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Southern Maine Beach Vacation Rentals
Start with the beach you want to visit, then explore locally managed vacation-rental options serving that part of the Southern Maine coast.
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CHOOSE YOUR COAST
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Pine PointScarboroughView local rentals ↓
Old Orchard BeachOld Orchard BeachView local rentals ↓
Goose Rocks BeachKennebunkportView local rentals ↓
Ogunquit BeachOgunquitView local rentals ↓
Wells BeachWellsView local rentals ↓
Short Sands BeachYorkView local rentals ↓
Mother's BeachKennebunkView local rentals ↓
LOCAL RENTAL COMPANIES
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Independent local agencies and managers serving these beach areas. BeachRentalsMaine is not the booking agent; availability, rates, fees and policies are set by each provider.
Higgins Beach Vacation Rentals
Higgins Beach rentals suit a quiet cottage stay in Scarborough. Map the route to a signed public beach entrance; distance to the coastline alone does not establish access. Ask about off-street parking, linens, laundry, air conditioning and beach gear. A short walk back for meals and naps can matter more than extra floor space. Confirm the changeover day and minimum stay for your dates.
Higgins Beach Maine Rentals ↗Local Higgins Beach vacation-rental inventory used in the Higgins Beach guide.
Best for: Families prioritizing a quiet residential beach and staying close to the sand.
Read the Higgins Beach family guide →Pine Point Vacation Rentals
Pine Point vacation rentals put the long Scarborough shoreline on Saco Bay at the center of the week. Compare the property's route to public beach access with its route to food. Ask whether parking is included and whether you can leave the car parked during beach outings. Confirm minimum stays, arrival days and equipment before reserving. Compare this neighborhood with nearby Old Orchard Beach.
Curry Agency Vacation Rentals ↗Specializing in Pine Point vacation rentals for more than 50 years.
Bayley Vacation Rentals ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving Pine Point and the Scarborough beach area.
Best for: Families wanting a long sandy beach, neighborhood rentals and easy access to Scarborough.
Read the Pine Point family guide →Old Orchard Beach Vacation Rentals
Old Orchard Beach vacation rentals vary most in their relationship to downtown. Choose near the Pier for food and amusements on foot, or compare the North End and Ocean Park for a more residential base. Check evening noise, bedroom arrangements and included parking spaces. Ask for the actual walking route to the sand. Compare the full price, minimum stay and cancellation terms.
Sand Stays ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving Old Orchard Beach.
Beach Girl Property Rentals ↗Local vacation-rental inventory for Old Orchard Beach.
Best for: Families who want the beach plus restaurants, amusements and lots to do within walking distance.
Read the Old Orchard Beach family guide →Goose Rocks Beach Vacation Rentals
Goose Rocks Beach rentals suit a quieter Kennebunkport beach week. Confirm the route to signed public access and whether road crossings or parking permits affect your plans. Consider a kitchen, laundry and space for beach equipment. Treat beach walkability and access to Kennebunkport dining as separate questions. Ask about arrival days and stay requirements rather than assuming every home follows the same schedule.
GRB Maritime Realty Rentals ↗Family-owned local agency with seasonal Goose Rocks Beach rentals.
Sand Dollar Vacation Rentals ↗Independent agency located at Goose Rocks Beach with vacation-rental inventory.
Best for: Families looking for a quieter Kennebunkport-area stay centered on the beach itself.
Read the Goose Rocks Beach family guide →Ogunquit Beach Vacation Rentals
Ogunquit vacation rentals require a choice between Main Beach, Footbridge and other access areas. A property in Ogunquit may still require driving to your preferred entrance. Compare the walk to the beach with the walk to village restaurants, and confirm included parking. Check the exact address, minimum stay and arrival day. Use the tide planner to organize outings around your family's preferred hours.
Ogunquit-based agency with homes, cottages and condos, including options near Main Beach and Footbridge Beach.
Jean Knapp Rentals ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving Ogunquit and the surrounding beach area.
Best for: Families who want Main Beach, downtown dining and evening activities to work together without constant driving.
Read the Ogunquit Beach family guide →Wells Beach Vacation Rentals
Wells Beach rentals support a beach-house-centered stay, but the neighborhood matters. Compare central Wells Beach with properties farther along the peninsula, and check the nearest public access rather than relying on a town-wide search label. Ask about included parking, stairs, laundry and beach-gear storage. Confirm the drive to groceries and restaurants, plus the changeover day and minimum stay for your dates.
Garnsey Bros. Rentals ↗Wells-based vacation-rental company serving the Wells beach area.
Ocean Dreams Vacation Rentals ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving Wells Beach and nearby Wells beach neighborhoods.
Best for: Families who want a traditional beach-house vacation with several beach neighborhoods to choose from.
Read the Wells Beach family guide →Short Sands Beach Vacation Rentals
Short Sands Beach vacation rentals can make beach time, meals and York Beach village outings easier to combine on foot. Verify the property is near Short Sands specifically; a York listing may be closer to another beach. Ask about evening activity, included parking and the walking route with children. Compare indoor space for rainy afternoons. Confirm minimum stays, fees and arrival days directly.
GetAway Vacations ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving York and the Short Sands Beach area.
Salt & Shine Vacation Rentals ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving York Beach and nearby Southern Maine destinations.
Best for: Families who want a compact beach-town experience with food, shops and attractions close to the sand.
Read the Short Sands Beach family guide →Mother's Beach Vacation Rentals
Mother's Beach rentals in Kennebunk appeal to families who want the beach and playground close together. Confirm the route to Mother's Beach itself; a Kennebunk-area address describes a broader location. Ask about stairs, nap-friendly bedrooms, laundry and beach equipment. Dining around Lower Village or Dock Square is a separate location decision. Confirm parking arrangements, minimum stays and changeover days before choosing.
Coastline Vacation Rentals ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving Kennebunk and the Mother's Beach area.
Kennebunk Beach Rentals ↗Vacation-rental inventory serving Kennebunk Beach and nearby Mother's Beach.
Best for: Families with younger children who value a residential Kennebunk beach base near Lower Village.
Read the Mother's Beach family guide →Why use this directory?
I built BeachRentalsMaine as an independent guide to the Southern Maine coast. My goal is to make local options easier to discover—not to force every traveler through the same national marketplace. I organize rental resources around the beach first, so you can make location the starting point of the search.
Before you book
Inventory, pricing and policies can change. Use the linked local rental company as the source for current availability, total price, cancellation terms, pet rules and property-specific details. For help choosing a destination first, use the Southern Maine beach guides.
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