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East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun.

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TV
Dining
Hair dryer, towels
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun.

Please enjoy my accurate description so that you know what to expect. This place is perfect to arrive to Portland, dump your luggage off, go out and enjoy the city, come back to a cozy clean bed. Not intended to sit around and pretend you are at home. Marriot members will not be satisfied. Street parking only and it is free.

This a unique historic Portland tenant building from 1886. It is perfectly not perfect. The floors are wide pine and creek a bit and feel slightly uneven. The bedrooms are basic sized large enough for a bed and a few tables. The beds are new Nectar foam mattresses and the linens are brand new. Light quilt blankets for the summer and down comforters for the fall/winter are provided. Bedroom windows have darkening shades and a wall mounted heater for cold nights and fans for warm nights. Guests often remark at how quiet it is at night for being in the middle of the city the second floor. The tenants upstairs don't make much noise.

The AC will keep most or the place cool on average summer days and struggle on rare 100 degree days. I provide 4 table and window fans as well.

The kitchen has everything you need for basic cooking however, with so much great food in Portland no on ever cooks. The toaster oven is a healthier way of heating food and I will never advocate for microwaves nor own one. The slice toaster is available too along with pots and pans and utensils. Ninja coffee maker with coffee and sugar is available. Spices, salt and pepper, cooking spray and oil are provided.

Bathroom is renovated with a BathFitter tub, flooring, ceiling, sink and fresh paint. There are liquid soaps are included. The water will take a few minutes to get hot and the water pressure is average.

There is a semi private room with a desk if you have calls to make or need to do some work. There is no door to shut hence "semi private".

The spare room behind the kitchen is used as a utility closet and rear egress. Not intended to be used for guests however please use for emergencies.

The sidewalk can get icey in the winter. There will be salt and sand by the front door. I ask all tenants to make it safe for others and feel free to toss some out.

I'm sure I'll miss something however, I know you will enjoy your stay and the city and I always very responsive if guests need anything. Enjoy!!!
Please remember there are tenants above and below you. Please be conscious of noise and loud music during late hours. Any complaint from tenants will result in forfeiture of deposit.

If you need the sofa bed please slip the cover off and fold the bed out. Retract it back when not in use.

There is a TV with Roku and no cable. Bring your own device to hook up if you wish.

Please leave the sheet on the bed and the cleaner will take care of everything.

Please recycle common recyclable material. Food is not recyclable. Maine has a bottle return deposit. Please keep those separate.

The hot water will take a while to flow as the building uses an on demand system.

Please do not dump bacon grease down the drain.

Property manager

Davian Akers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Marina 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 Registration Number STHR- 005086-2023

Property is also known as

125987

About the neighborhood

Map
Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Merrill Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • State Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Maine Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Thompson's Point - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eventide Oyster Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Twelve - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Speckled Ax - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Duckfat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coffee ME Up - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun. located?

Located in East End, this apartment building is steps from Casco Bay and Portland Observatory. Eastern Cemetery and Maine Jewish Museum are also within 5 minutes.

East end. Walk to food, beer and downtown fun. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Abhimanyu S.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perusing Portland
Our host was an excellent, prompt communicator. He even offered information about things to do in the area. He was very clear about expectations about our stay which at first was a little off-putting. Cooking no greasy food seemed a little much and had us wondering what was allowed. The property was well stocked and as described including the slanted floor. We weren’t aware at booking that parking was only on the street. That would have been nice to know. It’s a 20 minute walk to downtown which was further than I anticipated. Overall we felt taken care of and appreciated our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., Saratoga Springs ny

