La Maison is nestled in Portland's West End, 3 blocks from Maine Medical and a short walk to the Western Promenade. Enjoy plush mattresses, premium pillows, coded entry, super fast internet and a fully equipped kitchen with tile backsplash.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 813455 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
The current price is £235
£235
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
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About this property
Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown
Knock on Wood! Welcome to your spacious, graciously appointed, 1,300 sqft apartment in Portland’s charming downtown historic district. Situated on a quiet residential street, you’re just steps from the Western Promenade, Portland Farmers Market, Maine Medical Center, acclaimed restaurants, museums, and lively music venues. The Old Port is an easy 15-minute stroll away. Sleeps six comfortably—including a queen-sized pull-out sofa—and blends historic charm with airy, modern style.
THE SPACE: Our spacious 1,300 sq ft apartment features two private bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with an en-suite office. Enjoy plush mattresses, premium pillows, coded entry, ultra-fast 2-gig fiber internet, and a smart TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Peacock.
A fully equipped kitchen and newly renovated bathroom offer modern comforts, while original details like antique steam radiators, a charming fireplace with original insert, wood moldings, built-ins, and soaring 10-foot ceilings showcase historic character. Window AC units keep you cool in summer months.
Historic charm meets contemporary convenience—the perfect base for your Portland stay.
INTERACTION: This home is lovingly and professionally managed by EVERROW PROPERTY. We respect our guests’ privacy and space, but our friendly, local team is available 24/7 to provide recommendations, answer questions, or respond in person should you need anything during your stay.
ACCESS: You’ll have private access to the entire apartment with coded entry for convenience.
NEIGHBORHOOD: We are in the heart of downtown Portland in the historic district, situated on a quiet residential street, walking distance from many great restaurants and scenic views and neighborhoods.
SAFE ENJOYMENT: While children are welcome, please note that the property has not been childproofed, and therefore may not be suitable for those requiring a fully child-safe environment. Please no pets on the furniture. Do not leave any perishables out at the end of your stay. No smoking on the property. Please observe quiet hours from 10pm until 7am.
Guests with Children: While children are welcome in our home, please note that the property has not been childproofed. It may not be suitable for very young children or those requiring a child-safe environment. We ask parents to supervise their children closely and accept responsibility for their safety and wellbeing during their stay.
Late check out is not offered at this listing. Early check in is possible based on our reservation calendar and if we have guests leaving that morning.
Thank you!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Motor boating 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please no pets on the furniture. Do not leave any perishables out at the end of your stay. No smoking on the property. Please observe quiet hours from
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Parkside, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this apartment. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Center for Cultural Exchange and Southworth Planetarium are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Portland travel guide
Is Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown on 17 May 2026 start from £235, 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 at Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown located?
Located in Parkside, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Deering Oaks Park, Neal S. Dow House and Maine Medical Center. Fitzpatrick Stadium and Portland Exposition Building are also within 10 minutes. Portland Transportation Center is 23 minutes by foot.
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Knock on Wood | Airy Charm in Heart of Downtown Reviews
Reviews
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.
stayed for one night to celebrate prom, it was a great central location, parking was a bit difficult to find though. Also the sheets were wet, not sure if the humidifier was broken. Overall good stay! would book again
Nice place. A lot of stairs..place was clean with a lot of room .. communication was great. Neat little places to walk to for food. Need more kitchen supplies..more dishes , silverware and cooking items. No spat! Parking was terrible and unit shouldn’t list that it has parking. Plenty of laundry supplies and towels. Owner replies immediately to needs.
This is an old house that has been divided into multiple apartments. I booked this place because we have an 18 year sold who likes to have his own room, he claims we snore (whatevs). We also like to drink our own wine in the evenings, and our own coffee in the morning. This place is not the ritz, but it was perfect for the three of us. Very clean, very well stocked, beds were super comfy, towels and pillows new! A big bay window gave a beautifully sunny morning, and the big living room allowed us to be together in the evening. We didn’t cook but the kitchen looked clean and well stocked. Parking was a bit difficult but the owner had warned us, it’s street only, but only once did we have to park a little ways a way. Busiest Parking times are after 5:00 so if you go out, just uber, it’s likely cheaper anyway since Parking is so expensive on commercial street (minimum of $25). Also, the stairs up to the apartment are narrow and old, not good for anyone with agility issues. I also left an item and the owner graciously agreed to send it to me! We loved our stay here.
