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Classic cottage 900 ft from beach - across from marsh w/ sunsets & wildlife

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Living area.   Living room/kitchen.  23' x 15'
Peaceful shores from outside. Picnic table in small yard area
Full size couch with queen pull out futon, love seat and coffee table
living area looking towards door
dinner table for 4

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 566.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Saco, ME
  • Old Orchard Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Palace Playland
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic cottage 900 ft from beach - across from marsh w/ sunsets & wildlife

*** Wireless Internet ****
Sleeps up to 4 + 1 younger child.

Price includes cleaning fee

CLOSE TO THE BEACH ON QUIET STREET - Across the street from salt marsh that can have breathtaking sunsets and wildlife. Bald eagles have been seen numerous times.

During the summer we ask that guests check in and out on SATURDAYS only, unless prior ok.

Tucked away on one of the quietest streets in Camp Ellis, away from all the crazy traffic, yet close to the beach.

A beautiful, knotted pine cottage that has a bit of a northern woods cabin look, yet only a short walk to beach and the Saco River.

Open space living area (23' x 15') with 65" LED tv, full size couch (pull out queen), and love seat on one side. TV has HD antenna for local channels. Bring your Netflix, Amazon accounts to watch others.

Kitchen area that is well equipped, with dining room table for 4. Full size refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and more.

Spacious bedroom with King size bed makes resting for your next day easy. Includes a high wall mounted smart LED tv to be able to watch as you settle in for the night.

Adjoining alcove for a young child has a convertible couch to bed (full size) with a smart television in it (not recommended for adult).

2 air conditioners.

Outside has a propane grill, 2 chairs, a small table, picnic table, a towel drying rack, a storage tote with beach chairs (while they last) and beach toys, etc. Small yard (approx. 200 sq ft). Also includes bike rack (with cover in case of rain).

Walk to local restaurant, close to Old Orchard, Biddeford Pool, shopping outlets and theme parks.

View the tidal marsh at high tide right from the picnic table outside while you are grilling your dinner on a summer evening. Walk to a local restaurant that many say have the best fried scallops they have ever had in their lives.

The beach is great for relaxing or building sandcastles. Find many treasures while walking from sea glass to sand dollars. You may even spot a harbor seal nearby. A short walking distance from the beach will bring you to a mile long rock jetty for fishing and sunset pictures. You may even get to watch a tuna (up to 700 lbs or more)being unloaded from a local fisherman onto a truck to be sent to Japan

Paddleboarding, Jet skiing, fishing charters and more business have been running right out of the pier the last few seasons.

3 minute drive to Old Orchard Beach with many shops and an amusement park. 10 to 15 minute drive to 2 theme parks such as Fun Town Splash Town, Aquaboggen, Drive-In, daily flea markets, shops and restaurants.

Sorry No Pets, no cats due to life threatening allergy. If pets are determined to have been brought, guests will be asked to leave immediately.

No EV charging.

We provide initial paper goods to help you settle in quickly.

Linens: Guests to bring sheets, pillowcases and towels. Guests can request linens from following company for a fee.

https://www.baysidelinens.com/
Bayside Linens
207-286-6986

Guests will be sent link, if they desire this option. Linens will be delivered to the property prior to your arrival and picked up at end of stay.

We are fully licensed and registered with the State of Maine and Town of Saco.

Owners live nearby if there are major issues.

Not responsible for weather and effects of storms.

**Please Note** 98% of our guests have been wonderful. However we must mention this because of the minority that have taken advantage of our house.

