The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45

Rockland, Maine
$149 avg/night
Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

City of Rockland Short Term Rental License: STR26-45
***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: STR26-45

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  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Gas Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Swedish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mark G.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 9, 2025

    The house was great!

  • Lamar W.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Beautiful property. Malin has thought of everything that you'd need for a stay of any duration. Would rent again in a heartbeat and give a 5-star recommendation for The Perch! Hope to see you in the summers to come!

  • Lenisa B.

    Submitted Apr 25, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Enjoyed my stay at the Perch. Malin was a fantastic host and very helpful. The house is in a quiet neighborhood with not much traffic. I did not notice any car noise. Main Street is close by and so is the harbor walking trail. I felt like I was staying at a friend’s house. I wish I would have been there when all the flowers and plants were in full bloom and leaf, It’s got to be gorgeous.

  • susan c.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 17, 2024

    It was a great cottage and we really enjoyed staying there.

  • Gail G.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 10, 2024

    My guys and was supposed to come with me but had to stay behind for a funeral! Malin was a great communicator and made check in very easy! I loved the coded doors!!Everything was as you see in photos of property!Clean, cozy, artistic,eclectic, comfortable!The kitchen was very well equipped although I did little more than boil water!The bed downstairs was comfortable with nice crisp sheets!There were fleece blanketed for those of us who are always cold!The shower was strong and the additional assist handle was appreciated climbing in the claw foot tub!Lots of instructions in the provided notebook!!The location was handy to town and my family!It was a great stay!!Thank you for sharing your cottageGsil G.

  • Susanne C.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 31, 2024

    If the Perch were for sale I'd buy it, I still like staying there.

  • Stacy F.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 1, 2024

    As new empty nesters, my husband and I spent the month of September at The Perch, working remotely and enjoying Maine. The Perch is everything that other reviewers have said and more - comfortable, charming, clean, and fully stocked (kitchen supplies, condiments, cleaning supplies, extra towels and sheets). The WiFi supported two remote workers and the deck and garden were especially lovely for coffee breaks. And the location was perfect for exploring Rockland by foot (with downtown, the Thursday farmer's market, Sandy Beach, Newty's ice cream, and Jess's seafood market close by) and the wider area by car. (The Owl's Head Lighthouse, Birch Point State Park, and Ash Point preserve are less than a ten minute drive from the house.) Malin was a wonderful host, providing information about Rockland and area happenings (thank you for the Common Ground Fair recommendation), bestowing gifts, and checking in to ensure everything was running smoothly. All in all a wonderful stay!

  • Elizabeth C.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We were thrilled with our return visit to The Perch. This house is by far the best equipped of any place I have ever stayed. The owner has thought of everything and is so accommodating. We can’t wait to visit again next summer.

  • Harvey F.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2024

    Stayed Feb 1, 2024

    We had a great experience at The Perch. Malin, the owner and host, is very friendly and helpful. We had great communications with her before and during our six week stay. The property shows that it is treated like her own home. Her furnishing, care and management of the property are what you would do for yours. Nicely spacious rooms - kitchen, master bedroom, living room, dining room, and bathroom. Kitchen and laundry appliances are near new and in excellent condition. Furniture is comfortable and suited to the guest capacity. The host provided a well equipped kitchen and ample household supplies. We prepared and ate most of our meals there. The heating systems we used, kitchen heat pump / AC and forced air, worked well and kept The Perch comfortable for our winter stay. On nice days we enjoyed the fresh air on the back deck and the space of the back yard. A very relaxing and cozy place to stay. Wonderful neighborhood with close assess distance to: downtown Rockland shopping and eating, the sea coast walking path, Southend Grocery (great pizza), Jess’s Market (local and fresh seafood) and ocean view park for dog outings. Multiple things to visit in driving distance. Finding The Perch was a stroke of good luck. We’re glad we did. It was everything we needed for a great visit.

  • Ann V.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2023

    Stayed Oct 5, 2023

    We were in Rockland visiting my sister. The Perch was perfect for our stay. We enjoyed being able to walk to downtown and the waterfront. Nice quiet neighborhood.

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