'Sea Haven' 3 BR Oceanfront plus short walk to Fortunes Rocks Beach

Biddeford, Maine
$496 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

If the dates that you want are taken, please be aware that the smaller cottage (the Palace/la MerVeille) still has availability, so please do ask me about that. Thank you!
Waterfront cottage on sheltered cove--rocks, sand, sea glass! Incredible Views of rocky coast from open deck + 3 rooms with huge windows, incl. bedroom! Eat while watching Lobster Boats come into cove to tend their traps! Best of both worlds: beside Short Beach plus short walk to Long Public Beach for surfing or runningwith the sea at your feet and wind in your hair! Water in every direction.

Character: delightful diamond-pane old windows, French doors
Smaller cottage towards back of property also has ocean views, in case other family members or friends want to be nearby. See HomeAway #3469463 .
Internet, Spectrum TV, Books, Children's Books, Puzzles, Games.

The beautiful white sand beaches of Biddeford offer a getaway vacation that you will want to return to every summer--and this cottage offers the perfect spot. Enjoy watching sparkling water and waves breaking on the rocks, from the comfort of your living room or deck. Wade in the sheltered waters on the small beach just a few steps away, or stroll down to jump in the waves on the 3-mile-long beach just over the hill--Fortunes Rocks is known for its beaches, and surfers visit all year!
The quiet small beach and the splashing public beach are as different as night and day, and this house is one of the very few giving you the best of both.
One very special bedroom has huge windows looking out over the cove and beach, for peaceful sunrise and glorious sunsets. What could be more romantic than watching the moon cross the sky with moonlight glittering on the water below!
Eat with a view of the cove, in the south porch with its huge windows like in the bedroom above. Better than any fancy restaurant!
Sip your tea on the open deck overlooking the cove and beach.
Stroll out into the yard and enjoy the flowers, then step down the wooden ramp onto the beach to explore rock pools at the edge of the sea. Sit on the beach with the light breeze and the sand between your toes--the kids can make sand castles in the fresh salty air.
Town is only a few minutes away, where you can discover that the historic districts of Biddeford and Saco provide delightful walks. New development has brought cafes (including Panera Bread) and ethnic restaurants. The mills have been transformed by artisans, woodworkers, and many small businesses in the new loft spaces on the island in the Saco River. History and architecture buffs will enjoy the “Museum on the Streets” self-guided walking tour. Scenic river views may be enjoyed from trails, a gazebo, and benches.
Funtown, Aquaboggin, & shopping malls are nearby: To the north, there is Old Orchard (15 minutes), Portland (a half hour), and Freeport's LL Bean store just beyond. To the south, Boston is an hour and a half, Kennebunkport just 15 minutes, and the shopping at Kittery in between.
Boater's paradise: there is a boat launch on the Saco River; kayak rentals for the river/salt marshes to the north/the ocean! There are lobster boats, fishing boats, boats to whale-watch!
Artists paint islands and lighthouses at Biddeford Pool, and visit galleries from Perkins Cove to Kennebunkport.
Naturalists can walk the beach, the salt marshes, woods, and fields, watching for birds, chipmunk, woodchuck, beaver, fox, wild turkey, deer, moose, ... Bigfoot !! Well, what's a summer without a little adventure Maine is Vacationland, and 'Sea Haven' at Fortunes Rocks has the best location of all.
Near shopping, arts, theatre, antiques, book sales, whale watch, fishing, kayaking, lobster!
Perfect for just resting and rejuvenating in the salty air!
See the Milky Way and a sky full of stars from our yard or deck, then sleep with the sound of the gentle waves and the smell of the salt air.
Getting there: Apart from driving, or flying to Boston (BOS) or Porland (PWM), you could even come by train! The Amtrak station, opened in 2009, is notable for being the first green design train station in the U.S., featuring a wind turbine for electricity, geothermal heating and cooling systems, and a roof made from recycled soda bottles.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms
  • GENERAL

    Comprehensive Food Waste Policy Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Recycling Unit Size: 1940 Sq Ft (180 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Ocean On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Thin Carpet In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Marion T.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 10, 2025

    Great location for the perfect Maine vacation!

