Make memories at the beach

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill

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Wells, ME

Wells Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms
‪14 min drive‬
Drakes Island
‪15 min drive‬
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Wake to the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and toast the sunset on the harborside of the house. Water views on both sides. Located on the beachside with nothing between you and the ocean except rolling dunes. Perfect for families with children with a short walk to the beach and then back to the house for naps or snacks. Three bedrooms comfortably sleep 6 adults or 4 adults with children. Master bedroom with king bed and en-suite bathroom. Second bedroom with queen bed and third with twin beds. Second bathroom is a full bathroom with large shower. Open kitchen, dining and living room plan with lots of windows on the dunes and water. Perfect for friends or a family group. This is the main floor of a two floor property. Spacious deck with outdoor dining space for 8. Laundry facilities. Two parking spots. Air conditioning for those super hot nights. The most special thing about this house is you see, feel and hear the ocean 24/7. Quiet at night for a good night’s rest after a full day at the beach.

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Jane Craighead

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 40

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property Registration Number 5148336795HL

About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, this holiday home is by the ocean. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Wonder Mountain Fun Park and Bette-Jean's are also worth visiting.

Wells, ME

What's nearby

Wells Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Moody Beach - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms - 14 min drive - 9.3 km
Drakes Island - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

Wells Regional Transportation Center - 11 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Mike's Clam Shack - ‬6 min drive
‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬5 min drive
‪Las Olas Taqueria - ‬7 min drive
‪Scoop Deck - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make memories at the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Make memories at the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make memories at the beach?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Make memories at the beach located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps from Wells Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Crescent Beach. Ogunquit Beach and Moody Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

30 June 2024

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

Beautiful spot, just as described!

The property was very comfortable and clean. There was great communication and we were mindful of neighbors and rules. The back patio area is the best part! It’s just gorgeous at any time of day!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

stanley m., west harrison, ny, usa

18 July 2023

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

lovely spot in wells

my wife and i stayed in janes house on the beach in wells for a week in early june. even with a few rainy days, we enjoyed our time thoroughly. the location is quiet, the house has unrivaled access to the beach. there is a large deck overlooking the scrub-covered dunes separating the house and the beach. water is visible from both sides of the property. we spent time on the beach and biking up and back from the house and ogunquit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney M., Chicago

25 June 2023

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

Ahhhh

From the moment we arrived, we felt so relaxed and at home. The location was perfect, the house was clean and had everything we needed. The host was super responsive. Great stay. We hope to be back soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

4 September 2022

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

Great Stay

The house was perfect for the 6 of us. More than enough room. Place was just very comfortable. Great back deck and patio area. Would definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

27 August 2022

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

Sunrises on the deck.

This is our second time staying at this convenient Wells Beach location. And it did not disappoint. The first time there were no renters in the upstairs unit whereas this time it was rented out which had me concerned with noise. But other than muffled foot steps and some friendly interactions over the deck it really did not matter. Once again Jane, the owner, continues to be prompt with her responses to any questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

16 August 2022

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

Amazing

We enjoyed a wonderful stay! House is amazing, exactly as described. Very Clean!!! Beautiful views…..especially the sunrises!! Jane was speedy and wonderful to communicate with!! Answered my questions extremely fast! We look forward to our next Wells Beach Vacation ☀️🎣

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

13 August 2022

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

Third visit

This was our third visit to this property as a family of four. We couldn’t wish for anything more! The location is perfect. The house is beautiful. The beach is super fun! Jane is terrific. We love the memories we are creating here each year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

2 August 2022

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

Another wonderful stay!

This property is perfect for the Wells experience. Location is the best place to see both the sunrise and sunset with a beautiful view of both the ocean and the harbor. Jane is a wonderful host and very attentive before during and after the trip. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

14 July 2022

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

Wonderful week at the beach

Jane’s home was beautiful and exactly like the pictures. Proximity to the beach was wonderful. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to spend our week in Maine! We took trips nearly every day to surrounding towns up and down the coast and also spent plenty of time at the beach. We even talked about booking the house again for the same week next year before we’d even left! Highly recommend this property.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 September 2021

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

The perfect sunrise

Each room facing east, the primary bedroom, living room / kitchen and another bedroom with a queen bed all take advantage of the sunrise with sliding doors so that it is easily seen from any vantage in the house. The house is perfectly set facing east unlike the majority of properties on Wells beach. The dunes and the 2 fir trees make the property feel very private despite close neighbors. The deck is even larger than imagined and includes a stone paved area as well. The shed had all the beach gear we needed and games, which was fantastic. The host was very considerate and helpful with local restaurant recommendations and points of interest. We loved this location as well as going right at the end of peak season. It was fantastic to see the beach at different tides and an easy walk to the town center by beach or street.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

31 August 2021

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

Beautiful cottage, great beach access, and stunning deck

I proposed to my girlfriend here along with a surprise deck party, so I'd say that really speaks for itself!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley L.