There is NO SMOKING (this includes various types of incense and candles, saging etc) in the cottage ($500 fine)

No Pets due to life threatening allergies ($500 fine per pet and asked to leave)

We have a limit of 5 people. up to 4 adults and 1 child. We had 9 people stay when they listed only 3. additional per night fee charged if more than limit is documented.

https://www.usharbors.com/harbor/maine/camp-ellis-me/tides/

Keywords: camp ellis Saco Maine Cottage camp ellis saco beach rental vacation

Property manager

John and Roxanne Molina

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No EV Charging
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Pets - life threatening allergy No Smoking or any incense, candles etc allowed inside Guests $500 for each violation at owners discretion.
$150/night charge pp each night over 5 people or 4 adults Please, no excessive noise that disturbs neighbors. Refrain from loud noise after 8pm
Leave cottage in condition as found,. We provide cleaning supplies for spills etc, Excessive left mess could incur additional cleaning charge

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saco

Located in Camp Ellis, a neighbourhood in Saco, this cottage is near theme parks and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Orchard Beach and Ferry Beach State Park, while Harmon Historical Museum and Saco Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Scarborough Downs or Beech Ridge Motor Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saco, ME

What's nearby

  • Camp Ellis Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Parasail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Palace Playland - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 9 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Licks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rocco's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Garside's Ice Cream - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy The Greek's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic cottage 900 ft from beach - across from marsh w/ sunsets & wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic cottage 900 ft from beach - across from marsh w/ sunsets & wildlife ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic cottage 900 ft from beach - across from marsh w/ sunsets & wildlife ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic cottage 900 ft from beach - across from marsh w/ sunsets & wildlife located?

Located in Camp Ellis, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Saco River and Camp Ellis Beach. Ferry Beach State Park and Old Orchard Beach Parasail are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

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

Fantastic

Beautiful cottage with a spacious layout. Everything was A+. Couldn’t give it a higher rating than spectacular 🎉👍👍. So much to do and just a short walk to an amazing beach. If you’re lucky enough to book this cottage you will love ❤️ it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing

We had a nice stay. If anything, the cottage felt a bit small compared to the description of the place but we made it work. The place is well appointed and in a pleasant location. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

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

Camp Ellis Vacation

Cottage was clean and had all the necessities very a very relaxing week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

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

Home away from home

We had the best week here in Camp Ellis. Everything about this home was wonderful. Quick walk to and from the beach, grill to cook food, spacious living area, etc. I could go on and on about how much we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Wonderful hosts and home

Camp Ellis is a special place, and this is great place for enjoying it. The house is clean, cozy, and comfortable. The hosts are friendly, helpful, and quick responders. We had a terrific time and look forward to returning!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie F.

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

Relaxing Summer Vacation

We were so pleased with our stay at this cottage in Camp Ellis. The cottage was very clean, cozy, and well-decorated with beach-themed items. The location was perfect, as it is a very short walk (and even faster and safe bike ride) to the beach. The general store and Huot’s (a seafood restaurant) were very convenient (and also a short walk or bike ride away). The place is in a quiet neighborhood but a quick drive to Old Orchard for some arcade games, beach shops, and rides for the kids. My husband and I, as well as our two teenagers equally enjoyed our stay. The owners of the property were very kind, helpful and considerate - although we did not need to contact them for much! The check-in process was super easy and notes at the cabin were very helpful in case we had any questions. We will be thrilled to come back for another stay next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian K T.

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

The local beach on Camp Ellis was very Small

The Rental was very spacious and probably the best out of my 13 years Renting up OOB. We spent several days on the Ferry State Beach that was exceptionally beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Camp Ellis Cottage

A great vacation. The cottage had everything you could ask for and was very clean upon arrival. The location was perfect and the owners were so nice and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Wonderful!

We loved our stay here. We've been staying in Camp Ellis for years and this is one of our favorite places we have stayed at. Cute and clean. The street is also lovely, shady and quiet. Close to the general store and the beach. John and Roxanne are great and quick to help with anything you need. We truly enjoyed our stay here and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Week of vacation plus work

Spent 8 nights. Well stocked and easy to stay. My husband worked from the house for the week. The internet worked well. The beach is very close by with a path to walk along when the tide is high.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LORNA B., Silver Spring USA

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

Cozy and Quiet

If you are looking for a casual house in a quiet location, walking distance to general store, incredible and relaxed seafood restaurant, the beach and wonderful neighbors, this is the house for you! Don’t let me miss the wonderful owners who are incredibly responsive and provide a comfortable home to the guest. Having spent my summers growing up in OOB, I was afraid I may be a little too far out- not the case. The house is in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the crowds and hustle and bustle of the amusement park and pier but just a short trolley ride to all- and $1/person! I would definitely recommend this property and would consider staying again should my travels take me back to Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Ashley J.