Portland is Fantastic and this is a perfect apartment to call home base!
We enjoyed our stay greatly. There is a lot of room in this apartment. The primary bedroom has a queen bed and second bedroom has a double bed. The beds are comfortable with nice linens and duvet. The owners anticipated every need. The first morning we woke to find a plethora of coffee and tea choices. A large dining room and living room with a sectional and a futon. All comfortable. We enjoyed looking at the folksy 70’s art prints. There are air conditioners in the bedrooms that kept the apartment comfortable. The owners stocked the apartment with hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, dish washing detergent, etc… They had basic spices along with sweetners. The owners were extremely responsive to any questions/requests.
The apartment is located
- two blocks from a park.
- a few blocks from the West Promenade which has beautiful Manaions
- less than two miles to anywhere you want to go.
We parked our car for our visit and walked everywhere!
Great brunch restaurants: Hot Suppa (Scrambala and Corned Beef Hash). and Bayside American Cafe (Lemon and Wild Blueberry French Toast (get one piece!) and Cinnamon Roll pancake)
We had wonderful lobster rolls all over and visited lighthouses. What an incredible stay!
Note there are two sets of steps to access the apartment. This was no problem for us and we really liked how the owners had the code locks on the house entrance and apartment.
We will definitely stay here again. Portland is such a great city.
Clean and comfortable in a great location. Walking distance to the Portland Farmer’s Market on Saturdays. Easy to access and very handy off street parking. Team was very easy to work with.
Natalie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alyssa L.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Pretty good
We overall enjoyed our stay in this Parkside VRBO! The apartment was adorable and fit the characteristics we needed when traveling with children. Our only
The place was on a charming street located within a 20 minute walk of everywhere we wanted to be in town.
The check-in/check-out process was very easy and the owner was very responsive. Great stay!
The property was in an excellent location. Close to Congress Street, and within walking distance to downtown Portland, the Old Port and Deering Oaks Park. Comfortable beds, clean towels and a well equipped kitchen. Late check out and a parking space provided for an extra fee. The property manager David was fantastic. Instant communication with any questions that we had upon arrival. We recommend this property to others visiting Portland.
The apartment is spacious and very clean. I was in town to provide the food service for a movie being filmed in Portland. The kitchen worked well for me and there was plenty of space to put out food. The only draw back was the lack of parking. I had to double park to unload my bins and park a few blocks away. I opted to pay the 60 private parking fee on the 2nd day. I highly recommend getting the parking.
This was a charming, spacious & light- filled apartment in a convenient location. We really enjoyed the walk-ability of the whole area. There is an absolutely amazing farmers market on Saturday which is a 3 minute walk away. The only challenge, as was mentioned in other reviews, was finding street parking in the evening. We did manage to find a spot every time but the spaces were a few minutes walk away. It should not deter anyone just a heads up to be prepared. We very much enjoyed the space & the city.
Dawn P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Karen S.
3 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Apartment is more or less as it appears in the photos, and provides the basic essentials. It lacked the extra touches though that many hosts provide such as extra towels and blankets and was just a little sparsely stocked/decorated overall so didn’t have a very warm cozy feel about it. While it’s located close to a main street where there are lots of restaurants and shops, the street it is on is rather rundown and didn’t feel very safe. Upon our arrival cops were on the scene dealing with someone in the designated parking lot for the apartment. There is a large park nearby but seems to be occupied by a number of homeless people. There are two sets of stairs to get into the apartment and I would note that the first set to get from the street to the front door of the building are a bit steep so not great for small children or anyone with mobility issues.
Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kimberly N.
16 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
I don’t suggest this property for anyone that has difficulty with stairs! Which wasn’t mentioned in the listing. The neighborhood was unkept and we did not feel safe after dark. The parking was horrible so don’t bother waisting money on a rental. The lack of parking was not mentioned in the listing either. It actually showed a parking area which we found out doesn’t belong to this property and we weren’t allowed to use it. We had to cut our days off and be back by 3:00 pm or run the risk of having to park in another neighborhood and walk. On the weekend no one left their homes so we had to leave the car parked and walk to our destinations. The neighbors parked so close that you run the risk of not being able to leave anyway. Ultimately our group left early because we did not feel safe on the street at 3:30 am to pack our rental to get to the airport and were concerned that we would most likely be blocked in and miss our flight. The home itself was as listed except there was no dishwasher. There also is no tv other than the one in the living room. The host was very nice and answered when called.