29 August 2021

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

Vacation 8/21

This beach rental as all of the comfotrs of home. Linens and towels included, comfortable beds. Kitchens essentials to cook or grill. Close to stores and restaurants. Jane was extremely responsive and helpful and was committed to us enjoying out stay. Wonderful views of the dunes and the ocean with a light sea breeze. Plenty of beach accessories in the shed. Our favorite spot was the porch area - starting with sunrise with coffee and dinner with cocktails. The sand path to the beach was a bit rough when is was hot and humid. We had a wonderful stay and hope to return again. A recycling continer would have been helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

22 August 2021

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

Comfy, Clean & Great Location

Janes property exceeded my expectations! So spacious and comfortable. It takes less than 2 minutes to walk through the dunes to access the beach- so easy! Plus the dunes gave you extra privacy vs. bring directly on the sand. We loved our stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

11 August 2021

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

Better than remembered

This was our second trip to this property - it was even better than I remembered! We love the privacy the dunes provide and the layout of the house. It is very clean and bright; and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We look forward to returning. And the host, Jane, it terrific. Thank you!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

31 July 2021

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

Beautiful beach front property

We had a beautiful week at this property and the house was everything we expected and more. The owner was extremely helpful through the process and answered any questions we had during the rental process quickly and thoroughly.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L., Katonah, NY

27 July 2021

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

Lovely home that takes full advantage of its spectacular setting

We had a swell time! My husband and I were so lucky to find this beautiful spot in our last-minute, "we have to get away!" search for a beach rental. It really checked all our boxes, and then some: situated on the ocean, just steps from the water along a dune path; a clean, comfy, wonderfully well-equipped house that allowed us to enjoy the views from nearly every room; an expansive deck (with Adirondack chairs, dining table, gas grill) to enjoy cocktails, meals, morning coffee -- all while gazing at that ocean view. And so nice, too, that the grocery store, lobster pound, and local restaurant faves were just a five minute drive away. Easy peasy. Jane was friendly, helpful, and communicative from the moment I submitted my booking request right through to our last day. She and her husband are conscientious hosts who take care of, and clearly value, their home -- and do whatever they can to make it a good experience for their VRBO guests. Thank you, Jane and Jim! We had friends from Boston who were able to join us for a couple of nights, and we only wished we had planned our trip earlier so our grown son and other family members could have enjoyed this special place with us as well. Next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

18 July 2021

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

Family week in Wells

We were a group of 10 adults and 3 children, and we rented the upstairs and downstairs units. It was nice to have space to separate the kids for naps etc. The walk to the beach is short, and Jane had all the supplies you could need for the beach. We had a small issue with hot water, but Jane had someone there to fix it within a few hours. My only complaint is that the upstairs unit had no cabinet space in the kitchen to store food etc and there was no microwave. Overall, we had a great week at the beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

15 July 2021

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

Beautiful beach getaway

This house was even better in person than the pictures. The layout is functional and worked well for our family with small children and even when we had other family members over to visit. You can't beat the location being right on the beach and having the added privacy of the dunes. The home was well stocked and had everything we needed for preparing meals and having a comfortable stay. Jane and Jim were absolutely wonderful hosts and we look forward to staying again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Effie C.

5 July 2021

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

Beautiful views

We started with my 3 you don’t sons and my mom and sister. Having 2 bathrooms was a real bonus and so was the AC in the three days we had very hot and humid weather. The walk to the beach through the dunes was tough on those days but it was lovely to come into the cool house. Everything you need is provided, just bring the black towels. We spent many dinners on the gorgeous patio and deck!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

26 June 2021

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

Pictures did not do the home justice.

Jane, the owner, is extremely sweet, kind, friendly and helpful. She responds quickly to any messages right away. If there's are any problems with the house, she takes care of it immediately. I wish I could have met her in person. The check in was a breeze. A lockbox on the front door, a quick code, and your opening the door with the key. Her house is gorgeous. Its all so clean and beautifully decorated. It makes you feel right at home and Jane did as well. There's everything that you could possibly need and more! The beds are so clean and comfortable. I love that we didnt have to pack linens, they're included and so are towels. It its an open kitchen, dining room, and living room, its so airy and spacious. The bathrooms are great, two full bathrooms! The master bedroom has one of them. Two of the bedrooms, master and one other, have their own sliding doors to the deck. There are stand alone fans for all three bedrooms and AC if its gets too hot, heat of it gets too cold. On the hottest days, all we had to do was open the sliding doors to the back deck and opened the windows in the front and there was a perfect breeze so it stayed the perfect temp. Now, the back of the house is spectacular! There is a covered part of the deck, then beautiful cobblestone, and then the huge deck with views that go on forever. It overlooks the ocean, and dunes, and the jetty. The sunrises just are breathtaking and across the street you can watch the sunset, which I've never seen neither a more beautiful sunrise nor sunset. There's even your own private walk away to the beach. Jane made sure before we arrived that the gas grill on the deck was ready for some grilling. We even had a bald eagle land in one of the pine trees on the side of the house! I already cannot wait to go up again next year and stay there! I think maybe two weeks because 10 days were not enough. Thank you Jane! Because of you and your house, our vacation was perfect!!

10/10 Excellent

Denise F., Annapolis

2 November 2020

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

Great stay

Attractively decorated house, nicely appointed kitchen, beautiful views across the low dunes to the beach and ocean, spacious rooms and great outdoor living space. All four of us thought the house was very nice. We would definitely want to stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

29 October 2020

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

Great stay.

Great location and view. We loved relaxing on the large deck on the dunes. The kitchen is well stocked and met all our needs. Jane is very friendly. She immediately responded to a problem and handled it very quickly.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen H.

28 October 2020

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

Fall get away!

Beautiful area. We’ll have to come earlier in fall when it’s not so cold!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

25 October 2020

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

Great views and beach access

A good place to escape to, for long walks on the beach and catch up on your reading. Perfect sunrise views for the earlybird.

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

16 September 2020

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

Beautiful spot, perfect home

We stayed a week in late August and it was just what we needed. The marsh and dunes are beautiful and every evening we could watch a pair of foxes running on the dunes. Sunrise was spectacular, and just across the street we could watch the sunset.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master bedroom

Queen

Twin

2 bathrooms

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