Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View - Old Orchard Beach

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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

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Parking available
Kitchen
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Ocean view

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Old Orchard Beach, ME

Old Orchard Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Palace Playland
‪7 min walk‬
Old Orchard Beach Pier
‪7 min walk‬
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View

The Sandcastle is for rent during the spring, summer and fall. Unit available in a beautiful beach house. There are two units; one is owner occupied and the other is the rental unit. Gorgeous ocean view....just a few seconds to walk to the beach. Two bedrooms - one full bed/two twins. Kitchen/Living room area with pull-out couch. Two floors. Spiral staircase. Will provide linens at an extra cost (sheets, pillowcases, towels). Sorry NO smoking and NO animals. *During off season there is an additional fee for more than 2 people.
Take wonderful walks on 7 miles of beautiful sandy beach.
Enjoy the sounds of the waves and the smell of the clean ocean air in your home away from home!
***I return emails within a 24 hour period. If you do not hear from me then there is a chance that my email did not get through to you. Please call me at the phone number in the listing. Thank you.***

Property manager

Sharon Curtis

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed.

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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Old Orchard Beach

Located in Old Orchard Beach, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Old Orchard Beach and Thompson's Point. Aquaboggan Water Park and Old Orchard Beach Parasail are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Old Orchard Beach, ME

What's nearby

Old Orchard Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Palace Playland - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Old Orchard Beach Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Pirate's Cove - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Dunegrass Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

Old Orchard Beach Station - 10 min walk
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Big Licks - ‬8 min walk
‪Rocco's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
‪The Brunswick - ‬11 min walk
‪JJ's Eatery - ‬6 min walk
‪Beach Bagels - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View located?

Located in the heart of Old Orchard Beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Old Orchard Beach and Old Orchard Beach Pier. Palace Playland and Harmon Historical Museum are also within 15 minutes. Old Orchard Beach Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

14 July 2024

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

OOB

Very nice, easy check in, beautiful view of the ocean, clean and very nicely furnished. Only one suggestion, great place for 4 people, 6 is a bit crowded. Overall enjoyed our week with beautiful weather, family pictures, and two birthday celebrations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance C.

18 October 2023

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

OOB visit

Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen P.

18 August 2023

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

Pleasant

The apartment is very clean & comfortable. Best of all, there is a beautiful view of the beach & ocean from the 2nd floor. I liked that all of the rooms had ceiling fans & rotating table fans. Having our own driveway was very convenient. The fact that Sharon, the property owner, is in the building was reassuring.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

18 October 2022

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

Book for a lovely stay

Sharon is a wonderful host, always available and ready with recommendations to make sure you have the best OOB/Maine experience tailored to your wants. The condo is squeaky clean with a fully furnished kitchen for cooking if you ever (somehow) tire of the fresh seafood nearby. Lovely stay. Very hospitable host. Hope to be back soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Steven B.

10 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Limited Service

The property was fine. Good condition. I slept well. Easy walk to the Pier. What I liked the least was that they don't provide anything. There was nothing to make ice. There wasn't even shampoo. We had to beg for towels in order to take a shower. We had to bring our own sheets and pillows too. For the money I paid, I expected more service.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellendale G.

25 June 2022

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

Sandcastle VRBO

Wonderful beach house, fresh and clean! Great hostess, Sharon Curtis. Would stay there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice R.

8 June 2022

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

Great stay. Owners were very welcoming.

Great stay

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

3 June 2022

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

Clean Cozy Spot w/ A Great Location!

This apartment was perfect for our family's long weekend visit to OOB. The location was great not only for its proximity to the beach (you can see the shore from the main window and walk there in about 2mins), but also to the pier. The walk there was only about 8mins. Also, Sharon and her husband Doug were wonderful hosts!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tess B.

20 October 2021

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

Anniversary weekend away ❤️

We couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing weekend! The weather wasn’t great but the view from the apartment is so calming and beautiful. I have never had a more welcoming hostess! She is so kind and accommodating. We will definitely go back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

13 October 2021

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

Beach Getaway

Beautiful beach house steps away from the beach. Sharon & her husband were wonderful ... I would highly recommend staying here, most everything was in walking distance as well ... nice weekend getting some R&R.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise D.

27 September 2021

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

Very nice view.

Cute little apartment

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

cristina S.

25 July 2021

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

Peaceful Location

This property is amazing! You so close to beach and town! Yet it’s so peaceful! It’s has a well stocked kitchen you don’t need to bring a thing. Sharon and Doug are super friendly, helpful always there if you need anything. I would definitely stay again and recommend to friends and family!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

2 July 2021

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

Park your car and enjoy a great beach weekend….

