Location: Rockport, Mid-Coast & Islands, Maine, USA (Mid Coast Maine, 3 1/2 hrs N of Boston, 2 hrs N of Portland) View Map
Accommodations: Duplex Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 11)
Spacious aprox 1200 sq foot very charming duplex apartment [Middle House] in the "Community House", on two stories, large living/dining room, fully equipped kitchen,W/D,internet,cable TV, vintage grace,throughout renovated and updated, beautifully furnished, hardwood floors, tin ceiling from 1880, designer linens, breakfast room with bay window overlooking the ocean, great view from all windows.[The "Community House" name dates from 1931, when the house belonged to Mary Curtis Bok, famous philanthropist,the founder of the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, Pa.]
The living/dining room has a beautiful black brick/wood fireplace mantle,original furniture from 1930's,all reconditioned, a dining table with marble top/4 matching chairs, 2 armchairs and a loveseat for reading and TV watching. The lawn, garden and harbor view is charming, all year round.
The masterbedroom has a queen size bed, white berber carpet and decorative area rugs on the original pine boards, antique dresser with marble top, beautifully framed artwork and antique mirrors.The second bedroom sleeps two in two twin beds,it is painted off white with rust-burgundy color behind the white shelves, displaying Italian and Portuguese ceramics.
The vintage masterbath has the grace and the look of the old English bathrooms, with heavy claw foot ceramic tub ,nickeled marble sink, a new designer series Kohler toilet and showerhead with a circular curtain over the tub. The floor is the original maple and the shower curtain is suspended from the ceiling with a rounded chromed bar. The linen closet is part of the mastersuite with lots of extra bed linens and towels for change during the stay.
The second floor landing is also a reading area, with dedicated lighting, oriental rugs and a beautiful antique kidney shaped desk.
For larger families, we can offer additionally two bedrooms for up to 4 extra people in the Triplex, beautifully furnished, new kitchen with corian counters and Miele dishwasher, and two baths,with new "artist's series" fixtures and power jet tub. This additional area is usually totally separate or it can communicate with the duplex on each floor, making it a complete large unit in the Main House. There is beautiful woodwork and ceiling detail everywhere, as well as original wavy glass and ornamental leaded window panels.
Next to the MAIN HOUSE,the BARN consists of 2 large studios,one on each floor. Furnished in rustic Maine and French country style,they have private entrances, separate bathrooms, both overlooking the harbor, large windows with panoramic views and halogen lights. Both rooms are fully equipped.The Sun room/Studio on the main floor can be rented by guests in addition to the Duplex, if in need of additional space for elderly or for separate couples wanting more privacy while vacationing together. The Second floor Studio is listed separately on this VRBO website[see Large Studio with Balcony and Dock].
The house has a wonderful position where one can enjoy the great nature and the beautifully reflected afternoon light. It is trully a perfect summer vacation place, where visitors always like to return.
There is direct access to the garden,picnic table and sitting area and the large lawn slopes to the beautiful granite rocks by the ocean.The large dock and float can be used for 40-50 foot sailing boats. Outdoor furniture available for sitting and dining,as well as 600 sq feet of white porch with traditional blue painted ceiling and evening area lighting.
Small boat available,for additional fee, and 4 ton mooring on the ocean ,in front of the property, in front of the dock..
Five-minute walk from the Maine Media Workshops,Rockport Marine,Rockport Opera House and Bay Chamber Concerts. Five minute ride to Camden. East of Route 1, 15 minutes north of Rockland.10 min ride to the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship.
Available all year round. High season -weekly or monthly rates only. Low season -special rates and long term rates.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Window units
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Fax, Pc with Cable Modem, Air Conditioning Window Unit, Fans, Full Cable TV [Also Radio Channels], Phono Player, Gourmet Cooking Utensils, Lobster Pot, Toaster Oven, Waffle Maker, Coffee/Espresso Machine, Full Refrigerator, Brita Filtered Water, Designer Linens, Wool, Down Comforters, Washer/Dryer, Outdoor Gas Grill (BBQ), Picnic Table, Lawn Chairs, Cushions, Sun Umbrellas, Porch Day Sofa and Bed, Optional Bicycles,Optional Boat, Water Vests, No Pets, One Car Parking Per Unit,Drive way and Street Parking Available.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly: Please ask.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Whale Watching, Beach Combing
Rate Details (In US $/Euros/Pounds)
1250$/wk for 2 only [June 19-Sept 4/10]. Addit guests $150/wk per guest
$1100/wk Duplex for 2 only[Sept 4-Oct 23/09] Addit. guests extra
$800-950/wk Duplex for 1-2 only [Oct 23-May 15/11 ] Addit. guests extra
Additional Triplex 1450/wk for 2,offered July-Sept only, $175 each addit guest
$1150/month long term for 2 only Sept-May,sec dep 1 month,6 mths min
$550-790/wk adjacent studio for 1-2 avail May-Oct only,as addit.needed space
8.5% Maine rental tax/stays up to 28 days; 25%sec dep req reimb at end of stay
cleaning fee $65-130 or $25hr, 3% paypal fee cr cards; no surprise visitors please
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1979
Why the Owner Chose Rockport
We bought the house because we knew the previous owner
The Unique Benefits at this Duplex Apartment
It is a beautiful, special place.
Owner's Map of Rockport
This is our second home and we have a deep connection with the house and with the actual place.
Property Photos
- View of the house in June - Rockport Apartment near Camden
- Duplex Master Bedroom - Rockport Apartment near Camden
- Duplex dining room table .Large window with Rockport Harbor view - Rockport Apartment near Camden
- Duplex Master bedroom
- Duplex-breakfast room
- Fall colors
- Dock on the harbor
- Winter beauty
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Chris Airriess , San Diego, CA
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Helen Bates ,
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We take pride in our beautiful home and in treating all guests with the same nurturing respect.We enjoyed having seven different parties return this summer, some became dear friends over the years, some who are returning we actually never met in person, we trust and often use the "honor system".We rarely ask for a security deposit from the people we know, we want them to feel like returning "home".Occasionally we have fresh flowers waiting for guests, the linens are pressed or we will leave items in the guest's place of preference from one summer to the other. We need the property left as close to "as found " as possible, we mostly have a full calendar with only few hours available for the changeover cleaning. All fees and conditions are clearly itemized on the listing and on the info letter we send our new guests. No one is treated unfairly and we do not need to keep anyone's extra money, in the meantime there is a distinction between a guest who treats the house with respect and another one who doesn't.The security deposit, sometimes minimal for such a great property, is to guarantee that we can welcome the next guests who will also enjoy a beautiful home, just like the previous did. This owner replies to all guests'e-mails promptly when provided with a valid e-mail adress that will accept all incoming e-mails.All correspondance is kept on file, we never have problems with communication on the internet or by phone.A lot of good honest work goes into ensuring that each rental is a happy rental.And no matter what,the property will still be there, season after season,one of the best there is..
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Eleanore and Walt ,
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Charles Foglesong , Scottsdale, AZ
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Jannett Silva , Massachusetts
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" your accommodations are superb!"
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"You have a beautiful home"
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"Everything here is wonderful as always" and "thank you again for such a wonderful visit to Maine. It feels like our home away from home each time we come"...
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"We have rented many houses, but this is the only one we like to return to"and"the mooring sounds like a fantastic edition,putting the finishing touch on a perfect house.."