See all properties
Save
Entire home

Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!!

Photo gallery for Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!!

Interior
Interior
2 bedrooms, WiFi
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!!

Aged and sturdy, yet eminently modernized, this two bedroom boutique loft is perfectly situated in the heart of Portland and filled with high end amenities. From the lighting to the layout to the choice of appliances, every delightful consideration was made to compensate our guest with the best deserving experience.

The space
Walk around bare foot in the winter and enjoy the soft radiant heat travel through your nerves with soothing comfort throughout the apartment. After working hard for a vacation, you deserve good relaxation in plush soft leather while watching your favorite TV channel. This 1600sqft apartment sitting in a 200 year old brick Victorian mansion with two boutique bathrooms can comfortably sleep six guests. Everything in this apartment is brand new, including your anticipated stay which we are eager to make delightful. Less than six minutes drive away from the airport and less than 8 minutes walk to everything downtown, this remodeled Victorian mansion offers all the right mix of aristocratic experience, commodious living, modernity and convenient logistics. “This place is breathtaking. Very well done and close to everything you could ever need in the heart of Portland. The apartment is a masterclass in design!” KITCHEN & DINING Modern in style, the kitchen is fully-equipped and includes: a fridge/freezer, a microwave, a kettle, a toaster, a dishwasher and an oven. The adjacent dining area is furnished with a wooden dining table that can seat up to 4 guests. The stone countertops boasts of an island that can sit 3 people comfortably. BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS The master bedroom is furnished with a modern queen-size bed, a dresser, a wardrobe, a desk and a chair. The room is also equipped with an en-suite bathroom with a barn door that is fitted with a walk-in shower, a toilet and a sink. The second bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, a dresser, a wardrobe, a desk and a chair. The second bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, an over-bath shower, a toilet and a sink. Bathroom essentials are provided including towels and toiletries. There is also a loft area that can sleep two. Parking onsite free wifi heated floors Amazing restaurants: Roma cafe (next door), Quiero Cafe (351 ft), Boda (0.2miles), LFK (0.2 miles) etc all within a minute walk Walk to the squares: Monument square (0.7miles), One Long Fellow Square (0.3 miles), Market Square Jewelers (1.0 mile), Western Promenade (0.5 miles), Tommy's Park (1 mile)

It is self check in. Access details will be provided on the day of arrival.

You also have a designated parking spot during your stay provided on the day of arrival.

https://youtu.be/hBys_9BeKEY

Neighborhood overview
Located in the heart of the West End, One of the quietest places on the peninsula, this neighborhood can feel like another world. The tree-lined streets are populated by brownstones and Victorian mansions, making them a haven for architecture buffs. Nestled among the historical beauty are quaint inns and bed-and-breakfasts. The neighborhood is home to highly rated restaurants, including the much-touted Tandem Coffee Roasters, and offers a view of the White Mountains from the Western Promenade.

Property manager

Kingsley

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Similar properties

Property grounds

Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 16 reviews
Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Vrbo Property
Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity Portland

About the neighborhood

Map
Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Thompson's Point - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 6 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncharted Tea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Keg and Kraken - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bintliff's American Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bubba's Sulky Lounge - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!! located?

