitors.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Deteso/David Deteso

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David and Kathy DeTeso currently reside in northern California, but they feel a deep attachment to Kennebunk Beach because David was born and raised just a couple miles from "The Beach House". They make an annual week-long trip to the house each summer with their four daughters to enjoy the beach and visit with friends and family. David and Kathy love to open up their home for rent by guests from all around North America for the remainder of the year. Many guests of The Beach House return year after year to carry on traditions with their family and loved ones. Thanks to their incredible friend and property manager who resides in the area, the house is maintained with excellent care.

What makes this property unique

"The Beach House" is ideally located directly across from the ocean, and within walking distance of both Gooch's Beach and Mother's Beach. The views are amazing!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests