Welcome to this beautiful coastal retreat, nestled on a quiet street close to the ocean. Savor moments of tranquility on the patio, where you can often hear the soothing sounds of both the ocean and nearby stream leading to a serene pond.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8170 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
"Shore To Please" Wells, Maine. All the comforts of home. 3 bed, 3 bath, ac ++
We purchased this home in November of 2023 and live in it 7 or so months of the year and rent from mid-May through mid-October. Our home is on a quiet street about a mile from the ocean (as the gulls fly). Our patio and yard are a private, peaceful, fenced-in garden setting where you can always hear birds and sometimes hear the ocean. There is a small stream behind our home that leads to a pond down the street. The property is on a street directly off of Rte. 1, close to everything in Wells, and a great central location halfway between nearby Ogunquit and Kennebunkport.
Each of the three bedrooms has a full bathroom to go with it. The family living area is perfect for relaxing or watching tv on a 65 inch tv. The living and dining space are an open concept to the kitchen and to the patio through large french doors that let in lots of natural light. The kitchen is updated with freshly painted cabinets, brand new appliances, and beautiful quartz countertops and is equipped with all of the cooking tools you'll need. The patio just outside the living room has a fire pit with 4 Adirondack chairs and wood and propane options, a 3-burner Weber grill, and an outside table with seating for 8.
As dog owners ourselves, we are a dog-friendly (2 dog limit) rental with a fenced-in yard. Everything in the yard is available for your use--outdoor table and chairs, fire pit, Weber grill, raised garden beds with herbs and vegetables (in season). We also provide 4 beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and beach towels as well as bed linens and bath towels.
Shore to Please is in a convenient location in the center of Wells, and equidistant from Ogunquit and Kennebunkport. The property is about a 5-minute drive to Wells Beach and Drakes Island Beach parking. It is also 5 miles to Ogunquit Village and Beach and to Kennebunkport in the other direction. Within Wells, Hobbs Harborside, The Steakhouse, Billy's Chowder House. Congdon's Doughnuts, Mike's Clam Shack, Maine Diner, Batson River Fish Camp, Seacoast Pizza, Litchfield's, The Bitter End, and Feile Irish Pub are all 5 minutes or less away. Hannaford and CVS are 1 mile away.
We are local even during our rental season, and available for your questions and needs that may arise. We look forward to welcoming you!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Garden
Recycling
Unit size: 1,825 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure front storm door is securely latched
Leave bagged trash in garage
Use recycle containers in the garage as labeled
If possible start towels in the washing machine before you leave
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No parking on the lawn. Street parking is allowed except in front of the mailbox
No parking in the garage. Owner uses for business storage
No smoking and/or vaping inside the house. Smoking outside on the patio and/or in the back of the house is allowed. Extinguish and dispose with care
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Select yes if dog(s) will be with you. Fee is $100
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in Wells, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Beach and Marginal Way. Traveling with kids? Consider Bette-Jean's and Wonder Mountain Fun Park. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Wells travel guide
Is "Shore To Please" Wells, Maine. All the comforts of home. 3 bed, 3 bath, ac ++ pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Shore To Please" Wells, Maine. All the comforts of home. 3 bed, 3 bath, ac ++?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Shore To Please" Wells, Maine. All the comforts of home. 3 bed, 3 bath, ac ++?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Shore To Please" Wells, Maine. All the comforts of home. 3 bed, 3 bath, ac ++ located?
This family-friendly Wells vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of York Hospital - Wells, Bette-Jean's and Wonder Mountain Fun Park. Crescent Beach and Wells Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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"Shore To Please" Wells, Maine. All the comforts of home. 3 bed, 3 bath, ac ++ Reviews
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An excellent stay for a group of 6 adults and one small dog. The property was very clean, well equipped and the owner was very responsive. The backyard patio was lovely and if the weather had been better we would have spent more time there. The location is great - quiet but close to everything. They even left a welcome gift! It was perfect!
This home was the perfect place to stay—beautifully maintained, well-equipped, and incredibly comfortable. It truly felt like a home away from home. The thoughtful touches and attention to detail made our experience seamless and enjoyable. Highly recommend.
We loved every minute of our stay! The house had everything we needed, the hosts gave very detailed directions about literally everything (how to work the garbage disposal, where to find s’more sticks) and it’s in the perfect location (a few minutes drive to all the good stuff in Wells). The attention to detail was exceptional, we had a warm welcome when we checked in, lights on, ice water for humans and dogs, a thoughtful welcome gift. This was great “home away from home” for my family with two kids under 5, my pup and husband and I. We are looking forward to our next stay here!
The property was perfect for our purpose of visiting the area and as a place to stay to attend a family event. The Host, Tom was always helpful and the details provided prior to our stay was very helpful for planning our outings. I also want to share his honesty when he found an ipad and watch that was left behind. He reached out and made great effort to get those back to my wife and mother-in-law. Can say enough about how appreciative we were for Tom to let us use his beautiful property.
Everything was just as advertised, it's a beautiful home and they have done a great job in making sure you have everything you need. The beds were comfortable. The heating and cooling worked perfectly as well as all the appliances. We loved the patio with the fire pit. They even had wood and fire starters there for us. It was so refreshing not to have to run around looking for firewood. They even had an herb garden that we could go out and grab a couple things on the days we were cooking. It's a great place and I wouldn't hesitate to rent again.
We had an amazing stay in Wells. The location of this home is excellent, centrally located to all the tourist stuff without being in a high traffic area. The listing is accurate, and the home looks even better in person. The owner was one of the best rental home owners we’ve ever stayed for. Communication was excellent, and he was extremely accommodating. The house is equipped with everything you need, and perfect for our family and dog. If you’re considering booking, you will not regret it!
