This holiday home puts you in the heart of Portland, within a 20-minute stroll of Casco Bay and Tate House Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Stroudwater holiday home include Maine Mall and Thompson's Point.
University of Southern Maine - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Maine Medical Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
State Theatre - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
University of New England - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Portland Transportation Center - 9 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 3 min drive
Restaurants
Cumberland Farms - 3 min drive
Aroma Joes - 3 min drive
Kon Asian Bistro - 5 min drive
Bissell Brothers - 4 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!
Immerse in the tranquility of nature while allowing your comfort be seduced by this architect's successful attempt at a one of a kind custom New England cottage. Less than two minutes away from the airport and less than 6 minutes from downtown, this private neighborhood on the river offers all the right mix of outdoorsy adventure, quiet and convenient logistics.
The space Two kayaks available for river exploration upon demand.
Guest access
It is self check in. Access details will be provided on the day of arrival.
You also have a designated parking spot during your stay provided on the day of arrival.
River, bike/walking trail on Stroudwater
Neighborhood overview 3 mile bike trail a minute away. River adventure a minute away. Ride to the airport a minute away. Ride to downtown 6 minutes away (with traffic). Freeway 95 is 3 minutes away. Freeway 295 is 4 minutes away. Convenient proximity to downtown's restaurants, shops and bars.
There is a basement section independent and cut off/segregated from the main house (with noise cancellation) not included as part of the rental. It may be sometimes occupied by owner. It has its separate entry and exit.
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Rules
No shoes in the house.
No parties.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Nature With In-town Living That Feels a World Away Portland
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!?
The closest beach to Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! is Old Orchard Beach (16.8 km).
Does Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a water park, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!?
No, Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!!?
No, pets are not allowed.
Nature with in-town living that feels a world away. May-June-July special!!! Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jon H.
2 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and great location. Host was very helpful and responsive. Would definitely book again.
Jon H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Florida Dan L., Jupiter, FL
17 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed the convenience of the location as it was so easy to get anywhere - close to the highway, close to airport and close to the old Port. Our host was very responsive and friendly.
Florida Dan L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
2/10 Terrible
Chris M.
30 June 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pictures are deceiving!
First, the property looked like it was abandoned! When we pulled up the knee-high tall grass, dumbbell in the yard, ripped window screens, and the trees and shrub blocking the doorway entry on the sidewalk, was not a welcome sight! I was told the grass and landscape was because of rain, therefore it wasn’t attended to. Funny, but now have seen other people in reviews complain about the same thing. No excuse! When we did enter the house, the owner was still there (after check in time). The house smelled like someone had just cooked a meal. The appliances were nasty (you could have written your name in the smudge on the microwave). The owner said it was professionally cleaned! If so, he got screwed over because it was not! Also, the description says AC. It does have an AC floor unit. It was in the 90’s and humid, and the floor air unit was not on. Amazing! We were there for 10 minutes, opened the door to the garage, and the owner was still there! That was weird to say the least. We left! I have been in contact with the host (no refund) so I am in contact with VRBO. We have rented several properties over the years and this is our worst experience by far. The expectations were not met. I hope this is not a trend for VRBO. If so, I will probably go back to opting for Hotels.
Chris M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeff M.
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Very quiet neighborhood and closely located to old port and stores. Quick response from owner on questions
Jeff M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and close to town
Nice, clean, and spacious home. We were a group of 6 and had no issues. Home was close to all Portland attractions.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Marty S.
16 July 2024
Spacious
I booked in the month of July. Overall, the stay was good. Nice location, quiet neighborhood outside of the bustle, good amount of parking, spacious house. Easy communication with the owners., very quick responses.
