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

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Beech Street Retreat

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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

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

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 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

Property is also known as

102827

About the neighborhood

Map
Rockland, ME

What's nearby

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

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?

Check-out 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 vacation 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.

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

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Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Joelle G., Phoenix, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Brian H.

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