This vacation home places you next to Saco River and within a 10-minute walk of Engine. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Fish & Whistle - 9 min walk
Subway - 3 min walk
Elements - 10 min walk
Wok N Roll - 8 min walk
Rapid Ray's - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Home on Historical Springs Island and Saco River + Gym
This four bedroom 1.5 bath home on historic Springs Island in Biddeford has both the charm and amenities that you need for your next vacation. Stay in this restored new englander on the Saco River in Biddeford where you can enjoy the water at home or you are just a short drive to the many of the most traversed beaches in Maine. You are also within walking distance to thriving downtown Biddeford, its mill district, and all of its restaurants and shops. Guests also receive complimentary access to an offsite gym.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
Ian Imbert
Languages
English
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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
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,292 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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 and a first aid kit
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
Located steps from Saco River, this vacation home is in Biddeford, and within a 10-minute walk of Engine and Biddeford City Theater. You'll also find Old Orchard Beach and Old Orchard Beach Pier within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Home on Historical Springs Island and Saco River + Gym?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.
Are there hot tubs at Home on Historical Springs Island and Saco River + Gym?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is 14.7 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is located 17.9 mi away (28-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Home on Historical Springs Island and Saco River + Gym?
No, at Home on Historical Springs Island and Saco River + Gym, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.
Home on Historical Springs Island and Saco River + Gym Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Brock E.
Nov 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Nice quiet clean place to stay while traveling for work!
Brock E.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
alex b.
Aug 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little place
Relatively close to the coastline and Portland. Good size house and clean space.
alex b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
François H.
Aug 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for group
The place is perfect for large group.
We didn’t have time to use the private beach but we really appreciate our stay.
François H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Natalie T.
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Friend getaway
We had a lovely stay with Ian being a responsive host. The home had everything we needed and was clean. The home is a short walk to restaurants, coffee and bars.
The neighborhood is lacking and not the best area. But we did feel safe and didn’t even see another neighbor.
Natalie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen J.
Jul 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Biddeford Get Away
Our stay was just right with enough beds for our adult family. We really enjoyed the kitchen stocked with pots, pans, cutting boards etc so we could cook meals and eat in. We enjoyed the large dining room for meals and playing games. The location on the River and small foot bridge to the sand bar was nice for a quick swim and morning yoga. The picnic table was perfect for a tye dying project. A short drive to Portland, Wells, Biddeford Pool and York made this property a good spot for us.
We enjoyed coffee at Elements (thank you Ian) and the interior decorating store, “White Door.”
Both are a must if you stay here.
Stephen J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
4/10 Poor
Murari AJ P.
Jul 5, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
What you see is not what it is
I’ll try my best to be objective about our stay:
Positives:
1: The host left a handwritten welcome card, couple of things about the property and he being a superhost.
2: Parking for 2 cars
3: Towels & Toiletries
Things that could be better:
1: Damp smell all over the house right after you open the door. Its feels old and dingy with uneven floors.
2: Bathrooms don’t have locks! This is a simple fix.
3: A better / new couch would be nice. The Couch in the living room is very dusty and by it’s condition, should have been disposed by now.
4: There were ants in the pull out bed upstairs! There were also ants near dining.
5: Understand its a pet friendly property, but there was a lot of pet hair on bedsheets, blankets. a good vaccum cleaner should help.
6: The ‘Beach’ access over the new ramp is good. But it’s filled with broken branches and looks unkempt for someone to sit / put a chair and relax.
7: The neighborhood where this property is located feels a bit shady and insecure. All
of us felt this. (Understand the host can’t do much about it but when we pay twice as much as a premium Hotel for one night, guess our expectation was different)
To summarize, this place needs a solid revamp in almost everything. We asked for a 11am checkout instead of 10am so we can go to downtown for breakfast and then pack our bags but the host promptly rejected it saying they have same day turn over. No worries. The cleaner was outside at 9:45 AM.
Murari AJ P.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandy J.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home for a large group
Very nice classic old country house.
Has many amenities including a fire pit, radio, several TV’s, and being near the water. We are 7 people from 3 generations and every one of us found something we enjoyed with this beautiful home!
Sandy J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Douglas K.
Jan 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Private City Stay
My family and I had a comfortable weekend away in Biddeford. The house is private but also close to everything. Would definitely stay here again.