Dog-friendly home to yourself - only 7 minutes to downtown Portland

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A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a small side table with a lamp and a potted plant.
A backyard with a wooden fence, a small garden area, and a lawn.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a chair, a wooden bench, a staircase, and a fluffy rug.
A cozy living room with a dining area, a television, and a coffee maker.
A residential house with a front yard, a tree, and a dog.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Casco Bay

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Portland, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of New England
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Celtics
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Portland

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Back Cove, a neighbourhood in Portland. State Theatre and Thompson's Point are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Maine Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maine Celtics or Fitzpatrick Stadium.
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Map
Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of New England - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Westbrook College Historic District - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Evergreen Cemetery - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Maine Celtics - 6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anania's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Monte's Fine Foods - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly home to yourself - only 7 minutes to downtown Portland pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Dog-friendly home to yourself - only 7 minutes to downtown Portland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly home to yourself - only 7 minutes to downtown Portland?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly home to yourself - only 7 minutes to downtown Portland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly home to yourself - only 7 minutes to downtown Portland located?

Located in Back Cove, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Casco Bay, Westbrook College Historic District and University of New England. Maine Celtics and University of Southern Maine are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time here! Everything was as expected and Sarah was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay at this clean and lovely home. There was plenty of room for my family and dog, and it was a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s always a great feeling to check into a property that’s beyond your expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2026
thanks, Chris!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as advertised and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, pet friendly home with responsive owner
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family with two boys. Good location, easy check in, had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt just like home. I wish our trip was a little longer than the weekend, we didn’t get a chance to enjoy the enchanting back yard. The neighborhood and surrounding area was very lovely for dog walking. Very close to downtown Portland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This isna great spot for people who want to explore Portland and feel at home. Its in a very safe neighborhood and the yard eas perfect for my toung kids to get some energy out. The host provided lots of food options nearby that we took advantage of. Its a quick drive into downtown. Highly suggest this home-y spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is was a great stay. Easy walk to Back Cove, minutes to downtown, and a great fenced in yard for my puppy. We also loved that the entire basement was finished and a great additional space to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Was a fantastic experience, host was super communicative and the place was impeccable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Portland Getaway

Lovely and comfortable home for a weekend stay for my small family and 2 dogs. Loved the quiet neighborhood location. A quick drive to anywhere we wanted to visit in Portland.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family stay for friends visit

Sarah’s house was so great for our stay. The backyard was perfect for our daughter to run around and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
thanks so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Portland trip

Easy check in, beds were very comfortable, great air conditioning, property was very close to downtown and we were able to uber everywhere very reasonably. Backyard was beautiful and the neighborhood was very cute and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable!

Adorable house, extremely clean and well maintained on a beautiful street!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home

Great spot for exploring Portland for the weekend with a cozy space and great yard. Host was awesome and responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb, 2025
thanks so much, Erin!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

It was our first time visiting Portland. Sarah’s advice of what to do and where to eat was perfect, as was her home as our accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location and house!

The property is clean, well organized, with everything that we needed on site! So grateful to be able to experience Portland with our pup- the neighborhood is very quiet and friendly, nice parks nearby, and downtown easily accessible by a longer walk or Lyft/short drive! Sarah was extremely communicative and available for questions leading up to, and during the stay- highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home

Lovely, cosy, calm & quiet home just minutes away from downtown Portland in a friendly neighbourhood. Sarah was very attentive and helpful, suggesting the best places to eat in Portland.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2024
Thanks for this review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We look forward to staying here again.

The house and the yard were beautifully decorated and extremely well-kept. This house is located on a friendly block with great neighbors. There is a nice walking trail nearby, where I encountered a welcoming dog community. It was our first visit to Maine, and this lovely home made it a great experience. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was seamless. Excellent experience all around. Kitchen was extremely well-stocked w pots, pans, etc., as well as snacks, coffee, spices and basic staples. The three Beds were very comfortable. Less than ten minute drive from downtown Portland. Down the block from a lovely short trail. Really perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Week

This is a great location! We came up to portland to get married and it was very close to drive to so many great spots. Cute neighborhood to walk around with local coffee shops. We brought our dog and the fenced in backyard was amazing! Utilized having the firepit and overall was just a wonderful space to relax and unwind before and after the celebrations!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb, 2025
thank you, Kym!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Portland!

My husband and I had a great time staying at Sarah’s house. The fenced in yard was awesome for the dog and the neighborhood was really cute. There was an abundance to do from restaurants, shopping, distilleries, breweries, icecream shops and coffee shops, walking trials, the beach. Everything was so close. I would definitely stay there again. Sarah was very helpful and attentive!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect getaway

Sarah was so very kind and accommodating. Her place is much bigger than it appears in photos. My group of 5 had no problems. The backyard was perfect for our pup. Her space is also very cute and cozy the perfect spot for our elopement. The gardens are gorgeous and truly a great neighborhood. It is fairly close to everything so getting around was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect stay in Portland!

We could not have loved our stay at Sarah's property more! The home is meticulously decorated and even more stunning than the pictures portray. The beds were very comfortable, and we particularly loved the backyard space for our dog. Sarah was incredibly thoughtful in every detail - from providing instructions on how to use the coffee maker to providing firewood for the backyard firepit. The location was perfect - in a quiet neighborhood <10 minutes from downtown, with plenty of street parking. Sarah was very responsive with any questions we had and provided a great recommendation to a nearby restaurant, Tipo, which is within walking distance. We actually went to Tipo twice because we loved it so much! Overall we had a great experience, and we would absolutely stay here again for future trips to Portland!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much! 💕
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great neighborhood. Wonderful communication from the host, perfect week for our family!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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