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Dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous porch & prime in-town location

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rockland, ME
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Rockland Harbor Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Study

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous porch & prime in-town location

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Find 19th-century charm and every modern convenience at this ideally located family home in Rockland, where you'll be a matter of steps from downtown's wonderful restaurants, shops, and scenic harbor.

Ideal for a long-term stay (30-night minimum), this two-story home sits on a quiet street in downtown Rockland, only three blocks from the historic center. There's so much to enjoy here, with several art galleries, renowned museums, the Maine Lobster Festival, and the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse all right in town. As the center of Midcoast Maine, Rockland is also an excellent home base for day trips, whether you venture to the picturesque harbors of Rockport and Camden (seven miles), board a boat from Port Clyde to Monhegan Island (17 miles), dine out in Portland (78 miles), or escape into nature in Acadia National Park (80 miles).

This Queen Anne home dates back to 1895, but it has been thoughtfully updated in the years since with high-speed WiFi, TVs with cable and streaming capability, a washer/dryer, and other contemporary comforts. An en suite bath was added to the renovated primary suite in spring 2024. Still, the house also maintains much of its original character, including a wide, shaded porch out front where you can sip your morning coffee in rocking chairs and watch your kids play in the fenced yard.

Step inside to be greeted by a living room with a fireplace, a separate family room where you can watch TV in the evenings, and a study with both a sofa bed and a desk to serve as either a home office or a sleeping space. Enjoy an eat-in country kitchen, a gas grill on the porch to sear seafood fresh from the ocean, and ample space for family meals and after-dinner board games at the kitchen and dining room tables.

Things to Know

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Rockland

Located in Rockland, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Strand Theater and Farnsworth Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum. Oakland Park Bowling Lanes and Maine State Prison Store are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rockland, ME

What's nearby

  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Farnsworth Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle Street Tavern - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Primo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Archer's on the Pier - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous porch & prime in-town location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous porch & prime in-town location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous porch & prime in-town location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous porch & prime in-town location located?

Located in the heart of Rockland, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rockland Ferry Terminal and Farnsworth Art Museum. Strand Theater and Carver Hill Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

6.0
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4.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

5.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brian H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Someone needs to contact me

I have many issues with the property that I don't want to include in a review until someone has had the chance to address them.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Joelle G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great location but with challenges

Pros Location - This house is on a quiet street that is an easy walk to town for everything. It was a perfect location. Front porch and yard - The outside was exceptional. We spent lots of time on the porch and the dogs absolutely loved the yard. The yard was cared for weekly and well maintained. Space - It was large and had plenty of room. Extras - The record player and record collection was outstanding and we enjoyed them thoroughly. Cons Cleanliness - It was not very clean when we moved in. Plenty of spaces looked as if they hadn't been touched for quite a while. There was extremely old food left in the cabinets as well. We cleaned the house ourselves when we got it. Smell - It smelled badly like moth balls. Eventually we found the source was in one of the bedroom closets that was locked and we were unable to get in it. Several days later the local team came and removed them. However, that bedroom was unusable for our stay. We had to buy scent diffusers and other items to help with the smell. AC - The listing said AC, but what they meant was partial AC. There were 2 units in the house to use. Maintenance connected them only after we requested it. Windows - The windows did not open initially. All of them were old and stuck shut, which made the house very hot and didn't help with the smell. Again the local team was able to fix most. Kitchen - Half of the stove didn't work. The local team did what they could to help and we appreciated their efforts.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2024

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