Great little place steps from the beach, quick walk to the pier, but far enough away from the crowds for a peaceful stay. Home had everything we needed and our hosts were wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

17 June 2021

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

Beautiful view… right at the beach!

Overall great location on the beach. Walking distance to the pier with all kinds of shopping, dining, and night life! Gorgeous area!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

15 June 2021

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

Girls Weekend

It was our first trip to Maine and we had a blast. The location was great - a short walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Apt was clean and Sharon was super helpful. Would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melonie H.

7 June 2021

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

The home was exactly as it was described online. Not only it is steps to the beach, we left our cars parked and walked everywhere! The home is clean and the perfect size for 4-6 people. Sharon was very helpful through the entire process.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

14 October 2020

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

Pleasant and tranquil

It was a pleasure to stay at this place in OOB. It was very nice and tranquil! Sharon and Doug were wonderful hosts!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

sourav r.

22 October 2018

Awesome experience

It was a great fall trip to the beaches. Not much crowd and perfect location. Thanks to Sharon and family for hosting us, the accommodation was apt for us. We plan to come back soon....

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roxane B.

8 October 2017

Another great place to stay!

We spent a week at The Sandcastle and loved it. Very relaxing and you can hear the waves hitting the beach at night. You are literally steps from the ocean where you can see the most beautiful sunrises. The surf was rough due to Hurricane Jose but there are plenty of nature walks in the area and you are close to other towns to do some exploring. The owners are very informative and nice. We would stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

25 July 2017

Lovely rental owned by lovely people.

We spent the entire July 4th week in Old Orchard beach. It was a great stay. The place is very clean and well-stocked and would be perfect for a small family or group. It was reasonably priced and a very close walk to the beach and the pier. I think it is far enough away from the Pier and Amusement park to allow for good sleeping, but close enough to walk to find some fun. Lots of fun to be had and the beach is beautiful. Very smooth transaction and communications. Highly recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

27 September 2016

A great place to stay in Old Orchard Beach!

I cannot think of a thing that I would change! Sharon and family are great to rent from, they were available for recommendations when needed but were never intrusive. The rental unit was supplied with everything that you would need for your stay including brochures for nearby attractions. It was super clean and organized. There is so much to do within walking distance, including a walk on the beach or a trip to the Pier. We would definitely rent this unit again, a wonderful place to stay in Old Orchard Beach.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

26 September 2016

A beach gem!

The Sandcastle is amazing. A nice, clean rental unit that is stocked with everything you could possibly need. Steps to the beach and minutes to the shops and restaurants. Our family enjoyed every minute at Old Orchard and the owners were extremely friendly and helpful. We hope to return!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shari S.

17 September 2016

The Sandcastle - a gem near the ocean!!

The owners of the Sandcastle take great pride in helping to make your stay enjoyable and relaxing by offering a clean and sweet place to stay and responding to any questions you may have! It offers all the amenities one may need in the kitchen. The bedrooms and bathrooms are also tidy and clean. You can sit on the second floor deck and enjoy watching and hearing the ocean with your morning coffee or open the windows to feel the ocean breeze and hear the roll of the waves. The beach is truly just steps away! A quick walk will bring you downtown to enjoy a variety of activities. Although close to downtown, the Sandcastle remains quiet and relaxing. I highly recommend the Sandcastle to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay in OOB. Book a week and enjoy!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

15 September 2016

Beautiful Ocean View!

This is our new "go to" place when we want to get away! The owners are amazing,very friendly, and helped us find some local food spots :) The rental, which was spotless, has a fantastic view of the ocean, which takes less than a minute to walk to! Thanks again..we will see you again!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

15 September 2016

Everything you need in one tidy place!

Our stay wasn't long enough! The Sandcastle is a no-fuss, all amenities included, beach house just a short waltz from the beach! The owner is friendly and accommodating and The Pier and all the attractions are in walking distance. The spiral staircase was a bit tricky with a toddler, but we made it work and it was worth it!

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

About this property

Steps from the Beach - The Sandcastle - Amazing Ocean View

Property manager

Languages

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Old Orchard Beach

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

10/10

9.8/10

9.8/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

OOB

Sheila T.

10/10 Excellent

Constance C.

OOB visit

Constance C.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen P.

Pleasant

Maureen P.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Book for a lovely stay

Ruth B.

6/10 Okay

Steven B.

Limited Service

Steven B.

10/10 Excellent

Ellendale G.

Sandcastle VRBO

Ellendale G.

10/10 Excellent

Maurice R.

Great stay. Owners were very welcoming.

Maurice R.

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

Clean Cozy Spot w/ A Great Location!

Evan S.

10/10 Excellent

Tess B.

Anniversary weekend away ❤️

Tess B.