  • Timothy C.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Great location!

  • Kathy J.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    We would have liked newer towels, washcloths, dish towels. Beds were comfortable and we had plenty of blankets to keep us warm. The view was beautiful and overall we had a great stay!

  • Angie L.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    The beach was great, and the house and beaches were very pet friendly. The deck has a great sunset view. The driveway was a bit tricky for a Suburban, but the drivers in the neighborhood were patient and respectful. I felt safe walking in the area. The house is overdue for a thorough deep clean of walls, floors, baseboards so that may be what some of the other reviews were negative about. Bathrooms, sinks, counters, tables were clean. It was a peaceful, relaxing location which was everything I needed.

  • george k.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    An amazing property. Extremely responsive host. Never found washer/dryer. A bit more TLC would convert this to a 5000 a day rental.

  • greg S.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    We had a wonderful time. The place was absolute beautiful. Suzanne was gracious, informative and helpful.The peace and serenity we experienced was especially appreciated by our 86 year old friend, who is fighting cancer.Our stay far exceeded any of our desired expectations! Although we were sad to leave, knowing that we will be returning next year helped to lessen our sadness.

  • Pauline C.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Check in was easy. Kitchen was pretty well stocked except the was no dish pan for washing dishes or a dish strainer. We purchased our own. A laundry was listed but there was no laundry, and the dinning room which she said was now a bed room had a small table, old worn out couch and an antique cupboard with dishes, and a dirty rug. The electric out lets had no power and the celling light quit working. We were disappointed but had a nice vacation. I will not rent it again or refer this renal to anyone.

  • Patricia O.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    Sea Haven is the quintessential summer cottage/ camp. It is dated but serviceable and clean, well maintained. Gorgeous views in nearly all spaces. Access to a private beach. Peaceful.

  • Aaron S.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 11, 2025

    It was amazing to be able to walk out to our beach backyard with the whole family! The dogs had a blast watching the tide and the full moon was radiant. The mornings were extra special with coffee on the beach porch. The meals we had were full of memories because we could actually see the whole ocean while eating! Thank you for an unforgettable stay at this amazing place!

  • John C.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 4, 2025

    My brother and I traveled to Biddeford for a 3 night getaway and were thrilled to have been able to stay at Suzanne’s Sea Haven property. Its location on the water in Fortunes Rocks cannot be beat! The house was clean, bright and well equipped with rooms upstairs and down having great ocean views. Suzanne was a terrific host, providing detailed check-in/out instructions and providing a tremendous amount of information about the home, the locale and the coastal southern Maine area. Although the weather during our stay was cloudy, chilly and rainy the house was comfortable and welcoming. I am grateful to Suzanne for allowing us to stay in this lovingly cared for property that has been in her family for generations! I hope to be able to return for a longer stay in the summer or fall!

  • R H.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 29, 2024

    Even though it was on the bay, it would have been nice to see more of the open waters. The day we stayed was great so we utilized the deck. It could use some upgrades but overall a nice stay.

  • e g.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    Nothing can beat the location of this quaint cottage - right on the water with access to a small private beach. We were able to put our kayaks right in the water and explore, watch the wild life (we had a cute duck family that visited every day) and be lulled by the waves to sleep each night. The house is surprisingly roomy with many places to sit/eat comfortably and watch the water. The kitchen is pretty well equipped although there is no dishwasher. We had a great vacation!

  • Mary L.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2024

    Stayed Jun 9, 2024

    We refused to stay. Bugs and cobwebs in foyer next to a full canister of the vacuum. Filthy door leading to living area. Thick layer of dirt and grime on smoke dedector. Carpet ripped up by door on screened porch. Double pane patio door windows leaked and stained. Weeds grown up in enkept lawn. Vrbo states a/c but that is only on dining porch. Chair covers looked like someone wrestled on them. Dirty door tracks. Rusty heat vent covers. Delapidated furniture with broken down seats. Trash under back steps. Paint peeling on exterior. Duct tape holding screen in, in master bedrooom. I took 42 pictures of why we didnt stay. And stated owner was a premier host. Smh!

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$496+
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