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Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach!

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Beach nearby
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Water view
    Water viewWater view

Explore the area

Map
Saco, ME
  • Popular LocationOld Orchard Beach Parasail1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPalace Playland7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Orchard Beach Pier7 min drive
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)24 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach!

Last minute Availability! Steps to the Beach! :) The perfect place for beach lovers. A nice two bedroom with queen beds. Open living and kitchen. Cute bath. All you need for a great vacation spot. Back yard with picnic table and gas grill. Right between the Atlantic Ocean and the Saco River. So close you don't need flip flops. Just throw them away right now.

French doors in the master bedroom and living room open to the front deck, with views of the Saco River. This first floor unit. TV, DVD, wi-fi. A tastefully furnished two bedroom; each with a queen size bed. You will be steps from Saco Bay's 7 miles of sandy beach, or you can walk to the pier to buy fresh lobster or go fishing. There is a kayak rental near by, fishing/ sailing charters, and a quaint general store. You can enjoy the quiet ocean life of Camp Ellis or take a short ride down the road to Old Orchard Beach and all it has to offer. Linens are included. This is a great place to relax for the week.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

Last Minute Availability Steps Beach Great Getaway Beach Lovers
Last Minute Availability Steps Beach Great Getaway Beach Lovers
Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach! Saco
Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach! Condo
Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach! Condo Saco
100 Feet to the Beach. Think you Know Camp Ellis Beach?

About the neighborhood

Saco

This condo is located in Camp Ellis, a neighborhood in Saco, and is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Old Orchard Beach and Goose Rocks Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Old Orchard Beach Pier. Old Orchard Beach Parasail and Saco River Cigars are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Old Orchard Beach Parasail - 1 min walk
  • Camp Ellis Beach - 3 min walk
  • Pirate's Cove - 7 min drive
  • Palace Playland - 7 min drive
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Strike Zone - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hooligan's Steak & Ale - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Licks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach! located?

Located in Camp Ellis, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Old Orchard Beach Parasail, Saco River, and Camp Ellis Beach. Ferry Beach State Park and Ferry Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Dip your toes in sand at Camp Ellis Beach! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John L.

Seconds from the beach but property needs attention
Only a few 100 ft from the beach! Surprisingly we could not hear much of the hustle and bustle being right next door to a busy restaurant. But the restaurtant dumpsters are right outside the property and very smelly. The property could use some updates and improvements, very worn inside appearance and the bare minimum is provided. No handsoap and very minimal kitchen essentials. Our biggest turn off was the inability to leave the front door open to allow for fresh air to circulate the unairconditoned apartment. The deck is shared and the neighbors were constantly smoking cigarettes, and the smoke would come right in through the front door screen. Back lawn area almost unusable with cars parked so closed to the picnic table. Great location but very little privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, peaceful
Nice time of the year to visit Camp Ellis - Accommodation was nice, clean, no frills - Mattress was excellent - No issues w/noise / proximity to Huot’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property has to be refresh!
The cleanliness of the apartment really left something to be desired, the photo of the outdoor terrace is not representative of realty…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dipping our toes at Camp Ellis
I thought the location was perfect. In the reviews some people menitoned having issue with the restaurant next door, Huots. Neither myself or my 81 year old Mother had an issue. They also serve excellent ice cream. The discrencies on the amenities are as such. Therre was no DVD player or DVD library and I brought DVD's with us to watch. Also there was no coin operated laundry. Maybe that could be updated. Also, there was a mattress cover on one bed but not the other. Neither here or there but wanted to mention that. Everyone in the building was awesome. Kevin is the resident who lives there year around and was a font of information for us. He was very nice as were the others visiting last week. We had an awesome time and really appreciated staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Spencer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Peaceful Retreat
Great spot for a getaway. Property was exactly as advertised! Great, quiet location filled with families and great neighbors. Restaurant next store is delicious! Two beaches 1 block away and close to several additional beaches and hikes. Home was clean and well stocked and the bed was comfortable. Definitely a place we would return to.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Laura B., Where do you live?

Very uncomfortable
First ,very hot inside, one bed was an old mattress very uncomfortable ,bed pillows were flat and old loveseat and chair were like sitting on wood. Lots of spiders, was nothing like the pic I would never go back
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

