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Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach House!

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Open concept main area.  You can see the stairs heading to the loft.
When the tide is out you can walk for miles! Gorgeous views!
Main Area.  Back patio doors lead out to enclosed porch.
Kitchen
Desk for planning the day or doing a little work

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Wellington, PE
  • Cape Egmont Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bottle Houses
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Credit Union Place
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Summerside, PE (YSU)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

The Blue Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Grey Bedroom

2 Single Beds

The loft

2 Single Beds

The White Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach House!

******July & August bookings run from Saturday to Saturday******
******Check out #sanddollarbeachhouse on instagram********

One of best parts of Sand Dollar Beach house is the beach! When you walk out the front door of the cottage the beach is about 15 yards away. It is a private beach, accessible mainly to the cottages in the immediate surrounding area. We have the most beautiful beach on the South Shore with the warmest waters north of South Carolina. When the tide is low there are sandbars (1.5km!) which makes a for a giant playground for children (and adults!) and a great place for long walks. Stroll through the tidal pools, dig for clams, or beachcomb for sea glass, sand dollars and other ocean treasures. At high tide the width is approx 30 feet and at low tide 400 ft. Unlike the Cavendish Atlantic waters, we have no undertows and the shallow waters extend out for hundreds of feet, at which point they are still only waist-deep, making the beach perfect (and safe) for young children. This is a great beach for families! (Beach chairs, towels and toys are provided.) Rinse the sand off in the outdoor shower before heading into the beach house to relax.

The Sand Dollar Beach House has room for 8 guests. Please note that two single beds are located in a LOFT area. It is accessible by regular stairs but is open to the main living area. There is not a door separating the loft from the other areas. The loft bedroom is equipped with a TV and DVD player. This would be a great room for kids or just a space to sneak away from the vacation chaos.

The cottage has a screened in porch accessible through a patio door. This lovely area is perfect for balmy summer evenings. Listen to the waves crash while chatting with family and friends. After you watch the sunset, (and this is one of the best I have seen!) head out to the campfire pit to roast a hotdog and have a s'more.

There is a large lawn around the cottage for kids to run around and play games.

The main area is open concept. Relax on comfortable furniture that looks out to the beach and an amazing view ocean view. Cook up some seafood or other local fare in the fully stocked kitchen. Lobster anyone? There is a seafood co-op less than 5 minutes up the road that sells a variety of fresh seafood straight off the boat.

If you need a break from exploring, the beach house offers satellite TV, wifi and a DVD player. There is a small selection of movies, books, puzzles and games.

You will be in the heart of L'Acadie! This area of Prince Edward Island is still unspoiled (not overrun with other tourists!) and will provide a truly authentic Island experience for those looking for something a bit out of the ordinary! This is an Acadian area, where the people are incredibly friendly and speak both English and French. The Western part of Prince Edward Island is incredibly laid-back and easy going. You might be the only person on a sandy beach that stretches for miles!l

Close to the cottage:
*Fish market at a working fishing wharf is just down the road.
*Just up the road a few Km is a nice bakery/restaurant called Le Gallette blanche with has a wide variety of Acadian dishes and sweets such as meat pies and rapure.

Nearby:
*Wellington (10 minutes) is a small village with any and all amenities you could want.
* Summerside (25 minutes) is a bustling small city with tons to do, see and eat.

If you choose to head further up the western part of the Island you will find miles and miles of shoreline to explore, lighthouses, and quaint villages that are worth taking an extra look.

Cavendish is always an option, as well as bustling, sophisticated Charlottetown. They are a bit further away but would make a great day outing. I can provide a more in depth "curated" list of the Island's best tourist hot spots AND hidden gems known only to the locals.

Provided/included for your convenience:
Fully equipped kitchen
Bedding, towels/beach towels
Cooler
Lounge chairs
Folding beach chairs
TV, cable, Internet
Games, books, DVDs
Small selection of children's toys
BBQ

Property manager

Kim O'Meara
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Beach view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Reservations run Saturday to Saturday. Smoking anything is absolutely forbidden in the home. Any trace of smoking in the house will automatically for

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maximeville

Located in Maximeville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Cape Egmont Lighthouse and Bottle Houses are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cineplex Cinemas Summerside and Summerside Harbor. Prince Edward Island Sports Hall of Fame and Museum and Green Park Shipbuilding Museum & Yeo House 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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Wellington, PE

What's nearby

  • Cape Egmont Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bottle Houses - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Credit Union Place - 30 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Aboiteau Beach - 108 min drive - 125.2 km
  • Parlee Beach Provincial Park - 118 min drive - 141.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Resto-Bar la Trappe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chez Char - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Acadian Fishermen's Co-Op Assn Ltd - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Richmond Bakin Express Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maddix Seafood Connection Ltd - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach House! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach House! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach House! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach House! located?

