Description
Circa 1830. Recently renovated, this historic three-story 1830 Brick Rowhouse in Federal style offers distinctive accommodations for business or leisure. Relax in the large brick courtyard or on the spacious sundeck. Snacks are available in the pantry any time. Bumbleberry Pie, a crumb concoction of raspberries, blueberries and blackberries, is a popular favorite. Amenity-rich guest bedrooms in the main inn include safes, candles, stocked refrigerators, fax machines, voice mail, coolers, beach bags and blankets. Satellite suites with full kitchens and living areas are perfect for families. Breakfast is served from 8-10 AM. The surrounding urban setting is generously endowed with landmark buildings and restaurants.Publicity and Awards: Vogue, Travel & Leisure, National Geographic Traveler, Yankee, New York Times, Boston Globe, bestfares.com, Passport, NPR, PBS, Armchair Traveler, syndicated travel radio, The Touring Company, The Percy Inn Story (2002) produced by Houghton Mifflin Company as part of a series for university market.Location: City/Urban and Anchoring the Arts District at Longfellow Square that joins the West End Historic District.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $89 to $219
Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Visa and Travelers Checks.
Rooms: This property has 12 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 with fireplaces, 7 suites and 1 cottage.
The types of beds available include Queen.
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Policies
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two nights may apply on Saturday stays
Cancellation: 14 days or more without penalty, less than 14 days a $25 fee if room is re-rented
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Afternoon Tea.
Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Snacks/Refreshments.
Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Modem Hook-Up, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Refrigerator, Ceiling Fans, Snack Bar, Clock Radio, Telephone, Coffeemaker, Television, Data Ports, Desk, VCR, Voice Mail, fireplace, safes, complimentary stocked refrigerator, fax machine, coolers, beach bags, blankets, weather radios and candles.
Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Fax, Fireplace, bike, canoe/kayak storage and dedicated lit parking.
Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and Gym Nearby.
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Activities
Events Hosted: Romantic Getaways, Family Reunions, Seminars and small gatherings.
Other Activities: Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Bicycling, Beaches, Art Galleries, Antiquing, Water Sports, Cultural Center and Portland Museum.
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Historic Interest
Built in 1830, ten years after Maine became a state, the building survived Portland's Great Fire of 1866. Our Longfellow Square hosts five restaurants, the Center for Cultural Exchange and on the adjoining block are numerous landmark buildings.
Historic Awards: Local Register (Granted) and City Historical Site (Granted).
Historic Memberships: City Historical Society.
Historic sites nearby: Situated in the West End Historic District, the Percy Inn is shrouded with landmark structures including the former British Consulate opposite, and on the adjoining block Greater Portland Landmarks, State Street Church, the Bangor Theological Seminary, the Monastary of the Precious Blood, St. Luke's Cathedral, the Diocese Rectory, and numerous architecturally significant buildings including the I.M. Pei-designed Portland Museum of Art on the adjoining square.
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