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Relax in this comfy Log Cabin after your short walk back from the beach

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Living room with 2 new couches
Sun porch
5 min walk to the beach, large yard for the kids
Newly professionally decorated with interesting character.
Many trips to local antique shops for fun accessories

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Wells, ME
  • Drakes Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wells Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 (Master)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Sun porch with door

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relax in this comfy Log Cabin after your short walk back from the beach

4 bedroom, 2 full bath cottage. Large kitchen with 2 dining tables (seats 12+), open to the living room. Living room has 2 couches with Smart TV (internet capable to access your Netflix or other streaming accounts). The sunroom porch has a couch and a queen size, double height, self inflating mattress. This also serves as a second Smart TV room. Master bedroom has a queen size bed, Smart TV and a full bath attached. 2nd bedroom has 2 twin beds, 3rd bedroom has a twin bed plus a twin bunk bed. 4th bedroom has a single twin.

There is a very large yard for the kids and two decks for lounging. The back deck has a table & chairs for outdoor meals or just relaxing. There is an outdoor grill. We keep the mosquitoes under control, so the out doors areas are very usable!

Drakes Island is a great family location with only residential properties and a long sandy beach. An easy 5 minute walk to the beach means no parking fees, the flexibility to easily come and go to the beach and lots of choices that do not require a car.

The Drakes Island Association clubhouse, playground and tennis courts offer many organized activities for kids of all ages.

Visitor Memberships may be obtained by tenants who are renting a Drakes Island property. The price is VERY reasonable (in 2024 a family membership is $30 for 1 week or $50 for 2 weeks). This membership carries the same privileges as a permanent resident membership and allows you to have your kids participate in the Kids Day Camps and to reserve the tennis courts (small extra fee for tennis and kids camp).

Please go to the Drakes Island Associations website at DIIA.org for details and the membership forms.

Bring your bikes to ride along the quiet residential streets. A permanent land bridge from Drakes Island to route 1 makes for easy access to shopping, restaurants, and movies on the main land.

Property manager

Loretta E Hoglund

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
Sorry...owners have allergies & asthma.
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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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, this cottage is by the sea. Nubble Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Ogunquit Beach. Bette-Jean's and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wells, ME

What's nearby

  • Drakes Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Wells Beach - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Moody Beach - 13 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Clam Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Las Olas Taqueria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Scoop Deck - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax in this comfy Log Cabin after your short walk back from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax in this comfy Log Cabin after your short walk back from the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax in this comfy Log Cabin after your short walk back from the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax in this comfy Log Cabin after your short walk back from the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Drakes Island, Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms and Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve. Bette-Jean's and Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

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

Log cabin

We loved the log cabin. Our only complaint is that it was really really hot inside and we never got it to cool down. If it has A/C next year, we may consider it. Landlord was lovely and house was very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Lovely week in comfy cottage

This cottage has lots of room and is well equipped with everything you need in the kitchen, to lots of extra blankets, fans and heaters if needed. The children enjoyed the big lawn and we all were happy to walk to the beach in five minutes. The property manager answered our one issue with a bed that was fixed right away. Highly recommend! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve P.

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

Great week on Drakes Island

The weather was perfect and just a short walk to an amazing family-oriented beach. The deck was also an excellent place to relax after the day. Sunsets over the causeway and sunrises just a quick walk away
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Fantastic location with easy beach access!

Owner, Loretta was lovely to deal with and cabin had all the essential needed for our stay. Loved access to the beach......about a five minute walk. We were even able to drive grandma down the road to the beach with easy access. Great for bike rides, walks and tennis too! Our only complaint is we didn’t rent For two weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Comfortable cabin

We had a great time at the cabin and liked the access to both Portsmouth and Portland.

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve H.

Great beach cabin

We stayed at the Loretta's cabin and we had a GREAT time. It has a cabin feel that suited us perfectly. The space is really functional. We could even host both our mothers. The kitchen is fully equipped and there are even a few beach toys available for the little ones. Overall, an incredible experience. We will surely be back. Thanks Loretta !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

maine cottage

We recently stayed at the log cabin and loved it. It is what you imagine in your minds eye what a Maine cottage should look like. There was plenty of room, everything was clean. The kitchen was well equipped. The cottage is close to the attractions of Southern Maine and many fine restaurants. Drakes Island beach is down the street about one quarter mile. It is the ideal spot for a family get together. From the seventy plus year old members of the family to visiting nephews everybody loved the cottage. My husband and I loved breakfasts at the Maine diner, grocery shopping was maybe a mile away. You can not beat this place.

About the host

Hosted by Loretta E Hoglund

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My father's family started vacationing on Drakes Island in 1913 and fell in love with it. So far, 5 generations of our family have come every summer since then. No matter how far away parts of our family have moved, we all come 'home' every summer to recharge and commune with nature.

Why they chose this property

This is the original cottage my parents started out with in 1956 and where I grew up when I lived on Drakes Island every summer. My brother owned the cottage after my parents passed away and we have now purchased the cottage from my brother.

Languages:

English