This Maximeville cottage is on the beach, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Cape Egmont Lighthouse, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Union Corner Provincial Park and Bottle Houses. Linkletter Provincial Park and Summerside Harbor are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We had a wonderful stay at Kim’s Sand Dollar beach house. Would definitely recommend the place to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kara C.

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

A cozy 3 day autumn stay

After a little difficulty finding the cottage when we arrived in the dark, Kim was quick to respond with clear directions. The beach house was very clean, with modern decor, comfy beds and plenty of warm blankets for our autumn stay- we appreciated that! Waking up to the view was like a dream. Red sand, blue skies, white waves. We walked the beach each morning and collected shells. A few things that I missed: morning coffee and a hair dryer! Aside from that, a fantastic stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine D.

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

Simply amazing!

Kim delivered on all her promises! Everything she described in her add was accurate with even more +++. it is not surprising that her cottage is very popular and almost always rented!! The cottage has one of the best location in the whole area of Maximeville, directly on the beach with a spectacular view in general and breathtaking sunsets! The cottage itself was really clean, cozy, well equipped and beautifully decorated. We were only 2 but could have easily fitted the whole family of 5 no problem! Located in an Acadian region, people were so welcoming and willing to connect and answer our multiple questions! They showed us how to harvest our own soft shell clams and quahaug! We bought lobster 🦞, scallops and bar clams all within 5 minutes of the cottage, and hate fresh seafood all week! Sooo delicious!😋 We easily give this cottage and their host a 5 ⭐️ stars and we hope to be back soon! Thank you Kim for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

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

Best. Vacation. Ever.

Our three kids are in their mid-twenties but it was like they were 8 again! We had the time of our lives in this cozy, casual, spotless cottage with spectacular ocean views and beaches that go on for ever. Easy, scenic drives to Cavendish, North Rustico, the North Cape and Summerside (for our daily runs to Holman's Ice Cream)! Sand Dollar is only about an hour and a bit from YYG, but it's remote enough that we only saw three people on "our beach" the whole week. Last but not least, Kim is the perfect host. She had a fully equipped kitchen, about a dozen board games, fantastic recommendations that only a local would know, and she answered our texts within minutes. We just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Great Beach

We loved being right on the beach. We had a few very hot days and were a bit worried about not having AC, but the oceam breeze was amazing and kept us cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesli F.

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

Fantastic views on a never ending beach in a perfect cottage!

Have stayed here many times now and it never disappoints. A sand dune away from the ocean on a beach, when at low tide, you can walk for hours on. The cottage is perfect for families, the beds are comfortable, and the views are spectacular especially the sunsets! It’s a perfect Oceanside cottage that’s quaint, has everything you need including great internet for streaming, and the owners are responsive to our every need. 10/10!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley G.

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

Family Vacation

Great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Beautiful view!

The view was lovely and the beach was very accessible. We had a great visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janna B.

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

Family getaway

This was a perfect house for our family getaway. All 8 of us enjoyed it a lot . Beach was only a 2 minute walk away. Almost a private beach .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

East S., Brampton, Ontario, Canada

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

A Little Piece of Paradise

The cottage was just as the pictures showed. We loved the location. My favorite spot for my afternoon naps was the screened in porch. We were pleased that the cottage had Netflix and liked the large table in the kitchen. We can see why this property is constantly booked. One suggestion: When we arrived it was raining and the cushions on the furniture in the screened porch were wet. It took a couple of days for them to dry out properly. The look is nice when you walk in; however, if there is rain, maybe the cushions could be taken off the furniture for the next people coming in.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Denyse T.

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

Nice gem away from the hustle and bustle

The cottage is as described. It is fully equipped, fantastic beach front views and comfortable beds. We all thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Family vacay

First ever family vacation, was an awesome 2 weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Vacation of a lifetime

The Sand Dollar Beach house is a little slice of heaven. Beautiful home with everything you need - full kitchen, lovely bedding and loads of fresh towels! Tonnes of room for our family of 2 adults and 4 kids. The beach is spectacular with red sand and crystal clear waters! We will be back to this home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Adorable Cottage

Super cute cottage. Clean and quaint. Comfortable beds. It was unfortunately really cold and rainy the days we went, but still had a day to explore the beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine O.

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

Swimming in September

The cottage was wonderful. Can’t believe we swam in September. Thanks for sharing your home Kim and for going the extra mile for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesli F.

