York, Maine vacation rental

Walk to Long Sands. Bring the whole crew—and the dog.

10-minute walk · Sleeps 10 · Pet-friendly · 3 full bathrooms · Air conditioning

Veteran-owned Professionally managed Secure booking Linens included

Dates & Pricing

Check the live calendar before you plan the beach week.

Summer weeks in York book quickly, especially for homes that sleep 10 and welcome dogs. Dates are open through 2027, so lock in the beach week, reunion, or long weekend while the calendar still has room.

Top Benefits

Easy beach logistics for a full house.

Walk to Long Sands:About 10 minutes on foot, so beach trips do not have to start with parking math.
Sleeps up to 10:Two main-floor queen bedrooms plus a flexible upstairs sleeping area.
3 full bathrooms:Main-floor shared bath, queen ensuite, and second-floor bath.
Pet-friendly:One large dog or two small dogs under 50 lbs, subject to current booking rules.
Air conditioning:Mini-split air conditioning for summer stays.
Outdoor living:Yard, firepit, grill, and outdoor dining for evenings after the beach.

Bedroom & Bathroom Layout

Three bedrooms, three full baths, and a flexible upstairs setup.

Sleeping and bathroom layout
Bedroom 1 Main-floor queen bedroom with ensuite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 Main-floor queen bedroom near the shared full bathroom.
Bedroom 3 Upstairs flex space with 1 king bed and 4 twin beds, including a separate curtained sleeping area with two twins.
Bathrooms Main-floor shared full bathroom with tub/shower, queen primary ensuite with shower, and second-floor full bathroom with shower.
Wide view of the upstairs king bed and twin beds at Captain and the Kiwi
The upstairs flex bedroom has a king bed, two twin beds, a shared full bathroom, and a separate curtained sleeping area with two more twin beds.
Main Floor Queen bedroom with ensuite shower bath Second queen bedroom near the shared full bath Open kitchen and living area for group meals Easy access to the yard, grill, and firepit
Second Floor Flexible sleeping space with a king bed and two twins Curtained sleeping nook with two additional twin beds Full bathroom with shower for upstairs guests

Location

Ten minutes on foot to Long Sands, with York favorites close by.

The home sits on a quiet lane in York, Maine, within a 10-minute walk of Long Sands Beach. Short Sands, Nubble Lighthouse, York Beach, Ogunquit, and Portsmouth are best planned as short drives.

You can walk to Long Sands for beach time and coastal air. You will still want a car for bigger grocery runs, dinner in Ogunquit or Portsmouth, lighthouse visits, and exploring beyond the immediate beach neighborhood.

~10 min walkLong Sands Beach
Short driveShort Sands + York Beach
Short driveNubble Lighthouse
Easy day tripOgunquit + Portsmouth

Reviews

Guest confidence, with source attribution.

Verified excerpts from the Salt & Shine OwnerRez reviews widget. The live listing shows a 5.0 aggregate rating from 3 reviews.

"Clean, neat, spacious and quiet. Great fire pit."

Kelly T · stayed Aug 2025 · Salt & Shine OwnerRez

"All was excellent from the fast wi-fi to the kitchen..."

David L · stayed Jul 2025 · Salt & Shine OwnerRez

"Clean home and responsive host. Couldn't ask for a better place."

Tammy M · stayed Jun 2025 · Salt & Shine OwnerRez

Amenities & FAQ

The practical details guests ask before booking.

How many guests can stay?

The listing allows a maximum occupancy of 10 and describes sleeping for 7-10 guests.

What are check-in and checkout times?

Check-in is listed as 4:00 PM with keypad entry available 24 hours a day. Checkout is listed as 10:00 AM.

What is the pet policy?

Pets are welcome: one large dog or two small dogs under 50 lbs. Confirm current fees and restrictions on the Salt & Shine booking page before reserving.

What is the cancellation policy?

The live listing states that 100% of booking charges are refunded for cancellations more than 60 days before arrival. Cancellations within 60 days receive no refund.

What is the minimum renter age?

The primary renter must be at least 28.

What parking is available?

There are 5 parking spots available for guests.

Are linens and beach items included?

Linens are provided. Beach equipment details should be confirmed on the booking page or with Salt & Shine before arrival.

Is the yard fenced?

No, the yard is not fenced.

Who handles local support?

The property is professionally managed by Salt & Shine Vacation Rentals, with booking, policies, and guest support handled through the property page.

Monthly Stays

Extended stays for travel nurses, relocations, and York Hospital assignments.

Monthly furnished stays are a separate fit from summer vacation weeks. Captain and the Kiwi works well for travel nurses, locum professionals, remote workers, relocations, and families between homes who need a fully furnished whole house in York.

Monthly stays are typically October through May with a 30-day minimum, depending on the calendar. Start with the direct booking page for availability, then confirm monthly terms with Salt & Shine.

Monthly stay guide

Owner Story

A veteran-owned home with a real York story.

Captain and the Kiwi is owned by a U.S. Army combat veteran and his wife from New Zealand. They first came to York while dating, loved it enough to get married here, and later bought this house so they could return every year with their growing family.

That history shapes the way the home is set up: practical bedrooms and bathrooms, laundry, 5 parking spots, outdoor space, and enough room for families and longer stays to feel settled instead of squeezed in.

The private yard and outdoor chairs at Captain and the Kiwi in York, Maine
The yard at Captain and the Kiwi, close to Long Sands Beach in York, Maine.

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