Wonderful little cottage in quaint area of Maine

What a week!! My family (4 adults, 1 child) rented this home the week of July 4 this year. We were also permitted to bring our small dogs for a fee. We chose to head north as I hadn't been to Maine, and the weather in Maryland was atrociously hot! Little did we know the heat wave would follow us to Maine. This home does not have air conditioning (which is probably normally perfectly fine) but they do supply LOTS of fans, which we used EVERY one :) The home was equipped with literally everything we could need, even beach chairs and a cart! The only thing we needed to bring was food and linens. There was plenty of room for us to be comfortable while inside. There are games, books, TV, and of course, the Maine scenery. We took the opportunity to drive to several lighthouses to the South, went on a successful whale-watching trip, journeyed to Monhegan Island, and explored downtown Portland which we LOVED. The owners are very communicative and nice and even returned a belt we accidentally left in house. The home sits VERY close to the neighbor, who happens to be very nice also. Parking was a little tight for our large minivan and large SUV. The driveway is shared with the neighbor. There is a small yard, and the house is on a quiet, low-traffic street just up the road from a marina and the beach. The beach was much smaller than we expected and is shared by a good number of people at this time. The home is about 2 blocks off the beach - a very easy walk. We also wandered out on a jetty for the fireworks displays. The home is also located about 5 miles from Old Orchard Beach which has tons of people, beach, restaurants, and an amusement park with an arcade. Overall, this trip was wonderful in so many ways, the home and its owners included. I would certainly recommend renting the Molinas' home and would consider returning myself.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Paula M.

Very Nice

Nice, cozy & very spacious house. Great area, walk to beach! Def' recommend! Paula & Earl, NY
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sharyn D.

Wonderful vacation!

I want to thank John and Roxanne for opening their home to us for our summer vacation. There is so much that is wonderful about their property I don't know where to begin. The house was exactly as represented in their listing. All the appliances worked, the house is large and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen is fully stocked and there were fans everywhere so we were never uncomfortable. John was so responsive to every message I sent him, such a lovely man. The only thing that bothered us was the house was pretty dirty from the guests before us. This is in NO WAY a reflection on John or Roxanne, when you do not live in the home and depend on someone else to clean in lieu of you, you are literally at their mercy. It was a bit upsetting that we paid the extra for the cleaning fee and ended up needing to spend the first hour cleaning. The house was super easy to clean and it wasn't that big of a deal. (just so you know this is the ONLY reason the house didn't not get 5 stars, it would have been 10 stars otherwise!) When I messaged John about it just so he would know and if he chose could address it with the person that is supposed to clean, he was so gracious and even said that any money we spent on supplies he would reimburse us. The house was perfect in every way and would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a comfortable, peaceful house to stay in in a WONDERFUL area. Thank you again John and Roxanne for opening your home to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Great week

Our family of five had a wonderful week in this sweet little cottage. Close to everything, clean, owner responsive. Love Camp Ellis.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joe S., Michigan

Awesome Cottage - Perfect Location for Peace and Seaside Fun for the Family!

Dear John & Roxanne, My family and I had a wonderful stay at your cottage. It had everything you could ask for and more! From the kitchen with pots and pans for easy lobster cooking, to all the toys, buckets and boogie boards for the beach! It was clean and presentable and my children really enjoyed the bunk beds and fought for who would be on the top bunk every night! It had ample room to accommodate our family of five and our dog. The cottage is in a very quiet street which is perfect for winding down and walking the dog without fear of busy traffic. Everyone we met - from the neighbours, to the Fishin' Optician (whom we purchased fresh delicious lobsters) were very friendly! John & Roxanne were great to work with and answered any questions we had in an expeditious manner! The cottage is minutes from the General Store where we bought ice creams on a regular basis and the beach (which is dog friendly, compared to other beaches in the area which have time limitations). The location is just perfect for families with young children. It offers all the fun you could ask for without the craziness and crowds of Old Orchard which is just up the road. We felt safe to just let the kids swim and do their own thing as the beach was small enough for us to keep an eye on them, yet large enough to enjoy all that you'd expect from a seaside getaway. The cottage is also just approximately 30 minutes from great scenic cities like Cape Elizabeth, Kennebunkport, Portland - which are perfect day trips for families. It was our first trip to Maine and we are sure it won't be our last. It was worth the 14 hour drive from Michigan. We truly created wonderful family memories and our children are already asking when we will be back! Thank you John & Roxanne for a wonderful stay! Best Regards, Joe & Suzie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