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

Fantastic Beachfront Vacation

Perfect spot for long walks on the beach where when the tide is out you can walk for hours barefoot looking for sand dollars of which there are many. The cottage has everything you could possibly need and is large enough for 2 families. Kids would love the upstairs loft room! The property is large enough for our games and still room for an outdoor fire pit although we’ve just gone to the beach to build a fire. Neighbours are awesome and quiet but would help anyone if asked. Lots of fans for when it’s hot and ceiling fans everywhere! Nice, open and airy seaside house to hang your hat and nicely decorated for when you want to invite friends over for dinner and cook some lobster that you can easily pick up just down the road where the fishing boats come in. The screened in room and the huge veranda are excellent for watching the unique sunsets that are breathtaking every year we go! The owner is super and always accommodating especially through our many COVID reservation changes. Thanks Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., New Maryland, NB

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

Wonderful cottage with direct beach access

This is a very cosy cottage with nicely decorated bedrooms. The layout is well thought out and a sunroom is a very good addition. The kitchen has many extras. We enjoyed our stay and would have no reservation about recommending this gem to others. Very quiet environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Exactly what we were looking for, quiet, well equipped cottage.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Puppy Lane. The cottage has all the comforts of home, clean and very well equipped!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B., St. Margaret’s Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada

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

Incredible location and property !

We love staying at the Sand Dollar Beach House as it provides all the comforts of home and the beach is amazing! It’s such a soulful paradise and we appreciate all the extra touches Kim has provided!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arie R.

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

Wonderful Cottage

Our family of three had a great time at this cottage, though there is room for many more. The beach was fantastic, especially at low tide. Our seven year old spent hours watching the hermit crabs and digging for clams/sand dollars. The cottage was exactly as advertised and we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Perfect Vacation Cottage

Don’t hesitate to book this lovely cottage. It has everything you need! Comfy beds with lovely sheets and covers, everything you could possibly need in the kitchen, tons of kids games, tons of beach toys, lots of beach chairs, tons and tons of towels and beach towels, lots of deck seating! Thanks Kim our stay was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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

Perfect PEI Beach stay

We had a perfect Family Vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martine V.

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

Splendid beach house and scenery

We had such a wonderful time during our stay at this beach house. The views are stunning, the beach is beautiful and the water is calm and warm. We found the location to be excellent and the cottage offered everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

perfect family vacation!

This location and property are amazing -- especially for a family with two young children (ours are 5 and 3). The beach is just at the end of the drive over a small sand dune. The kids LOVED exploring the tidal flats every day... and I can't imagine a safer place for them to do so! And the sunsets were amazing! The cottage is so well equipped and comfortable: we had plenty of space for four adults and the two kids. The kids also loved all the books, games, art supplies, and movies. The location of the cottage is great for day trips too. Everything felt like it was no more than an hour away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kim O'Meara

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Hi! My name is Kim. I am photographer living in beautiful Prince Edward Island Canada. My husband Ryan is a paramedic and we have a beautiful 7 year old daughter named Addie. I love to travel, collect sea glass, read and go to the beach!

My favourite travel destinations so far have been Tulum, Mexico and London, England. And Greece, can't forget about Greece! I have used VRBO and other similar sites to find unique accommodations all over the world. However, there is no place that I would rather be than Prince Edward Island in the summertime!

When we moved "home" to PEI several years ago it wasn't hard to decide to list our cottage so that we could share "our little island" with other travellers!

Why they chose this property

I grew up on Prince Edward Island and spend my summers at the beach. I lived away in a different province for 13 years and started to miss the ocean. We decided to move back several years ago and have loved living on this little island again!

I love travelling and liked the idea of having a cottage to rent to vacationers. After searching for the perfect place and then spending several months revamping it...Sand Dollar Beach house was ready to go! We are so proud of our place and hope you love it as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

We loved the look of the cottage. It has a lovely laid back beach feel that just begs you to rest and relax.

When we travel my family likes to experience our destinations a little off the beaten path. The beach house is located in a unique and very special part of PEI that is not as busy or touristy. It is still close to anything you would like to see, but offers a more authentic Prince Edward Island experience.

I loved the community that the beach house is near. It is a bilingual acadian (French/English) area with incredibly friendly and welcoming people.

And the best part of the property...The beach! We fell instantly in love with the lovely secluded beach. The beach is quintessentially PEI. Red sands, warm waters and walking for miles when the tide is out. When you step outside the door the beach is right there! We were excited to find out that you can find sand dollars. This is very rare in PEI! I collect sea glass (and can tell you some top secret spots to find some if you want to try too.) but have not ever encountered a sand dollar while out beach combing.

The cottage is so close to the water you can hear the waves in the quiet evening. Who hasn't dreamed about being lulled to sleep by lapping waves!

Languages:

English, French

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