With a stay at this vacation home in Peaks Island, you'll be by the ocean, just a 1-minute walk from Casco Bay and 6 minutes by foot from Richard Boyd Art Gallery. .This vacation home is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Thompson's Point and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Maine Mall.
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 27 min drive - 5.2 km
Cross Insurance Arena - 27 min drive - 5.6 km
State Theatre - 28 min drive - 6.3 km
East End Beach - 29 min drive - 6.6 km
Sand Beach - 46 min drive - 8.5 km
Getting around
Portland Transportation Center - 40 min drive
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - 27 min drive
A&C Soda Shop - 32 min drive
Scratch Baking Co. - 33 min drive
Twelve
North43Bistro - 33 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.
Large, light filled 4 bedroom house - walk to ocean and ferry
Heron's Perch on Peaks' Island has space to hold everyone and cozy spots to curl up on your own. Just steps to the market and ice cream shop and a short bike ride to the open ocean on the back shore. Beautiful porch to enjoy morning coffee and light filled rooms. There are four bedrooms and a full bath upstairs with a total of 4 queen beds, 1 double beds and 1 twin bed. One bedroom has a desk. Heron's Perch was built in 1867 and the stairs to the second floor are steeper than modern stairs. There is a sleeping area with a comfortable foldout futon and desk on the first floor off the sitting room and a 3/4 bath downstairs. Plenty of room to relax in the two living rooms, front porch, back deck and large lawn with picnic table, chairs and fire pit. Peaks' Island has everything to make wonderful memories and rest and restore. We are in a residential neighborhood and for this reason quiet hours are mandatory from 10PM-7AM.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Lily Perkins
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near the bay
Near the ocean
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing 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
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Please take off your shoes before entering the house. There is plenty of room in the entryway to store shoes!
Please park off the street on the edge of our property in order to allow access for emergency vehicles on the road.
Quiet hours are 10PM-7AM. Please turn off music at 10PM and lower your voices if you are outside.
Pets
Pets not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Large, light filled 4 bedroom house - walk to ocean and ferry Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 33 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Judi D.
12 Aug 2025
Judi D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Patti M.
6 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with comfortable porch and bonfire area to enjoy outside.
Patti M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janet B.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
We had a great stay at Heron’s Perch! This house has lots of space for hanging out and sleeping. The beds are comfortable and clean. Plenty of towels provided and a well stocked kitchen. Our absolute favorite was the wonderful, private front porch. This house is within walking distance to everything down front on the island. If you’re looking for space and being close to the ferry, stores and beaches I would highly recommend.
Janet B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan C.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
Cousins and aunt Of The groom needed a place to stay, basically to crash and sleep. It worked out beautifully with a convenient spot to the family house, wedding venue, and Battery Steele
Susan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Abby P.
2 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful oasis!
I stayed here for a weekend with a group of friends and it was a dream! So lovely!
Abby P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynnierun
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great fall vacation location!
Comfortable place to stay and enjoy time with family. We enjoyed exploring Peaks Island and Portland. Everything we needed.
Lynnierun
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Gathering place for Peaks Island Wedding
4 adult couples were very comfortable.
Easiest check-in ever.
House was well-located with great gathering spaces inside and out.
Beds were fine; lots of them.
Bathrooms were fine but only two.
Kitchen was large with all appliances needed.
Loved our stay at the super sweet house!
Julie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth C.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
We had my daughter's wedding at the Inn on Peaks 9/7. This home was a wonderful place to host my family as we prepared for the festivities.
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deb C.
5 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
wedding weekend
My husband and I stayed two nights with our son and another couple for a wedding on Peaks Island. The house was clean, inviting, well furnished and had everything we needed to relax, cook a meal and hang out with friends. We really loved sitting on the porch if we stayed longer would have loved to make a fire outside in the firepit. It was well located and walkable from the ferry. Lily was great with communication and accommodating to several requests I had. The instructions for entering/leaving and cleaning up were clear. We have friends on Peaks and it would be fun to return to this home another time! I highly reccomend. .
Deb C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pat S.