A few things to note if staying here. 1. The pictures are much nicer than IRL. Seems to have some wear and tear from age. 2. The house does not have central air, rather individual rooms have units and fans. 3. There were a lot of ants, spiders, daddy long legs throughout the rooms and the house. Mosquitoes filled the home because of the individual room AC units (window openings from the unit). We all had several bites each evening. 4. The rooms are very bright. Not enough window shades or the right type of window shades. Bedrooms could use curtains to keep darker. The dining area and living room could use shades to be pulled for whenever we left to keep the house cooler in temp. We were asked to turn off the ac every time we left…which meant the house was SUPER hot every evening. All in all nice place to stay!
Marty S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Mike W.
27 Oct 2023
Good Stay
this house was nice but could use some attention in the kitchen. it was a bit dirty and cluttered. also the walk way into the house had over grown bushes that you hit when you walked to the door. overall i would probably stay again in hopes these minor issues were resolved!
Mike W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Claudia G.
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
ABQ to Portland
The place wass very nice, clean and in a beautiful neighborhood. You will need a car to get around. Kingsly was ver accomodationg and very nice.
Claudia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tanya A.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient escape
Our family enjoyed our week-long stay! The property is convenient to downtown, with scenic drives to area beaches. We would likely stay here again if returning to the Portland area.
Tanya A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dan W.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Close to nature and city
My daughters enjoyed being able to use their Stand-up Paddle Boards on the nearby river. in the morning and then shop in the city in the afternoon.
We also liked having a well-supplied kitchen and a near-by grocery store to fix some meals -- although we mostly ate out.
Still many things left to do in the area so we might come back next year.
The hosts, who stayed in the basement of the property while we were there, were quiet and left us alone. They were responsive to texts in a timely fashion
Dan W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location
Great house, great location in a very nice neighborhood. A couple of issues upon arrival in which
the owner took care of right away. Owner very nice, accommodating and
promptly responds. No central air, so house feels humid, but portable a/c's do keep the house cool.
Kitchen well stocked, comfortable beds
Susan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Mathew C., Mechanicville, NY
6 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Portland 2023
This was a great house we shared with 6 adults and had plenty of room. The kitchen had anything you could need. The portable ac units did the trick if you kept them on. They are a bit nousier than central air but they did the trick. Overall great location to get into portland or the surrounding area.
Mathew C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Dave H.
25 Jan 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
vacation
Good location. Kitchen appliances could us upgrading. Nice owner. TV subscription was lacking
Dave H.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Holly B.
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and quiet neighborhood
We enjoyed our stay and the property very much. Nice place to stay! Thank y’all for everything
Holly B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Doris k.
17 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean i
I was there for my church convention
We really enjoyed our stay most of our time
Was out of the house.It felt like home at the
End of the day. I would stay again if it’s available
Doris Ade
Doris k.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
4/10 Poor
Dana R.
3 Oct 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
bad experience !!!
Owner of house backed into one of the vehicles we had parked in the driveway, several hundred dollars damage to our vehicle. There were rotten potatoes in the vegitable bin which created a bad odor. Grass not cut, shrubs almost covered the front entrance. Would not stay there again !!!!!! BAD EXPERIENCE
Dana R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Michael P.
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
The property is nice and in a really nice area. The owner is also very nice and easy to communicate with. A few tweaks and this can be a great place.
Michael P.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mary P.
13 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting from Delaware
House was great, perfect size for the 4 of us. Front walkway was a bit overgrown, had to walk threw plants. Deck had weeds growing up through decking. Felt very comfortable there. Thank you!
Mary P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Brenda L.
10 July 2021
Stroudwater stay
The host was excellent. Responded to concerns immediately. He is sometimes in a separate apartment in the back of the house. It is sound proof as advertised. You won’t know he is there. However, The property needs some help. I cleaned the bathtub, closet shelves and swept the top deck and front door area. The shrubs block the walkway in the front. Need to be trimmed. The back yard is not like the picture, the fence needs to be fixed and several items put away. The trash can and recycle bin in the kitchen needed to be cleaned before plastic is put in them. The property is listed as air conditioned. Two floor units in the bedrooms work fine but the main level was very hot. Need a unit on the first level for the hot weather.