House was very nice, very clean. It had great outdoor space and is dog friendly. The house was close to the beach and shops. Neighborhood was quiet and friendly. Communication was great with host easy check in and check out. This house is a 10/10 and would stay again.
Beyond a 5 star rating! We loved everything about this property and its owners. It was a perfect house for 3 couples. The house is beautifully decorated and the gardens are gorgeous. Everyone loved the patio/firepit area, which was conducive to family gatherings. The information booklet, which I find non-existent in many properties, details everything you want or need to know. Communication with the owners was easy and responses were speedy. Pet friendly! We would absolutely book with these owners again.
We would recommend this property to all, it was a beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood and owned by very personable people. We had everything but our food; very clean and they accommodated our every need. We hope to stay there again. Tom is very easy to work with.
The property was more than expected. It is beautiful. The owner is very hands on and is available for anything you need. It was peaceful and very private. It was a very pleasant experience and we hope to return again, if possible.
Wonderful stay. We’ve been coming from the Bay Area to visit our East coast family for a few summers and this was our most pleasant rental yet. Beautifully decorated. Lovely garden patio area. So happy to have all the linens/towels and kitchen well stocked with everything we needed, past rentals were bare and we had to use a linen service () for sheets and towels, and buy salt and pepper. The mini-split A/C units in each room were great to keep everyone comfortable to their own preference. The beds were comfortable, great kitchen and good showers but…. Really, the patio bird songs, chipmunks and frogs were our favorite.
“Shore to Please” was perfect for our family. We had two small children and two golden retrievers with us. The fenced in yard was important and allowed us to relax and the dogs had fun exploring. The house is well stocked and has every last item anyone would need. My husband liked the upstairs office area so he could work in the mornings. The hosts were attentive and on the spot if you needed anything at all. It was so nice to have the patio area with a grill and fire pit. We found ourselves eating out less and staying at the house grilling instead. We are excited to return to “Shore to Please” next summer!
We had a wonderful experience. It started with having the lights turned on for us as we arrived late at night, followed by the pleasant surprise of snacks and wine. The house was clean, inviting and well stocked. We really appreciated the little extras like chargers, Bluetooth speaker and luggage racks in each room. Tom was very organized by sending a manual with follow up videos. I would stay here again!
Very clean and beautiful home. Everything you could possibly need for a vacation rental -3 bedroom, 3 bath, outdoor shower, patio with 8 seat table and shade umbrella, plus both gas and wood fire pits and an outdoor grill! Dog friendly with fenced in yard and located in a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood.
If that isn’t enough the hosts (Tom and Steve) are only a phone call away and would be more than willing to come over in person to address any concerns or questions you might have.
Really cannot say enough about our stay and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nice vacation getaway.
The property was beautiful and the host was incredibly responsive, polite and prompt to answer any questions we had. The house and garden/yard is absolutely breathtaking and it really had all of the amenities that are needed to feel at home (plus more)!
We brought so many things with us and we did not have to use a majority of them as items were provided (pack & play, high chair, towels, toiletries and even dog toys). The host went out of his way and even bought an audio baby monitor for us to use if we chose. Overall a wonderful experience
Our stay was sensational. Upon entry the property was clean, neat, open and bright. A variety of sweet and salty treats came in handy. Upon arrival we were hungry.
Our dogs loved the fenced in yard, small lily pond and the two smal frogs that lived there. The dogs loved watching the frogs. The patio area is a delight. BBQ grill, propane fire pit and comfortable patio furniture. It’s a very quiet neighborhood and a good place to walk the dogs. The location is convenient to Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Ogonquit and York. The beds were very very comfortable. The owner Tom was very communicative both prior, during and after our stay. You can’t go wrong staying here because it’s “Shore to Please.”
For the past 10 years, we have used VRBO for our family vacations. This is one of the best homes that we have ever rented. The home was in a peaceful neighborhood with easy access to route 1. The owner provided us with a detailed packet before we arrived that had everything we needed to know about the home including where everything was located. It also offered suggestions for activities in the area and restaurants. The home was nicely decorated and comfortable, looks exactly like the listing photos. The backyard area had a patio with a fire pit which we enjoyed using. Check in and check out were super easy. The owner checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. There was a nice welcome gift on the counter when we arrived. The owner offered us early check in and late check out for no extra cost which we greatly appreciated. My son had to unexpectedly bring his dog and owner was extremely accommodating. "Shore to please" definitely was true to it's name. We were extremely pleased with everything. It felt like a home away from home and we would love to stay there again. I would give them more than 5 starts if I could!
I initially rented the house thinking that my daughter, husband and baby might come and I could make good use of house's three bedrooms and three baths. Though they didn't come, my wife, myself and our cocker spaniel enjoyed thoroughly the spaciousness of the house. Besides the bedrooms and baths, the first floor has a sizeable, well-stocked kitchen that opens to the dining and living room area. Although it was a little to cool to use, there is a private patio with gardens off the living room. To me, one of the most important feature of the house were the wall-mounted HVac units in each of the bedrooms and living area. However, not being a techie, I had to call Tom when I was unable to turn on the heat.
In five minutes he was at the door and patiently showed me how easy it was to work the units. My wife wanted me to stress how much we enjoyed meeting Tom - definitely a great host.- and how clean the house was. We were fortunate to find a great house and host and will definitely rent the house again when in the area.
Tom was an AMAZING host - very hospitable, attentive and communicative. The home is lovely - comfortable and loaded with everything you could ever need. Would highly recommend! Thanks Tom!
Tom’s house is easily one of the nicest home rentals we’ve stayed in— it was spotless, exceptionally well-equipped, and endlessly charming. I loved staying here and appreciate Tom for sharing it with my family.