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely house on a lovely island
Heron's Perch is a lovely house and it is in beautiful shape. The kitchen was great, and the many bedrooms were very comfortable. The decor is clean and modern. Lily was very friendly and quickly addressed the few questions we had. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and hope to be back soon.
Pat S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert F.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Best part of my Maine vacation
I'm a born and raised Mainer who now lives far away. I can never visit long enough in the summer. After staying with family for several weeks, our one true vacation week, staying at this beautiful Peaks Island home, was the best. Hope to come again next year!
Robert F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara G.
27 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay on Peaks
Our second time staying here with extended family. The house has everything you'll need and more, with plenty of indoor and outdoor space, and in a great location.
Barbara G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne K.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home for family gatherings
My extended family had a wonderful time staying at Lily's beautiful house. With 7 of us, there were plenty of comfortable spaces to gather together and in smaller groups. The multi-bed bedroom has a TV, so my daughter and niece could watch their shows while we enjoyed a movie downstairs. We spent a lot of time on the front porch, which is very comfortable.
The dishwasher is whisper quiet, the washer and dryer work well, and the kitchen is well stocked. It's a real home away from home.
Thank you, Lily!
Suzanne K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy S., Beverly, MA
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place for a Family Gathering
We had such a wonderful stay at Lily’s home! My brother, sister, and I (along with spouses and kids) recently had a weekend stay. I was a little nervous that the house would comfortably fit 6 adults and 5 kids, but it was absolutely perfect! We had plenty of room, enough beds for everyone, and we had absolutely everything else that we could have possibly needed. I have zero complaints, and my only regret is that we didn’t stay longer. Lily is a wonderful host, and I highly recommend this home. I hope to return sometime soon.
Kathy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren A.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
What a great little spot! Had a girls weekend with 8 of us, and the house was cozy, close to the ferry (8 min walk), had all the necessary cooking amenities to cook in! 5 min walk to the beach. Just perfect, we already booked again for next year!!
Lauren A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Michael R.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Cozy
Welcoming front porch. Great yard with firepit.Best maintained house on the block.
Michael R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie D.
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Respite
Beautiful old home with plenty of places to gather together as a group or go sit and take some time alone to read and relax. Short walk to shops, restaurants, beach and the ferry. Beds were comfortable and pristine. Good pillows. House was stocked with everything you need to cook. Great place for a family to gather!
Stephanie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara G.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Heron's Perch was a great place for our multi-generational family (ages 10-79) to stay for a week. Clean, comfortable, very well-equipped. Great communication with host.
Barbara G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy N.
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Heron’s Perch is a wonderful place to stay
This is the second year my sister’s family, my husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Lily’s place. This home is very well equipped, tastefully decorated and comfortable. Lily was very quick to respond whenever we had a question. The location is great, quiet and removed from the ‘hubbub’ but within walking distance to the ferry. The outdoor space is also very comfortable, with the addition of a solo fire pit and chairs. We hope to stay again next year!
Judy N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Isabella D.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Weekend Get Away!
I rented the house as a fun weekend with some girlfriends & we had the best time! Checking in was so easy, Lily was very helpful with questions & recommendations. Very clean, great location, very walkable from the ferry.
Isabella D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anthony S.
26 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
This is a great option for a larger group of people! Plenty of beds! Short walk to the ferry.
Anthony S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Savannah S.
6 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, clean, and bright
This quirky old house is well updated and comfortable for lots of people. Will definitely be coming back in the future.
Savannah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammie V.
26 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful thank you
Loved it
Tammie V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carey R.
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
We were nine adults gathered for a family wedding on the island. The house had comfy beds for all, plenty of space to relax and a very well stocked kitchen. The front porch was our favorite spot to gather for morning coffee or late day cocktails. Lily was readily available through the entire process answering questions promptly. We'd definitely stay again on a return trip.
Carey R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy N.
9 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We had a couple families on peaks for a wedding and this house was perfect for a big group. Very cute and clean, well equipped and great location walking distance to the ferry, our friends house and the wedding event. Everyone loved it!