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Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment

Condo in Scarborough with kitchen and balcony

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Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment

Close to the Jetport, a number of spectacular local beaches, and downtown Portland, our Poet's Nook is ideally situated. Our place has a country feel while being close to the action. This comfortable and unique apartment has a separate entrance, free parking, and great views of the Maine sky. There are horses across the street and lots of flowers. We're also within driving distance of several amazing beaches.

Sunny, comfortable, eclectic, and lots of books. Great views of the sky and super quiet. Rural setting but close to everything you'd want or need. You should know that the road in front of our house is not entirely quiet because it's one of those winding country roads that people love to drive fast on, so our place does not have an entirely secluded feel to it-- unless you're in the back yard or sitting on our back porch.

Guests have the apartment, which has a separate entrance from the main house. Guests share the backyard with guests from the main house (aka "The Good Bones Abode"). The backyard is large! We have a fire pit with four chairs, a back porch area with a pair of rocking chairs, and a meadow with a mowed path you can walk.

You can text us through the VBRO messager app and we'll respond promptly. You might see us working in the work every now and them. Feel free to say hi! Or not. We are available for any questions you might, and we also respect your space. (We're also introverts. We get it.)

We live in a rural neighborhood in Scarborough, near some small subdivisions down side road, but mostly amid two+ acre lots just up the road from Flaherty's Farm, where they sell live lobsters and fresh vegetables. Even though we're just a 3 - 6 miles from everything (groceries, mall, beaches, Portland, airport) it feels like being in the country.

Scarborough is rural. There are trails and beaches to walk on, but we otherwise get everywhere by car. Parking is easy wherever you go (with the exception of Higgins Beach, where I suggest you find the public parking lot, as parking by the beach can be difficult). Parking parking? That's a different matter. On weekend evenings, that requires patience and persistence.

This is a two-floor apartment with a private entrance. We have a very comfortable queen-sized sleeper sofa on the first floor. As such, three can stay in the apartment comfortably, and couples who like to travel together (and save money) can definitely make this space work and get a good night's sleep.

The upper floor has a large and sunny bedroom with a king-sized bed, a full bathroom, and a sunroom.

There are televisions on both floors. There's also the sunroom, which is a nice and private space for reading, taking on the phone, meditating, etc.

We want you to be comfortable. If you have any questions about whether our space is a good fit for you, don't hesitate to reach out.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have not child-proofed this apartment!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

409670

About the area

Scarborough is home to this condo. Engine 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 Portland Exposition Building or Hadlock Field.
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Scarborough, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Mall - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Thompson's Point - 11 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Palace Playland - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 13 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Portland Pie Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewpub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mobil - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Poet's Nook: Cozy and Private 1BR Apartment located?

Situated in Scarborough, this condo building is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Big 20 Bowling Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Nonesuch River Golf Club and Aquaboggan Water Park. Maine Mall and Monkey Trunks Extreme Aerial Adventure Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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