michael g., Oxford Warren county

Liked: Cleanliness
Camp ellis beah
Nice location.close to the beach.stayed next to huots seafood.could get loud with all the people and traffic but got pretty quiet after 8pm.unit was clean and had all the basics.good for 2-4 people.had a good time and i would go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice time
The apartment was clean and only two blocks from a small beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect little private spot in Camp Ellis
We absolutely loved our stay here! The beach was less than a five min walk away and my boys and I loved it! We even saw a baby dolphin while we were swimming!! I would love to come back again and stay here! We just got home 2hrs ago and miss it already. What a perfect little spot!! Totally worth it! My dog even loved it and he usually hates being away from our house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
We stayed in the 1st floor, one-bedroom unit and it was perfect for myself and my husband. The unit is very clean and tidy, beautifully decorated with ocean colors of teals, blues, and whites. Patrick (the owner) permitted us bringing our two adult cats who loved the ocean breeze as much as we did. We met Patrick the day we left and he is a terrific guy! We had no issues at all during our stay, and all of the communications we had prior to the trip were very helpful. Patrick was usually quicker to respond to our messages than I was. It was very humid the week we were there, but opening the windows and sliding door in the kitchen/living room area sufficiently cooled things down. The ocean is at the end of the street and the beach is a short 5-minute walk away, so walking the beach every day became part of our routine right away. Huot's Seafood Restaurant is a must! The seafood is excellent and the drinks are worth every penny. The Rum Runner packs a serious punch! :) The Sea Hawk Gift Shop wasn't open yet, but that is because COVID still has things opening a little later than usual. Midge Sunburn, the owner, is working to get the shop open for July, so we'll be back for a day trip in July or August. The people in the area are unbelievably friendly. Stop and chat with anyone! We will be back for a vacation again and will rent from Patrick if the dates work out. This is our new go-to vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Richard B., Wilmington, MA. USA

Nice place, few issues
Second time staying at this property (different apt last year). In general, it's a great place and very central in Camp Ellis. Awesome of them to allow dogs. The owner (Patrick) is cool, though we had a few communication issues. Ran out of grill propane mid-week, shot him and text but no response. We couldn't grill the rest of the week. He offers to reimburse if visitors get the tank refilled, but we didn't want to bother with that. Left him a VM the day we departed to share a few cleaning concerns, but no response past 5 days. I ordinarily share any concerns directly with the owner (to avoid leaving a bad review). Just wanted to let him know we discovered a bowl with 3 deteriorating floating hot dogs in the microwave. Few days later was sprucing up for a visitor, and discovered that the coffee table beaded mat was stuck on with what appeared to be soda spill. Normally wouldn't irk me too much, but between COVID and the cleaning fee I thought he should know. Probably just a lax housekeeping service, needs to be spot-checked. We brought disinfectant (I manage custodial services professionally), so we took care of it. Still a great place to stay, but cleaning and communication were hiccups this year. No issues at all last year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay
The owner is very easy to reach. The people in the area are very friendly and helpful. The restaurant next door is extremely good. Had a lot of fun here. Will come back again.

10/10 Excellent

joanne j.

Liked: Cleanliness
I need to go back!!
Patrick was extremely accommodating and the rental was just as advertised. It was very clean and contained everything we needed including cooking our own lobsters which were purchased fresh from the sea located just a 1 minute walk away. Pick your lobster and take it home to cook!! I've been home 5 days now and still can't stop wishing I was still there. Camp Ellis is my happy place! Oh and the ocean is only a few minute walk away as well as the harbor (kayak rentals etc.) and next door is a wonderful seafood restaurant with outdoor dining. Just writing this makes me want to book another week for August !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

ERIC G., PAXTON

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute really clean. The noise from cars and Bikes all night you right on the street and next to huots
Nice and clean super small, on the street and the loudest location we have ever stayed. If you like the smell of fried food this is the place. We rented for the week and left Wednesday because you cannot sleep at night from noise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Martha R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, friendly area. Immediate beach access.
Pros: Very convenient access to beach by the jetty; trolley can bring you to OOB for a $1 all day as well; best seafood right next door, neat, clean, comfortable first floor unit. Cons: No air conditioning but we brought several fans which helped a lot and there were two oscillating fans available. The loose slider screens were no match for our dog so may not want to rent if bringing any pets with you! No way to lock screen doors but they are only source of ventilation so we had to leave doors open at night. Right next door to Huot's Seafood (see Pros), however, this is very noisy and tons of cars driving by constantly. After 10PM, very peaceful.

10/10 Excellent

Francine J., NY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to unwind in a welcoming little community
Property owner was easily reached and accommodated our late arrival. The little house with the well equipped kitchen, clean bedding and premises and nautical decor was most welcome after hours on the road with two teenager and a 60 pound puppy! The beach, pier to fish, trolley stop to Old Orchard Beach (1$ per person... yay!) and the famous and delicious sea food eatery Huot’s were all within a 100 feet of our doorstep, not to mention the amazing historic Sea Hawk curio ship owned by the charming local matriarch Midge Sanborn. My kids and I will never forget our days in Camp Ellis and our little home away from home!

8/10 Good

Stan S., Dayton, Ohio

Location was Perfect
Great location to the beach, the docks, a great restaurant. Very quiet setting. One complaint, only one small box fan. It was an incredibly warm week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

andre c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bien et très propre l appartement et belle plage et restaurant DE fruits mer super bon a
aucun problème avec le système vrbo et le proprio .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022