Rockland, Maine
Locally owned and hosted, a writer's 1803 home in sweet Rockland neighborhood is a leisurely 10-minute walk to the waterfront and downtown's museums, shops, galleries, and restaurants. Cottaged furniture, quality linens, dreamy beds, an intriguing library, dedication to anticipating guests' needs, and gracious details everywhere have given the rooms renewed life. The Gulf of Maine sparkles at the end of the street. When you stay at Prosehaven, your rental fees remain in town and support the local economy.
Please note that current City of Rockland policies require a 30-day minimum stay for this apartment.
The charming space offers a first floor kitchen stocked with cooking equipment and tableware, two separate dining spots, a small desk area, and a living room with inviting furniture, including a smart TV. The second floor has a master bedroom with queen bed, an upstairs parlor/bedroom with a full bed and sitting area, and a simple bathroom. A flagstone patio and lawns invite outdoor relaxation.
The ocean sparkles at the end of this quiet block, and Prosehaven's off-street parking area offers the perfect spot to leave the car after a day exploring midcoast. Stroll downtown and discover Rockland's museums, restaurants, marina, quirky shops, festivals, boardwalk, and nightlife.
Strong wifi, smart tv, and even smarter books available, and please do browse the bookshelves.
Best for adults who appreciate historic buildings, don't mind steep stairs, and favor the idiosyncratic. Writers and artists find Prosehaven a perfect and productive home for creative work. Readers and others in search of real relaxation never want to leave.
Sorry, no pets and space not appropriate for children.
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Love books? Love 1800’s quirky homes? Love mysteries? Mystery solved! Prose Haven was the perfect setting for our Coastal Maine adventure. Maureen provided everything we hoped for and more. If you want a cookie cutter condo with spa bathroom, 72” screen and granite kitchen, this isn’t for you. BUT if you love books, want suggestions geared to your interests, a kitchen replete with everything you’ll need, comfy beds and within walking distance of Rockland shops, restaurants, galleries and the harbour, this is it. Maureen, our new favourite mystery writer, is a joy. We hope she will continue to share Prose Haven.
Prosehaven was just right for our vacation. Maureen has anticipated everything a visitor could possibly need, with additional touches that made us feel at home. She was also very attentive and quick to respond to our requests. The location is ideal for short day trips to Pt. Clyde, Camden, Mt. Battie (stunning views), and nearby lakes for swimming. Her advice on finding the best seafood was right on the money. Overall, a relaxing getaway, with the added pleasure of meeting a gracious host.
Prosehaven is a lovely old house with many thoughtful touches that make one want to stay for a long time. My husband and I love this sort of place and we immediately felt at home. Rockland and vicinity offer so much and Maureen had a list of restaurants and activities that was very helpful. We were sorry to leave.
We had a most enjoyable stay. Maureen was a delight. She reviewed the details of the property in advance, and was gracious enough to meet us when we arrived. She was also kind enough to have a bottle of champagne waiting for us to help celebrate our honeymoon. The accommodations were warm and comfortable. The house had everything we needed. In addition to a lot of books she provided plenty of information and brochures about Rockland, its restaurants and attractions, as well as information about the surrounding communities. The location was an easy walk to Main Street, the harbor, and all the amenities the community offered. It was also a great starting point to visit other sites in the region. We had an excellent stay, didn't want to leave, and we very much look forward to staying there again! Thank you Maureen for your generous hospitality!!!
Interesting older Maine property owned by interesting writer Maureen. The two levels make it feel larger and more house-like. Also has a number of separate rooms - living, dining, kitchen, porch as well as the bedrooms. There was a nice touch with multiple gourmet treats waiting for me on the counter when I arrived. Thank you. Look forward to next time.
We had a lovely week in this charming home. Maureen was helpful in getting us set up and very responsive. The house has a lot of history embedded in its walls and was ultra clean. We would stay again in a heartbeat!
The house was comfortable and a great location.
Maureen was the most gracious hostess! She was there to answer any question and to even provide a little emergency coffee creamer! As far as the accommodations, everything was provided that you could possibly need! We were able to do laundry, cook when we wanted, relax in the evening with T.V., or just a book! Downtown Rockland was just a couple of blocks away with many restaurant choices, shops and a beautiful bay! We loved the old house and if stairs are not an issue, I definitely recommend this quiet, lovely place to everyone.
We enjoyed a great week in Rockland and want to thank our host, Maureen, for providing such a nice place to call home while we were there. We were very comfortable, with everything we needed in the house (the bottle of wine we found in the fridge was a lovely touch) and Prosehaven was perfectly situated for everything we wanted to do and see while in Maine. We were nearby many lighthouses, parks and small towns and were able to travel up and down many of the nearby peninsulas. Every late afternoon, a short ten-minute walk would get us into downtown Rockland. We would walk the boardwalk right on the harbor, as well as peruse the many shops and restaurants in town. We even spent a day at Acadia National Park - only 90 miles away. It was a wonderful week.
This is a nice place to read a book. I love these period houses anyway, I grew up in one so there is a familiarity about them. Quiet and comfortable with all the necessities, step out the door and it's a short walk to downtown where there is plenty of good everything from restaurants, museums coffee shops, bookstores and the harbor. In the summertime you could drive, but the closest parking spot could be the driveway your car is already parked in. Maureen was quick to make sure I was comfortable, then quick to ensure I had my privacy. If you want to instantly feel like you're part of a small town community, this neighborhood has that vibe. There is no bathroom downstairs so if you're disabled it might not work. Other than that I would recommend this place to anyone visiting Rockland.
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