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

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A marina with multiple sailboats docked, wooden walkways, and a clear blue sky.
A living room with a teal wall, a round mirror, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a door leading to a balcony.
A house surrounded by lush greenery and blooming lilac bushes.
A wooden boardwalk with a bench, a lamp post, and a fence along a waterfront.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rockland Harbor Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Rockland, ME
  • Place, Rockland Harbor Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandy Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

North Bedroom - Upstairs

1 Double Bed

South Bedroom - Upstairs

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Rockland

Located in Rockland, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Beech Hill Preserve and Owls Head State Park, while Maine Lighthouse Museum and Strand Theater are cultural highlights. Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Rockland, ME

What's nearby

  • Rockland Harbor Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sandy Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maine Lighthouse Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Farnsworth Art Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Primo - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Alaska Captain - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Myrtle St. Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wasses - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45 on Dec 20, 2026 start from $167, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Perch - Walk to Town & the Ocean - Rockland License STR26-45 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Rockland Harbor Park, and Sandy Beach. Project Puffin Visitor Center and Maine Lighthouse Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Malin is a great host. If you are looking to stay in Rockland, you won't find a better place for the price. She has been hosting people from what I can tell about 20 years. A wonderful home where our kids did not want to go home to Florida. Would absolutely stay again here if we look to go back to Rockland.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas vacation

It was a great cottage and we really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a fine stay at the Perch

If the Perch were for sale I'd buy it, I still like staying there.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Everything was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perch is lovely

Very comfortable cottage, 4 blocks from the beach and a short walk to town. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perch was just wonderful!

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay #2

Our second vacation at the Perch was every bit as nice as our first experience.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little “Perch”

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at “The Perch”. From the comfortable living room and bedrooms, to the bright and cheery dining room, we enjoyed the space. The convenient kitchen and overall location to a walk along the water or to town to explore shops, cafes and restaurants, topped it all off nicely.🙂 We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay at The Perch

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, Clean and Convenient

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and comfy cottage

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.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perch

Malin is a most gracious host. She thought of everything you might need plus extras. The bed was very comfortable. The living room was very cozy, plenty of seating; however, my husband is a bit handicapped and the chairs were so low he brought in a deck chair for comfort. The kitchen was wonderful. Plenty of paper goods, spices, dishes and pots and pans. The house was very clean and decorated the way you would expect a New England home to be. Beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GiGi’s visit with Grandkids!

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular September Stay at The Perch

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!
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly outstanding place in central coast of Maine

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.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy cottage style house in a quiet neighborhood, just a short walk to the harbor or to downtown Rockland. This is the second year that I have stayed at the Perch and cannot wait to return. The Rockland harbor walk is just down the street which takes you around the harbor and to the downtown shops, museums, and restaurants. The outside deck is perfect for morning coffee. Quiet, comfortable, convenient. perfect.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great month long stay

The Perch is one of the most fully equipped rental properties I have ever stayed in. Malin seemed to think of everything to meet your needs. The kitchen is fully equipped. And she thought of things, such as beach towels, umbrellas, flashlights, books, puzzles, etc It is a quirky and fun style and it is very comfortable. The location is great as you can walk to the harbor or to a restaurant in town in about 10 minutes. It is a short drive to the grocery store or Walmart. Malin promptly answered my questions when I first looked at the property. She sent a long detailed email about the house before I arrived. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st time to Maine

We went to celebrate our anniversary & 1st time to Maine to visit as much of the coast that we could. This home was perfect for us & located in a great spot for walking around Rockland & day trips along the Maine coast. Great recommendations & support from the owner throughout our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for a relaxing vacation

The Perch is the perfect spot for a Maine vacation. Quick walk to the beach, shops and restaurants but a block of the main road for a quieter night. Malin was a great host, and the house was perfect for our family of four.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home

We had an extended stay at The Perch while I was working nearby. The Perch felt like being at my own home. The kitchen is well stocked and easy to use. We were comfortable and would recommend this rental.
Stayed 93 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back to Maine

The Perch has a “welcome home” feel! She holds everything you need for a lovely Maine style vacation..no matter what the time of year!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Almost perfect

We did not use upstairs or dining room. Living room and kitchen were excellent and well equipped. At the risk of sounding petty we hated the mismatched chartreuse and forest green sheets. Sort of thrift storesque. Some newish plain white ones would have been great. Also the house has a pungent damp smell upon entering which you get used to. We have no idea how one would get rid of this problem. We loved being able to walk to town.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great choice for our much needed getaway!!

The "Perch" was a great choice for our much needed getaway. The location is convenient to access all the area has to offer, and the property has a fully equipped kitchen and laundry room. We really liked that is was spacious, had lots of natural light and a lovely yard and deck to relax on. The fact that the large bedroom and bath were on the first floor made for easy access and there are two additional bedrooms upstairs for a larger family. We would definitely recommend the Perch for your Maine stay.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2021
Thank you for your thoughtful review Richard. We enjoyed hosting you and hope you'll return again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful

By far, the most well stocked vrob We have stayed in. It was wonderful. Everything was well thought out.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2021
Thank you for your kind words Paul! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll make it back in the future!
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