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Back Cove Gem ★ 5 Min to Old Port ★ Bright and New

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Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Back Cove Gem ★ 5 Min to Old Port ★ Bright and New

Recently renovated historic 1891 home close to all Portland has to offer! Amenities include brand new beds with premium linens, 2 car off street parking, an updated kitchen, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, decorative arch breezeways and a restored claw foot tub.

We live in the same building so we are immediately available for any of your needs, but privacy is afforded by your own private entrance!

More information:
- The space
The apartment has its own private access through the front door anytime via touch-screen key pad and is located on the 3rd floor.
See photos for the unique and comfortable décor.

- Guest access
The space contains a full but cozy kitchen, dining room, living room and two bedrooms. Outside, you can expect a covered porch with grill you're free to use, patio table and chairs as well as a tree full of delicious honey crisp apples (seasonal).

- Interaction with guests
Your friendly hosts will be able to assist with directions and check in if needed. They are a local couple that would be happy to suggest a great spot for attractions, craft beer or one of our many award-winning restaurants.

- Other things to note
There is a Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and Hannaford's a short drive away.

Property manager

Danni Higgins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • University of Southern Maine - 5 min walk
  • Maine Medical Center - 2 min drive
  • State Theatre - 2 min drive
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 3 min drive
  • Thompson's Point - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 3 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Great Lost Bear - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rose Foods - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Back Cove Gem ★ 5 Min to Old Port ★ Bright and New pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Back Cove Gem ★ 5 Min to Old Port ★ Bright and New located?

Located in Oakdale, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay, Southworth Planetarium, and University of Southern Maine. Deering Oaks Park and Portland Exposition Building are also within 1 mi (2 km). Portland Transportation Center is 24 minutes by foot.

Back Cove Gem ★ 5 Min to Old Port ★ Bright and New Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katherine Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice 3rd Floor apartment
We (2 couples) choose this space for its closeness to downtown, on a residential street, and ease of parking. The apartment is clean and bright. Nice bedding, towels and toiletries. Be sure to bring your own K-cups for coffee or tea. The owner is responsive. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthyjoe G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Location
Relaxing after visiting the sites around Portland. Off-street parking is a great feature.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip to Portland
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Really enjoyed our stay and the host was awesome. While your here go the the Rose which is walking distance from the house. Best beagles we’ve ever had. And if you looking for beer the Bier Cella has everything. Highly recommend very well located by the city without being in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
This apartment was perfect! The location was amazing as the neighborhood was lovely and adjacent to many amenities. The apartment itself was well appointed, spotless, and comfortable. Sean and Danny were communicative throughout the experience, from booking to check out. And, our ability to get nearly any where in the Greater Portland area from 5 star restaurants to gorgeous beaches in 20ish minutes was probably our favorite feature. We will return to Portland and would love to stay at the Back Cove Gem again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portland, Maine Getaway
The property was nice and very helpful owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Portland
The location and convenience to everything within and outside Portland is ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Portland Getaway
We had a wonderful stay! The apartment was immaculately clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of room to relax. The free off-street parking was very nice, as Portland parking can be hard to find and expensive. The location was great; a nice, quiet neighborhood within a quick drive to the Old Port and other Maine Coast sights. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Portland!
Had a great stay in Portland. The place was exactly what we needed and well kept! The host was extremely pleasant and responsive. Made for a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin H., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place outside Portland.
I highly recommend any location from Sean and Danny. There was a last minute issue with the property we had booked so they put us in an even larger property for the trouble. The apartment was large and clean in a charming 200 year old building. Sean and Danny were extremely responsive and very accommodating. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home Base for Exploring Portland
Stayed here with my partner and a couple of friends for a quick getaway. We had an awesome time! The hosts were communicative and shared recommendations for restaurants and other things to do nearby, which were all awesome. The place itself was clean, comfortable, and convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. Loved walking to Rose Foods for bagels on our last morning (just a few minutes away on foot). A wonderful weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Nice and Warm Apartment for Portland Maine Winter Stay
We truly enjoyed our stay in this Back Cove Gem. Everything we needed was there: 2 good sized bedrooms and baths with very comfortable beds, pillows, towels, etc. Good water pressure and lots of hot water. The kitchen had plenty of room and equipment including a good sized refrig for our groceries. The living and dining rooms are pleasantly decored for relaxing, working, and sharing a Holiday Dinner with Family. Sean and Dani are lovely and very responsive to every inquiry we made. We will certainly return to them for any needs we might have in Portland Maine
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot, great location!
Our stay at the Back Cove Gem was perfect. It's a full apartment in a quiet neighborhood. The hosts provided everything we needed for a great stay, including good recommendations for local restaurants within walking distance of the house. Everything was neat as a pin and cozy. We had a great time. The one tiny drawback for us was that the apartment is on the third floor and we are old farts and are no longer used to racing up stairs. But we knew what we were getting into when we made the reservation. Truly, it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back Cove Garden Gem
Lovely place in a great neighborhood. Danni and Sean are superb hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little get away
If you are looking to visit the Portland area and need a place to stay and sleep, this is it. A short ride, 5 minutes, from downtown Portland. It is a perfect place to stay and sleep. Highly recommended if you are looking for a great value. We appreciated all the hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could not ask for more
Fantastic experience and property. The hosts made the rental experience comfortable and welcoming. I would highly recommend to my friends and family. Plenty of parking and a nice source of daily exercise going to the third floor. It was beautiful and well kept with easy access to stores, restaurants, and downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Locale
Perfect location - we walked most everywhere we wanted to go in the city. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

