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The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May

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Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May

A fun, modern, cozy apartment sitting on top of Munjoy Hill on North Street. Enjoy some of the best views in the city facing southwest to downtown, the Back Cove, with the White Mountains in the background, and stunning sunsets. The apartment is part of a two-unit home that we own and occupy. Enjoy the sunny backyard overflowing with flowers, hops, apples and grapes. We are a 2-minute walk to Washington Avenue, where there are a number of amazing restaurants, bars, breweries, distilleries and hip stores. We are an 8-minute walk to the East Bayside brewery area.

Our home was built in 1876. It is one of the oldest homes on the hill. We bought the house in 2010 and have renovated it. We are a family of four living upstairs. We are an international family. I am from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and my wife is from Lisbon, Portugal. We love to travel the world seeking adventure and sun in the winter. We are very passionate about surfing, skiing, mountain biking, beer, food and Portland, so if you have any questions please feel free to ask us.

We made the apartment a fun blend of the historic nature of the home with modern touches and artwork we have picked up while traveling the globe. My wife Rita from Portugal speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish, French, and Italian for those travelers preferring to communicate in these languages. We truly hope you have a wonderful stay in our little oasis on the hill.

Please note that our two-bedroom set up is “railroad style”, so you go through one bedroom to get to the second bedroom. This is a common and authentic style of building in the 1800s. This setup is great for families with kids, but we will defer to you to decide if it is comfortable for two couples seeking privacy. As a solution. we have a sectional sofa that converts to a queen size bed in the living room. This is not a traditional pullout with uncomfortable bars in the middle, instead if feels like an actual mattress. We have a super soft topper for it to make it even cozier. The living room has window curtains that can be closed for privacy for those sleeping on the converted sofa. MONTHLY DECEMBER 2024 to MAY 2025!

Property manager

Ryan and Rita Pierce on the Hill

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Globe House on Munjoy Hill Amazing Sunsets Walk to Breweries

About the area

Map
Portland, ME

What's nearby

  • Merrill Auditorium - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • State Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • University of Southern Maine - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Maine Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 4 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Twelve - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coffee ME Up - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lolita-Munjoy Hill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee By Design - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Amato's - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May located?

This family-friendly Portland holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay and Eastern Promenade. Portland Observatory and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum are also within 15 minutes.

The Globe House on Munjoy Hill - Walk to Breweries - monthly Dec-May Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and a lovely, welcoming place
The Globe House was a wonderful Plato spend a couple of days while exploring Portland. The house itself was immaculate and well appointed, with extra touches that put it a step above: the fresh scent from a diffuser welcomed us, a complimentary bottle of wine awaited us in the refrigerator, and luxe amenities like L’Occitane moisturizer were provided. Great location with easily walkable and excellent restaurants. Our hosts left a fabulous “guide to Portland” for us, with many of their favorite personal recommendations. Overall, a very positive experience! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We had an excellent stay at The Globe House. The property was clean and just as advertised. The hosts were welcoming and incredibly responsive. They went above and beyond to accommodate the needs of our 7 month old that was traveling with us (provided a pack 'n play, high chair, toys, etc.). Would stay again without hesitation. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roni P., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation in Maine
We had a great time exploring Portland for the first time! The place is clean and the hosts are very communicative!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful home!
We totally enjoyed our stay at Rita’s lovely main floor Portland apartment! There were nice restaurants within walking distance and parking on the street was a breeze. The apartment itself was extremely clean and well stocked. Be aware that it has a railroad plan meaning you have to walk through one bedroom to get to the other bedroom. This was stated in Rita’s paperwork but we did not read it until we were close to arriving. We would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Convenient to so many things!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getting to know Portland
Great location,convient parking. Comfortable apartment. Great view of the sunset. Owner of apartment was lovely.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for girls trip to Portland
The location couldn't be better - walking distance to many of the breweries and cute shops and restaurants, gorgeous view from backyard, and the inside was so beautifully decorated. Rita was an excellent communicator and had great local recommendations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
WayGone
Loved every minute of our stay at the globe house. Ryan and Rita are great people and the property is gorgeous inside and out. So close to so many breweries and eats. Thank you for the beer and conversation. Just remember the skunk in the park up the street. Nice views at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

E C M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cheerful, comfortable, cozy, & chic!
5 stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Globe House
We had a great time in Portland during our stay at The Globe House. The house had everything we needed and was easy to get around Portland form!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davis v., Saint Louis

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Portland stay
Great historic house in a terrific location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
It was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth B., Ashburn

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and clean apartment but listing is misleading
We very much enjoyed our stay. Great location, extremely clean, and great hosts. However, the listing is misleading, there is no access to rooftop patio or the back yard. So there is no view of sunsets or even of Casco Bay. This was definitely one of the major selling points and a bummer when we checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HA-211786 T.

Liked: Cleanliness
My stay
Our stay was exactly what we wanted, house was perfect and the hosts were easy to contact if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Father/ Daughter weekend
I was so excited to show my dad why I love New England and this was the perfect place to do it!!! The property exceeded all expectations, even from the beautiful pictures. The location was perfect, we were able to walk to so many things. The host provided a comprehensive binder filled with helpful tips and recommendations. Looking for another reason to go back soon!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P., Knoxville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and local food
My family stayed two nights on our summer vacation. The host was excellent and left great restaurant recommendation's. Our boys slept well on the convertible couch. A great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house, great host, perfect location
We came for a friends weekend, and we had a great time! The location cannot be beat and the house was clean and as described in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you want in a short stay property
Excellent communication with host, property as described with additional touches from the host that made us feel welcome, right at home. Beds were comfortable and that can make or break a stay for me! Wonderful location, overall great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
This is the most awesome location. What a sweet little place definitely coming back to Portland, Maine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just up the hill.
Lovely little neighborhood, 2.5 blocks from Belleville Bakery and the Portland Observatory. ½ block from a park with a sunset view, though you can see it from the back yard, too. Easy walk to the dock where a bunch of boats launch, including Lucky Catch lobstering expeditions, which was a highlight. Rita & Ryan were extremely accommodating and helpful. Their place is hip without being too cool, and the back yard is great for coffee in the morning and/or a drink in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We rented the property for our visit to Portland due to our daughter’s graduation. It was a perfect spot for our weekend trip. Great location. Walkable to all of central Portland. The owners are very helpful and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Trip to Portland
Artfully decorated and located walking distance to restaurants and parks. This was the perfect place for me and friends to visit around the table, watch a hockey game on TV, walk to restaurants, heat up take out, and was close to site seeing museums and light houses. The host was quickly available for suggestions. Check in and out was simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Home V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great spot in a great city!
The photos drew us in, and the reality did not disappoint! Great location, easy parking and close to two bus lanes. 7 minute walk to watch the sunrise, bagels 4 minutes away.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We look forward to returning.
Comfortable, clean, very well decorated apartment in a pleasant, walkable neighborhood. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024