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends get together
It was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul W., S. Burlington, Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness
A well-located base
Good communication with owner (lives locally), good location making a lot of Portland walkable, very clean. Parking can be a challenge - it's on-street only. TV only works with owner's ROKU set-up. No cable. This single criticism can be mitigated if the owner would supply a range of board games: checkers/chess, backgammon, pictionary, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori-Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem
Apartment was perfectly clean and comfortable. Very close to the Old Port and just around the corner from the event we attended. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, hilly neighborhood. Great for walking, friendly natives! Loved having morning coffee at the
It was fine for our needs. We found everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and apartment
Davian was a great host who communicated clearly throughout the process. Apartment was clean and comfortable. I'd rent from Davian again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great neighborhood
Appreciated the ease of check in and the owner suggestions. We have come to Portland a lot and stayed out from morning until night with lots of things to do. Moonday Coffee amazing. We did find the online photo misleading as the third sleeping area was not as it was displayed online. Instead it was in the « writing desk « room without a door. The place however served us well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great spot in Portland. Close to dozens of food options, breweries, and sites. Clean, comfortable, and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our Family of Four
What a lovely place to stay! The apartment was just as listed. I loved the old floors in the living room and dining area, and all the houseplants made it very homey. It was so much nicer than staying at a cookie-cutter hotel room. The teenagers loved having their own rooms so they could go to bed on their own schedules. The place had lots of little things to help travelers ... aluminum foil, plastic wrap, phone charging cords, bandaids, teabags, etc. We didn't actually need any of them, but it was very thoughtful to have at the room. Our only issue was parking, but that's going to be a problem anywhere during peak season in July. It's no fault of the property, just something travelers should be aware of. We often walked to places in town and didn't have to worry about moving the car, but on the days we headed to South Portland to go on a fishing trip or see the lighthouse, we did have to drive around a bit when we returned to find parking spots. The owner did give us some advice on where to find some parking one evening when we were having a hard time. Thank you! We would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right
Thank you so much for a great stay. Just in town for a show and it was perfect. Grabbed breakfast at forge and wish we could have explored the neighborhood a bit more. Fun spots.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to downtown Portland!
The property was the perfect location for our stay. The listing accurately described the property and Davian was a very responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Azure M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apt as described
The apartment was as described though neither bed was leveled off the sloping floor. The 3 comfortable chairs were indeed comfortable and the 3 dining chairs were suitable for dining. There were nice amenities such as bandaids, coffee, and umbrellas. Everything was fine except several off-putting warnings before our stay regarding the owner’s worst experiences with other VRBO clients including an admonition that his apartment was not there to "host your domestic violence and unhealthy decisions." We kindly informed him that upon getting into one of the beds, we noticed one of the legs was broken. He responded by accusing us of breaking it through "abnormal activity" despite his cleaning crew leaving it that way before our arrival. Nonetheless, the apartment was in a great location for our group who enjoyed exploring Portland on foot and attending a PSO concert.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overnight stay
We needed a one night in Portland on our way to our destination. This place was perfect for our needs! The beds were comfortable and it was walking distance to restaurants and downtown. Davian the host gave us suggestions on places to visit and restaurants. We were very pleased with our stay. A great city with a lot of history! Thanks again! The
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
eclectic neighborhood
Our 3 night stay in Portland's Monjoy neighborhood was the perfect compliment to our Maine vacation. Everything was in walking distance, and we took ample advantage of many long hikes and walks . Davian is a gracious host, and provided thoughtful touches to make us feel welcome . comfy beds, and ample kitchen supples.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson S., Fredericksburg, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Two-day getaway to Portland
Quite convenient to the port area, the heart of which is about a mile walk from the property, mostly downhill; an easy 20-min walk to the wharves with all the restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We needed a place for an overnight stay in Portland, and this was a great choice for us. The location was within walking distance to many restaurants and the waterfront. The apartment had everything we needed and some nice touches as well (Brita water pitcher was much appreciated!). The communication from the owner was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and comfortable place to for our first night in Maine. We were walking distance from everything we wanted to do, and the on street parking wasn't difficult to find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and close to downtown
I'm so glad we booked this apartment, it is so close to downtown Portland and had plenty of space for our family of 4. Davian, the owner was very communicative and made sure we knew he was there to answer any questions we might have. The apartment is very thoughtfully filled with small things you might need like a box with small bandaids for my daughter when I had only packed standard size ones. :-)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esther G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
The apartment was clean and well-organized. Appliances are up to date. The location was amazing. Walking distance to wonderful restaurants, coffee shops, bookshops, and the ocean. Also if you are sensitive to strong chemicals smells or perfumes in cleaning products or laundry soap like I am, have no fear. Everything was very clean but did not smell like the laundry soap aisle at Target. You will be able to breathe with ease. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Optimal location - comfortable and super clean
Great location near excellent restaurants and walking distance to Commercial Street. Unit was exceptionally clean. Appreciated the headsup on the sloped floor which was a non issue after the first day. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This was a great place for my friends and I to stay after having fun out in Portland. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jehan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Place To Stay
This was the perfect place for my friends and I to sleep on New Year’s Eve. Enough beds for the three of us, and within walking distance to Fore Street so we didn’t have to navigate downtown parking. Davian was an attentive and informative host, providing not only information regarding the property, but also area attractions and points of interest. If you’re looking for a sunlit apartment near the city center, I would recommend this one!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022