rona h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was great! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
DISCLAIMER: This property is an apartment located in a 3-story building, with a family with a young child directly below. During weekday mornings there tends to be typical noise associated with getting ready in the morning that is audible, so if you are particularly noise sensitive keep that in mind. That said, everything else was great!!! The hosts were super communicative (really cannot emphasize this enough), and the property was a perfect size for us. The kitchen was outfitted with everything we needed. It's not very far from downtown Portland. However, I would recommend bringing a car if you have the option. Overall a great experience, I would highly recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Back Cove spot!
Really enjoyed my stay at the “Back Cove Gem”. Danni was communicative throughout the booking and very welcoming when I was onsite. The location was exactly as I’d hoped - 1 block from Back Cove and a 5min drive or inexpensive Uber to downtown Portland. I’ll be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO EVER!!!
We stayed here for 4 nights and it was perfection. We got in at midnight with no troubles at all!! There was coffee and condiments ready for us in the morning, the place was utterly spotless, the bed was so comfortable, it was just the perfect space. The location was wonderful- could literally walk anywhere we wanted to go including downtown and the port area. Even closer was a great brew pub, pizza place and other awesome places, all within a 7 minute walk. The pictures do not show how bright and clean and perfectly decorated it is. I would give this 10 stars if I could. The host was just awesome. It was indeed a gem!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment downtown
We enjoyed our stay in this downtown apartment. Very comfy beds and a nice kitchen table and living room area. The kitchen is small but had everything we needed to cook a few meals. Very clean apartment and excellent communication from both Sean & Danni.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & Cozy
Danni and Sean were great hosts! They reached out daily and checked in. The apartment was clean, tidy, cozy, and well equipped. Only a 25 minute walk to downtown Portland! The only suggestion or recommendation would be to add a shower in the second/guest bathroom. My girlfriend and I were the only ones staying here, but if we had another couple with us, they would have had to use the shower in the master bedroom, which could be inconvenient for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
As advertised and extremely smooth check in process. Perfect pit stop on way north to acadia and location is in
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Moscow, ID

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay.
The Back Cove Gem truly is a gem. Very spacious with two bedrooms, two baths, kitchen, living room and dining room. Two dedicated off street parking spaces as well. Tastefully decorated and superbly appointed with many pieces of art that greatly enhance the experience. The owners Danni and Sean have also spent a good amount of time creating a guidebook that lists local attractions, dining options and more. It's in a great location with easy access to downtown, the Old Port area, Hwys 95 and 295 and the coast. We would definitely stay there again and will recommend it to any family members or friends who may decide to visit Portland in the future. Bob and Tina Woods, Moscow Idaho
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021