Located in Parkside, this vacation home is steps from Casco Bay and Neal S. Dow House. Maine Medical Center and International Cryptozoology Museum are also within 10 minutes. Portland Transportation Center is 25 minutes by foot.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Victorian architecture dipped in refined modernity. May-June-July special!!! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kausha A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Portland, ME
Great location, walking distance to lots of great restaurants. Apt was clean and had all the things we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bailey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, but No Central A/C
My friends and I stayed here in early September and we loved the location. You are within walking distance of countless restaurants and bars. We loved Roma that’s literally steps away and Bramhall that’s below Roma. There are also 2 coffee shops just right down the street and convenience stores. One issue we had was how hot it was in the unit. When we visited Maine, it was during one of the hottest weeks of the year and there was no air conditioning running in the unit when we arrived. It was hotter inside than it was outside (93 degrees). It took about 36 hours to cool down to 76 degrees. It would have been nice for a least one of the a/c units to be running to circulate some of the air. We also could not really go up to the loft area because it was so hot. There is also no elevator since it’s an older building, so pack light or be prepared to carry your bags up 3 flights of stairs. This was all things that we didn’t really think of or consider when booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place + great location
This was a great space for our 3-night stay. Clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus a loft space. We had everything we needed for our short stay. Plenty of bars and restaurants nearby, and only about a mile walk to the area near the harbor. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 nights in Portland
Nice place, modern, spacious, clean. Easy parking. In town but not in the Old Port.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kali C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
2 Days in Portland
The unit was very nice and well furnished. However, the ac was not adequate for the unusually hot weather and the unit was very hot when we arrived. The suspicious individual camped out to the side several times and graffiti where we parked were not very welcoming. where we parked did notwent.acomfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kingsley was a great and very communicative host and the place was in a great location. Nicely renovated and lots of little necessities were present, including a fully stocked kitchen. Place was very warm upon arrival but did cool off, but I would not recommend this unit for 6 adults as the loft is not a valid bedroom in the warm summer months. Overall would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for downtown Portland.
The location in Portland is great, easily accessible to everything. Quaint accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and hosts!
The location is hard to beat and the apartment was lovely. Even in the hot days the apartment cooled down quickly. The two bathrooms were a really great plus. The lofted room was hot and the third bed was not the most comfortable for a long stay. Just be prepared if you’re looking to sleep five or six adults for many nights. Overall great and would book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool place in excellent location
A gorgeous old building with a very modern renovated apartment. The apartment doesn't offer much in the way of kitchen supplies, but with this amazing location in this awesome food city, you should just eat and drink out anyway. Kingsley was responsive and available if we needed anything during our stay. Only one of the bathrooms had shampoo, etc and a hair dryer. There is no central A/C, but a window unit in the main bedroom and a portable unit in the living area. Both are loud but effective for the warm Portland summer. The other bedroom has a fan but could use an air conditioner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Super location. Very walkable. Clean, quiet accommodations
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerard (Gerry) M., Evanston, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to stay in Portland, Maine
We had an excellent trip to Portland, Maine in mid-September for a family wedding. The experience was enhanced by the VRBO properties we stayed in – two apartments both owned by the same host – Kingsley, on the second and third floors of a building, very well situated in Portland’s West End area. The apartments were spacious, clean and comfortable and ample parking was provided. This apartment on the third floor was advertised as sleeping 6, which included a mattress in the boutique loft (up a narrow spiral staircase) which was not very convenient for our two grand children and we had to bring the mattress down to the main floor. A proper bed there is needed for the apartment to accommodate 6 persons or else a sleeper sofa on the spacious main floor. There were insufficient towels/hand towels when we checked in (as someone else has also commented). However, the host was extremely accommodating and on receiving a message from me, promptly provided the necessary additional towels within an hour or so. We gave a 4-star to the check in process, only because of the uncertainty of the same. Our host though did email us when we enquired, that he would send us the details on the morning of our start date - unfortunately we received details of this process during our flights to Portland. Other than the above, our entire experience at the apartments was excellent. A positive, helpful host is always a big boon when staying away from home at rented properties. Kingsley was the epitome of a good host! He was also very helpful in shipping back to us our 8-year-old granddaughter’s favorite soft toy that she had left behind. Thank you Kingsley. We have no hesitation in recommending this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jon R., Connecticut, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place but could use some work...
Wifi so slow (I measured <20 Mbps!) that TV kept shutting down for "no internet connection". Couldn't finish watching a movie on my own subscription. Also too slow to cast a stream from an iPhone without hanging up each minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
We very much enjoyed staying at Kingley’s property for our long weekend stay in Portland. Located across from a delicious bakery and about a 10-15 minute walk to the Old Port Neighborhood, it’s super convenient to all of the major attractions in Portland. We will definitely stay here again when we return to Portland.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Overall, the property was perfect for us. Pros: *Great central location, close to bars and restaurants and an easy walk or drive down to the Old Port area *Loved that it had 2 full bathrooms--we were 2 couples traveling together so it was nice to not have to share a bathroom *Unit was spacious--plenty of room to relax *Had two parking spaces *The rate was reasonable There were a few minor reasons that I didn't give it 5 stars. Cons: *Unit is really close to the hospital so it could be noisy at night with ambulances, etc. *There were AC units, but the temperature control was a challenge *It would have been nice if extra towels were provided--we only got one bath towel each and then a random towel to use as a hand towel *It would have been nice if the house had toiletries, laundry detergent, etc. It doesn't cost much to provide things like this and makes a big difference in the experience. Most places I've stayed have provided basic toiletries and welcome snacks *It would have been nice if there was communication beyond the check in instructions. There was no note or instructions in the unit and we didn't know what we needed to take care of before leaving. I sent a message through the app when we left and didn't hear anything back. Again, most places will leave a welcome note with favorite places nearby, etc. as well as checkout instructions *The unit needs more decoration. There is only one piece of art on the walls in the entire unit. It made little issues with the drywall, tiling, etc much more obvious because there wasn't anything else to focus on I know that this stuff is really picky, but it makes the difference between having a really good experience and an amazing one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie d., Denton, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Overall our stay was very good. The location of the apartment is great! It’s in a beautiful old building. Walking distance to a lot. The little bar next door was nice in the evening. Everything was clean. The host was great at communicating and offered tons of local suggestions. We liked everything we tried! The only things that I think could be improved on would be little conveniences. The listing states it sleeps 6 and we are a family of 5 yet we only had 4 bath towels, 4 sets of silverware, etc. A few extra touches other rentals do that make me feel more welcome are small things like starter toiletries, some basic spices (the host did offer to bring some), coffee filters, that kind of stuff. We try to cook lots of meals while we travel since eating out constantly with 5 people gets crazy expensive. I recommend staying here. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!
Our stay was great. Clean and updated 2 bed. Location was awesome - easily walkable to restaurants, shopping and Old Port. Would definitely recommend if you need a place to stay while in Portland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had a great time. The location is great and the apartment is spacious, very clean and functional. The host was great at communicating with us. Would stay here again !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property manager went above and beyond.
We stayed at this property during an unseasonably hot few days. It was up to 95 degrees outside. Kingsley brought in 3 additional AC units to help us stay cool. Very clean, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021