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The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR25-53

Cottage in Rockland with kitchen and patio

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Welcome to The Perch!  An artistic cottage that is walking distance to to town!
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Dining
Cheery eat-in kitchen with view to the yard/deck.  Lovely spot to enjoy meals!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
  • Place, Rockland Harbor Park
  • Place, Rockland Ferry Terminal
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

North Bedroom - Upstairs

1 Double Bed

South Bedroom - Upstairs

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR25-53

City of Rockland Short Term Rental License: STR25-53
***CAUTION: This property is only rented via VRBO. Any other listings are SCAMS.***

The Perch, located in desirable South Rockland, has the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor space. In addition to providing a wonderful spot for relaxing, The Perch is also an ideal launching pad for all kinds of adventures up and down Maine's Midcoast.

Owned by an artist The Perch will appeal to those with a creative streak and/or love to cook!

The Stats:

1.5 Stories, 1,200 sq. ft.

Spacious private yard with a gas grill and deck.

3 bedroom, 1 bathroom: Ideal for 2-4 people.

High speed 100+ mbps WiFi internet access for phones, laptops/tablets, and streaming shows on the flat screen TV in the living room.

The heart of the Perch is the well appointed eat-in kitchen with adjacent 6 seat dining room. We love to cook so this kitchen has most everything you might need to cook at home including a big lobster pot!

There is a newer gas range with plenty of surface area for lots of pots and a large French door refrigerator with bottom drawer freezer. Of course there are stock items that include things like a coffee maker, coffee grinder, microwave, and dishwasher too. We also keep a variety of plastic bags, wrap, aluminum foil, etc. for your convenience.

The living room has a wonderfully comfortable leather sofa, various other seating for lounging, and a bookshelf full of books and games for you to enjoy.

The main bedroom and bathroom are on the first level so The Perch is ideal for a couple. Use the smaller upstairs bedrooms for a friend or older kids.

Over the years we have found that The Perch is best suited for a couple or a family with older children as it is an over 100 year old Cape style home. As is typical for older Capes the upstairs is accessed by a steep staircase and the ceilings are low in the upstairs bedrooms. For your sleeping flexibility there is a twin air mattress available.

Cooling: Please note that although there is no central air conditioning there is a heat pump in the kitchen that can be used for either heating or cooling.
There are also fans in all of the bedrooms to help pull in the cooler night air if needed. If anyone in your party is sleeping in the upstairs bedrooms please be aware that they can heat up quite a bit during the day since they are so close to the roof line. That being said the casement bedroom windows can be opened wide to get a nice cross breeze going and the oscillating fans help to cool the bedrooms by pulling in the cooler seaside evening air.

Heating: Heat pump located in the kitchen, forced hot air (oil furnace), and a propane gas cast iron Jotul stove in the living room.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry room with newer HE front loading washer and dryer. Here you will also find the on-demand water heater and a recycling center.

Entertainment: The living room is equipped with a flat screen, ROKU box for streaming, and hook up for laptop/tablet streaming. Please note that there is no cable TV but we do have a ROKU box so you can stream movies/shows via Netflix (provided) and any other subscriptions you may have personally.

There is one bathroom with a claw foot tub/shower combination that is located on the main level.

The Perch has a deck located off of the kitchen with outdoor seating. This is a wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee. Adjacent to the deck is a gas grill for your summer grilling enjoyment. If you have some smaller toys/bicycles you are welcome to store them in our shed.

Pets: We love animals and are pet friendly. Please just send a quick note telling us a little bit about your pet and we are likely to approve their stay too :) We do have a straightforward Pet Addendum that outlines common sense rules for your pet.

Notes:
*Primary renter must be over 21.
*This is a 100% smoke free property. No smoking or vaping is allowed inside or out.
*There are two security cameras on the property. One faces the driveway at the front of the house towards the street. The second one looks at the fuel tanks at the back of the house towards the street.


City of Rockland Short Term Rental License: STR25-53

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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 3–17
Best suited for older children due to steep stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
CSA Property Damage Protection policy ($59) or $1500 damage deposit is required to book and stay at our property or the booking will be cancelled.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rockland

Located in Rockland, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. Coastal Children's Museum and Breakwater Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sail Power and Steam Museum and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes. Maine State Prison Store and Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf 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

  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sandy Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Myrtle St. Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Park Street Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Archer's on the Pier - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Primo - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR25-53 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR25-53?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR25-53?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR25-53 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Rockland Harbor Park and Sandy Beach. Project Puffin Visitor Center and Maine Lighthouse Museum are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Malin Bengtsson

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I'm an artist who loves creating, cooking, gardening, and spending time outdoors.

Our family spent many summers on a small island in the Penobscot Bay which actively developed my strong connections to the wonders of Maine. We have always loved the rugged beauty of Maine and her down to earth inhabitants.

I am drawn to the landscape, the people, the food, art, and culture of Rockland and all that Mid-Coast Maine has to offer and I hope you will love it too.

Why they chose this property

The Perch, located in desirable South Rockland, has the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor space. In addition to providing a wonderful spot for relaxing, The Perch is also an ideal launching pad for all kinds of adventures up and down Maine's Mid Coast.

What makes this property unique

Here are a few of the things that make The Perch special.

The Perch was built in the late 1800's and was home to Captain Zenas Shaw. He commanded 24 vessels during his career including the Lucy Blake, the first schooner to be built in Rockport in 1835.

Start the day off with a short walk down the street to Sandy Beach. It is magical to breath in the salt air and hear the waves lapping or crashing on the shore. No matter the weather, sunshine, fog, or rain it is always beautiful.

I love sitting on the deck in the morning and quietly enjoying my morning coffee.

The kitchen is a dream for those who enjoy cooking and entertaining.

The house is light and colorful with creative decor.

Languages:

English, Swedish

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