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Lil House - Charming Cottage By the Sea ~ Pet Friendly

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Property grounds
entrance gate
patio inside gate
Enjoy the deck
living room pull out couch

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 555.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

2nd floor

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lil House - Charming Cottage By the Sea ~ Pet Friendly

Note: June, July, August, and September rentals are by the full week only, Saturday to Saturday. June and September available for monthly rental with 5% discount. Property access info will be emailed 3 days before your arrival.
Our charming cottage by the sea, located in a cottage community known as 'Camp Ellis', is our home away from home and we are sure you will feel the same. Enjoy your morning coffee from our second floor deck with an ocean view. The cottage is fully equipped with a full size refrigerator, stove, microwave, Smart TV and DVD. It is heated for a cool June or September. AC available on the first floor and ceiling fans in each room. Sheets and towels are NOT included. We are just steps to a quiet beach for relaxation and fun and which is dog friendly! There is a working fishing pier, deep sea fishing charters, kayak rentals, para sailing and jet ski rentals. Fresh lobsters are readily available. There is a wonderful local restaurant, Huot's, within walking distance and plenty more choices in town. There is a Camp Ellis General Store with many grocery items as well as wine, beer and wonderful snacks and local items. The cottage is just a few miles off the highway, yet you will feel like you're a world away. Take advantage of local antiquing and outlet shopping in Kittery and Freeport. You can take a free local trolley into Old Orchard Beach for fun on the Amusement Park Pier or a short drive into Portland for more city enjoyments.

Property manager

Janice Peneno

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saco

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Camp Ellis, a neighbourhood in Saco. Old Orchard Beach Pier and Pirate's Cove are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Saco River Cigars. Funtown Splashtown USA and Marden's Surplus and Salvage are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Saco, ME

What's nearby

  • Camp Ellis Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Parasail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Palace Playland - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 7 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Licks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rocco's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Garside's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy The Greek's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lil House - Charming Cottage By the Sea ~ Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lil House - Charming Cottage By the Sea ~ Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lil House - Charming Cottage By the Sea ~ Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lil House - Charming Cottage By the Sea ~ Pet Friendly located?

Located in Camp Ellis, this cottage is steps away from Camp Ellis Beach and Old Orchard Beach Parasail. Saco River and Ferry Beach State Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marie-Louise S.

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

Lovely little house

All together was it very nice, after we got sheets and towels for fee of 75 dollars. The kitchen is very well equiped. As well we liked the environment, quiet and in walking distance to a restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Great get away spot

Perfect place to kick back relax & rejuvenate!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ursula J.

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

ocean visit

Loved the side patio and all the outdoor decorative touches. The kitchen had every kitchen tool one could need for cooking and there were signs everywhere about how to operate/use switches and equipment. The tv was conveniently located, On the down side, the living room was dark and the lighting was harsh. The dining space was tight unless you ate outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claude L.

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

Belles vacances

Nous avons eu un bon moment dans ce gîte.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Great place

We stayed a week. The location is very nice - the little beach nearby doesn't get as crowded as the main Old Orchard beach, and we liked the fact that dogs are allowed on that beach. It was also great for us that the door into the house was inside of a gated little yard area, especially with dogs. The house itself was great. It's small but was plenty big enough for us. The owners seem to have put a lot of thought into including the little extras - there are books and games, every possible kitchen item you could need, a cup with pens and pencils. Clearly this is a property that is often used and well-loved.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franny G.

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

Great Place

Very, very nice little place to spend a week. Everything was clean and comfortable. The cottage was just a short one or two hundred yard walk to the beach or the pier. The only thing we'd suggest would be to edit the description. The place had more in the way of amenities than was described-such as an air conditioner and ceiling fans and more- and that was a pleasant surprise. It was quite centrally located and we highly recommend taking advantage of this property if you can...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very welcoming

The house was super cute and felt very welcoming. Would recommend for a couple. Close to the beach and very friendly neighborhood. No hot tub as advertised but other than that all was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

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

Another sweet stay @ Lil House

This was our 4th or 5th stay in The lil house by the sea. Love the home, love the community, love the beach and all the area has to offer. Perfect for our family of 3. Janice is the best owner to work with, all the touches make it special.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert L.