In a word OUTSTANDING!!!

This is truly a slice of Heaven, and we can not wait to get back. The area is fantastic and the home far exceeded my expectations. Thank you
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pennington D.

Family Share Time

Dear John and Roxanne, We had a wonderful stay in your loved home-away. We were grateful that you welcomed our unexpected family members coming to us. Each one of us had privacy for quiet time (our own TV's) and plenty of room to enjoy our together time. We ate lobster every night. Since we were out-of-season, we enjoyed the already steamed lobsters from Hannaford Market. We did a whale watch from Portland and enjoyed it without a whale. Good time to be "at sea". We need to come back when all is happening but for our time it was great. Just walking the beach pleases these "dessert rats"! Thank you for the many comforts of home and for sharing them.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Outstanding find! Better than expected.

This house is very well maintained, clean, and spacious. You can tell right away even from the correspondence prior to rental that these folks really care about their home and take great care of it. Everything was as described or better. Updated technology with wifi, cable and dvd throughout was ideal. The bonus dining room area is much bigger than it looks in these pics. Bathrooms are good sized and clean. Kitchen was very functional and really fully stocked. The view from the deck was lovely and the grill, shed, porch, yard and other amenities made this an incredible find. The owners put the care and attention in to make sure that their renters are comfortable and enjoy their vacation. We would return in a heart beat.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Exceeds expectation!

What a find! Camp Ellis is the sandy beach without the hectic traffic.Your cozy, comfortable home was a great home base for exploring all around Southern Maine. The owners were very welcoming and helpful. Our foodie family found the kitchen very well-equipped and we enjoyed preparing local seafood. We hope to come back again, and would recommend this property to any traveler!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S., Upstate NY

Great property with all the amenities!

We had a wonderful stay at this 3 BR cottage! The place was clean and well stocked with every kind of kitchen utensil, bowl, etc. The owner was responsive to emails. The location was just a couple of blocks from a nice, quiet beach and a few little restaurants. Saco is not far away (driving) for groceries and the like. Provides a good base for visiting Portland, ME or Portsmouth, NH. Our toddler loved her fish-themed room and talked about it for months afterwards. We all remember our time in Camp Ellis fondly!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great, comfortable cottage

The comforts of your home made for a very pleasant vacation. Every year we have been retreating to Camp Ellis for the past 20 years. We came with family and friends to share two wonderful weeks and your home was perfect and SO CLOSE TO THE OCEAN Thank you for allowing us to rent your home. We had a fantastic vacation. A big Thank You!

About the host

Hosted by John and Roxanne Molina

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Hosted by the Molina's. A couple that lives in Camp Ellis. We try to make our cottage as comfortable as we can for our guests, as we live here as well.

Why they chose this property

Camp Ellis is a bit like an old Village going back into the olden days. There is basically only 1 road into the village that ends up circling around the village and back out. There are about 80 cottages in this area. Some of the lobsterman and fishermen have been here for decades. One will cook them right outside his house for you.

We wanted a place where we could bring our children every summer. They can walk the area with little worry of traffic. They can go to the general store and get an ice cream cone, go crabbing off the jetty or look for sand dollars at low tide.

we couldn't have found a better place in Maine near a beach to raise our family.

Very quiet area in relationship to others like Wells and Ogunquit. 100 people on the beach in the summertime during the week is considered crowded.

What makes this property unique

A nice dead end street, that gets little traffic, yet 900 feet from the beach.

Languages:

English