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

Camp Ellis Getaway

This was a last minute booking in our part so we were very pleased to be able to find this place. We have been coming to Ocean Park for 40 years so this was a little out of the area for us. It was a joy to be by the pier as we saw many of the lobster boats come in and unload! The beach area is quite small but it is very close by and access to other beaches is within minutes. The Lil House was very comfortable, clean and a nice place to relax at the end of a beach day! Anything needed for meals was there (cutlery, dishes, etc…) and instructions were very clear with regards to little nuances of the property. We would return there again with no hesitation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

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

Cute Cottage

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your cute cottage. The location was within walking distance to the beach and it had everything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D., Montreal Canada

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

Perfect Spot

Janice's Lil House was exactly what we needed. It's cozy and charming and located in a cute fishing village south of the busier Old Orchard area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

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

Another wonderful stay

Janice is always so responsive and the little house is just perfect for us, feels like our home away from home. Just steps away from the beach and a short drive away from anything you can imagine wanting to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Annual Trip

Been coming to the OOB area for over 40yrs. Have loss track how many years at Lil House, but plan to continue our annual trek in 2024!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy H., New Hampshire

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

Lil House

Not what we were expecting (on us), and we did not stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan b.

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

Great stay

Friendly little cottage in sweet camp elllis location. Everything you’ll need is available in this obviously loved space tucked into the beach community Janice was a gracious and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claire L., Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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

Peaceful stay in Camp Ellis

As we already knew and loved Camp Ellis, it was a delight to stay there for a few days. Everything was perfect. The house was small but the owners had thought of everything we could need during our stay. It was very comfortable and had a balcony with a nice seaview, which we enjoyed every day. The beach was very close, and the general store had the best lobster rolls we had eaten in years. Thank you Janice and Colleen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Bruce S.

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

Great little house near the beach

Very cozy and loaded with charm. Host has really stocked the house with every amenity - except linen & towels :( Neighborhood is a bit crowded, but they were not too noisy (for my stay anyway). Beach was a bit small at high tide - erosion is hard to manage on the shoreline. I would definitely stay there again in the shoulder season (no AC)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

zella p.

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

Great location, perfectly appointed home.

We had such a great time at Lil' House. The place was stocked with items that we had brought anyways (as a precaution, I always bring so many things). The house was equipped with EVERYTHING you need. We really loved the location. The area is so peaceful and relaxing. Who knew such a beach town existed in Maine? We wanted was a place close to a beach that was dog and kid friendly and we found just that in Camp Ellis. We'll definitely be coming back. This was just the relaxing end-of-summer vacation we needed with our pup and 3 year old daughter. We only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amie N.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay at Lil House and it was exactly as advertised and close to the beach which was not overly crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

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

Another wonderful stay at Lil House

We just love the house, it’s location and Camp Ellis. Janice is super responsive and wonderful to work with. Can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindi W.

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

Family Visit

Great location. Quiet. Steps from the beach. Nice neighbors. Food nearby. Short drive to OOB to visit with family! We haven't seen one another for 16 years! We grilled out, too. Awesome kitchen set up and head everything we needed!! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

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

Perfect!

We loved this cute little home. Tons of character, close to the beach and enjoyed the patio. Would absolutely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Lil House in Camp Ellis Saco ME

Perfect cozy getaway from Boston for weekend! Listened to the ocean at night and being able to watch the fog roll in was so fascinating. Rested and rejuvenated to head back to city now.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

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

Relaxing get away

Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a secluded place to get some R&R. The beach is literally less than a minute walk away and because it was off season dogs are allowed to be off leash, which our pups loved. There's also a nice park within running/walking distance that had some cool woodsy trails. Within 30 min of Portland and Ogonquit and Kennebunkport so lots to do while still having a quiet place to retreat to. The accommodations were great for what we were looking for, which was really just a place to sleep and relax in the morning before we set off on our adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Another great stay!

Everything was perfect, including the weather!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

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Hosted by Janice Peneno

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